According to the manufacturer, UGL, Drylok should be used on bare masonry and concrete surfaces. They also add cement, stucco, and porous terra cotta to the list of ideal substrates for Drylok waterproofer. But what if you have a stone foundation and you would like to waterproof it? Can you use Drylok? Well, that’s what … Read more
Kerdi membrane is a waterproof pliable sheet that is made by Schluter, a leading manufacturer of construction materials. This waterproofing membrane is often used with tiles in wet areas such as bathrooms or steam showers. If you’re planning to use Kerdi membrane on the floor of your residential or commercial property, below is a comprehensive guide that’ll … Read more
Kerdi membrane is one of the best products you can use to waterproof drywall. With a Kerdi membrane, you can prevent the effects of water damage on drywall. Even though drywall is an ideal substrate for Kerdi membrane, will it stick if the drywall is painted? This is going to be our main focus in … Read more
If you have decided to use the Schluter shower system, then it’s pretty obvious that a Kerdi shower pan should be installed with Kerdi board walls. However, can you install a Kerdi shower pan alongside cement board walls? Let’s find out! Can You Install Kerdi Shower Pan with Cement Board Walls? Of course, you can install … Read more
RedGard waterproofing and crack prevention membrane can be used on a wide range of substrates, including cement boards, drywall, and gypsum. But can you use RedGard to waterproof a concrete floor? Let’s find out. Can You Use RedGard on Concrete Floor? Absolutely. Concrete is one of the most suitable substrates for RedGard application. When you … Read more
A pan liner is usually the last layer of defense against moisture penetration in a shower. Even though the shower pan does a commendable job of preventing water from seeping through the concrete substrate, it’s advisable to use a pan liner for additional waterproofing. Installing a shower pan liner is a relatively straightforward process. But … Read more
Whether DensShield can be used in a shower has been a hot topic of debate for years amongst both expert and DIY builders. Some believe that because it’s made out of gypsum, it’s not the ideal material to use in a shower because of moisture exposure. Then another group prefers to use DensShield in showers … Read more
When building a shower, steam room, or anything else that will be constantly exposed to moisture, you have to be careful when waterproofing the walls and floors. In such a setup, there is a considerable risk of water seeping through the walls and floors, thus damaging other materials such as sheathing. In an attempt to … Read more
When building a shower or a kitchen, it’s normal to come across scenarios where the Kerdi board meets the drywall. For many builders, it can be confusing how you can transition between these two materials. After all, they are all built differently. If you have found yourself in the above scenario, here is an in-depth … Read more
Even though it’s mostly used to bond Kerdi Membrane and Kerdi Band to various building elements, Kerdi Fix has a lot of uses. This single component, made out of a saline modified-polymer base, acts as a bonding and sealing compound. It’s elastic and bonds well to a wide range of materials, including plastic, glass, concrete, stone, metal, … Read more
RedGard is a liquid waterproofing membrane that’s becoming popular amongst DIY folk and professional contractors. The DIY enthusiasts, however, love using RedGard because it’s super easy to install. Also, RedGard is very popular at big box stores like Home Depot. This wide availability makes it a top choice for many people. Even though RedGard has … Read more
RedGard is undeniably one of the best liquid waterproofing membranes on the market. It is a rapidly drying elastomeric membrane that creates a waterproof surface while preventing cracks on tiles. RedGard is so powerful that it can be used on both interior and exterior floors. However, there are many alternatives to RedGard that are worth … Read more