November 1, 2007 Hycrete Technologies has developed a water based admixture that acts as waterproofing and corrosion protection when added to regular concrete. It does this by sealing the capillaries ...

The self-sealing method of concrete waterproofing has been proven effective through successful implementation in a wide range of structures and climates around the world. It is easy to overlook the ...

Although concrete’s reputation as a strong, durable material is certainly well-earned over many centuries, even the best-placed concrete remains vulnerable to the elements without proper protection.

Chem Concrete is a specialist collective in advanced concrete materials, combining academic research and field practice to develop new solutions in concrete durability, waterproofing, and ...

When he travels, David Rosenberg likes to take along chunks of concrete and an eyedropper full of water. He demonstrates to anyone who's interested how water from the dropper seeps into one piece of ...

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Driveways can be more than just practical. By adding a simple step to driveway maintenance, you can transform the plain concrete into an eye-catching feature.

Treating visible water without finding its actual source almost guarantees the problem returns — and worse. Interior waterproof paint and sealants can build up dangerous hydrostatic pressure when ...