WATERPROOFING COMPARISON TABLE

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MasterProtect® 180 MasterProtect® 300 (formerly known as Masterseal 300H) MasterSeal® HLM 5000 R MasterSeal 7000 CR Sikalastic®-590 Sikalastic®-632 R

MasterSeal P 770 is a two component primer based on

Liquid cold-applied waterproofing membrane system MasterSeal M 790 is a two-component crack-bridging membrane consisting of an
A non-toxic solvent free high build, protective epoxy resin High build, Crack-bridging, Elastomeric, protective and waterproof coating for Concrete Xolutec - Technology, providing high substrate penetration
MATERIAL TYPE (polyurethane based waterproofing inorganic polyurea composite that provides Economical liquid applied roof waterproofing with improved ponding water cap-ability(Polyurethane modified acrylic dispersion)) Single component,liquid applied, rapid cure, pure polyurethene waterproofing membrane
coating & Masonry (acrylic resin) and acting as bond promoter for the subsequent
membrane) high chemical and mechanical resistance.
MasterSeal systems, e.g. MasterSeal 7000 CR.

-For the internal protection of concrete tanks MasterSeal M 790 is used in waterproofing applications
containing drinking water, certain chemicals, oils where a high level of chemical resistance is required.
for external protection of concrete to prevent ingress of atmospheric corrosive gases,
and fuel. Contact your BASF representative for This includes:
wind driven rain, and water borne chlorides.
further advice. • Waste water treatment plants both in the inflow and
Applications include protection of:
outflow areas.
 Bridges, Flyovers, Aqueducts, viaducts Waterproofing exterior concrete & plywood
-As an impervious, resilient and chemically resistant • Sewage effluent pipelines. For waterproofing solutions in both new construction and refurbishment projects
 Residential & Commercial Buildings *Exterior Below Grade on Concrete and Masonry MasterSeal P 770 is used as primer on mineral substrates
floor or wall coating in food manufacturing plants, • Biogas plants. ▪ For roofs with many details and complex geometry when accessibility is limited Exposed or concealed waterproofing membrane on
 Multi storey car parks & podiums *Above Grade between two course of concrete or for MasterSeal systems. The primer coat will improve the
EXPOSURE(USUAGE) breweries, canning and bottling factories. As a gas • Secondary containment ▪ For cost efficient life cycle extension of failing roofs flat or pitched roofs both for new construction and refurbishment
 Chimneys, cooling towers and silos. masonry and cavity walls adhesion and prevent the appearance of pinholes or
and vapour barrier. MasterSeal M 790 can be applied to: ▪ For reflective coating to enhance energy efficiency by of old roofs.
 Jetties and berths. *Balconies, Planter boxes & Parking Garages bubbles in the subsequent hardened coating
Horizontal and vertical substrates reducing cooling costs
 Overhead water tanks. *For podiums and green roofs
-As a protective and decorative coating in Internal and external areas
 Industrial buildings and power plants.
laboratories, abattoirs, etc. Other usage areas Cementitious concrete mortar or steel
*MasterProtect 300 is not recommended for application in areas likely to be submerged
include oil refineries, paper mills, power stations, substrates
in water and on floors subjected to traffic.
garages, hospitals, sugar refineries, hangars and Reinforced concrete for protection against carbonation and chloride-induced corrosion as well as
most liquid containment areas. chemical attack in secondary containment bunds in the chemical and petrochemical industries

*For horizontal applications,10 m2 areas and evenly spreading

0.4 kg/m² per coat. (A minimum of two coats is required,
the contents of 22.5 Kg unit with a rubberedged notched Sikalastic®-590 is applied in three coats (1 coat is for primer coat & 2 coats are Sikalastic®-590 ). Prior to theapplication of a 2nd
depending on the condition and porosity of the substrate
0.45 Kg/m2/coat. Each pack of 25kg is sufficient for an area of 28 m2 to achieve the squeegee coat the indicated waiting time in the table Waiting Time / Overcoating shall be allowed.
APPLICATION RATE 0.3-0.6kg/m2/coat.Two coats are recommended. 0.25 – 0.4 kg/m². and requested film thickness. A two coat application with a
recommended final dry film thickness of 300μ. The primer coat is Sikalastic®-590 diluted 10 % water and consumption is ~0.3 kg/m2
total consumption of approximately 0.8 kg/m² will provide
*apply by trowel / roller at the 2nd coat application rate is not mentioned.
a dry film thickness of approx. 0.6 mm)
rate of 0.4m2/Kg

