Building Materials

Building Materials

Falcon Link TR supplies trusted building materials in UAE — from structural protection to fit-out essentials — serving construction contractors across Dubai, Sharjah, and Abu Dhabi from our Sharjah warehouse.

Key Features

Bitumen DPC boards in 12mm, 20mm, and 25mm for expansion joints and rising damp
GI chain link fence — heavy-dip galvanised for UAE coastal corrosion resistance
Chipboard and particle board in 16mm, 18mm, and 22mm standard panels
PP corrugated floor protection sheets — stocked in Sharjah for same-day supply
Full range of construction tapes — butyl, foil, DPM lap, and masking
Ready-stock with next-day delivery to Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Northern Emirates
Project accounts with LPO ordering for established UAE contractors

Applications

Construction floor protection during fit-out and finishing worksSub-slab DPC (damp proof course) for residential and commercial foundationsSite perimeter fencing for construction projects across UAEPartition and boarding for temporary construction enclosuresSurface protection on luxury villa and apartment fit-outsInterior design and joinery substrate (chipboard and MDF alternatives)Pallet base and packaging protection for heavy goods in UAE warehousesRoad and infrastructure project protective layering

Product Range

VCD Accessories
10 items
Adhesive Sealants & Tape
6 items
Steel Clamps
8 items
Pre-Insulated Accessories
4 items

What Damp-Proof Course (DPC) Specification Is Required for UAE Ground Floors?

For concrete ground floor slabs in the UAE, bitumen-impregnated fibreboard or HDPE sheet DPM (damp-proof membrane) laid beneath the slab is the standard specification. UAE's saline coastal soils drive moisture upward through unprotected slabs, causing tile adhesive failures and floor finish damage. Bitumen DPC boards (typically 12mm–25mm) are also used vertically at wall bases to prevent rising damp. Most UAE municipality and engineering specifications require a continuous DPM beneath all ground-bearing slabs.

What Expansion Joint Filler Thickness Is Standard in UAE Construction?

The most widely used expansion joint filler thickness in UAE structural concrete is 20mm, used for movement joints in suspended slabs, columns, and perimeter joints in large floor plates. 12mm is used in lighter applications including screeds, pavements, and partition bases. 25mm is specified for external applications — boundary walls, retaining walls, and road construction — where greater thermal movement is anticipated. All bitumen-impregnated fibreboard filler boards should be installed continuous from top to bottom of the joint.

ThicknessApplicationStandard
12mmScreeds, pavements, partition basesBS EN 1107
20mmStructural concrete, floor platesBS EN 1107
25mmExternal walls, roads, retaining structuresBS EN 1107

What GI Chain Link Fence Is Available for UAE Construction Sites?

We supply hot-dip galvanised steel chain link fence in 50mm × 50mm mesh aperture (standard for site perimeter hoarding) and 75mm × 75mm for lighter boundary fencing. Wire gauge from 2.5mm to 3.5mm. Galvanising weight is a critical specification in the UAE's coastal corrosive environment — heavy-dip galvanised chain link (at least 350g/m²) significantly outlasts lighter grades in salt-air and humidity conditions near Dubai and Abu Dhabi coastal sites.

How to Order Building Materials for a UAE Construction Project

Contact our Sharjah team with your materials list, required quantities, and delivery location. We can supply against bills of quantities directly or advise on specifications where consultants have not yet finalised details. Project accounts with LPO-based ordering and monthly invoicing are available for established UAE contractors.

Frequently Asked Questions

What damp-proof membrane specification is required for UAE ground floor concrete slabs?

The standard for UAE ground floor slabs is 1000G (250 micron) HDPE polythene or bitumen-impregnated fibreboard laid continuously beneath the slab. In areas with high groundwater tables or saline soil conditions — common in coastal Dubai and Abu Dhabi — upgrading to 1200G polythene or a dual-layer system is recommended by structural engineers. The DPM must be lapped at joints and turned up at edges to form a continuous moisture barrier.

What expansion joint filler thickness is standard in UAE construction?

20mm bitumen-impregnated fibreboard expansion joint filler is the standard for structural concrete joints in UAE building construction. 12mm is used for screed and pavement joints. 25mm is specified for external retaining walls and road construction. The filler material must fill the full depth of the joint to prevent concrete intrusion during pours.

Do you supply building materials on a project account basis?

Yes. We supply main contractors, subcontractors, and fit-out companies on project account terms with LPO-based ordering and monthly invoicing. A project account eliminates the need for individual purchase orders and payments per delivery, simplifying procurement administration for active construction projects. Contact our Sharjah team to set up an account.

Do you supply construction materials for fit-out projects in Dubai and Abu Dhabi?

Yes. We deliver building and construction materials to fit-out projects across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and all UAE emirates. Our Sharjah warehouse maintains standing stock of the most commonly used items — floor protection sheets, expansion joint filler, DPM, and construction tape — ensuring fast delivery to active sites. Contact us for next-day delivery scheduling.

What chipboard and particle board thicknesses do you stock?

We stock standard chipboard (particle board) in 16mm, 18mm, and 22mm thickness in 2440mm × 1220mm panels. These are used for temporary flooring, raised floor infill panels, site office furniture, and general construction boarding. Moisture-resistant (MR) grades are available for applications where humidity exposure is expected. Contact us for availability and pricing.

Do you supply GI chain link fencing for UAE construction site perimeters?

Yes. We supply hot-dip galvanised chain link fencing in 50mm × 50mm mesh (standard for site hoarding) and 75mm × 75mm for boundary fencing. Available in 1.8m, 2.0m, and 2.4m height. Heavy-gauge galvanising is important for UAE coastal locations where salt air accelerates corrosion. Contact us for roll quantities and posts to complete your site perimeter system.

What adhesive tapes do you supply for construction applications?

We stock butyl waterproofing tape, aluminium foil tape for HVAC ductwork, double-sided mounting tape, construction masking tape, and polythene joint tape for DPM lapping. The correct tape for each application is important — using the wrong tape product on waterproofing joints or DPM laps is a common cause of moisture failures discovered later in the project. Contact our team to confirm the right specification.

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