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Waterproofing New Concrete
By Vanessa Salvia
There are a lot of different ideas out there about how to approach waterproofing new or green concrete. Add in different concrete mixes, slumps, temperatures, and products, and there are a lot of variables.

Vapor Barriers and Underslab Solutions
By Vanessa Salvia
Vapor barriers are a moisture control strategy that is crucial for just about any home in any environment. These systems go by various names but they all reduce the rate at which water vapor can move through a material.

Managing Weight & Water In a Green Roof
By Vanessa Salvia
It is clear that a roof can have more value than just being used as a place to spread out air conditioning units. There are a few different types of green roofs. Factors that can vary include the roof’s thickness, weight, and the expected maintenance of the plants.

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Winter 2023 News

Dec 6, 2022 | WATERPROOF! News

GCP Applied Technologies, a leading global provider of construction products, announced that Saint-Gobain has acquired all of the outstanding shares of GCP Applied Technologies for $32 per share, in cash, in a transaction valued at approximately $2.3 billion. GCP will...

Vapor Barriers and Underslab Solutions

Dec 6, 2022 | Air Barriers / Vapor Barriers, Current Issue

By Vanessa Salvia Viper II 10-mil Class A vapor barrier being installed for a new city hall building in Wisconsin. The barrier was sealed to the foundation wall at the height of the concrete slab prior to concrete placement. Vapor barriers are a moisture control...

Managing Weight & Water In a Green Roof

Dec 6, 2022 | Current Issue, Green Roofs

By Vanessa Salvia It is clear that a roof can have far more value than just being used as a place for air conditioning units. When a homeowner includes plans for a vegetated roof, the vegetated roof components can extend the roof life and can provide a patio for...

Waterproofing New Concrete

Dec 6, 2022 | Blindside, Current Issue, Dimple Membranes, Spray-Applied

By Vanessa Salvia This is a commercial building that required a drainage board with a high compressive strength due to the immense hydrostatic pressure in the area. The engineer specified DMX Drain 15X. There are a lot of different ideas out...