FAQ – Frequently asked questions & solutions

ClimateCoating® is a product family of functional coatings for facades, roofs, interiors, wood, window connections, plaster and technical surfaces. In contrast to a normal paint, it is not just about appearance but, depending on the product, also about protection, moisture regulation, light reflection, heat protection, indoor climate or longer service life of surfaces.

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ClimateCoating® is a functional coating, not a classic insulation. Depending on the product, it can support building physics processes, for example through moisture regulation, reflection or surface protection. Whether additional insulation, plaster renovation or other structural measures are necessary depends on the building, substrate and the aim of the renovation.

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Reflective membrane technology is how ClimateCoating® describes the physical principle of its coatings. After application, a coating layer is created which, depending on the product, can reflect radiation, regulate moisture or protect surfaces. Product selection, substrate, processing and application are decisive.

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Normal paint designs and protects a surface. A functional coating should also perform certain tasks. Depending on the product, these may include moisture regulation, light reflection, UV protection, weather protection, wood protection, protection of PU foam or reduced heating of roof and facade surfaces.

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ThermoProtect
ThermoActive
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Depending on the product and building situation, ClimateCoating® can help to achieve energy effects. In the case of roof and façade surfaces, the main issues are heating, radiation reflection, moisture behavior and heat input into the building. Generalized savings promises are not useful. The decisive factors are location, construction method, insulation standard, use, climate, substrate and design.

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Calculus®
ThermoActive
ThermoProtect
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Calculus® is the AI-based temperature calculator tool from ClimateCoating®. It is used to better classify possible differences in indoor temperatures and the resulting energy effects when walls or roofs are coated with ThermoProtect or ThermoActive. The tool does not replace an object inspection, but can provide an initial orientation.

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Calculus®
AI-Calculus
ThermoProtect
ThermoActive

The right product depends on the component and the objective. ThermoProtect is relevant for façades, History for historic façades, ThermoActive for roofs, ThermoPlus for interiors, Lumen for lighting effects, ThermoVital for interior areas at risk of moisture or mold, Nature or NatureGlaze for wood, PU Safe for window connections and IndustrySpecial for industrial surfaces.

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ThermoProtect is intended for façades where long-term weather protection, moisture regulation, UV resistance, value retention and improved thermal classification of the building envelope are important. Before application, the substrate, old paint, cracks, moisture load and processing should be checked.

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ThermoProtect
Building & Living
Public buildings
Calculus®

History is intended for historic or listed facades. Here, it is not just about a new surface, but also about preserving the substance, moisture behavior, diffusion openness and material-compatible renovation. In the case of listed buildings, specialist planning and monument authorities should be involved at an early stage.

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Monument protection
Referenz: Baudenkmal
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ThermoActive is intended for roof surfaces where strong solar radiation, heating, UV exposure, weathering and protection of the roof structure play a role. This is particularly relevant for flat roofs, hall roofs, commercial roofs, public buildings and roof surfaces that are strongly exposed to the sun. Cool roof solutions reflect more sunlight and absorb less solar energy; however, the effect and benefits depend on the building, climate, roof structure and use.

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ThermoActive
Calculus®
Referenz: Dach-Projekte
Manufacturing industry

ThermoPlus is intended for interiors where the indoor climate, wall surface and living comfort are to be improved. It is an interior coating, not a technical ventilation system, not a building damage restoration system and not a substitute for proper heating and ventilation. ThermoPlus is particularly useful where a high-quality interior wall coating with functional requirements is required.

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Hotel industry & gastronomy
Public buildings

Lumen is useful when the lighting effect, brightness and uniform room effect are the main focus. This applies, for example, to offices, showrooms, corridors, hotels, sales areas, stairwells or rooms with little daylight. Lumen does not replace professional lighting design, but can make better use of existing light.

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Public buildings
Hotel industry & gastronomy
Building & Living

ThermoVital is intended for indoor areas where moisture, hygiene and the risk of mold growth play a role. The sequence is important: first check the cause, then treat the infestation professionally, then select a suitable coating. The Federal Environment Agency points out that the cause of the moisture must be identified and eliminated, otherwise mould will return.

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Sanosil S003
Sanosil S010
Healthcare
Food industry

Nature is intended for opaque wood protection in outdoor areas. Typical applications are wooden facades, window shutters, gates, balcony balustrades, fences, pergolas or other limited dimensionally stable and non-dimensionally stable wooden surfaces. Wood works, absorbs moisture and is exposed to sun, rain and temperature changes. A suitable wood coating must therefore be elastic, weather-resistant and suitable for the substrate.

