Chapter 1 of 4
EPE Underlays
Expanded polyethylene (EPE) foam underlays. Lightweight, cost-effective cushioning and moisture protection for residential flooring installations. Available in 2 mm and 3 mm thicknesses with a range of surface coatings.
- EN 16354
- EN ISO 717-2
- REACH
- RoHS
Products in this chapter
Material Overview — EPE
Expanded polyethylene (EPE) foam is produced by extrusion and chemical foaming of polyethylene resin, creating a lightweight open foam structure with good cushioning and thermal insulation properties. The OPUS EPE range provides a cost-effective moisture barrier solution for standard flooring installations.
EPE underlays are available in 2 mm and 3 mm thicknesses. Surface coatings include PE film, aluminium film, and gold film options.
- 22–25 kg/m³ density
- Acoustic cushioning
- Subfloor leveling
- Anti-crush performance
- Mold & mildew resistant
- Water absorption < 0.1%
Available Colour Variants
All products in this chapter are available in 4 colour variants.
- #FFFFFF White
- #96CCDD Light Blue
- #5A5557 Charcoal
- #FDF302 Yellow
3 mm EPE Underlay with Blue PE Film
3 mm expanded polyethylene foam with 0.04 mm blue PE film moisture barrier. Lightweight and cost-effective acoustic cushioning for laminate and hardwood.
- Laminate
- Hardwood
- Bamboo
| Specifications — EPE 30-4B | |
|---|---|
| SKU / Product Code | EPE 30-4B |
| Colour Variants | 4 colour variants: White (#FFFFFF), Light Blue (#96CCDD), Charcoal (#5A5557), Yellow (#FDF302) |
| Material | EPE / PE |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Density | 22 kg/m³ |
| Roll Sizes (Coverage per Roll) | Min. 10 m² — Customizable configurations available |
| Surface Coating | PE Film, 0.04 mm (blue) |
| Thermal Conductivity (λ) | 0.03 W/m·K |
| Thermal Resistance (Rd) | 0.10 m²·K/W |
| Water Absorption | < 0.1% |
| IIC Rating ★ | 58 dB |
| STC Rating ★ | 55 dB |
| EU Acoustic Testing (ΔLw) | Testing in progress — EN ISO 717-2 |
| Applicable Flooring Types | Laminate, Hardwood, Bamboo |
| EU Standards Reference | EN 16354, EN ISO 717-2 |
| ★ IIC and STC ratings are measured to North American standards (ASTM E492 / ASTM E90). EU-equivalent impact sound improvement (ΔLw, dB) per EN ISO 717-2 testing is in progress for the European market. | |
Key features:
- Effectively reduces noise and adds cushioning
- Eliminates minor subfloor imperfections
- Anti-crush tech to maintain shape and performance
- Mold and mildew resistant
Packaging options
- Nude (unpackaged roll)
- Pallet
- Carton
3 mm EPE Underlay with Aluminium Film
3 mm expanded polyethylene foam with aluminium film. Reflective barrier provides moisture protection and radiant heat reflection.
- Laminate
- Hardwood
- Bamboo
| Specifications — EPE 30-A | |
|---|---|
| SKU / Product Code | EPE 30-A |
| Colour Variants | 4 colour variants: White (#FFFFFF), Light Blue (#96CCDD), Charcoal (#5A5557), Yellow (#FDF302) |
| Material | EPE / Aluminium Film |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Density | 22 kg/m³ |
| Roll Sizes (Coverage per Roll) | Min. 10 m² — Customizable configurations available |
| Surface Coating | Aluminium Film |
| Thermal Conductivity (λ) | 0.03 W/m·K |
| Thermal Resistance (Rd) | 0.10 m²·K/W |
| Water Absorption | < 0.1% |
| IIC Rating ★ | 58 dB |
| STC Rating ★ | 55 dB |
| EU Acoustic Testing (ΔLw) | Testing in progress — EN ISO 717-2 |
| Applicable Flooring Types | Laminate, Hardwood, Bamboo |
| EU Standards Reference | EN 16354, EN ISO 717-2 |
| ★ IIC and STC ratings are measured to North American standards (ASTM E492 / ASTM E90). EU-equivalent impact sound improvement (ΔLw, dB) per EN ISO 717-2 testing is in progress for the European market. | |
Key features:
- Effectively reduces noise and adds cushioning
- Eliminates minor subfloor imperfections
- Anti-crush tech to maintain shape and performance
- Mold and mildew resistant
Packaging options
- Nude (unpackaged roll)
- Pallet
- Carton
3 mm EPE Underlay with Gold Film
3 mm black expanded polyethylene foam with gold film surface. The black foam body provides a premium visual finish at visible joints while maintaining standard EPE performance.
