StarSystem EPS - External wall insulation system
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BBA Agrément Certificate
Certificate type
An external wall insulation system that provides great flexibility as well as high levels of thermal performance and impact resistance.
Application
External wall insulation applications.
Description
The Baumit StarSystem is an external wall insulation system that uses expanded polystyrene to create a superior insulation build. This adaptable and durable system is the complete package, providing safe insulation for new homes and renovated spaces.
EPS is created using small beads of foam. Steam is then applied to these beads, which causes them to expand and bond together. The cell structure is tight, to reduce the loss of heat, but with occasional gaps in the build which allow for the release of water vapour.
The StarSystem EPS by Baumit is made up of several key components, including the all-important EPS insulation boards, that have been tested extensively for improved capabilities. Using an adhesive as well as mechanical fixing for superior bond strength and workability, high performance EPS insulation boards, flexible polymer-modified basecoats incorporating glass-fibre mesh reinforcement, and a durable primer and topcoat combination, the StarSystem EPS fulfils all project insulation needs.
Features and benefits:
- An ETA and BBA-approved system.
- Excellent flexibility and impact resistance. The flexible basecoat moves as required, fluctuating with changes rather than receiving damage.
- Weatherproof, and resistant to changes in both temperature and wind.
- Easy to apply external wall insulation.
- The EPS system is adaptable to both new constructions and renovated works.
- Can reduce heating costs in old buildings by adhering directly to existing masonry, and improving the thermal insulation efficiency of the building.
- Security for generations thanks to the combination of robust strength and attractive finish.
- Mineral-based ingredients offer fire resistance to B, s1 -d0, for added security provided by your external wall insulation system.
- Baumit Silikontop provides a water-repellent and dirt-resistant top coat, available in a range of colours to suit any façade.
System includes:
Base: new masonry or original base.
- Final Topcoat - Baumit StarTop is an easy to apply topcoat render. Baumit SilikonTop is a ready-to-use, silicone resin render.
- Primer - Baumit PremiumPrimer is a ready-to-use, quartz filled primer for synthetic and mineral decorative finishes. It has high covering power and regulates absorption.
- Baumit UniPrimer is a ready-to-use primer for synthetic and mineral decorative finishes. It has high covering power and regulates absorption.
- Basecoat - Baumit StarContact/White is a vapour-permeable, polymer-modified adhesive and base coat reinforcing mortar.
- Reinforcement - Baumit StarTex is a alkali-resistant glass fibre mesh that is used to produce a reinforced mortar layer to add extra strength to the render system.
- Fixing - Baumit STR U 2G is designed for mechanical fastening of polystyrene and mineral wool insulation boards to masonry substrates
- Insulation - Baumit StarTherm EPS consists of expanded polystyrene. It has excellent insulating properties.
- Adhesive - Baumit StarContact/White is a vapour-permeable, polymer-modified adhesive and base coat reinforcing mortar.
General information
Color | Grey Beige Cream Ivory White |
Finish | Textured |
Material | Render Expanded polystyrene (EPS) Glass Fibre Polymer |
Shape | Formless |
Length | Bespoke |
Width | Bespoke |
Height | Bespoke |
Warranty description | Ten year |
Uniclass | |
CAWS | M21/210 External wall insulation system M21/20 External wall insulation system . . . . . . |
Specification data - External wall insulation systems
Preparation | Baumit UniPrimer.Guidance for specification option: Ready-to-use, multi-purpose primer to regulate absorption and improve adhesion for all Baumit render and paint finishes. Suitable for use as part of all Baumit EWI Systems. Compliant with ETAG 004 European System Standards for EWI systems with rendering. For external use. Baumit PremiumPrimerGuidance for specification option: Ready-to-use, waterborne quartz-filled primer for all synthetic and mineral decorative finishes. Use to prepare a surface prior to applying render to regulate absorption and for better application. The new filler grain ensures excellent application and texture of the topcoat. Suitable for use as part of all Baumit EWI Systems. Compliant with ETAG 004 European System Standards for EWI systems with rendering. |
Insulation | |
Material | Graphite EPS Insulation.Guidance for specification option: Grey, expanded polystyrene insulation board. |
Additional mechanical fixings | Mechanical Fixing (Masonry).Guidance for specification option: Baumit STR U is designed for mechanical fastening of polystyrene and mineral wool insulation boards. Suitable for concrete, solid brick, hollow and perforated brick, light concrete, porous concrete. Part of Baumit EWI systems. |
