Penetron Penetration Waterproofing: Technology, Consumption and Feedback

Waterproofing Penetron is one of the most popular materials in the construction industry. Produced in the form of a dry mixture, which includes quartz sand, specialized albumit and chemical modifiers. The composition is used for waterproofing reinforced concrete and concrete surfaces of structures. Penetron increases the resistance of buildings to moisture, low temperatures, acids, alkalis, groundwater, sea and sewage.

Scope of waterproofing Penetron

The insulating material can both serve as an independent composition, and be applied in combination with other auxiliary mixtures from a similar series of products. The specific application depends on the type of construction.

Penetron waterproofing Penetron is used when there are cracks with a width of 0.4 mm on the surface being treated. If the size of the defects is more significant, then the Penecret composition is also used. Both mixtures eliminate cracks, joints and wide seams.

The advantage of Penetron is its radioactive purity and ecological compatibility. The waterproofing is completely safe for the environment and human health.

The composition is used for waterproofing monolithic and prefabricated structures of concrete and reinforced concrete. The surface treated with such a composition is better resistant to moisture, aggressive agents, its strength, frost resistance increases.

Advantages of the building mix

Waterproofing Penetron is currently considered one of the most effective methods of protecting concrete from moisture.

Among the advantages of the composition are the following facts:

• Penetrating waterproofing is not subjected to mechanical wear, since all insulation properties are acquired by concrete. The service life of the coating is equal to the service life of the structure to which it was applied.
• More technological way of use. For example, the waterproofing of the foundation "Penetron" can be carried out from any side - the penetrating properties of the solution will do their job without drying the very concrete.
• The dry construction mixture is able to cover cracks forming in the course of operation in concrete with a width of no more than 0.5 mm. When seeping into the pores of the base of water, crystals are built up, which expel moisture.
• "Penetron" does not change the physical properties of the concrete mixture - strength, mobility, setting time and others. The exception is water resistance.

Firm solutions "Penetron" help even in cases when similar mixtures can not cope.

The principle of the penetrating waterproofing

The liquid insulation solution is applied only to the wet concrete surface. Interacting with the base material, the mixture creates a high chemical potential while maintaining a lower potential of the internal structure of the concrete. The resulting osmotic pressure promotes penetration of Penetron deep into the material of the insulated structure.

The higher is its humidity, the faster and more efficient this process will be. Components of waterproofing are able to penetrate deep into concrete structures by several tens of centimeters.

Unique properties of Penetron

Mixtures of penetrating action have certain characteristics that greatly simplify their use and increase efficiency.

• Such solutions are applied to both wet and dry surfaces. Preliminary drying of the substrate is not required, which allows you to save money while performing work.
• Special preparation of the surface before application of Penetron is not required.
• Apply waterproofing to any brand of concrete. In addition, it reacts not only with it, but also with reinforcing components.
• Ecological cleanliness and safety of waterproofing allows using it for processing tanks with drinking water.

Surface preparation

Before applying to the concrete surface of the solution it is desirable to clean it of sand, dirt, dust, old paint and varnish and decorative coatings. To this end, you can use special equipment that supplies a high-pressure stream of water.

Cleaned from dirt and dust, concrete is washed with a weak solution of acid and left in this form for one hour. This is done to eliminate fat traces and accumulations.

It is worth remembering that the best effect from the waterproofing Penetron can be achieved if the entire structure of concrete is impregnated with a solution and applied to a wet surface.

Waterproofing Penetron: application technology

To the process of processing of concrete structures proceed after a complete cleaning of the surface from dirt and the preparation of the required amount of the mixture. Waterproofing Penetron is applied in two layers using a brush made of synthetic fibers or a special spray.

As already mentioned above, all works are carried out only with wet concrete. The first layer of waterproofing is applied immediately after the surface of the structure is wetted with water. Then wait some time for the composition to "grab", then re-wet the concrete and apply a second layer.

The main requirement is a uniform distribution of the composition over the surface of the structure, without gaps and gaps. On average, one square meter of area will have to spend about 0.8-1.1 kg of the mixture, but the presence of defects and surface irregularities can significantly increase the flow. Waterproofing "Penetron" is often used in conjunction with "Penecret" and other materials from a similar line, which allows to eliminate leaks, seams, joints and junctions of block structures.

Waterproofing Penetron: reviews and approximate cost

Before buying any building materials it is important to make sure of their quality. You can do this by reviewing the reviews of real consumers. Waterproofing materials of one line receive in the majority of positive responses, including dry mixes "Penetron". The price of these building materials, perhaps, is the only point that causes discontent.

If we compare the cost of laying a waterproofing type of waterproofing taking into account its operational life, then the cost of purchasing a dry mix will not be that great.

On average, for one package of waterproofing Penetron the price varies from 200 to 300 rubles.

Care for structures treated with waterproofing

For three days after application of the composition, the concrete surface must be protected from mechanical damage and impacts. The substrate should also not dry out - this can cause cracking and peeling. To avoid this, it can be sprayed onto the surface with water using a spray gun or covered with a polyethylene film.

In most cases, concrete structures are finished with decorative materials. When surface treatment with waterproofing "Penetron", subsequent finishing works can be done only after 28 days.