{"product_id":"225g-csm-fibreglass-matting","title":"225g CSM Fibreglass Matting Per m²","description":"\u003ch3\u003eSpecified Reinforcement for the Flexitec 2020 GRP Roofing System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e225g fibreglass matting is the specified chopped strand reinforcement used within the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/flexitec\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlexitec 2020 GRP roofing system\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/arboflex-liquid-waterproofing\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArboflex liquid waterproofing system\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e. Embedded into the first coat of \u003ca href=\"\/products\/flexitec-resin\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlexitec resin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, it forms a strong, flexible laminate that gives the finished membrane its structural strength, durability and long-term performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis reinforcement weight is defined as part of the Flexitec and Arboflex system build-up and should be used to achieve compliant installations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSpecified reinforcement for Flexitec and Arboflex systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCreates a strong, flexible GRP laminate\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eImproves crack resistance and durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDistributes resin evenly across the surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAllows movement without membrane failure\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEasy to wet out and consolidate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- COLLAPSIBLES --\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"margin-bottom:12px; border:1px solid #333; border-radius:10px; background:#1a1a1a; overflow:hidden;\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer; font-weight:700; padding:16px 48px 16px 16px; font-size:18px; position:relative;\"\u003e\n    What the 225g Matting Does\n    \u003cspan style=\"position:absolute; right:16px; top:50%; transform:translateY(-50%);\"\u003e▸\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"padding:16px; border-top:1px solid #333;\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eWhen fully wetted out with Flexitec 2020 resin, the 225g matting:\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cul\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eReinforces the waterproofing layer\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eDistributes resin evenly across the roof surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eProvides tensile strength and crack resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eAllows the membrane to accommodate movement without failure\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eOnce consolidated correctly, the matting becomes an integral part of the finished system, not a separate layer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"margin-bottom:12px; border:1px solid #333; border-radius:10px; background:#1a1a1a; overflow:hidden;\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer; font-weight:700; padding:16px 48px 16px 16px; font-size:18px; position:relative;\"\u003e\n    Why 225g Matting Is Used with Flexitec\n    \u003cspan style=\"position:absolute; right:16px; top:50%; transform:translateY(-50%);\"\u003e▸\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"padding:16px; border-top:1px solid #333;\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe 225g weight is specified because it offers the correct balance of:\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cul\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eStrength\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eFlexibility\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eEase of consolidation\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIt breaks down quickly when worked with resin, allowing fast detailing while still forming a dense, pinhole-free laminate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eUsing heavier or lighter matting can affect resin consumption, consolidation quality and overall system behaviour and is not recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"margin-bottom:12px; border:1px solid #333; border-radius:10px; background:#1a1a1a; overflow:hidden;\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer; font-weight:700; padding:16px 48px 16px 16px; font-size:18px; position:relative;\"\u003e\n    Installation Guidance (Best Practice)\n    \u003cspan style=\"position:absolute; right:16px; top:50%; transform:translateY(-50%);\"\u003e▸\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"padding:16px; border-top:1px solid #333;\"\u003e\n    \u003cul\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eApply approximately two-thirds of the required resin to the surface first\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eRoll out the matting into the wet resin\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eWork the resin through the fibres using a roller\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eApply the remaining resin on top to achieve a fully closed surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eCorrectly consolidated matting will appear “swirly”. If fibres remain straight or white, additional working and resin is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"margin-bottom:12px; border:1px solid #333; border-radius:10px; background:#1a1a1a; overflow:hidden;\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer; font-weight:700; padding:16px 48px 16px 16px; font-size:18px; position:relative;\"\u003e\n    Detailing \u0026amp; Overlaps\n    \u003cspan style=\"position:absolute; right:16px; top:50%; transform:translateY(-50%);\"\u003e▸\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"padding:16px; border-top:1px solid #333;\"\u003e\n    \u003cul\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eMinimum 50mm overlaps\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eFeathered edges should overlap cut edges\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eMatting can be torn to create feathered edges\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eEnsure matting is fully wetted through before moving on\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eAttention to overlaps and consolidation is critical to achieving a seamless, durable finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"margin-bottom:12px; border:1px solid #333; border-radius:10px; background:#1a1a1a; overflow:hidden;\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer; font-weight:700; padding:16px 48px 16px 16px; font-size:18px; position:relative;\"\u003e\n    Product Details\n    \u003cspan style=\"position:absolute; right:16px; top:50%; transform:translateY(-50%);\"\u003e▸\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"padding:16px; border-top:1px solid #333;\"\u003e\n    \u003cul\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chopped Strand Fibreglass Mat (CSM)\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 225g\/m²\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSystem compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flexitec 2020 GRP Roofing System\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUse:\u003c\/strong\u003e First-coat reinforcement and detailing\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"margin-bottom:12px; border:1px solid #333; border-radius:10px; background:#1a1a1a; overflow:hidden;\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer; font-weight:700; padding:16px 48px 16px 16px; font-size:18px; position:relative;\"\u003e\n    A Roofer’s Perspective\n    \u003cspan style=\"position:absolute; right:16px; top:50%; transform:translateY(-50%);\"\u003e▸\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"padding:16px; border-top:1px solid #333;\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eWith Flexitec, the reinforcement isn’t optional — it’s engineered into the system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe 225g matting provides the structure the resin relies on to perform, and when installed correctly it delivers a tough, flexible membrane built to last.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIf you’re installing Flexitec 2020 to specification, this is the correct matting to use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e","brand":"The Flat Roofing Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56313639338315,"sku":"FT-Matting-120","price":2.26,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0997\/4054\/9451\/files\/225mattingforflexitecfibreglassroofing.jpg?v=1768510141","url":"https:\/\/theflatroofingshop.co.uk\/products\/225g-csm-fibreglass-matting","provider":"The Flat Roofing Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}