Installation instructions

Installation steps

1. Install the membrane 2. Overlap the membranes

Roll out the membrane parallel to the eave and use galvanised staples that Allow for an overlap of approx. 10 cm (4") between the membranes. The
are at least 10 mm (3/8") wide by 8 mm (5/16") long to fasten the marking that is printed onto the membrane will serve as a guide here.
membrane in the overlap area in a manner that protects against moisture
entry. Install the membrane leaving an additional 4 cm (1 5/8") overlap at
adjacent building components so that an airtight bond can be applied here
subsequently.

3. Tape the overlap 4a. 'connect' adhesion

Clean the subsurface (dry and free of dust, silicone and grease) before Sticking of membrane overlaps using 'connect' membranes with two
taping; carry out an adhesion test, if necessary. integrated self-adhesive strips.
Centre the TESCON VANA system adhesive tape on the overlap and
gradually stick it in place, ensuring that there are no folds or tension. Rub
the tape firmly using the pro clima PRESSFIX to secure the adhesive bond.
Ensure that there is sufficient resistance pressure.

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4b. 'connect' adhesion 5a. Ridge / hip formation

Rub the tape firmly using the pro clima PRESSFIX to secure the adhesive In the case of fully insulated cross sections, place membranes over the
bond. Ensure that there is sufficient resistance pressure. ridge/hip and attach in place using staples in the area of the counter
batten. Overlap relative to the membrane underneath of at least 10–15 cm
(4"-6").

5b. Ridge / hip formation 6. Sealing at eaves

Then stick in an airtight manner using the TESCON VANA system adhesive Position the membrane on the eave flashing or eave strip and stick in place
tape. Alternatively, stick a wide strip of TESCON VANA onto the ridge. Rub using the integrated self-adhesive strip (for 'connect' membranes), double-
the tape firmly using the pro clima PRESSFIX to secure the adhesive bond. sided DUPLEX adhesive tape or single-sided TESCON VANA system adhesive
Ensure that there is sufficient resistance pressure. tape, ensuring that there are no folds or creases.

7a. Sealing to rough or mineral subsurfaces 7b. Sealing to rough or mineral subsurfaces
First create a smooth finish on rough wall caps. Clean the subsurface. Apply Apply the membrane, leaving slack to allow for expansion, and do not press
a line of ORCON F adhesive sealant with a thickness of at least 5 mm the adhesive completely flat.
(3/16") (more in the case of rough subsurfaces, if necessary).

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8. Sealing at skylights 9. Installation of a water deflector

MENTO membranes can be bonded to smooth surfaces such as skylights, Install a batten with a lateral fall above the integrated roof element and
chimneys, pipes and other roof elements using the TESCON PROFECT stick it to the membrane using TESCON VANA. Create the water deflector in
system adhesive tape. such a way that moisture is guided by a continuous counter batten into the
next adjacent field that does not have an integrated roof element.

10. Sealing nail perforations

When installing temporary covering, TESCON NAIDECK nail-sealing tape
must be installed between the counter battens and the MENTO membrane
in order to create a seal.

Retrofitting underlay from the inside

Installation principle Battens

The ‘protruding lath’ forms a valley and drains any water that has entered Affix a batten at the sides (min. height of 2 cm, e.g. 2.5 x 4 [1" x 2"]). Screw
to the middle of the area between the rafters (away from the rafters) and a ‘protruding lath’ that is 1.5 - 2 cm thicker (e.g. 4 x 6 [2" x 3"]) to the roof
towards the eaves. battens in the space between rafters.

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Install the membrane Fastening and water flow

Install SOLITEX longitudinally or perpendicularly, proceeding in turn from Affix battens at the sides. Alternative: Use DASATOP FIX. Ensure drainage
one space between rafters to the next. Ensure that the overlaps are through the knee wall into the eave area.
waterproof.

You’re finished! Final steps

Completed underlay retrofitted from the inside. Install insulation in the space between the rafters. Install the airtightness
layer, e.g. INTELLO, install inner cladding. You’re finished!

SOLITEX MENTO® system - Retrofitting roofing underlay from the inside

In cases where there is no roofing underlay present, underlay can be retrofitted from the inside using one of the SOLITEX roofing underlays. SOLITEX
membranes are equipped with a monolithic, pore-free functional film. As a result, they are watertight against water from the outside and can actively
transport moisture from the building structure into the open at the same time. This ensures optimal protection for the insulation structure.
If blown-in insulation materials are used, use of the reinforced product variants SOLITEX MENTO PLUS or SOLITEX MENTO ULTRA is recommended.

