ProRend External Insulation Finishing Systems

ProRend External Insulation Finishing System, EIFS for short, is a complete render solution for new build and renovation properties both residential and commercial.

These pages detail many of the benefits of the system as well as explaining the types of insulation which are available along with the 2 primary construction methods: adhesive and rail.

Also, this brochure is written to be read in conjunction with the ProRend brochure which explains in detail the ProRend Lite basecoat and ProRend Colourtex finishes: the final decorative finish of this system.

ProRend EIFS Adhesive Overview

1. ProRend Lite Basecoat
2. ProRend EIFS Platinum EPS
3. ProRend Lite Basecoat
4. ProMesh Grade 3
5. ProRend Lite Basecoat
6. ProRend Colourtex Primer
7. ProRend Colourtex

ProRend EIFS Overview

ProRend EIFS primary requirement is to comply with Building Regulations Part L, Conservation of Fuel and Power, simply put - to achieve the current thermal conductivity requirements for walls. It also achieves many other construction objectives such as providing an attractive façade for a property and protecting against the elements.

The insulation may be fixed to the wall by:

• ProRend Lite adhesive with secondary mechanical fixings
• Rails, which mechanically hold the edges of the insulation

Features & Benefits

• Building Regulation compliant:
• Part B Fire Safety
• Part L Conservation of Fuel and Power
• Watertight façade
• Breathable render system
• Cavity (Rail system)
• Residential and Commercial properties
• New Build and Renovation
• Low maintenance systems

Ideal Substrates

• Concrete
• Masonry
• Timber frame
• Steel frame
• Existing render

Adhesive vs Rail

Once the insulation is installed application, of the ProRend decorative render system (stages 3 - 7 above) is the same for both Adhesive and Rail systems