Waterproofing Tile, keeping your Rooftop Decks water-tight
Importance of waterproofing tile, keeping your outdoor living spaces water-tight. Tiled rooftop decks are incredibly popular, for good reason. They expand living space and increase resale value while providing the homeowner hours of enjoyment in good weather. Places like Florida and coastal Eastern US have hundreds of thousands of rooftop decks on houses large and […]
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 […]
Knockdown vs. Handtrowel: Concrete Flooring Finishes
These days, it seems days that the construction industry is getting the upper hand on creativity and art. Whatever the project, the industry seems to come up with an idea that beautifies the result. Surprisingly, that is even true of concrete. Colorized and textured concrete are becoming common and provide a beautiful and innovate touch […]
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 […]
Drainage Systems: Waterproof Deck Systems on Roof Decks
Flat roof decks, a real crowd pleaser. Flat roof decks are a great way to maximize open living space, not to mention the fantastic views. Weather permitting, you can entertain on a roof deck or just spend time watching the stars at night. Decking systems add significant resale value to a home, but only if […]
Create Functional Beauty With A Custom Finish
Making the decision to have an epoxy coating applied to the surface of any flooring is not the final decision to make. The next decision is about aesthetics and enhancing safety. With many colors and patterns to choose from among the many epoxy floor coating finish options available, every project can take on the custom appearance desired […]
Can Snow Damage a Waterproof Deck System?
Can snow damage a waterproof deck system? Yes, eventually. Waterproof decking systems can and do sustain damage over time, especially in climates with cold winters. Depending on where you live and how your system was installed, heavy snow and cold temperatures will cause problems with your waterproofing system in the long run. There are […]
Model Building Code Organizations- Regulating Standards in the Building Industry
What are model building code organizations? A model building code organization is a set of building codes that are developed and maintained by a standards organization. This standards organization operates independently of the jurisdiction or area in which the building code standards are being developed. Local governments or councils can choose to adopt these building […]
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 […]
