Enhance your structures with our waterproofing concrete additive
Our waterproofing concrete additive enhances the durability, longevity, and resilience of concrete structures while offering ease of use and cost-effectiveness. Its ability to prevent water damage, rust formation, and damage from thaw-freeze cycles makes it an essential solution for ensuring the integrity of construction projects.
We recommend Cementmix Waterproof. In this blog, we will explain it’s benefits and how to use it.
Why use a waterproofing concrete additive?
A waterproofing concrete additive is the most effective way to protect concrete from water penetration. Cementmix Waterproof replaces the mixing water and permanently waterproofs the entire concrete structure from the inside out. Unlike coatings, it cannot peel, crack or wear away.
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Benefits of waterproof additives
Using Cementmix Waterproof as a crystalline waterproofing admixture in concrete, Portland cement, grout, and similar materials offers a range of advantages that significantly enhance the service life of concrete structures while preventing water penetration. Let’s look at ten important benefits of Cementmix.
Waterproofing
Cementmix ensures that every part of the concrete, cement, grout, or mortar is waterproof, effectively sealing the pores against water intrusion. This waterproofing capability is crucial for protecting structures from moisture-related damage.
Maintains concrete permeability
Despite making the material hydrophobic, Cementmix maintains vapour permeability. This means that while water cannot penetrate the structure, moisture vapor can still escape, preventing issues like cracks from trapped moisture and condensation buildup.
Protection of reinforced steel
Cementmix provides permanent protection to the reinforced rebar against water infiltration. This is vital for preventing corrosion and rusting of the steel, which can compromise the structural integrity of the concrete treated over time.
Prevents thaw and freeze damage
By ensuring that water cannot penetrate the concrete and reach the rebar, Cementmix effectively prevents thaw, freeze damage and cracks. This feature is essential, especially in regions with fluctuating temperatures, where water ingress can lead to cracking and structural degradation due to freezing and thawing cycles.
Prevents rust formation
The hydrophobic properties of Cementmix prevent water seepage to the rebar, eliminating the conditions for rust formation. This ensures that the rebar remains intact and prevents expansion of the concrete due to rust-induced pressure.
Long-lasting protection
Once applied, Cementmix provides a permanent integral waterproofing solution, ensuring that the structure remains protected against water damage for its entire lifetime. This means that you do not have to do it again. That’s a very good service life.
Versatile application
Cementmix can be used in various applications, including concrete, masonry cement, grout, leveling cement, screed, flooring, terraces, basements, tunnels, parking garages, pools, pavements, sidewalks and more. Its versatility makes it compatible with other products and suitable for a wide range of construction projects.
Ease of use
Cementmix is simple to use, as it replaces water in the mix. There’s no need for complicated procedures or adjustments to existing mixing ratios. It can be added directly to the bucket or mixer, just like water, making it convenient for both DIY enthusiasts and construction professionals.
Cost-effective
Cementmix offers a non toxic economical option for waterproofing, as it replaces water in the mixing process without the need for additional waterproofing membranes or surface coatings.
Accelerates drying time
Cementmix not only waterproofs the material but also accelerates the drying time of concrete, cement, or mortar. This can be advantageous in construction projects where time is of the essence.
Types of additives
Looking for other types of waterproofing admixtures? We have a lot more to offer, such as permeability reducing admixtures for all kinds of materials. All of these seal the deal.
- Woodcon Sealer: Makes all sorts of wood waterproof and water-repellent.
- Oppercon Sealer: Makes all stony and concrete surfaces waterproof and water-repellent.
- Permacon Waterproofing: makes concrete permanently waterproof.
For every surface, we have a proper additive to seal pores and joints, even under high hydrostatic pressure. Therefore, we are the only manufacturer you need. For hydrophobic concrete and crystalline waterproofing, Cementmix Waterproof is the way to go. It’s the best way for keeping water out.
Application of waterproof additives
Using waterproof additives like Cementmix for various projects, such as building walls or floors, follows a straightforward process. It’s one method with six simple steps for amazing coatings.
Step 1: Prepare for your project
Begin by preparing the concrete trial mixes according to the project requirements. This typically involves measuring the appropriate amounts of cement, aggregates, and other additives for the fresh concrete.
Step 2: Add the waterproof additive
Instead of using water in the mixing process, replace it entirely with Cementmix. The amount of this integral waterproofing admixture required is equivalent to the volume of water required for the mixture. For example, if you would typically use 5 liters of water, use 5 liters of Cementmix instead. It’s added directly to the mix and reacts with the cement particles.