* MasterSeal HLM 5000 R SL (self-leveling) is

Prior the application of Sikalastic®-632 R the primingcoat if used must have cured tack-
formulated for application by squeegee or trowel Easy hand application by roller or trowel.It is
free. For the waitingtime / overcoating please refer to the PDS of therelevant primer.
coating can be applied using to horizontal areas. always recommended to complete the application in a
Apply MasterProtect 300 in one coat using airless spray to achieve a wet film thickness After mixing, MasterSeal P 770 is applied to the prepared Solvent resistant short-piled lamb skin roller,Thick hair brush Damageable areas (handrails, etc)have to be protected with tape or plastic
APPLICATION METHOD good quality rollers or short haired brushes or by minimum of two layers.Minimum waiting time before application of second coat is
of 650μ or in two coats each of 325μ WFT using roller or brush. substrate by brush or roller. and airless spray wrapping.Application can be done with a soft bristle brush, or with a solvent resistant,
airless spray. *MasterSeal HLM 5000 R RG (Roller Grade) is a 8 hours (overnight) at 20 ºC ambient and substrate
“non-shedding” synthetic nylon roller. Contact Sika Technical Service team for
versatile formulated version for spray application temperature.
application using airless spray.
and or rolled onto horizontal or vertical surfaces

5 kg Kits consisting of 1.5 kg Part A and 3.5 kg Part B

MasterSeal P 770 is available in 5 kg Kits consisting of
PACKAGING 5Kg units 25kg containers All grades are available in 22.5 Kg Pails. • 48.3 kg Kits consisting of 14.5 kg Part A and 33.8 kg 20 kg Plastic pails 21 kg pails
2.2 kg Part A and 2.8 kg Part B.
Part B

Initial cure 24 hours @ 25°C MasterProtect 300 is self-curing. Applied product Ready for Use
The curing time of the material is influenced by the ambient, material and substrate
temperatures.To fully cure, the material, substrate and
Appreciable properties develop within 24–48 hours at
application temperature should not fall below the
CURING TIME 24°C and 50% relative humidity. Protect MasterSeal Fully cured after at +20º C at 7days
minimum. It dries as an intense transparent film (within 5 hours @ 20° C). In case there are holes
HLM 5000 R from traffic during curing.
not covered by primer, please apply a second coat of primer.Wait for at least 5 hours (@ 20° C)
Final cure 7 days @ 25°C Full cure-7 Days before applying MasterSeal systems.

The substrate and uncured membrane temperature must be at least 3 °C

SUBSTRATE CURING
- - - - - above the dew point to reduce the risk of condensation or blooming on the
TIME
membrane finish

