Concrete is NOT Waterproof
Despite the numerous publications that suggest otherwise, concrete is NOT waterproof. Even when the newest technologies are used, the best that can be achieved is that water penetrates only a few millimeters into the concrete structure.
In this article, our expert Albert Berenguel explains:
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Why concrete, being a composite material, is not waterproof
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How the water tightness of concrete, is measured
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The importance of the thickness of the concrete element
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Quality measures for watertight concrete structures
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How the technology offers a toolbox to counter the limitations of concrete
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Why, even the best concrete will probably need a waterproofing membrane
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