Maintenance & Refurbishment


Roofing & Cladding Feature


In many circumstances, residents will be in-situ when the refurbishment


works are undertaken, meaning minimal disruption is required. Cold applied liquid waterproofing often offers fast curing times to ensure renovations can be completed quickly, on time and within budget. Solvent-free, non-odour waterproofing solutions are also on offer – ideal in


circumstances where residents remain in-situ or live close-by. Large expanses of sheeting materials on a roof area are not practical in many


housing refurbishments, and could offer health and safety issues depending on the location of the site. High-rise housing apartments for example could be subject to high winds on the roof area, and access to the roof could be restricted or unsafe for operatives that might be carrying lots of materials. No hot works are required as part of cold-applied liquid waterproofing


systems, further reducing potential health and safety risks, and no wait time between applications of resin. And because liquid waterproofing is seamless,


once cured, the system forms an elastomeric waterproof membrane that cannot delaminate, is UV stable, and creates a sturdy bond directly to the substrate.


SUSTAINABLE REFURBISHMENT Many local councils and housing associations face a similar dilemma when undergoing housing refurbishment work – how to successfully renovate buildings of the past to provide homes for the future. Plans developed and products specified must offer a durable, long-term


solution, as well as address the immediate challenges onsite. There are many benefits of choosing a cold-applied liquid waterproofing


system for flat roof repairs, and with quality application, this can ensure a sustainable refurbishment to serve a community for many years to come.


Victoria Ramwell is UK marketing manager at Kemper System


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