The substrate should be a smooth or semi-smooth
sound surface such as concrete or metal. It is
SUBSTRATE
most important to ensure that thorough surface
PREPARATION
preparation is undertaken prior to application of the
MasterProtect 180 coating.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
SUBSTRATE PREPARATION
All substrates (new and old) must be structurally sound,
Cementitious Substrate: Concrete / Cementitious Substrate
dry, free of laitance and loose particles and clean of oil
All substrates (new and old) must be structurally sound, dry, free of laitance and loose particles ▪ New concrete should be cured for at least 28 days and should have a Pull off strength ≥ 1.5 N/mm2. New concrete should be cured for at least 28 days and should have a pull
grease, rubber skid marks, paint stains and other adhesion
and clean of oil, grease, rubber skid marks, paint stains and other adhesion impairing ▪ Cementitious or mineral based substrates must be prepared mechanically using abrasive blast cleaning or scarifying equipment to off strength ≥ 1.0 N/mm² (supported by test on site). Inspect the concrete,
New masonry and concrete should be at least 14 days old before treatment and with impairing contaminants.
contaminants. remove cement laitance and to achieve an open textured surface. including upstands, all areas should be hammer tested. Concrete must be suitably finished
moisture level in substrate below 7% by volume. Concrete: The surface should be prepared by shot
For best results, all concrete deck surfaces should be lightly Concrete: The surface should be prepared by shot blasting, high-pressure water jetting or other ▪ Loose friable material and weak concrete must be completely removed and surface defects such as blowholes and voids must be by wood float or steel pan. The surface finish must be uniform and free from defects such
Correct substrate preparation is critical for optimum performance. The surface to be blasting, high-pressure water jetting or other suitable
steel troweled to a flat, uniform surface. A light broom finish is suitable fully exposed. as laitance, voids or honeycombing.
treated must be thoroughly cleaned. Remove all traces of formwork, release agent, mechanical method. After preparation, concrete and other
acceptable. New concrete must be properly water cured at least mechanical method. After preparation, concrete and other cementitious substrates must have a ▪ Repairs to the substrate, filling of joints, blowholes/voids and surface levelling must be car- ried out using appropriate products from Mortar joints must be sound and preferably flush pointed. Ensure all
grease, efflorescence, laitance, algae or other contaminant that may prevent proper cementitious substrates must have a minimum pull off
14 days. Membrane curing compounds must be mechanically minimum pull off strength of 1 N/mm².Very rough / irregular substrates on walls should be the Sika- floor®, SikaDur® and SikaGard® range of materials. ceramic tiles are sound and securely fastened (adhesion strength ≥ 1.0
adhesion. Remove organic materials by scraping, brushing or high pressure water strength of 1 N/mm².
removed'- levelled before application with a suitable fairing coat. On floors a suitable repair or levelling ▪ High spots must be removed by e.g. grinding. N/mm²), replacing obviously broken or missing sections.
cleaning. Spores must be treated with a suitable fungicide sterilizing agent and carefully Substrate temperature must be minimum +5 ºC and
solution should be used.The substrate should be visibly dry - there is no limit to residual ▪ Outgassing is a naturally occurring phenomenon ofconcrete that can produce pinholes in subsequently applied coatings. The Asphalt / Bituminous Sheet
rinsed. maximum +35 ºC.
humidity. Substrate temperature must be concrete must be carefully as-sessed for moisture content, air entrapment, and surface finish prior to any coating work. Installing the Volatiles and organics oils in the sheets can cause bleeding and slight nondetrimental
Iron / steel: Should be sand blasted to a SA 2½ finish prior
minimum +5 ºC and maximum +35 ºC. membrane either when the concrete temperature is falling or stable can reduce outgassing. It is generally beneficial, therefore, to staining. The asphalt must be carefully assessed for moisture and/or air entrapment, grade
to application of the product. No primer coat is needed for
apply the embedment coat and surface finish prior to any coating works being carried out.
application of MasterSeal M 790 on steel.
in the late afternoon or evening.
▪ Prime the substrate and always use a reinforced system.

Technical Sheet Link

MasterProtect® 180 MasterProtect® 300 MasterSeal® HLM 5000 R MasterSeal 7000 CR Sikalastic®-590 Sikalastic®-632 R
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WATERPROOFING COMPARISON TABLE

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MasterSeal® 726 SikaBit® W-15 Sika® Bituseal-1500 SA Smooth Top

WET-APPLIED, MODIFIED BITUMEN WATERPROOFING MEMBRANE.It

SELF-ADHESIVE BITUMINOUS WATERPROOFING SHEET
a self-adhesive polymer modified bituminous waterproofing sheet membrane, consists
MATERIAL TYPE MEMBRANE reinforcedwith a cross-laminated high strength HDPE film
laminated onto a tough HDPE film on one side and a silicone release film on the other. of a cross-laminated PE film and two modified bitumen
(Polymer-modified bituminous sheet)
layers covered with transparent release liners

can be used as a aterproofing membrane on:

designed for non-exposed waterproofing
▪ Vertical walls
recommended for waterproofing or damp-proofing for concrete protection. It may be application such as:
▪ Foundations and basements
EXPOSURE(USUAGE) used for horizontal and vertical application for tanking below ground structures, ▪ Foundations
▪ Retaining walls
subways and retaining walls ▪ Basement slabs and walls
▪ Terraces and balconies
▪ Podium slabs
▪ Roof under layments

