Waterproofing roll for floor: types of materials, laying

Waterproofing of the floor in the basement and industrial premises, in garages and city apartments is made using a variety of materials. It can be, for example, bituminous mastic, special moisture-proof mixtures, dyes, etc. But more often for this purpose it is applied all the same waterproofing roll. For the floor, or rather for its protection from moisture, such materials are just perfect.

Benefits of application

The popularity of roll materials from owners of houses and apartments earned first of all for the ease of installation. To produce a high-quality waterproof floor covering with their use it is possible and with their own hands. Another advantage of waterproofing of this type is low cost. At the same time, despite the fact that such materials belong to the budget group, they protect the floors very effectively. A long service life is also something for which the roll waterproofing sheets received good reviews from the owners of apartments and houses.

Varieties of material

The waterproofing of the roll for the floor is classified mainly by the method of fastening to the surfaces. In this regard, the materials are distinguished:

1. Sticky. This kind of waterproofing is fixed to the floor surface usually using bitumen mastic or special adhesive compounds.
2. Weldable. This type of roll materials is fixed on the surfaces with a gas burner. On the reverse surface of the waterproofing of this group, at the production stage, a thin bituminous layer is applied.
3. Fixing mechanically. Such materials are fixed on surfaces with the help of nails or staples.

Distinguish rolled waterproofing can and by type used for the manufacture of materials. The cheapest varieties are made on the basis of conventional cardboard. This is how, for example, a well-known budgetary roofing felt is manufactured. In more expensive materials, the basis can be glass fiber, fiberglass or polyester.

Production of the company "Technonikol"

There are several brands of roll-up waterproofing in the domestic market. But most often floors and other surfaces are protected from moisture using materials manufactured by Technonikol. The waterproofing of this brand is remarkable for its remarkable performance characteristics. For the finishing of floors, two types of materials of this manufacturer are suitable - the glued "Technoelast Prime" and the surfaced "Technoelast Thermo". Also on sale is a special self-adhesive membrane of this brand, intended for indoor use.

Not bad quality at not too high cost - this is what differs "Technonikol", waterproofing roll. The price for a self-adhesive membrane of this manufacturer, for example, is only about 1300-1500 rubles. (10 / 0.75 m). The materials of this particular manufacturer are considered a good alternative to a less durable and durable budgetary roofing felt. The guaranteed service life is 25-30 years.

Glassisol

This kind of roll materials, as well as roofing material, is very often used to protect floors from moisture. A waterproofing roll is made for floor, foundation, roofing, etc. of this type on the basis of fiberglass or on a mixed one. As an impregnation, bitumen is used. The merits of glass is primarily incombustibility and durability. If it is properly laid, it can serve up to 15 years.

Materials for floor waterproofing: bicrost

It is also very popular in the domestic market variety of waterproofing, excellent for protection against moisture, including sex. It is possible to produce a bicrot both on glass-cloth and on polyester basis. Its merits, among other things, include the ability not to lose its properties at an air temperature of -15 to +80 ° C. Polymer additives in the manufacture of this type of roll waterproofing are not used. Therefore, the adhesive is not too good adhesive qualities. However, it costs less than glass and even waterproofing of the brand "Technonikol".

Polyethylene film

This type of waterproofing is also often used to protect the floor from moisture. Best for this purpose is suitable technical polyethylene film. The thickness of it is slightly larger than that of the usual, and consequently, it is somewhat stronger. On transparency, such material is inferior to greenhouse, but in this case it does not matter, of course, does not play. It is worth a polyethylene technical film is cheaper than usual. Especially suitable is a roll of waterproofing for the wooden floor. Over it is usually arranged not too thick concrete screed or packed plywood.

What is the purpose of waterproofing floors in urban apartments?

Most often, the floors protect against moisture, of course, on the ground floors of private houses. Indeed, in this case there is a very real threat of penetration of groundwater into the room. But sometimes the floors are waterproofed in urban apartments. In this case, this procedure is carried out mainly in order to completely eliminate the possibility of flooding neighbors from the bottom. Also, the roll material for floor waterproofing in the apartment is usually laid before laying such expensive coatings as parquet and a massive board. In this case, the main purpose of the operation is to protect the floor covering from warm water vapor rising from the lower floor.

