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High Fire Zones: Pli-Dek is Tested and Approved

As of November 2020, the California Residential Building Code requires that all decking materials must pass a 30-minute ASTM E84 fire test, which evaluates key fire resistance characteristics of building materials. Previously, California required that decking materials pass a 10-minute test. While California legislators are doing everything in their power to shore up the fire […]

Tools Used By Waterproof System Installers

Top Waterproof System Tools Used By Installers

If you’ve never had any waterproofing done to your outdoor deck, it pays to get it done as soon as possible. The longer you wait, the longer the job becomes to take care of possible wood rot or concrete deterioration. In some cases, it could mean complete deck replacement. In all, though, it’s going to […]

Waterproof Deck Chemicals To Avoid

Chemicals to Avoid When Cleaning Your Waterproof Deck

So you’ve invested in a beautiful, waterproof deck for your home. Or maybe you got lucky and a great deck came with your home. It can disappear quickly without proper care and cleaning with waterproof deck chemicals. There are great methods and products for cleaning your deck. And then there are hazardous chemicals to avoid! Waterproof […]

Waterproof lifespan of your deck

How Many Years Does Your Waterproof Deck Coating Have?

The lifespan of your waterproof deck coating have depends on a number of factors. It is not unlike most projects or endeavors taken on in life. It always begins with a good foundation, followed by continued attention to assure its integrity, while keeping an eye on the effects wrought by over- or long-term use. The resulting […]

osb Substrate below flooring

OSB Substrate Compatibility With Waterproofing Systems

  OSB substrate for waterproofing systems is a perfectly viable construction method. This type of board is a versatile and extremely strong construction material.  OSB and plywood are products used in multiple facets of construction. Both are considered sheeting material; used in floor, ceiling, roof and wall substrates.   What is plywood? Plywood is put together […]

Ocean View from concrete deck balcony with waterproofing concrete

Waterproofing Concrete And The Benefits of Doing So

  When you are waterproofing concrete, masonry and other cement-based materials you prolong the life and durability of the structure. Whether you are preserving a cinder block wall, a concrete floor or poured concrete walls, keeping water out of concrete is a great step toward better longevity. In some parts of the country, if you […]

Epoxy floors are a tough, resilient and very durable type of floor coating

Epoxy Floors: An Easy Maintenance Guide

  Maintenance guide for epoxy floors, caring for the epoxy floor. Epoxy floors are a tough, resilient and very durable type of floor coating used in multiple applications; garage floors, sunroom floors, high traffic hallways and walkways or warehouses. Areas, where machinery and other large tools are being used, a durable epoxy surface makes a […]

Sun Exposure to Concrete and Wood Structures causes UV damage

UV Damage: The Hidden Danger to Concrete and Wood

  UV damage and sun exposure, the hidden danger. While you may think your house, decks or concrete areas are safe with just a waterproof sealant, they aren’t. Harsh UV rays damage both wood, masonry and concrete surfaces over time. In areas with a long photo-period (length of sunshine per day) over the summer months, UV damage […]

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