Formulated Materials
Formulated Materials is a private, Oklahoma City-based construction materials manufacturer serving North American multifamily and commercial builders with proprietary fire-rated gypsum underlayments, acoustic mats, balcony waterproofing systems, leveling cements, automated batch mixers, and integrated railing systems, sold through a certified licensed dealer network.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded-
- HeadquartersOklahoma City, United States
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Formulated Materials does
Formulated Materials is a private, Oklahoma City-headquartered manufacturer of specialty construction materials serving the North American multifamily and commercial building markets. The company operates as a subsidiary of Compellier and markets a portfolio of six product systems: TREADSTONE interior floor underlayments (fire-rated gypsum, acoustic mats, self-leveling compounds), ELEVATION exterior balcony waterproofing (sheet membranes, primers, flashings, drainage components), the Integrated Balcony Railing System (aluminum railings engineered to integrate with the waterproofing assembly), HydroPhase advanced leveling cements, Smart Batch Systems automated aggregate mixing equipment, and Combimix industrial leveling and repair products distributed exclusively in North America under a December 2025 partnership. The underlying technology stack rests on proprietary cement chemistry (HydroPhase phased cement hydration), patented and patent-pending waterproofing and acoustic components (T-Bar Termination Pockets, Q-Seam, Treadstone Elite and Elite Duo), and UL-listed assemblies covering over 100 fire-rated designs.
The company generates revenue primarily through one-time product sales to a network of technically trained licensed dealers who specify, distribute, and install the systems; equipment sales and leasing via Smart Batch Systems is a secondary stream. Dealers receive ongoing certification, AIA-accredited continuing education support, 24/7 technical services, estimating assistance, and field quality control, with the entire product range marketed under a single-warranty "one brand" framework. The primary customer segment is multifamily construction (apartments, condominiums, hotels) where fireproofing, soundproofing, and waterproofing requirements converge in a single building type; secondary segments include residential high-rises and commercial construction. Marketing channels combine organic social, AIA-accredited webinars, industry trade shows (notably World of Concrete 2026), and a Pro Resource Hub for architects and contractors. Notable scale metrics include over 200,000 balconies waterproofed and over 10 million square feet installed without warranty claim on the ELEVATION system.
Formulated Materials firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Formulated Materials
- Legal name
- Formulated Materials LLC
- Website
- https://formulatedmaterials.com
- Company type
- Private
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- Formulated Materials is a private, Oklahoma City-based construction materials manufacturer serving North American multifamily and commercial builders with proprietary fire-rated gypsum underlayments, acoustic mats, balcony waterproofing systems, leveling cements, automated batch mixers, and integrated railing systems, sold through a certified licensed dealer network.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Formulated Materials industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Construction Materials
- NAICS
- Gypsum Product Manufacturing (327420)
- SIC
- Concrete, Gypsum & Plaster Products (3270)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Gypsum Plasters & Specialty Additives/Modifiers (IMADAEAG)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Flooring Installation Materials & Accessories (Adhesives, Grouts, Trims, Transitions) (IMADAJAL), Plaster (Gypsum/Lime/Cement) & Basecoat Systems (IMADAEAC), Floor Covering Installation Materials Manufacturing (Adhesives/Seams/Grippers/Transitions) (IMAOAJAM)
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Where Formulated Materials is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Oklahoma City
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices1 record
Markets served
Formulated Materials business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Personnel, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Construction Material Product Sales: Formulated Materials generates revenue through the sale of proprietary construction materials including gypsum underlayments, acoustic mats, waterproofing systems, leveling cements, and related components. Products are sold through a network of licensed dealers who purchase directly from the manufacturer. The company also offers automated batch mixing equipment (Smart Batch Systems) for sale or lease to contractors.
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels1 record
Marketing channels7 records
Formulated Materials product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Formulated Materials manufactures and sells construction material systems for multi-family and commercial buildings, including fire-rated gypsum floor underlayments, acoustic sound mats, self-leveling cements, exterior balcony waterproofing membranes and components, aluminum balcony railing systems, and automated aggregate batch mixers. Products are sold through a network of technically trained licensed dealers and installed by certified installers under a single-brand, single-warranty system.
