Methods and Materials Used To Waterproof Concrete

For ages now, concrete has remained the top preference in terms of building materials, owing to its several attributes including, durability. The flexibility, functionality and versatility make it worth using at several places in the construction process and when backed by waterproof concrete, the results can be far better than usual. The reason is the porous nature that makes it vulnerable to leakages. This means that waterproofing is mandatory and as far as waterproofing is concerned, here are the options that most users have.

Concrete sealers

• According to the experts, this happens to be the most common method and material used in the process.
• These sealers can be either coating sealers or penetrating sealers and no matter which one you choose, you can be assured about getting the highest quality results.As far as coating sealers are concerned, they form a film over the concrete, which stops water from penetrating the surface.
• On the other hand, there are penetrating sealers that seep or penetrate into the concrete to give protection to the surface.
• The best attribute of both these sealers used for waterproofing balcony made of concrete is that they do not interfere with the colour or appearance of the material.
• Among both of them, the coating sealer is easy to apply and considered to be more effective. The reason is that it can be cleared or coloured depending upon the necessity.
• Sealers often need to be applied regularly over time to keep the surface protected.

Crystalline waterproofing

•   The next product used to waterproof concrete is the crystalline that is used when the installation team is looking for a permanent solution.
• In this process, crystalline is used that is generally a compound that reacts with concrete and water.
• This agent is installed as a part of the concrete, resulting in tiny crystals that grow inside the concrete filling in all the pores, gaps and cracks.