Metal anchors and their importance in the construction industry
What are metal anchors used for? Metal anchors, executed with bolts, bars or screws, are used to fix different types … Metal anchors and their importance in the construction industry
What are metal anchors used for? Metal anchors, executed with bolts, bars or screws, are used to fix different types … Metal anchors and their importance in the construction industry
The acronym SATE stands for Exterior Thermal Insulation System, a system that is becoming increasingly fashionable, and which also fulfils … Advantages of ETICS: Why it is the best insulation system
Ceramic adhesive plays a fundamental role in the works and is one of the most important elements to take into … What is the best adhesive for ceramics? Some recommendations
What is sustainable construction? Constant innovation and commitment to sustainable and healthy construction are part of our corporate DNA at … Sustainable Construction: Plates of vegetal origin (SATE System)
What is a sulphur resistant mortar? A sulphate resistant mortar is a mortar that has sulphate resistant properties, and is … Repairing Concrete in Extreme Environments: Sulforesistant Mortar
Laying tiles, ceramics and any type of tiles on the floor or wall of any room in our home is … The right choice of a cementitious adhesive: UNE 138002-2017
Corrosion inhibitors protect reinforced concrete structures to prolong their life. But do you know which one to choose when repairing … New Generation of Mortars with Migratory Corrosion Inhibitors
Carbon fibre is a lightweight material that is increasingly in demand in construction for repairing concrete structures. Factors such as … Properties of carbon fibre: its use in structural reinforcement
Carbonation of concrete is a natural process that occurs when carbon dioxide present in the environment reacts with water or … What is concrete carbonation?
The primer is a coating prior to the application of a final finish, which is applied on certain surfaces to … Types of primers and how to apply them
Molins S.A. has been awarded grants for energy saving and efficiency projects in companies in the industry and services sectors … Grant for energy saving and efficiency project
These terms are widely used in the construction sector and although they may seem very similar, as they both constitute … What is the difference between mortar and cement?
Lime mortars are mainly made up of 3 products: lime, sand and water. This material is ideal for old and … What is lime mortar?
The Institute for Energy Diversification and Saving (IDAE) has agreed to grant financial aid for the replacement of forklift trucks … The IDAE grants a subsidy for the replacement of diesel forklifts with electric ones at the Quer factory (Guadalajara).
The external thermal insulation system, also known by its acronym SATE, is used to improve comfort and energy efficiency in … What does the external thermal insulation system consist of?
A concrete structure may need to be reinforced for various reasons such as deterioration or ageing, calculation errors, execution errors, … What is a structural reinforcement project?
Waterproofing is a technique to repel water from certain surfaces, e.g. facades, which is achieved by applying a water-repellent liquid … What is facade waterproofing?
Reinforced concrete structures are widespread as a highly effective solution due to their enormous strength. Reinforced concrete is widespread in … Repair of reinforced concrete pillars: our tips
Meteorological and environmental factors, as well as other external factors such as the passage of time, can alter and damage … What is structural repair mortar: our products
Structures that combine steel and concrete are one of the most widely used construction solutions nowadays, as they are present … How to choose the right repair mortar
Repair mortars are used in concrete repair and reconstruction works. The UNE-EN 1504-3 standard “defines and classifies repair mortars according … What is the difference between R3 and R4 mortar?
With the passage of time and weather and environmental factors, concrete deteriorates in buildings. That is why, when it comes … What is R4 Mortar: its role in repair
The summer season starts and it is precisely now when we begin to detect flaws and leaks. At Molins, we … Tips for applying fibreglass mesh for pool waterproofing
The maintenance of our swimming pools requires an investment in new materials. Rain, wind and the low temperatures of winter … The best waterproofing for swimming pools: our recommendations
How to repair cracks in swimming pools? Summer is just around the corner. Sun, pool and friends is the perfect … Tips for repairing cracks in swimming pools
After the pandemic and all the time we have spent cooped up indoors, living in a home with a terrace … How to waterproof a terrace: Steps to follow
The passage of time leaves its mark not only on us but also on our buildings. Exposure to the weather … Lime, the historic ally of façade restoration and conservation
Ceramics have been present in our lives since time immemorial for the decoration and cladding of most areas of the … Cement glue, a before and after for the ceramics industry
Very often, we choose ceramic tiles as the perfect finish for the decoration of our kitchen, our bathroom, our terrace, … How can we ensure the maintenance and cleanliness of our seals?
The choice of ceramic pieces for home decoration is a very common trend. Ceramic is one of the most used … The science of ceramic tile installation
External skirting boards affected by rising damp are one of the most common problems in our homes and a pathology … How to repair an exterior wall affected by rising damp?
Waterproofing is essential for the work carried out by water tanks, those concrete infrastructures that collect, purify and distribute water, … How to waterproof water tanks
Sustainability has gone from being the future we were looking to some time ago to a real and latent present … What are passive houses? Comfort for the home and the environment
Molins has designed a solution that directly tackles the classic damp that appears in basements, storerooms, electrical or boiler rooms, … Propam Impe flex the solution against damp by filtration
Molins has designed a system that manages to waterproof a bathroom in just 24 hours; an integral solution that prevents … PROPAM IMPELASTIC the easy waterproofing solution
Molins launches a ‘super glue’ for construction that easily fixes metal parts to concrete, mortar, stone or brick structures such … Molins launches a ‘super glue’ for the construction industry
Damp is one of the most common problems in homes – it causes one out of every four building pathologies … How to solve dampness?
Molins has added PROPAM CAL Sec, the solution that evaporates dampness that appears in basements, walls and lower parts of … PROPAM CAL Sec the solution that evaporates dampness
Exterior thermal insulation systems (SATE) eliminate the risk of damp and water seepage through the façade, thus preventing the passage … How to reduce the risk of dampness in times of heavy rainfall
Stairs are to blame for more than 50,000 domestic accidents a year in Spain, according to data from the Accident … Staircases are to blame for more than 50,000 domestic accidents a year in Spain.
Molins has included among its selection of technical products ‘essential to get the house ready‘, the levelling solution to guarantee … Molins’ solution for levelling a floor
Salt chlorination has been gaining importance in recent years as a solution increasingly used in swimming pools to minimise their … How to set up a saline chlorinated pool
In view of the change in electricity tariffs, which restructure prices according to three different time periods, there are savings … How to save 30% on your electricity bill
Some 40% of buildings show damage to their reinforced concrete structures. These are structures that combine steel and concrete, and … 40% of the buildings show damage to their reinforced concrete structures.
An unwaterproofed pool can be emptied in a month due to possible leaks, which is why it is of great … An unwaterproofed swimming pool can be emptied in a month.
Often, when problems of damp caused by fissures or cracks in façades arise, hasty decisions are taken to solve the … The most common mistakes when waterproofing a façade
Normally, comfort and well-being in the home are associated with being comfortable, with a pleasant temperature and protected from the … Sound insulation
Molins promotes the energy renovation of buildings through external thermal insulation(SATE) and the processing and management of public aid to … Molins promotes energy rehabilitation
The context of the pandemic has probably meant that the time you spend at home is much longer than it … Propam Tec, solutions to refurbish your home
99% of buildings suffer from cracks and fissures in their facades, a problem that affects their premature ageing and can … When should we be concerned about cracks and crevices in facades?
Taking into account the high demand for renovations that has increased in recent months due to the fact that we … Molins launches an express solution for repairs
According to data from Molins, the expert company in innovative solutions for healthy construction, 30% of the energy that escapes … 30% of energy escapes through thermal bridges