Exterior Waterproofing Membrane

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Thickness comparison

The below is a thickness comparison of the material. HDPE plastic thickness is measured in "mils" which is "thousands of an inch".

Polyurethane

Again, not all waterproofing materials are the same. For many people, polyurethane is at the top of the list. It provides numerous benefits and many of these benefits cannot be found in other products. This material provides a seamless waterproofing membrane which can make a big difference in your selection. This waterproofing material is perfect for filling capillary cracks and will decrease concrete's water absorbency. Also, this material will harden the uppermost surface of the concrete. It's able to accomplish this because it deeply penetrates the surface. Take heed, there are some risks you should take into consideration. This material can be dangerous. If the material touches your skin, there is a risk you could suffer from adverse health effects that could be short-term or long-term.  Also, if inhaled, there can be serious ramifications.  It's really important to let a professional handle the process when using polyurethane material or you might put yourself in harm's way.  Polyurethane liquid membrane can be used for many purposes or projects.  Polyurethane waterproofing is good for pedestrian decks, water tanks, ponds, balconies, roofs, bridges, parking decks, and many other projects. All said, this material is extremely versatile and can be used for so many purposes.

Polyurethane liquid membrane offers a wide range of benefits. As an example, it helps resist water and will not cause any joints or leak risk areas. The material is water vapor permeable as well.  It offers adhesion for a full surface.  Another important benefit, polyurethane is excellent because it will resist oils, detergents, and other chemicals and therefore a perfect choice for this particular category.

In general, it's estimated that this material will have a working life of 25 years or more. The material will ensure that it will keep your home protected for a long period of time.

Like other kinds of waterproofing products, cementitious has its advantages and disadvantages. The leading advantage is its easy application while the biggest disadvantage is a lack of flexibility. This is because cement does not have a lot of flexibility to start with.  Even though concrete does flex, bend, compress, and stretch, it's very minimal.

Cementitious waterproofing products are used for many projects. Professionals use them to create a waterproof seal over concrete structures including foundations, walls, sidewalks, and walkways.  You can use this waterproofing product for a huge range of concrete applications. If you follow the manufacturer's instructions it will offer a durable watertight seal that will last for many years.

These waterproofing products are used to treat water-retaining installations, concrete tunnels, and tanks. They also work well for water treatment facilities.  These cementitious products are available in both spray and liquid forms. It will depend on what you want to use them for so you will know which is best for you. Smaller surfaces can be treated with the spray while larger surfaces will need the liquid formula.

When you use cementitious waterproofing coating to treat potable water tanks, you must be sure it meets the ANSI/NSF Standard 61 which pertains to drinking water treatment.  This standard states that lead cannot be used in products used to treat potable water. Before you decide to use this product, you have to find out if the NSF 61 comes into play.

EPDM Rubber

This is an effective material for waterproofing your roof. It's a synthetic rubber material that can be used for many different situations. It's a class M rubber that is made of ethylene and propylene and is often associated with silicone but the two materials are very different. EPDM rubber is used as a waterproofing coating for roofs and is considered an excellent product. It's also used on vehicles including windows, trunks, and wood.

Thermoplastic

This is another very popular waterproofing material. While it's not particularly cheap, it does come with a host of benefits. It's considered one of the strongest materials on the market and on average, it will give you  long-lasting waterproofing for 50 years or more, which is more than many alternatives.

When this material is heated, it will transform from solid to semi-solid allowing a professional to seal the sheets or panels together.  In turn, this makes thermoplastic waterproofing more effective for its intended purpose.  This material also offers elastomers.

Elastomers means they can resist impact much better than some other materials that have been mentioned. Thermoplastic waterproofing can be used for so many reasons and is particularly good for bladder accumulator circumstances. The bladder accumulator is a gas-charged bag fixed in the shell of the accumulator. When pressurized, oil enters into the accumulator and the gas bag compresses. When oil is required, it goes out and the bladder expands. Thermoplastic works great for oil blooms, spill protection, inflatable watercraft, splints, storage bags, and many other uses. The material is also used for pharmaceutical products. It can keep air and liquid out so it's perfect for storage bags for food and water.

The TPU coating will protect tents, flexible ducting, curtains, pipe plugs, and more. It's also used for split slabs, property lines, elevator pits, tanks, fountains, and decks. The downside, this material will cost slightly more than others.

PVC Waterproofing Membrane

This is a very popular and commonly used roof material that is made from polyvinyl chloride. It's mostly used to waterproof roofs and there are a lot of perks to using PVC waterproofing. To begin with, it's water resistant so you are guaranteed it is going to keep water out. It's also vapor permeable which is one of its biggest benefits. This type of waterproofing material also features a reinforcing base. The base is usually made of glass fiber or polyester mesh. Even though it's usually chosen for roofs, it is also used for tunnels, swimming pools, and underground structures.

You can choose this material from reinforced or unreinforced membranes and both are equally beneficial. With the reinforced membranes, you will get more durability. With the unreinforced membranes, you will have more flexibility and will not end up tearing. One thing that sets PVC apart from other materials is its very easy to install and provides a significantly longer service life.  The only flaw of this material is it allows moisture to escape out of the building's roof area.