Preparatory activities

Floors in urban apartments in most cases consist of the following structural elements:

• Concrete floor slab;
• Paving stones;
• The floorboard.

In order to perform the best quality waterproofing of the floor in the apartment, it needs to be dismantled right up to the concrete base. In particular, this is true for residential buildings in old houses. The tree has a limited lifespan, and the condition of the floors in the apartments of such high-rise buildings usually leaves much to be desired. In any case, a new coupler on them should not be put.

The installation of the waterproofing must be carried out only on a carefully leveled concrete foundation. Also, the plate should be thoroughly vacuumed and wiped with a damp cloth. If the coating has a lot of defects, it is necessary to apply a special self-leveling mixture before laying the roll material.

How to make a waterproofing correctly?

In a city apartment to protect the floor from moisture, you can use any of the materials described above. But most often in this case membrane materials "Technonikol" are used. Simplicity in laying - this is what, among other things, differs this waterproofing roll. For a floor in a city apartment, it fits just perfectly. It is not recommended to use this material only for tiles and floor coverings based on cardboard.

It is best to mount the membrane film across the room. First, it is desirable to cut the material. The cut strips need to be rolled up. To install from the membrane, simply remove the lower protective layer. Spread the self-adhesive stripes on the floor in the direction from the center to the edges. They should be stacked with an overlap of about 30 cm. This will provide reliable protection.

Thus, very good for a city apartment is suitable "Tehnonikol", waterproofing roll. The price for it is not high, but the quality is excellent. But you can, of course, save even more and buy an ordinary roofing material for the floor in the apartment. It is best to glue it on a concrete slab with the help of a special compound. Bitumen in an apartment to heat, certainly, it is not necessary.

Surfaced waterproofing for floors in urban dwellings is rarely used. Closing floors with the use of such material is only if you have the skills to work with a gas burner. Otherwise, the production of such an operation in a city apartment can become an enterprise simply very dangerous. In any case, an unpleasant smell with this method of styling will necessarily spread throughout the entrance, which can cause discontent among neighbors.

Sometimes for a waterproofing of floors in city apartments the usual roofing material is used. This material is attached to concrete using special adhesives. When laying the floor using any of the above waterproofing devices, you should definitely make allowances on the walls.

Features of the work in the bathroom

Rolled waterproofing for the bathroom floor is laid down by a simpler technology. After all, to dismantle in such a room is usually nothing. Floors in the bathrooms of city apartments are often made of concrete. Therefore, the preparatory work in this case will be, most likely, only in their alignment. All the cracks and chips in the concrete cover must be sealed with a cement-sand mortar. Proceed to the waterproofing of the floor can be approximately two weeks after this procedure. The gluing of the roll material in this case is carried out in the same order as in ordinary rooms. Concrete for better adhesion can be primed with deep penetration.

If the bathroom is supposed to later tile, to protect the floor from moisture, it is best to use a roll material based on fiberglass or fiberglass. Since this variant of waterproofing is characterized by increased strength, it can be leveled with a hard roller.

How are the works in the basement carried out?

Technologies of waterproofing the floor on the ground floor are similar to the methods of laying roll materials in the bathroom. The only difference is that in this case, usually several layers of material are used. After all, protection in the basement of the house must be as reliable as possible. Otherwise, ground moisture will inevitably penetrate the ground floor.

Beforehand, clay is poured onto the floor in the basement, and then a layer of sand. Then the concrete screed is poured. The thickness of it should be 8-10 cm. To begin waterproofing the floor it is possible only after the concrete has gained sufficient strength. That is not earlier than two weeks after pouring the screed.

Waterproofing with roll materials of the floor in the basement is usually done with a gas burner. Lay strips of welded material with an overlap of 20 cm. Also, the waterproofing must go 20 cm to the walls of the basement. Place the welded material in two layers. You can close the floor on the ground floor and a common roofing material. But in this case it is better to put three layers of waterproofing. The joints of the ruberoid strips in the basement are sealed with a gas burner.