WATERPROOFING AND

DAMP PROOFING

ABEJO, ROSE WINSLETTE AND

AR161 Building Technology TOLENTINO, ANGELA CLARISE
CONTENTS
-Definition
-Properties
-Materials
-Principles
-Treatment
-Examples
 Waterproofing
Treatment of a surface or
structure to prevent the
passage of water under
hydrostatia pressure.

WATERPROOFING AND DAMP PROOFING

 Damp proofing
Refers to the measures
taken to prevent
dampness. Basically, it
involves a damp proof
course (DPC), damp
proof membrane (DPM),
and waterproofing. (Egwu, Onisosweiya)

WATERPROOFING AND DAMP PROOFING

 Difference of
Waterproofing and Damp
proofing

Dampproofing is intended to keep out

soil moisture while waterproofing keeps
out both moisture and liquid water.

WATERPROOFING AND DAMP PROOFING

 Difference of Dampness
and Leakage

Dampness Leakage
Dampness is the presence of Leakage is the dripping of water
moisture in the air or on the through the pores or voids.
surface or diffused through
solids.
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Detection
Stains on different surfaces of
and Signs of buildings
Dampness Visible water such as a film of
moisture or drops of water on a
surface

Removing any growth of mold or

efflorescence after an inspection
may keep tabs on its condition or
further development

WATERPROOFING AND DAMP PROOFING

 Condensation
Causes of Rain Penetration
Dampness Built-in Water
Pipe Leakage
Spillage
Seepage
Rising Dampness
Hygroscopic Salts
Insufficient Slope of
Roof
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 Effects of Harmful environment for health in the

Dampness occupants
Corrosion of metal used in construction
The wood used decays due to dampness
Electrical fittings deteriorate
The plaster begins to loosen
The infestation of mosquitoes in the house
increases and quick spreading of termites
Floor finishings damaged

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 Prevention of
Careful consideration
Dampness in Planning and
Design Process
Inspection of the
Construction stage
Remedial Measure
and Treatment

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 Materials used in proofing

EPDM Rubber

Polyurethane

Cementitious Coating
Thermoplastic
 Materials used in proofing
PVC Waterproofing Membrane Bituminous Membrane

Rubberized Asphalt
 Materials used in proofing
Silicone Sealants Adhesives

Gaskets
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Mortar bed prepared to receive damp-proof course should be leveled.

The horizontal damp proofing course should cover the full width of wall
excluding rendering.
If sheets or mastic asphalt are used, the gap should not be less than
10mm at any point.
At joints and corners. damp proof course should be continuous.
Damp proofing course should not be kept exposed on the wall surface.
At vertical and horizontal junctions, damp proof courses should be
continuous and a cement mortar fillet of about 75mm should cover joints.

Principles of Damp
proofing
 WATERPROOFING TREATMENT
Treatment for Floors

If there is no damp soil, a layer of coarse

sand, 75-100mm thick is provided over the
entire area under the flooring. Then 1:4:8
concrete of 100mm thickness is laid. This
layer serves as DPC. The usual flooring is
provided over this, If soil is wet, a membrane
DPC is provided over the floor area, over
which - External wall Floor concrete a layer of
flat bricks DPC Flooring is laid. The usual
flooring is then provided.

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 WATERPROOFING TREATMENT
Treatment for Walls

The plinth level should preferably be 450mm

above ground level. DPC should be provided
over a concrete Ted of thickness 100-
200mm.the top of the parapet should be
provided with capping over the DPC. The wall
also needs DPC at the edge of the roof stab.

WATERPROOFING AND DAMP PROOFING

 METALLIC WATERPROOFING SYSTEM

Metallic materials contain a mixture of

sand and cement with finely graded iron
aggregate or filings. When mixed with
water to form a slurry for application, the
water acts as an agent permitting the
iron filings to oxidize.

WATERPROOFING AND DAMP PROOFING

Examples
Liquid-applied below-grade waterproofing:
Best practices for working with STPE
STPE-based liquid product
QUESTIONS
1. What is the difference between Dampness and
Leakage?
2. Which is the most preferred proofing when it is a
habitable space?
3. When applying a waterproofing treatment to a
wall, what is the required plinth level?
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