Foundation waterproofing "TechnoNIKOL": description of the material, tips on choosing

During the construction of the house you need to take care of its protection, and for this you can take different steps. One of them is the waterproofing of the foundation, which must be carried out qualitatively with the use of appropriate materials. If a small leak occurs, it can adversely affect the reliability of the house. In addition, there is a possibility that groundwater will accumulate in the soil, over time they will gather under the foundation and destroy it. Therefore, waterproofing plays an important role. This procedure will protect the structure from the formation of mold, damage to materials and moisture.

Foundation waterproofing is important because it has several advantages.Thanks to her, you can increase the area in the house. Many people believe that the basement is part of the building, which is always musty and collects unnecessary things. But if you approach this from the other side, then this place can be used with benefit and even get additional space. BUT thanks to waterproofing, the basement will become a dry, cozy and comfortable place.

The next plus of the procedure is to reduce energy costs, because in this way you can close up the cracks. Cold air will not penetrate inside, so the room will have to be heated less.

The construction market offers a wide range of products that allow you to solve a number of problems during the construction of the house. Every year there are new materials that have a number of positive characteristics. The list of such products, of course, include hydroisol, which is in great demand.Material "TechnoNIKOL" is used for the construction of foundations and roofs. It is a roll-up waterproofing material, which includes fiberglass or fiberglass, bitumen with filler, as well as coarse-grained dressing, which creates the top protective layer.

Fiberglass fabric is covered with a special bitumen mass, which is mixed with additional products in production. Gidroizol has the following advantages - flexibility, elasticity and strength. In addition, the material has a long service life, the warranty is often ten or even more years. The waterproofing material "TekhnoNIKOL" is excellent as a protective coating for roofs and foundations, as well as walls. It all depends on the type of material, as well as its purpose, characteristics and features.

In the market you can find a wide range of materials for waterproofing the basement with a basement that does not apply, or with a technical floor in sandy soil, where the water level is below the foundation slab. There are several types of waterproofing foundation "TechnoNIKOL".

• Roll waterproofing.This kind of material will perfectly cope with the problem of moisture, moisture will not penetrate inside, and also it will allow to protect the foundation from storm water. This is a self-adhesive waterproofing that is suitable for arranging the foundation. The main feature is the service life of more than fifty years. The advantages include a wide selection, ease of installation and high performance.

• Pasty waterproofing is represented by several varieties. These include a floating roll, build-up, as well as a material in which the self-adhesive film performs the task of a protective coating, and it is able to snugly press against the foundation. At the same time, use of sealants with primers is not required, but the surface must be dried.
• Coating waterproofing refers to varieties of waterproofing polymer films. The range includes bitumen mastic, primers. The task is to protect the internal space from moisture from the outside. The building structure will be protected from weather conditions, and the properties of the building will be preserved and will last for many years.Mastic waterproofing protects against moisture, which is located in the soil of the building structure, made of wood, concrete or reinforced concrete. Such products are often used for pipelines, but they are also excellent for foundations. The material is resistant to destruction, and its protective property is maintained for many years.

• Membrane. Such material is also called geomembrane. The benefits include long life, resistance to UV and negative factors, as well as safety for the environment. Such products are produced in rolls, made of a polymeric membrane, creating a protective studded layer.
• Cut-off waterproofing is laid in such a way that the material is wider than the surface. This provides a reliable joint with the foundation. Such a product is characterized by durability and flexibility at any time of the year. For many years, the material will not be covered with cracks, which is a significant advantage. If it is necessary to protect the slab foundation, then it is better to choose a material such as built-up waterproofing.

On the device of a waterproofing of the bases there is a typical technological map. It covers a wide range of work and is required to ensure quality protection of the building foundation. The map consists of a number of sections, each of which has a detailed description of the procedures for performing the procedure, so using it you can independently do all the work qualitatively, safely and with the right material consumption.

When buying a material, it is necessary to pay attention to its parameters, quantity and dimensions, as this affects the product calculation. In addition, it is better to get acquainted with the full range of characteristics in advance in order to understand how much material is required to protect the foundation.

For each name, the manufacturer indicates a detailed description and all indicators. For example, if we talk about self-adhesive baseless material, the size of the roll is often equal to 1x10 m. Its mass is one and a half kilograms per square meter, and the thickness is only one and a half millimeters. If the choice falls on the mastic waterproofing material, then it is measured by weight, so you should consider the amount of work to be done.Mastic is offered in containers of 18 kg.

Before you start waterproofing the foundation in any building, you need to choose the right material. This can be done independently by carefully examining all the performance characteristics of the products on the construction market, or seek the help of qualified specialists to consult and take advantage of their professional recommendations.

With regard to the calculation of "TechnoNIKOL" products per 1 m², several criteria must be taken into account.

First of all, you should measure the area of ​​the foundation, which will be covered by the material. The amount of the latter depends on the variety, and also because of whether waterproofing will be carried out in one layer or several.

Useful tips from the masters who work in this areawill help to quickly cope with the task, not only during the installation of waterproofing the foundation, but also when choosing a material, as well as when calculating the consumption of products.

• If plans to work with bitumen mastics, it is necessary to understand that there are solvents in their composition that can cause intoxication. To prevent negative consequences, it is worth using a respirator while working.
• The bitumen solutions that TekhnoNIKOL manufactures are already ready for use. They are applied with a cold method, but the mastic must be mixed well before use.

• The technology of application is simple, especially if you prefer the roll waterproofing. But for each type of material there is a manual that can be found even on the Internet in DWG format.
• To protect the foundation components, you must carefully select the waterproofing. Waterproofing the foundation "TechnoNIKOL" for this task is best suited. This product is in great demand in the market, and has collected excellent reviews from both ordinary consumers and professional builders and craftsmen.

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