by Leon | Feb 13, 2025 | How To With ABE, Waterproof-it-yourself
DESCRIPTION When not properly waterproofed a balcony can lead to a multitude of problems, especially a balcony sited above other rooms of a property. Water run-off from balconies can cause extensive water damage to interiors and result in damp, peeling paint and other...
by Leon | Feb 13, 2025 | How To With ABE, Waterproof-it-yourself
DESCRIPTION A damp-proof course, commonly referred to as a DPC, is the first layer of brick laid over a damp-proof membrane as a moisture barrier applied to foundations to prevent moisture rising into brickwork. A damp-proof course is imperative in maintaining the...
by Leon | Feb 13, 2025 | How To With ABE, Waterproof-it-yourself
DESCRIPTION Negative side waterproofing is applied to the dry or inside face of the subsurface. It is used primarily for water holding purposes. Negative side waterproofing prevents water from entering occupied space. The materials used in negative side waterproofing...
by Leon | Feb 13, 2025 | How To With ABE, Waterproof-it-yourself
DESCRIPTION A flat concrete roof – is prone to leaks unless properly maintained. In order to prevent roof leaks and water leaking into your house the entire roof must have a layer of watertight seal. The most popular waterproofing method is a membrane coating, often...
by Leon | Feb 13, 2025 | How To With ABE, Waterproof-it-yourself
DESCRIPTION Non-woven, continuous filament, needle-punched, polyester geotextile. Advantages: High strength. High conformability. Paving: Ensures correct drainage and prevents risk of subsidence. Garden paths: Prevents the natural soil from mixing with the sand or...
by Leon | Feb 12, 2025 | How To With ABE, Waterproof-it-yourself
DESCRIPTION Concrete water tanks are not naturally waterproof. Weather it be a crystalline product or an exterior sealing, if the surface is not prepared properly then failure is inevitable. One of the greatest challenges of working with concrete is cracking. Concrete...
