Crack on the terrace surface

POTENTIAL CAUSES OF THE PROBLEM

a) Waterproofing Failure
b) Lack of waterproofing

SOLUTION

STEP 1: Check for small cracks existing on the application surface and thoroughly clean with a brush

 

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STEP 2: Prime the surface with deep penetration primer, GLX 292 FLEX PRIM

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STEP 3: Once the primer has dried, apply the first layer of acrylic, fiber-reinforced, waterproofing brushable membrane, FLX 382 PLUS

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STEP 4: Cut the THRAKON fiberglass tape to the dimensions needed so as to cover the crack fully

STEP 5: Apply the mesh over the crack by pressing it on its surface, while FLX 382 PLUS is still wet

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. STEP 6: After the first layer of FLX 382 PLUS has dried, a second layer is applied along the crack

STEP 7: Apply a third layer of FLX 382 PLUS after the second layer has dried, to protect the surface in the best possible way

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