Cementitious Waterproofing Flat Roofs Balconies Patios

The benefits of cementitious waterproofing coatings are known for its durability and ability to prevent water penetration for extended periods. When the solution is applied correctly, it can provide an even more strong barrier against water. Cementitious waterproofing can be used on various surfaces including concrete, and masonry.

Waterproofing cement is a cement that prevents the passage of water from the moment of construction and prevents the appearance of damp, preventing the paint on our walls and ceilings from peeling off. It allows us to build and waterproof at the same time. It can be used for all types of construction work.

Cementitious waterproofing solutions are mainly used by the waterproofing arrangement of the following constructs:

• Foundations
• Walls of buildings
• Walls of basements and floors
• Terraces
• Balconies
• Roofs
• Swimming pools
• Basement floors and floors
  in industrial workshops and wet areas
• Tanks for various purposes, including those for drinking water
• Tunnels
• Underground storage facilities and structures
• Sewage treatment plants
• Lift shafts
• Bridges
• Dams
• Ports and docks
• Underground parking
• Floor slabs

These solutions are mainly applied to the concrete base since it is with it that they have 100% adhesion (adhesion).

Cementitious waterproofing systems contain a base of Portland cement, with or without sand, and active waterproofing additives. There are four types of systems: metallic, capillary, chemical additive and modified with acrylic.

Cementitious waterproofing systems are effective at both positive and negative water pressure. These materials are applied with a brush, spatula or spray on concrete, brick or stone surfaces and become an integral part of the base.

All compounds are supplied as a dry mixture and are mixed with water and other components when applied.

Cementitious waterproofing systems are excellent materials for use in residential, commercial, civil and infrastructure projects.

All Cementitious waterproofing products are similar by the application and productivity, but they repel water in different ways and this is due to proprietary additives and recipes of manufacturers.

Important: Sometimes it is worth listening to the well-known proverb - "There is no good cheap. The price of the product, and the product at the price." When buying, pay attention to the cost of waterproofing material and its composition, as a rule, the lower the cost, the less high-quality components were added to the composition or they were added in a smaller proportion.

Waterproofing compositions based on cement are divided mainly by their composition. Each of the types can be both double-component and single-component and has its own strengths and weaknesses.

Main types:

• Cement-sand with metal materials;
• Capillary-crystalline or penetrating;
• Cement waterproofing with the addition of latex;
• Cement-polymer, acrylic, and the addition of liquid glass.

Cementitious waterproofing can either be sprayed using a special spraying unit or applied manually by coating it. The most popular method of applying cement waterproofing coating is manual application.

Stages of work production with Men@WorX:

Men@WorX prepares the base – The first step is to clean the base from peeling elements, dirt, and dust;

We seal up all existing cracks and other defects of concrete with the help of non-shrink compounds and expanding sealant;

Men@WorX takes care of the intending installation (a small plinth of Cement-Sand Mixture) for the transition of waterproofing from the horizon to the vertical;

Thus, you will be able to avoid weak node of 90 degrees during the transition of the coating, for example, from the floor to the walls;

Moistening of the surface – Cement mixtures are not applied to a dry base. Before the waterproofing installation, the surface is moistened to a certain extent, otherwise, 100% adhesion of the material to the base may not work;

Preparation of the material – This procedure is one of the most important, especially, when it comes to double-component materials. When preparing the mixture, it is necessary to mix dry cement powder with water and other components, as is written in the instructions for a particular material. Each manufacturer has its own instructions to follow;

Arrangement of coating insulation – The material is applied to the base by coating, using a brush or spatula in 1 layer;

Installation of the second layer – If necessary, after the first layer is gripped, the second layer can be applied by coating. The waiting time between the first and second layer is determined depending on the applied material (described in the instructions for the material);

Subsequent finishing – If you plan to install finishing elements in the form of drywall, plaster, or other cladding after applying the coating cement insulation, then first we need to install the furring, which is glued directly to the waterproofing. This eliminates nailing boards with nails or self-tapping crews through the Cementitious waterproofing membrane.

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