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Protect Your Property with Durable Waterproof Coating
Protect Your Property with Durable Waterproof Coating
Water is an essential source of life and prosperity and plays a vital role in maintaining our health, growing our food or in managing the various aspects of life.For the construction industry, water is a vital component as it is required in the production process for many building materials such as concrete, steel and paint. However, water is also considered a major threat during construction projects. Water seepage and leakage – due to environmental conditions or internal piping systems – can lead to many arising issues ranging from wood warping, metal fabrication turning to rust, mould growth, bubbles forming under the paint and in worst cases buildings failures, all of which affect the structural integrity, as well as jeopardizing the safety and health of the building occupants.The phrase “prevention is better than cure” says it best; buildings – from private homes to commercial properties, both new and old – need to be protected against water ingress to avoid expensive and irreversible damages. Building owners, developers and architects are now paying closer attention when designing the project masterplan, going through every detail including fixtures and fittings with a fine-tooth comb to eliminate any possibility of water-related issues during and after construction. Even so, this could not guarantee long-lasting protection throughout the lifespan of the building.
Importance Of Waterproofing
When it comes to safeguarding a building against water ingress, there are two possible solutions – damp proofing and waterproofing. Damp proofing is a coating, usually asphalt-based, that is either sprayed on or hand applied to the outside of the wall to keep out soil moisture, whereas waterproofing is designed to specifically keep out both moisture and liquid water. While both are commonly used solutions, waterproofing is the preferred choice as it provides complete protection from unwanted breach of water in both interior and exterior areas of the building. There are three types of waterproofing materials including liquid applied, cementitious and sheet type waterproofing membranes. Amongst these, the most common and widely used solutions are the liquid applied and sheet type waterproofing membrane.
Some owners and contractors often seek a bargain when comparing waterproofing materials without fully understanding that different membranes can produce different results and may not be suitable for their site conditions. This eventually results in inadequate protection against water ingress, not to mention incurring further costs to hire contractors to assess for water leakage, and buying exorbitantly-priced building materials to repair any water damaged area. In recent years, expensive remedial work to correct failures in below-grade waterproofing systems has motivated owners and designers to seek high-performance and reliable waterproofing solutions. Riding on the current market trend and driven by technology and innovation, Malaysia’s No. 1 coating solutions provider Nippon Paint, has been developing new waterproofing solutions to enhance the durability of buildings, and homes - suitable for different types of surface from floors, walls, roof to ceilings, amongst others. Selecting quality, durable waterproofing solutions prevent breach of water and at the same time, protect the building’s structure by keeping interior and exterior areas dry and safe. It is important to ensure that the right waterproofing solution is applied for the specific surface to ensure an effective system for the building.
Nippon Paint’s waterproofing solutions are backed by industry market research and technology, having worked with its counterparts in China, further driving innovative solutions for various surfaces. Nippon Paint has contributed to various projects such as iconic landmarks across the globe including the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge, the Beijing-Shanghai high-speed train, the Shanghai Tower and the Three Gorges Dam.
Protect Your Building With Nippon Paint's Proven Solutions
NIPPON LM PUSIL
This solution provides excellent waterproofing performance with high resistance to both positive and negative water pressure. Non-hazardous, solvent-free and isocynate-free with extremely low volatile organic compounds (VOC), Nippon LM PUSIL reacts fast with the moisture in the atmosphere to form an elastomeric seamless waterproof membrane, with a 1-hour early rain resistant performance. Ideal for unpredictable Malaysian thunderstorms and frequent monsoon seasons, Nippon LM PUSIL can be applied on various substrates and under conditions such as cold days and on damp surfaces.
Suitable Applications:
RC flat roofs (new and old)
Metal roof
Roof terraces
Balconies and walkways
Cool roofs
Podium decks and pool
Fountains and water features decks
Exterior walls
Interior walls
Advantages:
Excellent waterproofing performance with high resistance to both positive and negative water pressure
Wet-on-wet application, fast through cure and save time
Excellent workability – independent of environment conditions
Resistant to standing water
Excellent adhesion on most substrates
High solar reflectivity index
Excellent elasticity and tensile strength
Excellent weathering and UV stable
Low VOC and odourless
Non-shrinkage
100% reactive and high build
NIPPON LM POLYUREA SA-7102/SA-7103
This solution is one that provides rapid results, with 100% solids, elastomeric, spray-applied pure polyurea system designed as a seamless and highly durable waterproofing and protective coating. Nippon LM Polyurea SA-7102/SA-7103 is also formulated to spray with plural spray machine, which prevents human application errors. Due to its high mechanical and durable characteristics, it is suitable for various heavy-duty applications.
Suitable Applications:
RC roof
Railways and viaducts
Power plant
Podium deck and driveway
Water theme park and pool
Sewage and waste water treatment plants
Tanks and pipe lining
Advantages:
100% solid, zero VOC, environmentally-friendly
Immediate thickness build-up and waterproofing in seconds, and fast return to foot traffic service in minutes (up to 30 minutes)
High elasticity
Excellent crack bridging for both static and dynamic cracks
Excellent chemicals (water, oils, alkali, diluted acids) resistance
Good corrosion resistance
Skid resistance
Easy and fast apply on complicated surface (>1000m2/day)
Seamless and water-tightness
Anti-root
Elastic sound absorption and noise reduction
The company’s solutions are based on advanced technology and use high-quality materials to ensure superior performance. It is an ideal choice for both residential and commercial buildings, helping to protect structures against the damaging effects of water damage. Nippon Paint’s waterproofing solutions are cost-effective, reliable, and easy to install, making them an excellent choice for any project.
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