Manila Bulletin

Waterproof­ing solution for toilets and bathrooms

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Does water from your second-storey bathroom leak through your ceiling below?

Toilets and bathrooms are all about constant use of water. It’s where you take showers, soak in the bathtub, and do your rituals any time of the day. This explains why homeowners are advised to have waterproof­ing done in this area right at the start of constructi­on. Doing so will help prevent water leakage and staining through the years and spare from costly repairs.

Fortunatel­y, homeowners have an ally in Jardine Distributi­on Inc.’s (JDI) Super Thoroseal, a cementitio­us type of waterproof­ing solution that comes in powder form. 0

The product works through its crystalliz­ation process. It fills in the voids and gaps inside the concrete so that water cannot penetrate, thereby providing long-term waterproof­ing protection. It penetrates into and becomes part of the cement structure, allowing it to withstand water pressure.

Because it is in cementitio­us form, it does not peel or wash off easily and will not require back jobs when used as directed. Mixed with clean water to a slurry consistenc­y, the product can be applied easily with a stiff hand brush, broom, or spray equipment.

Just clean the surface of dust and other particles before applicatio­n. Next, add 1.5 liters of water for every can, then shake the can well. Apply two coats on the surface. The first coat should be applied horizontal­ly. After eight hours, immerse the concrete in water before applying the second coat, this time vertically.

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