WATERPROOFING SYSTEM BEFORE TILING
How to prevent water leakage from upstairs bathroom
Problem
There is a risk of water leakage
There is a risk of water leakage when the tiling substrates are always subjected to highly use of water.
Cracks in grouts
Cracks in grouts allow water to soak through into adhesive layer.
Other particular areas are cracks
Other particular areas such as water pipes, drainpipes, or any protruding pipes are also at the risk of leakage from the cracks.
The decoration materials could deteriorate
Water permeation from upstairs bathroom could deteriorate the decoration materials.
Water permeation from upstairs bathroom
Water permeation from upstairs bathroom could deteriorate the decoration materials.
Water ingress through gypsum or brick walls
Water ingress through gypsum or brick walls can cause a significant damage and highly cost for redecoration.
Water seeping through tiles
Water seeping through tiles can reduce bond strength of the adhesive and tiles will be dislodged.
