Published: By Stephen Armfield
Sikalastic®-800HA is a two component, polyurea-based waterproofing membrane which is solvent free, highly elastic and virtually odourless. Used on protected podium decks, the product is self-levelling and it doesn’t require … Read article
Published: By Alex Burman
Buildings are most vulnerable to leakage at the joint. The purpose of joint sealing is to create a secure barrier to protect against water ingress, an ever-present and potentially damaging threat on any areas … Read article
Published: By Ismail Hussein
With a strong background in civil and structural engineering as well as experience in temporary works, steel and concrete design, Ismail Hussein, Sika’s Waterproofing Render Manager for London, tells us … Read article
Published: By Admin
A liquid-applied material for Type A (barrier) construction, Sikalastic® 8800 is a rapid-curing polyurea membrane that provides very high concrete protection. Sikalastic® 8800 is a BBA-Certificated product suitable for below-ground … Read article
Published: By Billy Shinners
A Type C (drainage) system is a water management system in which a cavity drain is utilised to control water once it has penetrated the structure of a building. This … Read article
Published: By Steve Beckett
Why Sikaplan sheet membrane is the trusted choice for tunnel waterproofing Sika’s sheet and liquid membranes are used globally to waterproof road, rail, metro and water/sewer tunnels. With an impeccable … Read article
Published: By Alex Burman
What is Radon? Once dubbed as the ‘invisible gas that’s a bigger killer than carbon monoxide’ which causes 1,100 deaths a year in the UK*, Radon is a colourless, odourless … Read article
Published: By Admin
Sika are delighted to announce that our Sikalastic® 8800 Liquid Applied Waterproofing System has received a British Board of Agrément (BBA) certificate following a comprehensive product testing programme. The certification … Read article
Published: By Andrew Bourne
This particular blog was one of the last pieces of work that Andy did before he sadly passed away recently. Andy was an extremely knowledgeable member of the Sika team … Read article
Published: By Stuart Benham
The waterproofing of existing below ground structures, particularly ageing ones, needs as much careful planning as a new-build project in terms of materials and process. System options, however, tend to … Read article