One roll of Masterseal 726, after deducting forthe overlaps, covers an area of 18.7m x
0.98m. i.e. coverage is approximately 18.33 m2 per roll.
APPLICATION RATE - -
However, slightly higher consumption is possible while treating oddly shaped areas, or
where many joints are required

It is important to lay the membrane without creases. Peel back the release paper to a
length of about 30cm and stick the membrane onto the prepared substrate, starting
preferably from one end of the areas.Unwind the roll in a straight line, without creasing This method applies for waterproofing of walls and podium slabs.Prior to the installation First apply SikaProof® Membrane as a primer onto thesubstrate and allow to
by pulling the release paper carefully. of SikaBit® W-15 the concrete needs to be saturated by water (use water hose). Any dry. Only apply the primer where the Sika® Bituseal-1500 SA Smooth Top is
Using a rubber roller, simultaneously smooththe membrane from the centre outwards to protrusions need to be removed and the concrete surface needs to be cleaned.A bonding to beapplied. Begin applying the Sika® Bituseal-1500 SA Smooth Top when
theedges for optimum adhesion and to expel any slurry SikaBit®-1 (with approximate of 2–3kg/m2) is applied to the substrate. Then the the primer is tack free. Place the pieces of membrane on the surface to be
APPLICATION METHOD entrapped air. After one roll has been installed andsmoothed, lay the next roll with at SikaBit®W-15 membrane is unrolled and pressed into the fresh slurry after removal of waterproofed and ensure that laps of 50 mm on the side,and 50 mm at the
least 100mmoverlap at the ends and 50mm along the edges.Ensure total bonding at the the release liner.The long edges of the membrane are overlapped by min. 80 mm and ends, are maintained. Cut the membrane to desired shape if needed. Peel off
overlap by using the roller. firmly pressed together using a roller. The short edges of the membraneare overlapped the release film and place the membrane, ensuring that overlap requirements
At the corners, between the vertical and horizontal,maintain an overlap of at least inthe same way. The overlaps need to be staggered are kept. Press the membrane from the center towards the edges to expel
100mm. It is recommended that thehorizontal area is laid first, Apply at temperatures above +15 °C only entrapped air.
followed by the vertical, so that the vertical membrane laps over the horizontal one.
(Check Details Specs)

1.0 m x 20 m rolls on cardboard coil wrapped in woven plastic bag.

PACKAGING 1m width x 20m length 1 x 15 m/roll
50 kg/roll, 25 rolls/pallet

CURING TIME - - -

SUBSTRATE CURING
- - -
TIME

This method applies for waterproofing below foundations

The application temperature should be between
4ºC to 45ºC.The surfaces shall be cleaned thoroughly of all
SUBSTRATE contaminants like dust, traces of curing compound, oil and grease. All surface
PREPARATION imperfections, protrusions, structurally unsound
and friable concrete must be removed and repaired.Fill surface irregularities such as
blowholes, honeycombs etc.,
Concrete shall be at least 8 days old.Surfaces must be clean, dry, and free
and base slabs.
from all traces ofloose materials, old coatings, curing membranes,
Prior to the installation of SikaBit® W-15, a layer ofvery smooth and solid cement
releaseagents, laitance, oil, greases, etc.Structurally unsound layers and
concrete is required as a substrate. No standing water is allowed.
surface contaminantsmust be mechanically removed by abrasive blast
SikaBit® W-15 is then unrolled and aligned. The long edges of the membrane are
trackingor grinding. Substrates heavily impregnated with
overlapped by min. 80mm and firmly pressed together using a roller.The short edges of
oil must be cleaned by torching or suitable solventcleaning methods.
the membrane are overlapped inthe same way. The overlaps need to be staggered.After
For re-profiling defects on horizontal surfaces a suitable
removal of the release liner a 50 mm thick goodquality concrete (20 Mpa) is applied to
patching mortar is required. The patching mortar should be of cementitious
all horizontal
base.
areas

Technical Sheet Link MasterSeal® 726 SikaBit® W-15 Sika® Bituseal-1500 SA Smooth Top
(see Detail)