Hydrophobic coating with own hands

High humidity is the main enemy of most surfaces or structures. Humanity throughout the entire time of its existence constantly leads an invisible struggle with it. And it has long been proven that hydrophobic coating works best with it. For today there are plenty of them, and they honestly prove their right to use.

What is a hydrophobic coating

Hydrophobic coating is the effect of non-wetting the surface moisture on which it is applied: brick, concrete, glass, stone, gypsum and so on. Moreover, thanks to it, the treated surface is more resistant to corrosive processes or the effects of low temperatures on it. What is important for reinforced concrete or concrete elements of a structure.

Hydrophobic coating is a modern substance for the treatment of any surface. The main goal and task is to protect it, first of all, from the destructive effect of moisture. Available in the form of a spray or in a liquid state. Therefore, you do not need to have special skills or involve a specialist to use it. Hydrophobic coating with your own hands can be applied to any surface, strictly following the instructions for use.

Scope of hydrophobisers

Hydrophobic coating is used to process finished products in factories with open warehouses, to reduce water absorption, improve heat resistance or frost resistance. And also before transporting it from these warehouses. For anti-corrosion treatment of the car body or other parts made of metal. Also in order to preserve the paint and varnish car. To strengthen and protect concrete, stone and other structural elements from the impact on their surface of weather changes and temperature changes, as well as high humidity.

How the hydrophobic agent works

Each hydrophobic coating has an active filler, which, interacting with the surface, forms a special very thin layer - a film. It is it that prevents the penetration of moisture through itself, creating an anticorrosive barrier. This coating can process fabric elements, metal, glass, even in very unfavorable weather conditions, prolonging their service life. The range of new and modern hydrophobic substances includes:

• Compositions of wax;
• Coating with Teflon;
• Organic substances based on silicon;
• Corrosion with silicone inhibitors;

Having a unique structure and composition, the hydrophobic coating can penetrate deep into the pores of the surface, creating a thin invisible layer by crystallization.

Types of hydrophobic material

All products of the water repellent coating line are divided into four main types:

• Varnishes;
• Impregnation;
• Special paints;
• Stains.

Varnishes are used to treat and protect wooden surfaces from spoilage, decay and other destructive actions, are produced in unpainted form, that is, completely without color. Lays on the surface easily, the service life is quite large. Painted surfaces become attractive and shiny. The processing process takes place in two stages: surface preparation and the application of the material itself.

Impregnation. Used when building paths on terraces or erecting the walls of a building. The material is applied both at the time of the bookmarking and at the end of it. The use of impregnations is especially effective for porous surfaces, which, as a rule, get water, which subsequently leads to deterioration of both the appearance of the surface and its characteristic characteristics.

Stains. The basis of this product is linseed oil, which especially affects the quality of wooden surfaces and is perfectly absorbed by the latter. It is applied by roller, brush or spray method.

Special colors. Are applied for all kinds of wall surfaces. The product is easily applied to the material, odorless, waterproof and hygienic, vapor permeable and economical. The paint easily lays on a damp base. After drying, it becomes an excellent protective barrier against high humidity and its effects.

Hydrophobic and vehicle

Hydrophobic coatings for the car can be purchased in virtually any car dealer. Treated body for many years to protect it from corrosion or other contaminants, it perfectly protects the paintwork and prevents scratching on its surface. If you apply hydrophobic coating yourself with the method of polishing the metal parts of the main components of the car, this will extend the life of the car as a whole.

Now these products are sold in a variety of forms. Modern hydrophobic coatings for the car are non-toxic, indifferent. And most importantly - are able to completely protect the treated surface from damage due to high humidity. Hydrophobic coating for car windows has a unique water-repellent effect. And this is a safe ride in a downpour or heavy rain.

Waterproof concrete with additives

As you know, concrete is a material that has a high water absorption coefficient, so it is recommended to additionally and specially process it. Because the moisture that penetrates into its surface will not only lead to the shedding of the base, but also to damage its integrity. Often the hydrophobic coating for concrete applied to its surface is able to completely protect it from this incident. But in some cases this is not enough, and it is necessary to change the structure of the material in order to minimize the level of porosity, making it more durable.

Advantages of water repellents

The main and indisputable advantages of these substances are:

• Light work with materials, for example, concrete. In finished constructions they are almost invisible.
• In the process of crystallization a light film is formed, which is capable of passing air.
• Non-toxic and do not contain substances harmful to human health, do not pollute the environment.
• The processing of these facades by the facades of buildings prolongs their service life.

Remember that in order to achieve the desired effect from the hydrophobisers, it is necessary to properly and skillfully take into account the nuance: each of the surfaces that will be processed by them has its own special means. And for this it is better to use either the advice of a competent person or entrust this matter to an experienced specialist. With the right approach and the right choice, the surfaces and structural elements processed by it will last for many years.

Hydrophobic compounds in waterproofing walls

Since the beginning of the development of architecture and construction of structures, one of their main elements is the roof. A solid roof is a symbol of building protection. And we must admit that it is she who is most exposed to natural and temperature loads. Therefore, it requires additional attention and processing. If you apply a hydrophobic coating for a stone in the construction or in the finishing of certain parts of the country house with this material, the appearance of the material will always have its original appearance.

To this end, developers of water repellent coatings have created special additives. They are able to influence the density of the solution and plasticity. As a result, a concrete solution is obtained which is convenient for laying, and when dried it is a solid, durable, waterproof and low-temperature resistant product. In order to achieve such an effect when building with concrete, it is necessary to use either the additives presented below or separately:

• Colmatizing.
• Polymer.
• Plasticizing.

Comparative characteristics of water repellents

For the first time, hydrophobic agents appeared about 40 years ago. They were based on: silicone solution, which included polyhydroxyloxane, Na methyl siliconate and Na ethylsiliconate. These substances had negative qualitative properties: low in efficiency and fire hazardous. To date, they have completely disappeared from production. Modern means of this line are mostly made of polyorganosiloxane and its derivatives: polymethylhydride siloxanes, polymers from polymethylsiloxane, alkali metal alkyl silicates or other compositions based on the latter. These drugs are non-toxic, non-hazardous, not harmful to the environment and to the human body.

Surface and bulk hydrophobization

Surface hydrophobization is carried out by injection or by applying a substance with a brush, roller, spray. Volumetric hydrophobization is carried out by injection into specially drilled holes in the walls of the building or other surfaces. Drilling is done in a staggered manner under a slope deep down almost to the very end. Further, a hydrophobic material is introduced into these holes under a certain pressure. This method of surface treatment is considered more efficient than the first.

This is due to the fact that the denser the impregnation of the surface of the substance, the stronger is hydrophobic protection. Its properties such protection does not lose for 30 years with surface treatment, and if a volumetric treatment is used, then the whole life of the structure.