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Nature
NatureGlaze
NaturePrimer
Garden & Leisure
Referenz: Holzhaus

NatureGlaze ist die lasierende Holzschutzvariante für den Aussenbereich. Sie ist interessant, wenn die Holzstruktur sichtbar bleiben soll und zugleich Schutz vor Witterung, UV-Belastung und Feuchtigkeit gefragt ist. Für deckende Anstriche ist Nature die passendere Wahl.

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Nature
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PU Safe Coating is a sealing coating for PU foam for window and door connections. This is where different materials, movements, moisture, airtightness and weathering come together. PU Safe Coating protects the PU foam and the connection zone.

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What is PU Safe Filler intended for?

PU Safe Filler is used to close pores in the PU foam and create an even surface for further processing with PU Safe Coating. The product is therefore part of the system structure for window and door connections.

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IsoTex R70 is a mineral lightweight insulating render for interior and exterior use. It is not a normal coating, but part of a mineral plaster system. In combination with IsoTex F50 and a suitable ClimateCoating® coating, it can be used to create a coordinated wall structure.

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ThermoProtect
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IndustrySpecial is intended for industrial and technical surfaces where normal wall, façade or roof paints are not sufficient. This includes tanks, silos, containers, hall cladding, technical constructions or surfaces subject to particular thermal, mechanical or chemical stresses.

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ThermoProtect is the central entry point for normal façades. History is an option for historical façades. If a render system is also required, IsoTex R70, IsoTex F50 and ThermoProtect may be relevant. It is always important to check the substrate, moisture load, cracks, old coating and desired function.

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History
IsoTex R70
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ThermoActive is relevant for roof surfaces exposed to the sun. A reflective roof coating can help to reduce the heating of the roof surface. How strong the effect is depends on the roof structure, condition, insulation, climate, use and processing. External specialist sources describe cool roofs as roof surfaces that reflect more sunlight and absorb less heat.

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ThermoActive
Calculus®
Referenz: Dach-Projekte
Public buildings

For interiors, the choice depends on the objective. ThermoPlus is the general functional coating for interior walls and ceilings. Lumen is useful when the focus is on light reflection and brightness. ThermoVital is relevant when moisture, hygiene or the risk of renewed mold growth play a greater role.

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Lumen
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In the case of mold, the cause must first be clarified. A coating must not replace an analysis of the cause. After suitable preparation and remediation, ThermoVital can help to reduce the risk of renewed mold growth on the surface. In the case of visible or recurring mold, an expert should check where the moisture is coming from.

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Sanosil S003
Sanosil S010
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Nature, NatureGlaze and NaturePrimer are relevant for exterior wood components. Wood needs a coating that takes movement, moisture, UV exposure and weathering into account. Before application, the type of wood, condition, old coating, moisture and structural wood protection must be checked.

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Nature
NatureGlaze
NaturePrimer
Garden & Leisure

PU Safe Filler and PU Safe Coating are relevant for window and door connections with PU foam. PU Safe Filler creates an even surface, PU Safe Coating protects and seals the connection zone. Movement, moisture, airtightness and different materials come together at connections in particular.

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PU Safe Coating
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Depending on the problem, ThermoActive, ThermoProtect, Lumen, ThermoVital or IndustrySpecial can be considered for industrial halls. The focus is often on heat on the roof, weathering and durability on facades, and light, hygiene or moisture in the interior. IndustrySpecial should be tested for technical surfaces and special loads.

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ThermoActive
IndustrySpecial
Calculus®

Public buildings often have high requirements in terms of service life, room comfort, maintenance and cost-effectiveness. Depending on the building, ThermoActive for roofs, ThermoProtect for façades, Lumen for interiors, ThermoVital for areas exposed to moisture or IsoTex for plaster systems may be relevant.

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ThermoActive
ThermoProtect
Lumen
Calculus®

History is the central product reference in monument protection. Historic facades require special care: material compatibility, moisture behavior, diffusion openness, salt contamination, old plaster and monument protection requirements must be checked. A coating must not only be considered in terms of appearance.

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Reference: Listed building
Reference: Church

In agriculture and animal husbandry, roofs, halls, stables, storage areas and façades are often exposed to heavy loads. Depending on the situation, ThermoActive, ThermoProtect, ThermoVital or IndustrySpecial may be relevant. The decisive factors are temperature, humidity, cleaning, substrate, hygiene requirements and use.

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ThermoActive
ThermoProtect
IndustrySpecial

In the hotel and catering industry, room effect, comfort, hygiene, renovation intervals and operational safety are what count. Lumen can be of interest for bright rooms, ThermoPlus for interior surfaces, ThermoVital for areas exposed to moisture and ThermoProtect for façades. Wood protection and façade protection can also play a role outdoors.

