For sealing door and window frames, roller-blind housings, and structural gaps against air leaks and heat loss, MapePUR Universal Foam M/G provides a rapid-hardening polyurethane barrier. It expands on contact with atmospheric moisture to fill deep cavities, forming a stable closed-cell structure that adheres to common building substrates including brickwork, concrete, gypsum, wood, metal, glass, foam polystyrene, and PVC.
How it works
The one-component prepolymer mixture reacts with humidity to expand and fill irregular voids. The cured foam functions as both a thermal insulator and an acoustic barrier, offering a soundproofing capacity of 58 dB to reduce transmission through partition walls, service penetrations, and window reveals. It resists water penetration, mould growth, and service temperatures from -40°C to +90°C. Once fully hardened, the yellow foam can be mechanically worked by cutting, sanding, grinding, drilling, or painting, and it can be skimmed directly with cementitious renders.
Numbers that matter
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58 dB soundproofing capacity: Rated under EN 12354-3 or ISO 717-1 to isolate acoustic flanking paths through structural gaps and frames.
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0.036 to 0.039 W/m K thermal conductivity: Low thermal conductivity (DIN 52612) to prevent thermal bridging around door frames, window fittings, and roof penetrations.
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25 to 30 minutes cut window: Minimum waiting time before the hardened foam (at Ø 20 mm, +20°C, and 60% R.H.) can be safely cut back for finishing.
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1.5 to 5 hours full cure: Complete hardening window depending on temperature and moisture levels, allowing fast turnaround before skimming or painting.
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45 litres free expansion yield: High volumetric yield from a single 750 ml can (measured at +20°C and 60% R.H.) to maximize coverage in large cavities.
Where to use it
This foam is suitable for the following jobs:
- Thermal insulation and soundproofing of door frames, window frames, and roller-blind housings.
- Filling and insulating gaps between different building materials and external insulation systems.
- Fixing support frames in place for door and window fittings, and filling the gaps between frames and walls.
- Insulating through-pipes for heating, air-conditioning, and cooling systems.
- Filling and insulating construction features and fittings on roofs and flat roofs.
- Bonding embedded electrical fittings such as cable-runs and junction boxes in plasterboard walls.
- Sealing formwork to prevent leaks when pouring fluid concrete.
Limitations
- Does not adhere to polyethylene, silicone, or Teflon.
- Cured foam must be protected from direct UV exposure to prevent surface degradation and damage.
- Pressurised cans must not be exposed to direct sunlight or temperatures exceeding +50°C.
- Uncured foam cleanup requires solvent-based MapePUR Cleaner, which may discolour sensitive substrates; verify compatibility via a test area before use. Hardened foam can only be removed mechanically.
Application procedure
Ensure the substrate is clean, dust-free, and free from grease, oil, or loose material. Mask adjacent delicate surfaces to protect them from overspray. Pre-dampen the substrate by spraying it with water to accelerate expansion and ensure optimum polymerisation.
The application temperature must be between +5°C and +30°C, with optimal performance achieved when the can is between +20°C and +25°C. Shake the can upside down for at least 30 seconds before use, and repeat shaking after any long interruption.
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MapePUR Universal Foam M (Manual): Screw the feed tube to the spray nozzle. Hold the can upside down and press the hand lever. Fill the gap from the deepest, lowest part upward to 50-60% of its volume; the foam will expand to fill the remaining space.
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MapePUR Universal Foam G (Gun): Screw the can to the MapePUR Gun Standard adaptor. Regulate the flow using the feed screw and trigger stroke. Fill the cavity to 50-60% of its volume. Replace empty cans immediately to prevent the foam from setting inside the gun.
For gaps wider than 5 cm, apply the product in multiple layers, waiting for each layer to expand before applying the next. Spray the freshly extruded foam with water immediately after application to improve yield and curing speed.