Mapelastic AquaDefense Waterproofing Membrane – 5 Gallon
Mapei’s Mapelastic Aquadefense is a pre-mixed liquid-rubber waterproofing and crack-isolation membrane that can be easily applied before installing tile or stone in residential and commercial applications. This quick-drying membrane provides a thin, continuous barrier that protects adjacent areas from water damage.
Features
- Rapid drying: Install tile after 30 to 50 minutes of drying time
- Time-saving: Flood-test as shower-pan liner after 12 hours of drying time
- Apply with a roller or brush; it is easy to install over flat, curved, or irregular surfaces
- Approximate coverage – 300 sq. ft. (27.9 m2)
- Bonds to a wide range of surfaces; convenient, user-friendly, and versatile
- No odor; great for confined spaces
- Prevents in-plane floor cracks from transmitting through tile or stone
Where to Use
- Residential and commercial interior/exterior floors, walls, and ceilings
- Industrial interior floors and walls
- Tub and shower surrounds: bathrooms; kitchens; food prep, dishwashing, server, and cafeteria areas; countertops; and laundry rooms
- Residential and commercial submerged applications: freshwater pools, fountains, and water features (completely covered by ceramic tile)
- Cantilevered balconies and decks over unoccupied space (see the Limitations section)
- Balconies and decks over occupied space when used in conjunction with a primary waterproofing membrane
- Steam rooms and steam showers (refer to TCNA handbook sections SR613 and SR614 or TTMAC 319SR and 321SR)
- Meets ASTM E-96 Procedure E for a low perm waterproof membrane
- In-plane crack isolation up to 1/8″ (3 mm) over nonstructural cracks
