Description
ThermoSphere Self-Adhesive Decoupling Membrane is a peel-and-stick polyethylene membrane that lays directly onto a clean plywood sub-floor without the need for tile adhesive underneath, making it the fastest way to prepare a timber floor for tiling or for the ThermoSphere Ultimate heating cable.
Key Benefits
- Self-adhesive backing bonds straight to a clean plywood sub-floor
- Removes the need for a wet bed of adhesive under the membrane
- Decouples tile finishes from timber movement, reducing cracking risk
- Compatible with ThermoSphere Ultimate heating cable at 130W/m² or 195W/m²
- Available as a 1m² panel or 15m² roll for larger areas
- Robinson test rated for extra heavy trade use
Applications
Suited to bathroom fitters and tilers working over timber sub-floors in bathrooms, kitchens, and wetrooms, including projects with underfloor heating.
Performance & Features
The dimpled polyethylene profile decouples the tile layer from the substrate below while the self-adhesive underside speeds up installation on suitable plywood sub-floors.
Compatibility
Pairs with the ThermoSphere Ultimate heating cable range and ThermoSphere waterproofing paste and tape for a fully tanked, heated floor build-up.
Supplied by Millcot as part of our full ThermoSphere underfloor heating and floor preparation range.
Downloads
- ThermoSphere Ultimate Data Sheet (PDF)
- ThermoSphere Ultimate Membrane Installation Instructions (PDF)
FAQs
What sub-floor does this need?
A clean, sound, dry plywood sub-floor. Check the datasheet for minimum plywood specification before fixing.
Can I still fit heating cable into this membrane?
Yes, it accepts ThermoSphere Ultimate cable at either 130W/m² or 195W/m² depending on dimple spacing used.
Which size do I need?
The 1m² panel suits small repairs or single-panel areas; the 15m² roll suits full bathroom or wetroom floors.
Do I still need tile adhesive on top?
Yes, tiles are fixed to the membrane with a flexible tile adhesive in the normal way.













