Filler Board
Falcon Link TR supplies premium filler boards for civil construction, road works, and infrastructure projects across the UAE. Our filler boards are used as expansion joint fillers in concrete structures, bridges, pavements, and flooring systems. Available in compressed fibre, foam, and bitumen-impregnated grades, our filler boards provide the compressibility and durability required for long-term structural performance.
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Applications
What Is Expansion Joint Filler Board Used For in UAE Construction?
Expansion joint filler board is a compressible panel material installed in structural movement joints in concrete buildings, pavements, bridges, and retaining walls. The filler board occupies the joint space, preventing concrete from intruding during pours while allowing the controlled thermal and structural movement the joint is designed to accommodate. Without proper filler board, concrete intrusion locks the joint rigid, and subsequent thermal movement cracks the adjacent structure. In the UAE's extreme temperature range — from near 0°C winter nights to 48°C summer days — thermal movement in large concrete structures is significant, making expansion joint design and specification a critical element of structural engineering.
What Is the Difference Between Bitumen Board, Plain Fibreboard, and PP Hollow Board?
Bitumen-impregnated fibreboard (black/dark brown) is the standard structural expansion joint filler for UAE concrete construction. It is compressible to allow movement while maintaining a closed face. Plain compressed fibreboard is used for general infill and packing where compression and recovery are less critical. PP hollow board (lightweight twin-wall polypropylene) is used where moisture resistance is the primary requirement — in bathrooms, external applications, and underground locations where fibreboard would absorb moisture and degrade.
| Product | Colour | Thickness | Main Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bitumen fibreboard | Black/dark brown | 12mm, 20mm, 25mm | Structural expansion joints, concrete |
| Plain fibreboard | Brown/grey | 6mm–25mm | General infill, packing, backing |
| PP hollow board | Any | 4mm–10mm | Wet areas, external, moisture-exposed |
What Thickness Filler Board Is Specified for UAE Structural Concrete?
20mm is the most common specification for expansion joints in UAE structural concrete floor plates, beams, and walls. 12mm is used for screed, pavement, and lighter structural applications. 25mm is specified in external boundary walls, retaining walls, and road construction where maximum thermal movement is anticipated. The engineer of record specifies joint width and filler board thickness on the structural drawings — always confirm before ordering.
How to Order Filler Board for a UAE Construction Project
Contact our Sharjah team with your required thickness, board type (bitumen impregnated, plain, or PP), panel dimensions, and quantity. Standard 1m × 2m panels can be cut to non-standard sizes at our warehouse. Delivery to UAE construction sites available next day for in-stock sizes. Contact us to confirm availability for your required specification.
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of filler board is used for concrete expansion joints in UAE?
Bitumen-impregnated fibreboard is the standard expansion joint filler for structural concrete in UAE construction. It is compressible to accommodate thermal and structural movement, maintains a closed face to prevent concrete intrusion during pours, and is available in 12mm, 20mm, and 25mm thickness. It meets standard engineering specifications used by UAE municipalities and structural consultants.
Can filler board be used in wet or underground areas in UAE?
Standard fibreboard is not suitable for wet, external, or underground applications — it absorbs moisture and loses its structural integrity over time. For moisture-exposed environments including bathrooms, external retaining walls, and underground slabs, PP hollow board or moisture-resistant alternatives should be specified. Contact our team to confirm the right material for your specific site conditions.
What sizes of filler board do you stock in UAE?
Standard stock: 1m × 2m panels in 12mm, 20mm, and 25mm bitumen-impregnated fibreboard. Cut-to-size panels available from our Sharjah warehouse for non-standard project requirements. PP hollow board stocked in 4mm and 8mm thickness in standard sheet sizes. Contact us with your specification and quantity for availability and pricing.
How is filler board different from filler compound or plasterboard?
Filler compound is a surface-applied paste for filling surface imperfections — it has no structural strength. Plasterboard is a lightweight lining panel for wall surfaces. Filler board is a dense, rigid panel material installed in structural joints, between frames, and in voids where you need something solid but lighter and faster than masonry or timber blocking. They are completely different products with different applications.
What standard do your bitumen expansion joint filler boards meet?
Our bitumen-impregnated expansion joint filler boards meet BS EN 1107 (flexible sheets for waterproofing) and are compatible with the standard UAE structural engineering specifications referencing BS and ASTM standards. If your project requires specific test documentation or material certificates, contact our Sharjah team — we can provide manufacturer data sheets and test reports.
Do you supply PP hollow board for use in bathrooms and wet areas in UAE?
Yes. PP hollow board (twin-wall polypropylene) is fully waterproof and moisture-resistant — suitable for bathroom and wet area applications where standard fibreboard would degrade. Available in 4mm and 8mm standard thickness for packing, infill, and substrate applications. Lighter than fibreboard and easier to cut with a utility knife or score-and-snap technique.
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