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Contact SupplierIn the realization of waterproofing systems for balconies or terraces it’s important the ability to know how to evaluate and consequently choose the waterproofing system best suited to the existing situation regardless of whether it’s a new construction or the adjustment of a pre-existing situation; it’s therefore necessary realize it to perfection, paying particular attention to all types of details and to the accurate treatment of them, which in most cases represent the critical points from which water leaks occur causing the subsequent problems.
Many balcony areas and terraces are created above living spaces, whether on a flat roof above an extension or living space, kitchen or bedroom or on the top floor of an apartment complex. Great attention needs to be given to sealing the balcony surface and waterproofing it
Balcony waterproofing is needed for preserving your any area underneath the balcony from any perennial water ingression damage. In areas susceptible to snow or frequent rainfall waterproofing the balcony surfaces is an essential part of the building works and cannot be taken light-heartedly.
A recent statistical survey has shown that “Balcony Waterproofing” has the highest failure rate of all the areas in the building envelope.
Whereas a mere 1.8% of the total cost of the build is actually spent on waterproofing balcony areas, these account for a staggering 83% of building defect complaints.
Sealing flat roof balcony areas, balconies on top of rooms and terrace areas waterproofing should be a well thought out process and applied correctly from the outset; the consequences can otherwise be
Keeping a balcony safe from water
Correct sequence of works
Balcony waterproofing tactics
You might embrace several methods of waterproofing balcony surfaces such as using a waterproof membrane both below and above the screed or possibly sealing the exterior of the tiles and grout joints. There are different benefits for using a waterproofing membrane both below and above the screed such as the fact that it excludes moisture from the tiles and screed and has a much better capability of withstanding movement. Water must be channelled correctly as well, one must direct water to some other direction so that water does not stand and seep into the surface. This draining strategy will also help reduce efflorescence and any water leaking into tiling or the surface.
So be sure that you apply the following tactics to ensure good balcony sealing and avoid water ingression.
Remember to do this right from the start