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Choosing A Concrete Moisture Barrier To Use

by Rena Hudson

Dampness on the floor slab can produce many devastating effects. These range from losses that will be incurred in replacing the slab to health and environmental issues. It occurs from growth of molds and fungi which breed as a result of the dampness. All these can be averted by the use of a concrete moisture barrier.

Moisture barriers have been in use for many decades. Traditionally, polythene sheets have been used for this purpose. The sheets were laid over the concrete slab before a final layer is laid. This was used as a mode of protection for the floor coverings. For electrical appliances that may be placed on the floor, the moisture may have adverse effects. Polythene sheets are available in different thicknesses, the thicker the sheet the better.

Modern developments have seen the introduction of moisture barrier in liquid form. This is easier to apply as compared to the polythene which is bulky and easily gets defects during its application. The liquid is applied to the surface by the use of a brush. It then seeps into the concrete components and bonds with them thereby creating a layer which moisture cannot seep through.

The use of these barriers is common in areas where water logging is prevalent. They are applied to the floor and walls to prevent water from seeping through them though in other areas it may not be a requirement while constructing. However, it is important to have it applied as a precautionary measure. With the prevailing global warming, weather conditions are changing drastically and a once dry place can experience high rains and maybe floods.

The surface being applied with the barrier mixture requires adequate cleaning. Cleaning the surface will involve removal of any oily material as well as debris that might be lying around. For slabs under construction, it is important to remove any loose concrete that might still be on the slab. Cracks that may be on the slab should also be filled appropriately. Construction joints do not require covering with the barrier and hence should be protected accordingly.

After effective cleaning has been done, various chemical components of the barrier are mixed. Mixing should be done in regard to the instructions given by the manufacturer. The mixture is stirred until a uniform mix is achieved. This is then applied on the surface by use of a rolling brush, nap roller or convectional spray. The application for this mixture is done in two layers giving a span of at least 2 hours between them to allow the first coat to stick. The second application should then be done at right angles from the first to ensure all pinholes and invisible cracks are covered.

A clean up is essential after the application of the barrier. Any spillages should therefore be cleaned before they dry up. There is also need to clean the equipments used in mixing and application process. Once the application has been done, a curing process of 72 hours is required before the final layer of concrete is applied. However, this period may vary due to different temperatures.

Products for use are available from various local stores. These are products from different manufacturers hence the need to gather adequate information on the right <A href="http://curranseal.com">concrete moisture barrier</A> to use. This information is available from the retailing stores or from online sources. You can also consult a construction professional for more guidance on this.



You can visit the website <a href="http://curranseal.com">curranseal.com</a> for more helpful information about Choosing A Concrete Moisture Barrier To Use

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