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Lumen
ThermoPlus
ThermoVital
ThermoProtect

In the food industry, it’s all about surfaces that are resilient, hygienic, easy to clean and adapted to the respective room. Depending on the area, ThermoVital, Lumen, ThermoPlus or IndustrySpecial may be relevant. The specific selection depends on use, cleaning, humidity, temperature and substrate.

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ThermoVital
Lumen
IndustrySpecial

Technical constructions need a coating that is suitable for the specific load. This includes temperature changes, moisture, UV radiation, mechanical stress, chemicals or special material combinations. IndustrySpecial is the obvious choice for such applications.

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Technical constructions
IndustrySpecial
Industry and special solutions
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This depends on the product, the surface and the substrate. Depending on the product, smaller, non-critical surfaces can also be treated yourself if technical data sheets and application instructions are observed. For facades, roofs, mold, historic buildings, industrial surfaces or critical substrates, a specialist company or technical advice should be consulted.

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A primer is useful if the substrate is absorbent, chalky, sandy, has different properties, is new or critical. It improves adhesion and evenness. Which primer is suitable depends on the substrate: FixPlus for many mineral substrates, NaturePrimer for wood, RustPrimer for ferrous metals and ZincPrimer for non-ferrous metals.

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Before any coating is applied, the substrate strength, cleanliness, moisture, old coating, cracks, absorbency, material compatibility and desired function should be checked. In the case of roofs, the roof structure, waterproofing, slope and water flow must also be checked. In the case of mold, the cause of the moisture must be clarified first. In the case of historic facades, the substance, salts and monument protection are also relevant.

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The amount of material required depends on the surface, substrate, absorbency, structure, product, number of coats and application. Rough or highly absorbent substrates require more material than smooth surfaces. The consumption values should always be compared with the technical data sheet of the respective product.

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A coating is not enough if there is structural damage, leaks, active sources of moisture, defective roof waterproofing, loose plaster, unexplained mold infestation, severe cracks or structural defects. In this case, the cause must be rectified first. The coating can then be part of a sensible system.

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ThermoVital
ThermoProtect

Yes, especially for larger areas, roofs, facades, mold, industrial areas, historic buildings or unclear substrates. A consultation helps to realistically classify the product, substrate, application, expected benefits and limitations. This prevents false expectations and technical errors.

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Calculus®
Vertriebspartner

Homeowners usually want to know which product is right for their specific problem: Protecting the façade, reducing roof heating, making interiors more pleasant, preserving wood or limiting the risk of mold. A clear initial classification helps: façade = ThermoProtect, roof = ThermoActive, interior = ThermoPlus, light = Lumen, moisture and mold issues = ThermoVital, wood = Nature.

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Calculus®
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For the housing industry and real estate management companies, durability, maintenance costs, tenant comfort, predictability and risk reduction are what count. The choice of product should be made on a property-specific basis: Which area is affected? What damage has occurred? What use is there? What effect is realistic?

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ThermoProtect
ThermoActive
Calculus®

Architects and planners need reliable technical information: System structure, substrate requirements, application limits, consumption, processing, references and technical data sheets. Product pages, media library, references and technical advice are particularly important for this target group.

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Media library
References
Products & Shop
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Facility managers think in terms of operating costs, maintenance, service life, room comfort, downtimes and building performance. Depending on the type of building, ThermoActive is relevant for roofs, ThermoProtect for facades, Lumen for interiors, ThermoVital for moisture and hygiene issues and IndustrySpecial for technical surfaces.

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Manufacturing industry
Public buildings
IndustrySpecial
Calculus®

Local authorities and public bodies often have to keep buildings usable, economical and climate-friendly over long periods of time. Schools, daycare centers, sports halls, administrative buildings or cultural buildings can benefit from better surfaces, heat protection, lighting effects or moisture management. The benefits should always be examined on a property-specific basis.

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Public buildings
Referenz: Kindergarten
ThermoActive
Lumen
Calculus®

Local authorities and public bodies often have to keep buildings usable, economical and climate-friendly over long periods of time. Schools, daycare centers, sports halls, administrative buildings or cultural buildings can benefit from better surfaces, heat protection, lighting effects or moisture management. The benefits should always be examined on a property-specific basis.

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Public buildings
Referenz: Kindergarten
ThermoActive
Lumen
Calculus®

No. Visible mold should not simply be painted over. The infestation, cause, surface, substrate and health risk must be assessed first. In the case of larger or recurring infestations, expert help is advisable. Coating is only the last step after clarification and preparation.

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Sanosil S003
Sanosil S010
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Federal Environment Agency: Frequently asked questions about mold infestation

Mold is usually caused by moisture. This can come from the indoor air, condensation, thermal bridges, leaks, incorrect ventilation behavior or structural damage. If the cause is not eliminated, mold can reappear. A coating can therefore only be part of a sensible solution.

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Sanosil S003
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Federal Environment Agency: Mold in the home