Waterproofing glossary
Short explanations of the waterproofing terms used in proposals, specifications and reports. 117 terms under 12 headings: a common language from the site to the technical office.
Substrate Preparation17 termsAbrasive Blasting, Cement Slurry, Concrete Injection…
Structural Details8 termsBond Beam, Corner Detail, Drain / Outlet…
Membranes9 termsBentonite Membrane, Bituminous Membrane, EPDM Membrane…
Systems8 termsCrystalline Waterproofing, External Envelope System, Green Roof System…
Application6 termsCold Bonding, Liquid Application, Loose-Laid Application…
Joints9 termsAnchor Leakage, Backer Rod, Bituminous Tape…
Drainage and Protection8 termsCapillary Break Layer, Composite Drainage Board, Drainage Board…
Defects10 termsBlistering, Bridging Crack, Capillarity…
Testing and Inspection7 termsCarbonation Test, Coating Thickness Measurement, Flood Test…
Technical Concepts17 termsAdhesion, Bitumen, Cohesion…
Areas of Application9 termsBasement Wall Drainage, Basement Waterproofing, Bridge and Viaduct Waterproofing…
Material Properties9 termsChemical Resistance, Flexibility / Elongation, Puncture Resistance…
Definitions are for general information; product selection and acceptance values are governed by the technical data sheet of the system applied and the project specification.
