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The Durability Factor With Cold-Applied Versus Hot-Applied Liquid Waterproofing

After looking at the durability factors in waterproofing, here are the differences between cold- and hot-applied waterproofing, concluding which liquid waterproofing type is recommended based on those all-important durability factors.
By Greg Austin
May 13, 2021
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by Greg Austin
Greg Austin is the global product director, specialty building materials, for GCP Applied Technologies. He has a background in consulting and almost a decade of experience in waterproofing system development and construction materials.

GCP’s cold-applied waterproofing membrane, SILCOR® liquid waterproofing, is a system for podium decks, green roofs and terraces. It offers flexibility through spray as well as squeegee application and is foot-trafficable in two hours or less, depending on the product selected.

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