Importance of keeping everything dry
It could be argued that waterproofing is the most important part of any structure. A fabulously designed building might have the ‘wow’ factor, but that beauty will eventually be spoilt if the right waterproofing systems are not installed to floors, walls, roofs and the surrounding earth.
Waterproofing has become even more in demand as pressure on space causes many home and business owners to look to make more use of basements, cellars and vaults. With below-ground rooms being particular susceptible to flooding and damp problems, an effective and durable waterproofing system is vital.
Another area growing in popularity is green roofing. Turf or plant-covered roofs have many environmental benefits, but need to have a specialist waterproof layer able to resist root penetration and carry considerable weight.
Along with various membranes for different applications, waterproofing might involve drainage channels, sumps and pumps, cementitious tanking and other products.
Featured Company – Delta Membrane Systems
With waterproofing being so important, it pays to use innovative and proven products backed by expertise. Delta Membrane Systems supplies a vast range of high quality waterproofing membranes for protecting floors, walls, roofs, basements and extensions. As part of the world’s largest manufacturer of cavity drain membranes, the company works with major contractors and its waterproofing systems have been used in numerous prestigious projects.
Delta Membrane Systems holds BBA certification and is a member of the RIBA CPD Providers Network and NBS Plus Scheme. The Delta system, manufactured from virgin high density polyethylene, can be applied to many different substrates in a wide range of applications. Delta’s knowledgeable technical team will advise on the most suitable products for uses in all sorts of projects.
The product range is vast and includes geocomposite membranes for waterproofing earth retaining structures; the Delta System 500 for screed and wood based floating floors; Floraxx and Floraxx TOP for green roofs; a ventilated system for above ground situations or when no free running water is anticipated; and a sealed system for basements and vaults. All necessary accessories and sealing products for membranes are supplied, along with other waterproofing solutions such as sumps and pumps and drainage channels.
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Where to buy waterproofing
- DFR Roofing Ltd - Douglas House, Weston Park Road, Peverell, Plymouth, Devon, PL3 4NU, 01752 255616
- Wykamol - Unit 3 Boran Court, Network 65 Business Park, Hapton, Burnley, Lancashire, BB11 5TH, 0845 4006666
- Delta Membrane Systems Ltd - Delta House, Merlin Way, North Weald, Epping, Essex, CM16 6HR, 01992 523 523
- Tapco HomeDry.com - Tapco House, 12 Thorkhill Road, Thames Ditton, Surrey, KT7 0UE, 0800 195 9878
- AXTER Ltd - West Road, Ransoms Europark, Ipswich, Norfolk, IP3 9SX, 01473 724056
- Roofline South Ltd - Euro House, Aston Road, Waterlooville, Hampshire, P07 7XE, 023 9223 2032
- Fender Bcs - 20 Midland Road, Scunthorpe, Lincolnshire, DN16 1DQ, 01724 840609
- George Fisher Ltd. - 2 Borrowdale Road, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5DA, 017687 72178
- Katepal Products UK Ltd - Unit 1A Corinium Industrial Estate, Raans Road, Amersham, Buckinghamshire, HP6 6YJ, 01895 811400
- Epicuro Ltd - Cardinal House, 39/40 Albemarle Street, London, Greater London, 020 7125 0071
- Triflex (UK) Limited - Meaford Power Station, Meaford, Stone, Staffordshire, ST15 0UA, 01785 819 119
- Biokil Crown Ltd - 7 & 8 Stadium Industrial Park, Springfield Avenue, Long Eaton, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG10 2DD, 0115 946 0060