Waterproofing Details

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Waterproofing Detail: Planters and Containers

April 23, 2012

The recent trend is for application of living plants over the waterproofing system.


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Details: Perimeter Foundation Insulation

February 16, 2012

Perimeter foundation insulation is required in colder climates to reduce the heat-loss from a slab-on-grade to the below grade foundation wall.


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Details: Outside Corner Reinforcement

January 25, 2012
Securement of flashing at outside corners proves to be a difficult task. The adherence of the flashing material can be compromised due to the angle of the transition.
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Details: Expansion Joints

December 07, 2011

Proper waterproofing at vertical and horizontal expansions joints is critical to the long-term success of a waterproofing application.


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Details: Typical Tie-In Details

October 17, 2011

One of the most critical details on remedial applications is the tie-in detail between the existing waterproofing application and the new waterproofing application.


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Details: Cast-in-Place Penetrations

September 13, 2011
Applications of flashing at cast-in-place penetrations (such as pipes or vents) are similar for both vertical and horizontal waterproofing applications.
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Details: High Concrete Parapet Flashing

May 06, 2011
In situations where the parapet wall extends above the maximum 12-inch flashing height and wall waterproofing is required, there are several options. In the case of concrete or masonry walls: waterproofing can be provided by installation of a membrane covering, a metal covering or a waterproofing coating.
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Details: Plaza Drain Flashing

February 03, 2011
The waterproofing substrate must be properly prepared prior to the application of the plaza drain flashing material. Any openings and/or defects in the substrate must be properly repaired. 
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Details: Waterproofing

October 12, 2010
The waterproofing of balconies is an important component in high-rise structures. 
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Details: Waterproofing

June 11, 2008
Detail courtesy of Alvaro Mejia, IRT Inc. This detail provides proper application method of sheet or reinforced membrane waterproofing systems. The vertical footing wall/slab intersection is a vulnerable location and
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