Waterproofing Details | Building Enclosure

Waterproofing Detail: Concrete Parapet & High-Wall Flashing

February 3, 2017

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Parapets, where roofs meet walls, can create problems in building design.

Detail: Termination at Foundation

October 3, 2016

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This detail is commonly used over below-grade concrete parking structures with stucco above.

Weep Screed Detail

May 6, 2016

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Details regarding weep screed at concrete foundations.

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Detail: Weep Screed Flashing

May 1, 2015

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Weep screeds are common and code required (IBC Section 2512) for cement plaster over framed walls.

Waterproofing Detail: Planters and Containers

April 23, 2012

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The recent trend is for application of living plants over the waterproofing system.

Waterproofing Detail: Perimeter Foundation Insulation

February 16, 2012

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Perimeter foundation insulation is required in colder climates to reduce the heat-loss from a slab-on-grade to the below grade foundation wall.

Waterproofing Detail: Outside Corner Reinforcement

January 25, 2012

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Securement of flashing at outside corners proves to be a difficult task. The adherence of the flashing material can be compromised due to the angle of the transition.

Waterproofing Detail: Expansion Joints

December 7, 2011

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Proper waterproofing at vertical and horizontal expansions joints is critical to the long-term success of a waterproofing application.

Details: Typical Tie-In Details

October 17, 2011

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One of the most critical details on remedial applications is the tie-in detail between the existing waterproofing application and the new waterproofing application.

Details: Cast-in-Place Penetrations

September 13, 2011

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Applications of flashing at cast-in-place penetrations (such as pipes or vents) are similar for both vertical and horizontal waterproofing applications.