Summer 2014 News
Firestone Building Products holds an annual awards program to recognize excellence in commercial roofing. In February, they announced that more than 200 roofing installation companies had earned the 2014 Master Contractor Award, bringing the network to more than...
Polymer Rubber Gel Systems
A little-known material is making inroads in the waterproofing market that offers a host of unique advantages. Called Polymer Rubber Gel (PRGs). This technology is radically different from the other fluid-applied composites used in waterproofing.  It has...
Crystalline Waterproofing & Green Building Construction
Over the past ten years, sustainable construction practices and green building rating systems have become increasingly popular. Building owners and designers now insist that all facets of construction—including waterproofing—be as eco-friendly as possible. ...
Spring 2014 News
In November, a new internet domain was announced for construction-related websites. With the explosive growth of the worldwide web since the mid-1990s, the relatively small number of original domain names (.com, .org, .edu, and .gov) have proven inadequate for the...
Protected Membrane Roofing
By Dennis Yanez Building owners and tenants continue to demand commercial facilities and office space that boast green assemblies, long-term energy efficiency and preserve natural resources. These goals can also challenge budgets. For instance, specifications...
The Importance of Certified Installers
By Melissa Morton On many projects, the quality of waterproofing depends on the quality of the installer. Certification can bring peace of mind to the owner, and additional profits to the contractor. Those of us in the waterproofing industry understand...
Green Walls, A Different Direction
Fashion Valley Mall near San Diego, features this 18’ tall and 51’ wide green wall with 4,000 plants. It uses a system from Tournesol Siteworks No longer satisfied with green roofs, designers are now developing vertical gardens and green walls, which...
Crystalline Solutions for Wastewater Plants
Wastewater treatment plants are notoriously difficult to waterproof. But an innovative waterproofing technology may offer an elegant solution. Sewage treatment, or domestic wastewater treatment, is the process of removing contaminants from wastewater and...
The Importance of Dehumidifiers
Dehumidifiers are an important component of a waterproofing system. Homeowner Danny Burns in Marysville Tenn. solved his wet crawlspace challenge by adding a sump pump, crawlspace liner and a Santa Fe dehumidifier. (see before-and-after photos at right)....
Selecting a Spray-Applied Air Barrier
By Colin Szewaga Until about 10 years ago, air barriers were virtually non-existent in the United States. Today, though, they are a profitable and growing industry. This significant increase in use has prompted many questions from design professionals, general...
