Why It’s Important to Do Waterproofing in Inclement Weather Areas Weather is one of the true enemies of outdoor decks, and it’s especially bad when you want a deck in a climate with consistent inclement weather. Whether you have rain, ice, or snow often, it’s never going to do your deck any good. Even so, […]
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Stair Waterproofing: A Step in the Right Direction
Stair waterproofing systems exposed to the outdoor elements always cause the owners or managers of public buildings to squint. These areas of public and even private access are ripe for lawsuits. Slip and fall cases are all too familiar in the courtrooms across the nation. Usually economically minor, these cases are often referred to […]
The Challenges Experienced in The Deck Waterproofing Industry
Waterproofing has been part of the broader construction industry for a long time. The need to protect structures from the harmful effects of exposure to water and other environmental elements has been important dating back when wooden boats needed special sealants to keep them afloat. Over time, specialization in the waterproofing industry has taken root, […]
Insight Into the Unknown Benefits of Waterproofing
When thinking about waterproofing, most think of what seems to be the obvious reason for waterproofing their deck- protection from water. Water damage to wood causes it to expand and crack pre-maturely. But other than water damage, there are several other benefits to waterproofing you may not know. What are the unknown benefits of waterproofing? […]
Protecting Your Deck by Waterproofing
One of the best places to own a home is around an area that receives sunlight for the better part of the year. For most people, the best way to enjoy this nature’s gift is by building a deck on the side of the house exposed to sunlight. The material of choice for the […]
Balcony Replacement: Signs of Impending Danger
More than a matter of aesthetics, the time to consider balcony replacement more often comes as a matter of safety. Many signs present themselves that should concern the homeowner. There are enough annual balcony collapses to put everyone on notice of just how important the health of their balconies translates directly to their safety. An […]
Performance Requirements of a Waterproof Deck Coating
Exploring the need for waterproofing any deck leads to the conclusion that one plan may not serve the overall purpose. The deck, often consisting mainly of wood, or a composite, or even concrete is actually the sum of several materials. Performance Requirements of a Waterproof deck coating, therefore, require a more holistic look at the […]
Waterproof Deck Systems for Residential Jobs: Importance of Waterproofing Your Home Deck
If you build in a new outdoor deck along your home in the last few years, did you realize at the time how much maintenance you’d have to put in later? Perhaps you underestimated how much weather can play a major factor in making your deck start to rot away. This was maybe the […]
Waterproof Deck Coatings: The Most Common Questions Answered
Building a deck out of plywood and concrete may seem like solid materials to last a lifetime, yet they’re still vulnerable to deterioration when exposed to outdoor elements. If you live in overly rainy climates, it’s common to end up seeing your plywood warping or buckling. For concrete, too much condensation leads to cracks, hence […]
How To Receive, Store & Handle Waterproofing Products
If you are an installer of waterproofing decking materials, you are in business to make money and establish a reputation for quality service. Job performance is probably at the top of your list of critical factors a quality job is dependent on. But don’t forget about the quality of the materials that you are […]
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