Product overview
Formulated Materials is a construction materials manufacturer offering a comprehensive portfolio of related systems for multifamily and commercial construction, organized into distinct product lines: TREADSTONE® (interior floor underlayment systems including fire-rated gypsum products, acoustic mats, and self-leveling compounds), ELEVATION® (exterior balcony waterproofing systems with sheet membranes and component accessories), Integrated Balcony Railing System® (aluminum railings that integrate with waterproofing assemblies), HydroPhase® (advanced leveling cements), Smart Batch Systems® (automated mixing equipment), and Combimix® (European-engineered industrial products acquired for North American distribution). The products are designed to work together as complete installation systems under a single manufacturer warranty, addressing fireproofing, soundproofing, and waterproofing requirements for wood-framed buildings.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- TREADSTONE®: Interior Floor Underlayment Systems - gypsum underlayments, leveling underlayments, and acoustic underlayments for multi-family and commercial construction
- ELEVATION®
- HydroPhase®
- COMBIMIX®
- Smart Batch Systems®
- Integrated™ Railing System
Products and services
- TREADSTONE Interior Underlayment Systems Comprehensive line of fire-rated gypsum underlayments, acoustic mats, and self-leveling underlayments designed for interior floor applications in multifamily and commercial construction.
- Treadstone FR25 Gypsum Underlayment Fire-rated gypsum concrete underlayment with compressive strengths up to 3200psi, fast-setting and high-flow properties for multifamily construction.
- Treadstone FR30 Gypsum Underlayment Fire-rated gypsum concrete underlayment with compressive strengths up to 3800psi, designed for demanding applications requiring enhanced durability.
- Treadstone FR30P Pre-Pour Underlayment Fire-rated gypsum underlayment for pre-pour applications providing leak protection for floors below without requiring sand aggregate.
- Treadstone Sitemix Leveling Underlayment High-cement, high-polymer self-leveling underlayment with compressive strengths up to 4500psi, designed for deep fills and leveling in multifamily housing.
- Treadstone SiteMix Ultra Leveling Underlayment Advanced hybrid cement technology leveling underlayment with compressive strengths up to 5000psi for the toughest flooring challenges including water saturation scenarios.
- Treadstone M2 Acoustic Mat Monofilament acoustic mat using three-dimensional polypropylene mesh technology, reducing impact noise up to 10dB in wood-framed and 20dB in concrete assemblies.
- Treadstone M3 Acoustic Sound Mat Cuspated geometry monofilament acoustic mat delivering the highest level of sound control between floors, reducing impact noise up to 16dB in wood-framed and 20dB in concrete assemblies.
- Treadstone R1 Sound Mat Rigid structure acoustic mat featuring Q-Seam Technology for robust seam overlapping, providing 8-10x stronger compression resistance than commonly specified mats.
- Treadstone Elite Acoustic Underlay Industry-leading compression-resistant acoustic underlay requiring 20,000 psf for 1mm deflection, providing 20x stronger performance than monofilament sound mats and including a permanent moisture and odor barrier.
- Treadstone Elite Max Acoustic Underlayment Highest-performance acoustic underlayment in the Treadstone lineup, meeting IBC standards for IIC and STC ratings and made with high-density polyolefin containing over 50% post-industrial recycled content.
- Treadstone Elite Duo Acoustic Mat Patent-pending acoustic underlay combining two innovative technologies for unmatched acoustical performance, with flexible properties allowing it to serve as a perimeter isolation strip and run up walls to eliminate flanking path leaks.
- ELEVATION Exterior Waterproofing Systems Leak-free balcony and breezeway waterproofing system with a complete line of proprietary components and accessories for wood-framed construction, including sheet membranes, primers, sealants, drainage mats, drip edges, and termination pockets.
- Elevation S60 Sheet Waterproofing Membrane 60mil sheet waterproofing membrane with woven synthetic facer providing 6x tear and abrasion resistance of competitors, 120-day UV resistance, and a 10-year limited warranty.
- Elevation SP1 Primer Water-based pressure-sensitive primer for use with S60 sheet waterproof membrane on concrete, plywood, and polyisocyanurate roofing insulation substrates.
- Elevation SM2 Lap Sealant Multi-purpose urethane joint sealant with 25%+ joint movement capability, solvent-free formulation effective in damp, dry, or cold climates.
- Elevation DM2 Drainage Mat High compression-resistant cuspated HDPE drainage mat with non-woven filter fabric creating a sub-concrete drainage plane, made with 80% post-consumer recycled content.
- Integrated Balcony Railing System Aluminum railing system engineered to integrate directly with balcony waterproofing assemblies, eliminating one of the most common causes of balcony leaks at the railing attachment point through a proprietary connection detail.
- HydroPhase Advanced Leveling Cements Advanced leveling cements using proprietary phased cement hydration technology to deliver durable, robust leveling systems, including products such as HydroPhase P150 SL and C150 SL.
- Smart Batch Systems GC-1 Automated Aggregate Batch Mixer Automated aggregate batch mixer system designed to increase productivity and deliver provable accuracy through detailed reporting using automation and bulk materials.
- Combimix Industrial Leveling and Repair Systems European-engineered self-levelers, wear toppings, and concrete repair mortars for demanding floors, exclusively distributed in North America through Formulated Materials.
