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What Kind of Properties are More Susceptible to Water Seepage Issues? 

Independent homes, bungalows and top floors of buildings are more susceptible to water seepage due to weather conditions and expansion/contraction of external surfaces.

Is the Treatment the Same for Apartments and Bungalows?

No. Besides a lot more external waterproofing, bungalows also need heatproofing to reduce surface temperature. Bungalows are also vulnerable to rise in groundwater level, which causes dampness in walls.

If you live in an apartment, you need to focus on protecting the top coat paint from surface dampness arising from areas like bathrooms/kitchens.

Which Parts of My House are More Likely to be Problem Areas?

Every corner that is prone to leakage/dampness—bathrooms, basement—as well as the parts that are exposed to rain—terrace, water tanks and vertical walls. For areas that are likely to develop cracks and gaps, measures can be taken to ensure that they don't arise by accounting for them during the construction phase itself.

What Should I be Aware of About Waterproofing at Various Stages of Construction?

Read as much as you can about the variety of products that are available to treat different problems that are unique to different areas of your house. For instance, terraces and exterior walls don’t just need waterproofing and heat proofing but also need to be treated with products that can bridge cracks. For example, in case of sunken slabs in bathrooms/walls adjacent to bathrooms, Asian Paints offers products such as DampBlock2K that can be added as a preventive coating against leakages.

Asian Paints also offers Vitalia Neo, an integral waterproofing compound, which is mixed with cement at the time of construction to provide a basic level of waterproofing and also strengthens concrete.
 

What if I Don’t Want to Go Through All these Hassles? Are there Any Quick Fixes?

Unfortunately, there are no quick fixes. If the surface is treated but the source of the leakage is not identified and sealed, the damages will be visible again in a couple of months.

Is there a Waterproofing Warranty Cover? What Will it Offer?

Yes. A warranty offers the assurance of product performance if applied as per the requisite guidelines.

The Big Question: How Much Does it Cost?

The costs vary as per nature of the issue or construction. It could range anywhere between Rs. 10/sq. ft. to Rs. 40/sq ft.

Where can I Find Competent Applicators?

Contact the experts at Asian Paints. They can identify and help solve the problem via expert application of specialised preventive and curative products. You could also avail of services like masonry, plumbing, tile fixing and tile grouting based on what you need.

Product Range

A comprehensive list of everything you need for waterproofing your home by Asian Paints SmartCare.

For Exteriors

• Damp Proof
  Damp Proof is a waterproofing and heatproofing treatment for new constructions which offers protection of up to seven bars hydrostatic pressure and reduces the surface temperature by five degrees. It is ideally suited for terraces, vertical walls, parapets and sun shades.
  
  
• Damp Sheath Exteriors
  An economical waterproofing solution, this can be used as an exterior waterproofing primer in place of an ordinary exterior primer and is meant for terraces and vertical walls.
  
  
• Textured Crack Filler
  This long-term cure for exterior plaster cracks can fill gaps of up to 10 mm in exterior surfaces.
  
  
• Epoxy TriBlock
  This is the ultimate waterproofing coating for water tanks and other cement-based water retaining structures.

For Interiors

• Damp Sheath Interior
  A specially-designed undercoat for interior vertical walls, this prevents surface dampness and protects the top coat of the paint from damp patches.
  
  
• Crack Seal
  This superior compound is meant to be used for cracks on interior surfaces up to 3mm and is available as a ready-to-apply paste.

For Bathrooms

• Damp Block 2K
  Meant for sunken areas such as bathrooms, toilets and balconies, this solution provides lasting protection against efflorescence
  
  
• Bathroom Waterproofing Membrane
  This is especially recommended for apartment bathrooms due to its long-lasting nature and is meant to be used on walls and floors.

During Construction

• Vitalia Neo
  This integral waterproofing compound is mixed with cement at the time of construction to provide a basic level of waterproofing and for strengthening the concrete.
  
  
• Repair Polymer
  This high performance binder is recommended as a strengthening and bonding agent for concrete and mortar during construction.

For Joints

• Akrylmax 
  This acrylic sealant for masonry joints is water and UV resistant and is apt for usage on joints around door frames, window frames and switchboards.
  
  
• UnyverSeal
  This durable and odourless sealant is used for glass, sanitary, wood and metal joints and can withstand joint movement of 25%.