Foundation waterproofing: brushing cold bitumen emulsion over a concrete slab

Foundation Waterproofing with Cold Bitumen: The Right Materials and Steps

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Table of Contents Foundations are the only part of a building that cannot easily be repaired once backfilled. With high groundwater in many parts of the Nile Delta and Egypt’s new cities, and salts and sulphates in the soil, foundation waterproofing is essential to protect concrete and reinforcement from corrosion and secure the life of the structure. The most common ... Read More
Water tank waterproofing: elastomeric lining on the floor and walls of a round concrete tank

Water Tank Waterproofing: Drinking-Water Approved Materials and Correct Application

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Table of Contents A concrete water tank, whether on the roof or below the building, is under constant water pressure and permanent moisture. A leak does not only waste water; it can corrode the reinforcement and let dust and bacteria contaminate the supply. That is why water tank waterproofing needs materials designed for permanent immersion and approved for drinking-water contact, ... Read More
Crystalline waterproofing slurry brushed onto a damp concrete floor

Crystalline Waterproofing for Concrete: How It Works and When to Use It

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Table of Contents In basements, lift pits and underground tanks, damp and leaks often appear from the inside after the foundations are backfilled, when the outer face can no longer be reached to repair the membrane. Crystalline waterproofing offers a completely different approach from conventional membranes: rather than only forming a layer on the concrete, it penetrates into it and ... Read More