- Fire Engine SmartBatch Specialty themed variant of the Smart Batch automated aggregate batch mixer system, debuting at World of Concrete 2026.
Quantifiable outcome
- Treadstone underlayments are 10x stronger and 25% lighter than leading brands
- +5 more outcomes
Companies that use Formulated Materials
Customer profileSegments3 records
Ideal customer profiles3 records
Formulated Materials technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature10 records
Formulated Materials partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
One partnership is on record.
- CombiMixcoreFormulated Materials partnered with CombiMix to introduce calcium aluminate-based self-leveling underlayments to the North American market. The products are designed for rapid development of strength, stability, and resistance in flooring projects, aiming to reduce project costs and improve performance. The partnership will make the products available through Formulated Materials' distribution network and target various construction sectors. Combimix products are European-engineered self-levelers, wear toppings, and concrete repair mortars that are pumpable, fast-setting, and have high abrasion resistance. Formulated Materials is the exclusive distributor in North America.
Scale indicators4 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights6 records
Formulated Materials competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- USG Corporation: USG is a leading North American manufacturer of gypsum-based products including floor underlayments, wallboard, and plaster systems serving multifamily and commercial construction—the most direct comparable to Formulated Materials' Treadstone gypsum underlayment line.
- National Gypsum Company: National Gypsum manufactures gypsum board, plasters, and cement-based underlayments used in multifamily and commercial construction, directly overlapping with Formulated Materials' gypsum underlayment and fire-rated product categories.
- American Gypsum: American Gypsum produces gypsum wallboard and related building products for residential and commercial construction, with comparable gypsum-based underlayment offerings for the multifamily segment.
- MAPEI Corporation: MAPEI manufactures self-leveling underlayments, primers, sound attenuation, and waterproofing systems for flooring and construction—directly competing with Formulated Materials' HydroPhase and Treadstone product lines in multifamily/commercial settings.
- Ardex Americas: Ardex produces self-leveling underlayments, primers, and moisture mitigation systems for commercial and multifamily flooring applications, with a comparable specialty-manufacturer profile and product overlap with Formulated Materials.
Broad incumbents
- CertainTeed (Saint-Gobain): CertainTeed is a broad building products manufacturer offering gypsum, insulation, roofing, and ceiling systems with overlapping multifamily construction product categories but operating at much larger scale.
- Georgia-Pacific Building Products: Georgia-Pacific is a major diversified building products manufacturer including gypsum and construction materials, serving similar multifamily and commercial customers but as part of a much broader portfolio.
- Tremco (RPM International): Tremco provides waterproofing, sealants, and building envelope solutions including balcony and plaza deck systems, directly comparable to Formulated Materials' ELEVATION balcony waterproofing line.
- Carlisle Construction Materials: Carlisle is a major manufacturer of commercial roofing and waterproofing membranes including sheet-applied systems for balconies and plaza decks, overlapping with Formulated Materials' Elevation S60 membrane business.
Emerging players
- LATICRETE International: LATICRETE manufactures construction chemicals and waterproofing systems with selective overlap to Formulated Materials' waterproofing and surface preparation categories in multifamily and commercial construction.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks5 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
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Funding rounds
Investors
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Frequently asked questions about Formulated Materials
What does Formulated Materials do?
Formulated Materials manufactures and sells construction material systems for multi-family and commercial buildings, including fire-rated gypsum floor underlayments, acoustic sound mats, self-leveling cements, exterior balcony waterproofing membranes and components, aluminum balcony railing systems, and automated aggregate batch mixers. Products are sold through a network of technically trained licensed dealers and installed by certified installers under a single-brand, single-warranty system.
Is Formulated Materials a public or private company?
Formulated Materials is a private company. It is classified as corporate owned and is currently operating.
When was Formulated Materials founded?
Formulated Materials was founded in -1. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is Formulated Materials based?
Formulated Materials is headquartered in Oklahoma City, United States, in the North America region.
How does Formulated Materials make money?
One revenue line is on record: construction Material Product Sales.
Who are Formulated Materials's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are USG Corporation, National Gypsum Company, American Gypsum, MAPEI Corporation and Ardex Americas. Broad incumbents are CertainTeed (Saint-Gobain), Georgia-Pacific Building Products, Tremco (RPM International) and Carlisle Construction Materials. LATICRETE International is listed as an emerging player.
Does Formulated Materials have an API?
No public API is recorded for Formulated Materials.
What industry is Formulated Materials in?
Formulated Materials's product category is Construction Materials. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMADAEAG, Gypsum Plasters & Specialty Additives/Modifiers, with a secondary code of IMADAJAL, Flooring Installation Materials & Accessories (Adhesives, Grouts, Trims, Transitions). Its NAICS code is 327420 and its SIC code is 3270.