Waterproofing Building Wrap System Application
Is a specialised vapour permeable coating system for over-coating monolithic/plaster homes, concrete or block walls using our Blue Barrier products.
What is LBBW?
Liquid Barrier Building Wrap System is a total building envelope air and moisture protection wrap. Created over 10 years ago for the demand for a solution to the ‘leaky homes’ crisis. The system is
a cost-effective solution to go over the existing cladding e.g monolithic/ plaster/ stucco as a substitute to an expensive re-clad.
Why LBBW?
The idea of LBBW system is to create a protective security option for the owner/ investor/ insurance broker/ mortgage lender, to give them assurance that the building is protected.
There is a a large number of homes across New Zealand built between 1996-2004 that have design issues increasing the risk of water penetration for the home owner. New Zealand has one
of the harshest weather conditions and buildings left untreated these design issues can become highly problematic for home owner. Our system is to eliminate that risk.
The LBBW system has proven itself over 10 years with 100% success rate to date. With numerous applications to Residential Homes and Commercial Buildings.
The System
LBBW is broken down into 5 stages:
- Pre-Inspection – Thermal Imaging or Hydrometer – further investigation required if high moisture readings. See Procedure diagram in Technical Manual
- Clean & prep – Wash down exterior cladding, mask and cover window, doors and intrusions.
- Application of Blue Barrier products – Caulking around high risk joins, windows, doors and intrusions. Roll entire exterior of home with 2400.
- Link Coat Primer – etches into the Blue Barrier.
- Finish Coat – Two coats of Dulux Maxi-flex Weathershield – This is specified due to its elasticity which allows it to stretch with the Blue Barrier Products. Finish Coat should result in comparable texture to the original substrate finish.
The System is given a 10 Year Warranty, when installed by ABEP Ltd Approved Applicators.
Disclaimer: Blue Barrier Products have a 50 year durability. A 10 Year Warranty is given to the system due to the paint only having a 10 year warranty. It is required that every 10 years the building is inspected and recoated with another coat of specified paint, to protect the LBBW System. This will create a renewable 10 year warranty.
What is the Blue Barrier?
BEP Blue Barrier products was developed from utilising Silyl Terminated Polyether Technology (STPE), which gives it, its durability, and permeability. Blue Barrier has the ability to withstand the stress from thermal and moisture movements of building materials and the resistance to mould growth and abrasion.
Blue Barrier is separated into three forms for this waterproofing system :
- Liquid Flashing 2100 – which is used to bridge and create a waterproof membrane around doors and windows.
- Joint Filler 2200 – which is a structural adhesive sealant used to fill voids, cracks and seams.
- Flash’N Wrap RG2400 – which is the roller grade, fully adhered waterproofing liquid membrane. Applications can happen during wet conditions as the liquid wrap still bonds and cures.
Rigid Air Barrier Cladding Building Wrap System Application (Appraisal Certified)
Certified liquid wrap system applied over solid masonry or a sheet substrate, ply or fibre-content, or Magnum Board for the construction of wind and moisture resistant substrates or rigid underlays behind cavity-based claddings.
What Is LARAB?
Why LARAB?
The LARAB system acts a as a secondary barrier to water intrusion if the exterior cladding fails. Is the alternative to using building paper.
The Superior elongation features of BEP Blue Barrier makes it ideally suited for applications where the final wall coverings are nailed to the cladding substrates. This elongation ensures that the installed Blue Barrier membrane forms a tight ‘ Rubber like’ seal around nails and screws that penetrate the membrane.
What is the Blue Barrier?
BEP Blue Barrier products was developed from utilising Silyl Terminated Polyether Technology (STPE), which gives it, its durability, and permeability. Blue Barrier has the ability to withstand the stress from thermal and moisture movements of building materials and the resistance to mould growth and abrasion.
Blue Barrier is separated into three forms for this waterproofing system :
- Liquid Flashing 2100 – which is used to bridge and create a waterproof membrane around doors and windows.
- Joint Filler 2200 – which is a structural adhesive sealant used to fill voids, cracks and seams.
