Easiest Way to Waterproof a Terrace

Imagine a balcony made of glass that looks as solid as concrete from the outside. How much weight can this balcony support? What load will it carry?

Yet the balcony at Chicago's Skyscraper, made of 5 cm-thick glass with a load-bearing capacity of 5 tons, despite being considered "solid," makes people shudder not just at the thought of walking on it, but even when looking at its photograph. Combining transparency with structural integrity and bringing it to life is indeed far from easy. Would we be wrong to say that being both transparent and structurally sound is such a powerful quality? Fixa Yapı Kimyasalları combines the power and convenience of transparency with next-generation architectural philosophy, transforming time, costs and labor into the most efficient creativity through its innovative products—among them the "Hybrid Polymer-Based Transparent Coating and Waterproofing Material Aquamer HB Invisible"—which has been presented to industry professionals and users for 2 years. Aquamer HB Invisible is a high-technology transparent coating and waterproofing material produced using silane-terminated hybrid polymer technology, single-component, self-leveling liquid, ready to use. It is environmentally friendly and does not contain solvents or isocyanates, which is an important criterion in material selection.

Aquamer HB Invisible can be used in both interior and exterior spaces, on balconies and terraces with light pedestrian traffic, covered with glazed tiles, ceramics, natural stone, marble and tiles—the advantage of providing water insulation without changing the existing appearance is an effective solution that eliminates the "burden of renovation." Aquamer HB Invisible is resistant to wear caused by light pedestrian traffic in areas such as terraces and balconies. It provides the opportunity to perform water insulation without damaging the existing coating and, due to its transparency, without changing the appearance of the underlying surface. It is decorative.

Aquamer HB Invisible is used as a protective coating and waterproofing material on parquet, wooden doors and window frames—both decorative and solution-oriented. It is also applied over mosaic, mosaic tiles, glass, glass brick, and metals such as iron, steel and aluminum. It has medium flexibility. After curing, in cracks resulting from building movement, it continues to adhere, cover and protect without compromising its technical properties. It has recovery properties. It is highly resistant to dilute acids and alkalis, salt, detergent, seawater and oils, humidity and weather conditions. It maintains its first-day properties for years. It has 100% elastomeric polymer structure and does not suffer volume loss. It is virtually odorless. It is easy and fast to apply with a brush or roller. It does not create joints. After curing, it retains its elasticity even at low temperatures. It can be applied directly over reinforced concrete surfaces, plasters and screeds, and is also effective in closing cracks up to 2 mm. Aquamer HB Invisible is a solution-oriented, detail-solving material for CTP, PVC and polycarbonate roof coatings, water insulation problems in wet areas such as bathrooms and kitchens. The importance of quality material selection in decoration, construction and renovation work is great. Under today's free market conditions, it is possible to procure all types and qualities of materials. The short life of poor-quality materials and cheap labor makes waterproofing applications expensive; Aquamer HB Invisible is offered to consumers to provide effortless and long-term solutions.

As with all waterproofing applications, proper surface preparation is a prerequisite for waterproofing success. Before Aquamer HB Invisible application, the surface must be cleaned of dust, oil, tar, bitumen, paint, silicone, curing materials, detergents and mold release agents that prevent adhesion.

If the surface to be applied is concrete, weak areas must be repaired, poorly adhered plasters must be removed, the surface must be made smooth and solid, and static and dynamic cracks in the building must be repaired. Water ingress holes must be sealed using appropriate materials. If the surface is excessively rough, highly absorbent or wet, it should be primed with Polymera MS-A Primer. On surfaces where suitable conditions have been provided for waterproofing, Aquamer HB Invisible application is carried out quickly and easily. Aquamer HB Invisible is ready to use. No external substances are added or diluted. The material is poured directly onto the surface and applied to the surface with a brush or roller in at least two perpendicular coats. After the first coat application, a wait of 6–18 hours at +20°C is required. The application area is ready for use in 24–48 hours; final curing takes place after 7 days. The surface where Aquamer HB Invisible application is completed must be protected from water, rain, dew, frost and snow until fully dry. Supplied to consumers in 1 kg tin cans and as a single 5 kg aluminum foil package inside a 5 kg plastic bucket, Aquamer HB Invisible provides practical waterproofing solutions in buildings. As Fixa Yapı Kimyasalları, we will continue to work with the identity of a company that dominates the market and develops new products with Aquamer HB Invisible, which contains many superior properties. Semagül Köprülü / Architect / Technical Product Manager FİXA Yapı Kimyasalları