Waterproofing protects structures against water infiltration which can cause expensive and irreversible damage. It is mostly invisible after construction is completed. Every day the basement of a building, or the outermost layer of a tunnel, is exposed to intense fluctuations in moisture levels and temperatures, all contributing to its deterioration. Count on Sika to provide long-lasting waterproofing systems to protect your project.
Sika provides a wide range of different waterproofing systems and solutions. The selection of the best system for a specific project depends on many factors, including the local ground conditions. Sika waterproofing products and systems include joint waterproofing, liquid applied waterproofing, bitumen waterproofing (APP membrane), waterproofing mortars, and renders & screeds.
Advantages of Sika Waterproofing Solutions
Sika's solutions are suitable for even the most challenging requirements to keep water in or out of long-lasting structures, such as tunnels, bridges, basements, or balconies.
For drinking water facilities, our waterproofing systems fulfill the most stringent drinking water approvals.
Sika has developed solutions for special site conditions, including microbiological and chemical attack resistant products, high mechanical resistance products, free of physically linked plasticizers and ecologically sustainable products.
We consider the entire waterproofing process to the very last detail and can provide solutions for both new build and renovation projects.
Sika’s long-term experience and know-how to provide both products and system solutions is a key added value for your next project.
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FAQ
Waterproofing is a basic requirement for all wet areas, basements and concrete rooftops. It protects buildings from rain, leaks, and rising dampness. It prevents structural damage, efflorescense, mould growth, and costly repairs, especially in the rainy seasons.
Sika Kenya offers a wide range of waterproofing solutions that keep concrete & masonry structures free from leaks, water damage, cross-contamination thus improving durability.
Watch out for dampness, wall stains, bubbling paint, efflorescence or peeling plaster. These signs mean your building may need waterproofing. For more information https://ken.sika.com/en/construction/waterproofing.html
The best method depends on your specific requirements, project’s design, location, and substrate. Our Technical Team would be happy to discuss the best solutuin that will suit best. For more information visit https://ken.sika.com/en/solutions-for-projects/residential.html
Sika has comprehensive range of waterproofing solutions that are Barrier/ Protection Systems and Structural/Integral Systems. Barrier systems include; cementitious or polyutherane based liquid applied membranes, bituminous systems, sheet membranes and acrylic solutions. Structural Systems include concrete admixtures, injection repair systems and drainage systems.
With proper specification, application, maintenance, usage conditions, functionality of the area, and weather factors, waterproofing can last for many years. The exact expected lifetime depends on the system used and the conditions.
Waterproofing is recommended to be done before tiling. This ensures a watertight layer under tiles, preventing future leaks or damage.
We have a range of polymer-modified, cement-based waterproofing membranes which include; Sika Topseal 105 KE, Sika TopSeal 107 KE and SikaTop 501 Seal which is a cement-based capillary crystalline waterproofing material (this material protects the surfaces from both positive & negative water pressure). These membranes can either be flexible or semi-flexible.