Beads and trims | Expansion Joint 'E' Profile 2.5 m.Guidance for specification option: Expansion joint profile with alkali-resistant fibreglass reinforcement and render stop beads. For sealing and incorporating existing structural movement joints into an external wall insulation system. The E-form profile is for joints which are in the plane of the wall. Size: 125 x 125 mm. Corner Bead with mesh 2.5 m.Guidance for specification option: PVC corner bead with mesh. For protection of 90 degree angles on façades. 6 mm Stop Bead with mesh 2.5 m.Guidance for specification option: PVC stop bead with alkali-resistant fibre glass reinforcement. Suitable as a render/plaster stop for final coats. Also suitable for round arches. Window Profile Ideal 2.4 m.Guidance for specification option: Self adhesive rigid, white PVC window seal bead with compressed polyurethane sealing tape and reinforcement, for the sealing and decoupling of connection joints at window and door frames, for use in low energy and passive construction. Window Profile Flexible 2.4 m.Guidance for specification option: Self adhesive rigid, white PVC window seal band with compressed polyurethane sealing tape and reinforcement, for the sealing and decoupling of connection joints at window and door frames. For use in low energy and passive constructions. Plastic Base Profile 2 m.Guidance for specification option: BaseProfile made of plastic to minimize thermal bridges, with drip edge trim, bonded glass fibre mesh and connector pin system to prevent cracking occurring at the connection joints. Width of mesh: 125 mm. |
Render carrier or reinforcement | |
Material | StarTex Fine Mesh.Guidance for specification option: Fine, non-slip, alkali-resistant textile glass fabric for embedding in adhesive and leveling compounds, system-tested, tear strength ≥ 2.0 kN / 5 cm. Weight: approx. 160 g / m². StrongTex Mesh.Guidance for specification option: Warp and alkali-resistant, reinforced glass fibre mesh for use as an extra reinforcing layer over the normal reinforcement mesh. Tested system components. Tear resistance > 3.4 kN/5cm. Weight: ca. 300 g/m². |
Fixings | Guidance for specification option: Consult manufacturer and insert requirements or omit. |
Render | |
Application | Guidance for specification option: Consult manufacturer and insert requirements or omit. |
Material | Baumit PuraTop.Guidance for specification option: Weather resistant topcoat render for intense and brilliant colours. Ensure long-lasting colour stability through the excellent pigment binder. Featuring Baumit Cool Pigments technology for darker coloured facades. Available in the full range of Baumit Life colours. Baumit StarContact White.Guidance for specification option: Natural, white, flexible, mineral-based, dry adhesive and basecoat render for Baumit EWI systems. Also suitable as a bonding mortar onto concrete. Suitable for use as part of Baumit StarSystem, StarSystem Mineral, StarSystem Nature and Plinth System. Baumit StarContact.Guidance for specification option: Mineral-based, dry adhesive and basecoat render for Baumit external wall insulation systems. Baumit StarTop.Guidance for specification option: Ready to use, topcoat render (thin coat finish render) for external use to create a stippled texture. Tested to EN 15824 standards and in a system to ETAG 004 standards. GranoporTop.Guidance for specification option: Ready to use, synthetic resin render for exterior use. Water vapour permeable and very resistant to water. Acrylic based decorative finish with scratched or dragged grain texture. Suitable for hand or machine application. |
Decorative finish | Baumit SilikonTop.Guidance for specification option: Ready-to-use, silicone resin render with scratched or dragged grain texture. Highly durable and suitable for almost all requirements. Water vapour permeable, extremely water repellent, dirt-resistant and versatile. Available in the largest range of colours. Baumit SilikonTop Fine.Guidance for specification option: Ready-to-use silicone resin render, for achieving a fine, smooth texture. Highly water resistant and water vapour permeable. For external use. |
Colour | Brilliant white.Guidance for specification option: Brilliant white and colours which can be tinted in the Life colours in rows 2 to 9. Consult manufacturer for details and insert requirements. |
Protective coating | Baumit SpeedTop.Guidance for specification option: Ready to use additive for SilikonTop and GranoporTop. Provides accelerated setting and enhanced durability on the façade in high humidity and low temperatures, as well as in fog. Can be added in temperatures of >+1°C and <15°C and with relative humidity of <95%. |
System accessories | Guidance for specification option: Consult manufacturer and insert requirements or omit. |
Bedding/ bonding mortar | Baumit MC55 W. |
Sustainability data
Contains Red List materials | No |
Country of material origin | Austria |
Country of product manufacture | Austria |
Material | Render Expanded polystyrene (EPS) Glass Fibre Polymer |
Third party certifications
BBA Agrément Certificate
Baumit EPS External Wall Insulation Systems