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| Best Concrete Waterproofing Treatments |
| Concrete is made from cement mixed with fly ash, materials like gravel, limestone or granite and sand. Hydration is used to combine these materials together and make a stone-like substance. As the material created in this way is porous in nature, a sealant is spread on the surface to prevent cracks which lead water leakage. Active materials are used for concrete waterproofing. Research and expert advice is usually needed for deciding which concrete waterproofing treatment to use.
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| Crystalline |
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| This is a very popular concrete waterproofing treatment. Crystalline comes in powder form and blends with water to create an effective concrete waterproofing treatment which can be sprayed or brushed on the surface. This treatment requires some moisture on the surface for a catalytic effect between the concrete and compound. Regular misting or a covering of wet burlap is usually needed for this. This concrete waterproofing treatment is more effective in new construction. This concrete waterproofing treatment is useful for reservoirs and sewage tanks. |
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| Concrete Sealer X-1 |
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| Concrete Sealer X-1 is a long lasting silicate-based product. This concrete waterproofing treatment protects the surface through the chemical bond which is formed between concrete and the compound. This concrete waterproofing treatment is applied to the surface with the help of a brush, spray-gun or roller. One gallon of this product is used to waterproof 200-400 square feet. Two coats of concrete sealer are effective for concrete waterproofing. This concrete waterproofing treatment is not harmful to the environment as it does not produce any harmful fumes. |
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| Penetron System |
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| Penetron systems consist of penetron chemicals which provide a permanent concrete waterproofing solution by passing through the capillary tracts of the concrete. Insoluble crystals which fill cracks are formed when the active ingredient of the chemical reacts with the concrete surface. This is also a very eco-friendly product. Penetron comes in spray-on liquid form or as a filler. |
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