Common Waterproofing Mistakes are in the Details

Posted by Nick Leuci on Mar 28, 2018 1:01:00 PM

Waterproofing membranes, waterproofing coatings, and waterproof linings are terms that can be applied to a wide range of products.  They can be cold-applied liquid products, hot-applied products, peel-and-stick membranes or thermoplastic linings to name a few.  All these products provide a good barrier to water when used under proper circumstances.  So, why do so many installations leak?

 Left image: reinforcing fabric installation on a roof

 

The presence of leaks can almost always be attributed to poor attention to the waterproofing details, including:

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