5 EASY STEPS FOR SUCCESSFUL TERRACE WATERPROOFING

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5 EASY STEPS FOR SUCCESSFUL TERRACE
WATERPROOFING
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We ought to be thankful for having the proverbial
roof over our heads. The blessings that roof
showers can be easily tainted and washed away by
a leaky roof. If we do not follow the proper
terrace waterproofing procedure, it can lead to
water seepage across our home, thus decreasing
its life and strength. It can cause leaks in the
walls, mold, mildew, and weaken its overall
structure. A roof is known as a terrace when it
is flat and there is an entry built to access
it.  Terrace waterproofing is a very important
part of building construction. With the surge in
urbanization, the need for economic and effective
waterproofing solutions has grown multifold. With
growing research and development in the
construction industry, every few years new
technologies in waterproofing are invented and
they keep changing for the better. The
ineffective old conventional methods of
waterproofing are progressively being replaced
with new advanced waterproofing solutions.
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The roof or the terrace is the most fundamental
and the most exposed part of our home. It acts as
a sheath protecting us from the harsh conditions
outside and keeps us safe and dry inside our cozy
home. With the importance of a sound roof plays,
it is pertinent to understand and choose the
right method for terrace waterproofing. We must
employ experienced and expert professionals to do
the job.  Here we will be discussing the 5 easy
Steps For Successful Terrace Waterproofing that
will make your roof over your head strong and
steady.
Step-1 Prepare The Surface  Firstly prepare the
surface by proper cleaning with a wire brush and
water. You need to remove all kinds of debris,
dust, and other materials from your terraces
surface. Then, give the rooftop a good and
thorough scrubbing before applying your primer
and waterproofing membrane. The proper cleaning
helps in sticking chosen membrane to the surface
and also brings to light the blemishes and cracks
that need fixing.  Tip- Use a power washer in a
low-pressure setting to get all that dirt off. 
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Step-2 Strengthen The Surface After the
thorough cleaning, repair the cracks,
honeycombing, and undulations that are there on
the terrace surface. This step is even more
important if waterproofing is done on old brick
bat Coba or any other old surface. This process
will be the difference between doing the job only
every few years or spending extra on redoing the
whole job at least once a year during rains. Use
primers to fill the cracks, and seal the surface
properly to provide maximum adhesion for your
terrace waterproofing membrane of choice.  Tip-
Make sure to apply this on a thoroughly cleaned
and dried surface.
Step-3 Treating The Details  The key to
successful waterproofing is keen attention to
detail. Take care of the little nooks and
crannies that hide in plain sight. Treat all
blemishes you spot properly before you start
applying the waterproofing membrane. Also,
pre-treat the rooftops edges, corners, pipes,
vents and drains with sealants that are designed
to seal abnormal roof penetrations that rollers
usually cant reach.  These are the areas that
are prone to leakage. Seal them with due
attention
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Step-4 Application Of Waterproofing Chemical
Coating  This step includes applying a membrane
of your choice that prevents water from leaking
through the rooftop. There are many types of
terrace waterproofing materials available in the
market with each having different properties and
purposes. With various choices to pick from, it
becomes important to pick the most suitable
waterproofing membrane for your rooftop. The
common types of waterproofing materials are
Polyurethane, Cementitious Coating, EPDM Rubber,
Rubberized Asphalt, Thermoplastic, Bituminous
Membrane, PVC Waterproofing Membrane, etc. While
applying terrace waterproofing membrane, make
sure that you have properly cured waterproofing
membrane per layer and the thickness of the
coating is consistent and it is applied uniformly
throughout the surface. You should apply two
coats of waterproofing chemical coatings Tip-
Make sure to apply the correct amount of
waterproofing material, as stated by the
manufacturers technical specifications. 
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Step-5 Apply Protective Layer On Waterproofing
Coatings If there is heavy traffic on the
terrace, provide a protective layer on
waterproofing coatings. Else, you can skip this
step. When you have finished getting your terrace
waterproofing done, you can sleep peacefully
without the worry of leaks seeping into your
rooftop. Whether you are building a new house or
renovating your old house, if you diligently
follow these 5 steps to waterproof your terrace,
it will not only help maintain the aesthetics of
your home but also improve its resale value.
There are many good manufacturers but Shawar
Conchem has the right products to waterproof not
only your terrace but also any corner of your
house, from terrace to basement, and from walls
to toilets and kitchen. Hope you enjoy a
leakage-proof rainy season while sipping tea on
your terrace.