KA Tanking Slurry 25Kg White

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You may already know that tanking slurry is far from the only way to tank your basement or cellar – there are a couple of other options on the market – but it’s definitely one of the most effective. It’s also easier to apply than alternatives such as bitumen, which is a nice bonus. What is tanking slurry used for? Our tanking slurry is available in two colours, white and grey. As a general guide, use one colour for the first coat then the other for the second coat which makes it easier to see if you have completely covered the surface. Once tanking is complete… Below ground, we would recommend you opt for cementitious tanking as outlined earlier in this article or a cavity drainage system featuring wall and floor membranes, drainage channels and sump pumps. This Type C drained protection effectively channels any water ingress down the walls to a drainage channel and to a sump chamber where it can then be pumped safely away. Tanking membranes also known as damp proof membranes are sheets of specially designed plastic material that act as a waterproof barrier to protect walls and floors from water ingress. Made from high quality HDPE, they are designed to withstand years of temperature fluctuation and exposure to water without becoming worn or degraded. Tanking membranes are easy to install onto damp walls, creating a small cavity to allow the wall to dry out.

Now you know how to apply tanking slurry, you can ensure a professional finish and keep your property free from penetrating damp. Though tanking slurry cannot treat rising damp (you’ll need a special damp proofing course for this), it is a highly effective method of preventing penetrating damp. The walls of a building can become damp for many reasons: building faults, penetrating damp, plumbing issues, and rising damp. Ultimately, damp walls are bad news. They can lead to structural issues as well as causing health issues. It also damages decoration, and looks and smells bad. Damp in walls is commonly caused by penetrating damp and in some rare occasions rising damp. Below ground, you may experience damp walls due to water ingress. This occurs due to hydrostatic pressure being exerted on the earth-retaining walls. Penetrating damp

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Wall tanking refers to the process of creating a protective, watertight barrier on internal walls to prevent damp and water ingress.

Normal problems with damp and water ingress can usually be solved by applying two coats of Pro-Build Tanking Slurry over the entire surface area. The second coat should be applied at a different angle to the original coat as soon as the first coat becomes touch dry. The second coat must be applied within 24 hours of the original coat. In hot and dry conditions a fine mist of water should be sprayed over before the second coat is applied. Note:all tanking products are prone to sweating during the drying out phase and if left exposed after the product has cured. We suggest they are always covered as above and / or adequate ventilation is installed to manage the humidity. Tanking slurry is supplied as a powder that you will need to mix yourself. It is essential that you apply tanking slurry with the proper direction, following manufacturer’s instructions. The internal walls of a property are vulnerable to water ingress and damp. This means you are open to a whole load of potential problems. If you want to take steps to protect against this or deal with existing damp walls then you should consider wall tanking. We take you through the tanking methods available and the products you will need along with our usual no-nonsense advice. If you need to damp-proof your home, wall tanking is a highly effective way to do it. Here at Build & Plumb, we’ve created a guide to tanking a wall, including your step-by-step process for applying tanking slurry. What is tanking a wall?

It can be applied either to the negative or the positive side and will negate dampness in ground water permeation even under hydrostatic pressure. At Permagard, our PermaSEAL tanking membranes and slurry products are seen as industry leading by DIYers and tradespeople alike. We offer these products in either bulk or smaller quantities so no matter the size of the job, you’ll find what you need. Vandex BB75 is not intended to provide a decorative finish. In most cases, the Vandex BB75 waterproofing layer is covered with a suitable plaster such as Vandex Refurbishment Plaster. Vandex BB White For maximum effectiveness, it is essential that the applied layers of Vandex BB75 are kept damp for at least 5 days and protected against evaporation by sun and wind. Careful post-watering should be carried out at intervals, starting from the day following the application. Alternatively, the surfaces can be covered with plastic sheeting, wet mats or moist sand. The use of curing compounds is not recommended.