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5 Waterproofing solution you must consider!

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Why should you use waterproofing solution? Nothing is annoying as having a house that is damp and leaking water from wall side and floor. Let’s go through 5 important types waterproofing solution that you will need to consider before when trying and decide what to use.   Cementitious Waterproofing. Liquid Waterproofing Membrane. Bituminous Coating Waterproofing. Bituminous Membrane Waterproofing. Polyurethane Liquid Membrane Waterproofing. Above methods are the mainly used in construction industry for the purpose of waterproofing solution. What your contractor used must be one of the above methods. So, let’s get you versed before your contractor throws around the above terms as technical. Cementitious Waterproofing This is the simplest approach since the components are readily accessible from masonry component manufacturers. Furthermore, they are simple to blend and apply in internal wet areas such as toilets. That being said, sin...
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Waterproofing Solution: AkFix Acrylic Liquid Membrane Review.

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You have used different types of waterproofing solution but if you have not used acrylic waterproofing liquid Membrane solution. You are in for a shock, due to the advantages Akfix EM600 offers. So let's dive into areas that we will cover in this review.




Table of Contents

  • What is Acrylic Waterproofing Liquid Solution?
  • Akfix EM600 Waterproofing Pros & Cons
  • Its Affordable
  • It's easy to apply
  • Cost effective for your project
  • Long lasting and durable 

What is Acrylic Waterproofing Liquid Solution?

Acrylic waterproofing Liquid solution is a high-standard acrylic emulsified coating intended as a functional, resilient, polyurethane coating for waterproofing and sealing roofs, walls, and wet areas. The coating is a tough, long-lasting covering for cement, masonry and other hard surfaces.

Other surfaces that are identical The coat is often suggested for use as a brushed structural cover layer. Blue board, cement block, concrete, and stone floors are examples of inner and outer surfaces. Overcoating is not needed for this product.

AkFix EM600 Acrylic Waterproofing solution Pros & Cons

  • Simple to use

this polish can be spread with a brush, roller, or spray bottle, much like any other color. It is also suitable for tilted or steeply inclined roofs.

  • Elasticity is very strong

Thermal expansion is an issue that specifically affects goods for terrace waterproofing on surfaces such as terraces with direct sunshine. The permeability of liquid membranes stops cracks and other flaws that could jeopardize their consistency.

  • Long useful life

Waterproofing properties last for a long time without losing efficacy. In reality, unlike other remedies, routine maintenance is not needed. These benefits are linked to its high resistance to weathering and aging.

Cons

AkFix EM600 can only be used during the dry season and cannot be applied when it's raining. Under raining conditions Acrylic Waterproofing will end up bubbling after it finally dries up.

It’s affordable

The cost of buying Acrylic waterproofing liquid solution is considerably cheaper compared to substitute waterproofing solution. Due the simplicity of the product composition, costing of the product is hence lower and affordable.

The following detailed pointers shares more reasons why EM600 is the best in the market. We share the detail on how to use the product and application.

  1. It's easy to apply

The following are ways of applying AkFix EM600 Waterproofing Liquid Membrane in easy four steps

Have the surface in order

Sweep the floor using a broom, vacuum cleaner, scrubber, or pressure washer. For a toned, secured surface from sand. Patch and fill with a prime as required.

Flash Edge and openings

If required, use a metal drip-edge.

At roof corners, wall changes, and penetrations such as pipes and skylights, insert reinforcing cloth between two coats of liquid.

Base coats and material application 

Between two coats of liquid on the roof surface, embed supporting cloth, overlapping consecutive sheets of fabric until the entire roof is protected.

Top coat application 

Apply a top coat of the finish color after the base coats have dried. Apply additional top coats if required to achieve the desired membrane thickness once this is dry.

  1. Cost-effective for your project

The product can easily be applied by less personnel and with less technical input on how to apply. The items required for the application is a roller brush and a mixing tool for the liquid waterproof solution.

  1. Longevity and maintained

Washing the trouble area and painting a few coats of acrylic will easily patch minimal damage to acrylic roofs. Since reinforcement cloth must be inserted first, more serious damage is just marginally more challenging. Acrylic roofs lose one to two mils of thickness every year due to corrosion, or the equivalent of a full coat every five to ten years, so they must be pressure-washed and re-coated every five to ten years to avoid long-term membrane thickness degradation. Divide the roof area in square feet by Eighty to get the minimum amount of gallons required for upkeep. If re-coating would be tough, approximately twice gallons in the original top coat to ensure a long-lasting finish.

Start Using AkFix EM600 Today`

Choose AkFix EM600 on your construction project for the best result. Packed in different sizes for your project need.

Using Em600 you will enjoy the above-shared benefits, that will leave you with enough in the pocket to carry on with other project requirement input. Maximize the benefit accrued and explore different areas of application for this product.

Place an order via our store and enjoy Discount on your first purchase

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