- Laminate
- Hardwood
- Bamboo
| Specifications — EPE 30-G | |
|---|---|
| SKU / Product Code | EPE 30-G |
| Colour Variants | 4 colour variants: White (#FFFFFF), Light Blue (#96CCDD), Charcoal (#5A5557), Yellow (#FDF302) |
| Material | EPE / Gold Film |
| Foam Body Colour | Black |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Density | 22 kg/m³ |
| Roll Sizes (Coverage per Roll) | Min. 10 m² — Customizable configurations available |
| Surface Coating | Gold Film |
| Thermal Conductivity (λ) | 0.03 W/m·K |
| Thermal Resistance (Rd) | 0.10 m²·K/W |
| Water Absorption | < 0.1% |
| IIC Rating ★ | 58 dB |
| STC Rating ★ | 55 dB |
| EU Acoustic Testing (ΔLw) | Testing in progress — EN ISO 717-2 |
| Applicable Flooring Types | Laminate, Hardwood, Bamboo |
| EU Standards Reference | EN 16354, EN ISO 717-2 |
| ★ IIC and STC ratings are measured to North American standards (ASTM E492 / ASTM E90). EU-equivalent impact sound improvement (ΔLw, dB) per EN ISO 717-2 testing is in progress for the European market. | |
Key features:
- Effectively reduces noise and adds cushioning
- Eliminates minor subfloor imperfections
- Anti-crush tech to maintain shape and performance
- Mold and mildew resistant
Packaging options
- Nude (unpackaged roll)
- Pallet
- Carton
2 mm EPE Underlay with Aluminium Film
2 mm expanded polyethylene foam with aluminium film moisture barrier. Slim-profile entry-level underlay with moisture protection.
- Laminate
- Hardwood
- Bamboo
| Specifications — EPE 20-A | |
|---|---|
| SKU / Product Code | EPE 20-A |
| Colour Variants | 4 colour variants: White (#FFFFFF), Light Blue (#96CCDD), Charcoal (#5A5557), Yellow (#FDF302) |
| Material | EPE / Aluminium Film |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Density | 22 kg/m³ |
| Roll Sizes (Coverage per Roll) | Min. 10 m² — Customizable configurations available |
| Surface Coating | Aluminium Film |
| Thermal Conductivity (λ) | 0.03 W/m·K |
| Thermal Resistance (Rd) | 0.07 m²·K/W |
| Water Absorption | < 0.1% |
| IIC Rating ★ | 48 dB |
| STC Rating ★ | 44 dB |
| EU Acoustic Testing (ΔLw) | Testing in progress — EN ISO 717-2 |
| Applicable Flooring Types | Laminate, Hardwood, Bamboo |
| EU Standards Reference | EN 16354, EN ISO 717-2 |
| ★ IIC and STC ratings are measured to North American standards (ASTM E492 / ASTM E90). EU-equivalent impact sound improvement (ΔLw, dB) per EN ISO 717-2 testing is in progress for the European market. | |
Key features:
- Effectively reduces noise and adds cushioning
- Eliminates minor subfloor imperfections
- Anti-crush tech to maintain shape and performance
- Mold and mildew resistant
Packaging options
- Nude (unpackaged roll)
- Pallet
- Carton
2 mm Basic EPE Underlay (No Film)
2 mm expanded polyethylene foam with no surface coating. For use in specific applications where the flooring manufacturer instructs against additional moisture barrier layers.
- Laminate
- Hardwood
- Bamboo
| Specifications — EPE 20 | |
|---|---|
| SKU / Product Code | EPE 20 |
| Colour Variants | 4 colour variants: White (#FFFFFF), Light Blue (#96CCDD), Charcoal (#5A5557), Yellow (#FDF302) |
| Material | EPE |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Density | 22 kg/m³ |
| Roll Sizes (Coverage per Roll) | Min. 10 m² — Customizable configurations available |
| Surface Coating | None — uncoated |
| Thermal Conductivity (λ) | 0.03 W/m·K |
| Thermal Resistance (Rd) | 0.07 m²·K/W |
| Water Absorption | < 0.1% |
| IIC Rating ★ | 48 dB |
| STC Rating ★ | 44 dB |
| EU Acoustic Testing (ΔLw) | Testing in progress — EN ISO 717-2 |
| Applicable Flooring Types | Laminate, Hardwood, Bamboo |
| EU Standards Reference | EN 16354, EN ISO 717-2 |
| ★ IIC and STC ratings are measured to North American standards (ASTM E492 / ASTM E90). EU-equivalent impact sound improvement (ΔLw, dB) per EN ISO 717-2 testing is in progress for the European market. | |
Key features:
- Effectively reduces noise and adds cushioning
- Eliminates minor subfloor imperfections
- Anti-crush tech to maintain shape and performance
- Mold and mildew resistant
Packaging options
- Nude (unpackaged roll)
- Pallet
- Carton