Step 3: Make the concrete mix
Pour Cementmix directly into the batching container or mixer along with the other dry ingredients. Mix thoroughly until the desired consistency is achieved. The process of mixing remains the same as when using water. This makes it easy to get waterproof concrete.
Step 4: Apply the mix
Once the concrete mix is prepared, proceed with the application according to the specific project requirements. For building walls, pour or place the concrete mixture into the formwork, ensuring even distribution and proper compaction. For floors, spread the concrete evenly over the prepared surface and level as needed.
Step 5: Finish the surfaces
After the concrete is applied, finish the surface as desired. This may involve smoothing the surface with a trowel for walls or using a float for floors. If additional finishes, such as paint or coatings, are desired, ensure they are compatible with the hydrophobic admixtures of Cementmix.
Step 6: Cure the concrete structures
Allow the concrete to cure properly according to standard curing practices. This typically involves keeping the concrete moist and protected from rapid drying for a specified period to ensure optimal strength and durability. After that, it is resistant to hydrostatic pressure.
By following these steps and incorporating Cementmix into your installation, you enhance the life and durability of your concrete structures.
What can happen if you don’t use waterproof additives for your concrete
Concrete naturally contains millions of microscopic pores and capillaries. Although it appears solid, water can slowly penetrate these tiny passages over time. This often leads to moisture problems, frost damage, corrosion of reinforcing steel, and expensive structural repairs.
Traditional waterproof coatings only protect the surface. Once they become damaged, cracked, or worn, water can penetrate the concrete again.
Cementmix Waterproof works differently. Instead of applying a coating afterwards, it replaces the mixing water during the preparation of concrete, mortar, grout or screed. As a result, the waterproofing becomes an integral part of the entire concrete structure, providing permanent protection from within.
This makes Cementmix an excellent choice for:
- Basements
- Foundations
- Swimming pools
- Water tanks
- Retaining walls
- Concrete floors
- Parking garages
- Tunnels
- Marine structures
- Industrial concrete projects
Because the waterproofing is built into the concrete itself, there is no coating that can peel, crack or require regular maintenance.
Why choose Cementmix Waterproof?
Unlike many traditional waterproofing systems, Cementmix does not create a surface layer. It permanently replaces the mixing water and becomes part of the concrete during the mixing process.
Key advantages include:
- Permanent waterproofing throughout the entire concrete structure
- Protects reinforcing steel against corrosion
- Prevents frost damage and concrete deterioration
- Maintains the natural vapour permeability of concrete
- Suitable for new construction and renovation projects
- Easy to use without changing the normal mixing process
- Environmentally friendly because it replaces water
- Long-lasting protection with virtually no maintenance
Whether you are building a basement, swimming pool, retaining wall, foundation or water reservoir, Cementmix offers a durable waterproofing solution designed to last for decades.
Where can you use a waterproofing concrete additive?
A waterproofing concrete additive is suitable for almost every concrete construction where long-term protection against water is required.
Typical applications include:
- Basements
- Swimming pools
- Foundations
- Water tanks
- Retaining walls
- Concrete floors
- Balconies
- Tunnels
- Parking garages
- Marine structures
Cementmix Waterproof permanently protects concrete from the inside, making it an excellent solution for both residential and commercial proects.
Conclusion
If you are looking for a permanent waterproof concrete solution, Cementmix Waterproof offers a smarter alternative to membranes and surface coatings.
By replacing the mixing water, Cementmix provides waterproofing throughout the entire concrete structure, protecting it against moisture, frost damage and corrosion for many years to come.
Whether you are a professional contractor or a DIY enthusiast, Cementmix Waterproof makes creating permanently waterproof concrete simple, reliable and durable.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cementmix better than a waterproof coating?
Cementmix works differently from a traditional waterproof coating. Instead of protecting only the surface, Cementmix waterproofs the entire concrete structure from within by replacing the mixing water. This provides permanent protection that cannot peel, blister or wear away.
Can Cementmix be used for swimming pools?
Yes. Cementmix is ideal for concrete swimming pools because it waterproofs the concrete throughout its entire structure, helping prevent water penetration and protecting the reinforcement against corrosion.
Can I use Cementmix in mortar and screed?
Absolutely. Cementmix can be used in concrete, mortar, grout, screed and many other cement-based mixtures. Simply replace the required amount of mixing water with Cementmix.
How long does Cementmix last?
Cementmix becomes part of the concrete itself. Because it is integrated into the concrete structure, the waterproofing is designed to last for the lifetime of the concrete.
