Builders Films

Builders Film for Site Protection and Moisture Control

Builders film is the heavy-duty polyethylene sheeting that construction sites, trade contractors and industrial operations rely on for large-area protection. It goes down as a moisture barrier under slabs, covers materials and works in progress against weather, protects finished surfaces during fit-out, and lines dams and bulk containers. Supplied in wide centre-fold rolls, one roll covers a large area with minimal joins and offcuts.

Premium Packaging supplies builders film in clear, black and white, across a range of gauges and two roll widths, delivered in bulk Australia-wide from our Sydney base to builders, contractors and industrial sites.

Specifications

Our builders film is polyethylene sheeting supplied on centre-fold rolls so a wide sheet opens out from a roll that is easy to handle and store.

• Widths: 2m centre-fold (opens to 1m folded) and 4m centre-fold (opens to 2m folded), covering everything from surface protection to full-area site coverage.
• Gauges: 50 micron for lighter covering and drop-sheet use, 100 micron for general site work, and 200 micron for heavy-duty and under-slab applications.
• Colours: clear, black and white, each suited to different site conditions (see below).
• Roll lengths: longer runs on the lighter gauges (up to 200m on the 2m roll) so a single roll covers more ground before a changeover.
• Custom: other sizes and gauges can be supplied on request for large-scale or specialised projects.

Clear, Black or White

• Clear: lets you see through the sheet for inspection during covering and under-slab work, and suits general protection where visibility matters.
• Black: blocks light and conceals covered materials, useful for general site covering and where light exclusion is wanted.
• White: UV-resistant and reflective, which makes it suitable for lining shipping containers to export fresh produce and for outdoor covering exposed to sun.

What Builders Film Is Used For

• Under-slab moisture barrier, laid beneath concrete slabs to control rising damp and protect the structure
• Surface and material protection, covering floors, fittings and stored materials during construction and commercial fit-out
• Temporary weather protection, covering works in progress, equipment and materials on open sites and in yards
• Dam and container lining, lining rural dams, bulk bins and containers where a large continuous sheet is needed
• Produce export, using UV-resistant white film to line shipping containers carrying fresh produce

Choosing the Right Gauge

Gauge is the decision that most affects performance on site. Lighter 50 micron film suits drop sheets, dust covers and short-term protection. General site covering and material protection sits at 100 micron. For under-slab damp-proofing, rough handling and long-term or load-bearing exposure, 200 micron gives the puncture resistance the job needs. If your project has a specified underlay requirement, confirm the gauge and any standard your site must meet with our team before ordering.

Part of Your Wider Site Supply

Builders film sits alongside the other films and protective materials a site orders. For wrapping and securing materials and palletised loads, pallet wrap and stretch film handle the job, and for weatherproof covering of palletised loads, pallet top sheets seal the top. Cushioning and surface protection from the protective packaging range covers finished goods and equipment. Browse the full plastic packaging range to source films and sheeting from one supplier with Australia-wide delivery.

Order Builders Film for Your Site

Choose the width, gauge and colour that suit your application, and set builders film up as a recurring line so supply keeps pace with your project. If you are not sure which specification suits your site, whether it is under-slab damp-proofing, surface protection or container lining, our packaging specialists can recommend the right film and arrange bulk or repeat supply.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is builders film used for?

Builders film is heavy-duty polyethylene sheeting used as an under-slab moisture barrier, surface and material protection, temporary weather cover, and dam or container lining. It is a standard consumable on construction and industrial sites.

What gauge builders film do I need?

50 micron suits light covering and drop sheets, 100 micron suits general site work, and 200 micron is used for heavy-duty and under-slab applications. If your project specifies an underlay requirement, confirm the gauge with our team.

What is the difference between clear, black and white builders film?

Clear film allows visibility for inspection, black film blocks light and conceals materials, and white film is UV-resistant and reflective, which suits container lining for produce export and sun-exposed covering.

What widths does builders film come in?

Our builders film comes in a 2m centre-fold roll that opens to 1m folded, and a 4m centre-fold roll that opens to 2m folded, so a single sheet covers a large area with minimal joins.

Can I order builders film in bulk?

Yes. Builders film is supplied on bulk rolls in clear, black and white, with custom sizes available on request. Recurring supply can be arranged for regular reorders, delivered Australia-wide.