Advantages
• Well-protected building components: highly diffusion-open and maximum protection against driving rain
• Dry building components: pore-free TEEE functional film actively transports moisture to the outside
• Permanent protection thanks to the high resistance to ageing and heat of the TEEE functional film
• SOLITEX MENTO PLUS / ULTRA: extremely robust thanks to reinforcement, suitable for blown-in insulation materials

Reliable system for installation from the inside

Roof structures without underlay and thus without a counter-batten plane are often encountered on existing buildings. If insulation is to be fitted on these
structures, it is recommended to first retrofit an exterior windtightness layer to improve the reliability of the structure. This measure is recommended for a
max. period of 5 years.
The roof pitch of the roof tiles must not be less than the standard roof pitch. The roof pitch must be at least 20°. Installation is carried out from the inside,
proceeding in turn from one space between rafters to the next. Battens at the corners of the rafters/tile battens provide the necessary ventilation for the roof
covering. A ‘protruding lath’ fitted in the middle of the space between rafters forms a valley in the SOLITEX membrane. In this way, any water that has entered
can be drained off to the middle of the area between the rafters (away from the rafters) and towards the eaves.
Attach the SOLITEX membrane to the rafters using battens or DASATOP FIX. The membranes must be overlapped in a waterproof manner and must drain
reliably into the open.

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General conditions
SOLITEX MENTO membranes are to be installed with the printed side facing the installation technician. The membranes are to be installed as a roofing underlay
membrane horizontally (parallel to the eave) in a taut manner with no sagging. Ensure that the subsurface is even when installing the membrane as a roofing
underlay membrane. When the membrane is installed as a freely hanging underlay membrane, the rafter spacing is limited to 100 cm (3 ft).
Fasteners may not be applied in areas where water runs off in a collected manner (e.g. in roof valleys).
Ridge ventilation should be provided in the case of non-insulated attics that have not been converted. To do so, install the SOLITEX membrane in such a way
that it stops 5 cm (2”) before the ridge. In addition, permanent ventilation fittings should be provided in the unconverted attic. The membrane should be
protected against the long-term impacts of UV radiation (e.g. by darkening windows).
The SOLITEX MENTO PLUS roofing underlay can be used as temporary covering for up to 4 months to protect the building structure during the construction
phase in accordance with the regulations of the Central Association of the German Roofing Trade (ZVDH); in this case, the roof pitch must be at least 14°
(approx. 3:12). Other national regulations may vary. The system components TESCON NAIDECK nail-sealing tape, ORCON F adhesive sealant and TESCON VANA
are to be used for sealing of overlaps and joints. The connect variant has two self-adhesive strips for reliable external sealing. The specifications of the
applicable national regulations are to be taken into account when carrying out installation and adhesion.
Under the regulations of the German Roofing Trade, these membranes are suitable as an additional measure for rain protection when installed as freely
hanging underlay membranes with simple overlapping underneath roof tiles; when installed over timber sheathing as an underlay membrane with simple
overlapping, SOLITEX MENTO membranes are also suitable as an additional measure for rain protection in the case of more demanding requirements.
Additional instructions for blown-in insulation materials
SOLITEX MENTO PLUS can also be used as a boundary layer for blown-in insulation materials of all types. It is recommended to use nail-sealing underneath the
counter battens (e.g. TESCON NAIDECK). The battens must already be fitted before the blowing-in process is carried out. A protruding lath must be installed
under the horizontal roof battens in the centre of the space between the rafters so that moisture occurring under the covering is drained off centrally between
the rafters. This protruding lath should be at least 1 cm (3/8“) thicker than the counter battens. It limits the bulging of the membranes during the blowing-in
process and ensures the necessary cross-sectional area for ventilation.
If the insulation material is blown in from the outside, the blow-in holes can subsequently be stuck using TESCON VANA with a width of 15 cm (6”).

The information provided here is based on practical experience and the Further information about installation and design details is available in the
current state of knowledge. We reserve the right to make changes to the pro clima planning documentation. If you have any questions, please
recommended designs and processing or to make alterations due to contact [pro clima Technical Support](https://proclima.com/service/
technical developments and associated improvements in the quality of our technical-support).
products. We would be happy to inform you of the current technical state
of the art at the time you use our products.

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bauökologische Produkte GmbH
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D-68723 Schwetzingen
Fon: +49 (0) 62 02 - 27 82.0
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