- Flash’N Wrap RG2400 – which is the roller grade, fully adhered waterproofing liquid membrane. Applications can happen during wet conditions as the liquid wrap still bonds and cures.
Liquid Flashing and Joint Filler Applications
Liquid Flashing is an all-purpose, liquid-applied flashing used in construction applications to bridge dissimilar materials and to create weather-resistant, fully adhered pan membranes in window and door installations.
Joint Filler is a structural adhesive and detail sealant used to fill voids and seams and to bond dissimilar materials.
Approved Liquid Flashing and Joint Filler Applications:
- Window and Door Installations.
- Mechanical Penetrations.
- Flashing Details.
- Voids in Multiple Substrates.
Deck rejuvenation
Eco Seal 100 is the ultimate product to waterproof deck areas and prevent leaks. Its unique properties create a durable seamless membrane to combat any leaky deck issues. Scrim must be used where reinforcement of joints is required.
Ponding water is common with a lot of older existing decks. Eco Seal 100 can be built up to remove most low points or it is happy to take pounding water indefinitely.
Non-slip Decking
ABEP’s non-slip Eco Seal 100 coating is highly effective for residential and commercial decking,
roof areas that require access, and all aspects of safety requirements including steps and
walkways. Our textured non-skid coating can be used indoor or outdoor to increase the grip on
the surface.
Roof Membrane Rejuvenation
Waterproof roofing membranes need to have high UV protection to handle harsh environments.
Our liquid membrane waterproofing system delivers ‘like new’ roofing protection for your buildings.
Pitched and flat roofs can be waterproofed with our Eco Seal 100 membrane coating system. Extra protection and strength can be achieved with Eco Seal 100 then ABEP reinforcing scrim and another top layer applied of the membrane. This is ideal for transitioning joints and where the existing substrate has either serious rust or requires strengthening. Eco Seal 100 is the best performing liquid membrane our contractors have used in the industry.
Roof Coating
Eco Seal 100 liquid membrane system can be applied over any old coatings such as rubber sheet, bitumen, fibreglass, fibre glass, metal, and more. We also work with architects and builders to ensure roof and deck areas on new builds are completely waterproof.
Internal Gutters
When an old gutter is slumped it holds water and inevitably fails. Eco Seal 100 can be applied
over traditional membranes to restore failing gutters so that they can take ponding water without
deteriorating. There is no major construction or costly removal required. This process is a cost-effective and non-evasive solution.
Glow-in-the-dark Coatings
Our Eco Glow product contains a high performance, long lasting photo-luminescent pigment in
two vivid colour options. The high luminescence value and rapid recharge provides visibility in all
levels of light including blackout.
Not only is Eco Glow tough, it also offers UV stability and a high degree of protection from water
ingress.
Common uses of Eco Glow 100
- Transport – roading, residential driveways, commercial sites, bridge markers, tunnels, helicopter pads
- Pedestrian egress – walkways, steps, rooftops, railings
- Compliance – construction, emergency escape routes, hospitals
- Marine – piles, wharves, jetties, bollards
- Farming – entrance gates, animal control
- Plus many more custom uses
Moss and Mould Killer and Cleaning & Degreasing Applications
ABEP manufacture and supply our own highly effective bio-degradable, citrus water-based cleaning and degreasing concentrate called Muck Off. Results are much more rapid than chemical-based products.
Common uses for Muck off:
- Killing moss and mould and lichen off roofs, decks, roads and pathways
- Removal of oil stains on concrete floors
- Degreasing engines
- General floor cleaning in industrial application
Clear Coating Applications
Eco Clear is a durable seamless poly aspartic membrane that can be used for many building protection applications such as:
- protection to woodwork
- sealing of decking systems
- Clear coat waterproofing abilities
Applications for Use
The ABEP range of products provides suitable waterproofing solutions for a range of applications. This includes roofs and decks, plus we have full building solutions. In addition, we have products in our range that are suitable for underwater applications, including drinking water storage tanks. Find out more today by browsing the applications our products are commonly used in. If you would like to speak to a member of our team, please call us on +64 27 2358 351.