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The Time Factor With Cold-Applied Versus Hot-Applied Liquid Waterproofing
The total amount of time needed to complete the waterproofing system installation should be considered when exploring the various product options. Each waterproofing system option is different, especially when comparing cold-applied versus hot-applied waterproofing systems.
By Greg Austin
July 7, 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.
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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