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What is the benefit of using integral waterproofers in concrete?

April 26, 2017benefit concrete integral waterproofers

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What is the benefit of using integral waterproofers in concrete?

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Integral waterproofer is a polymeric powder which reacts with the alkalinity of concrete/mortar and forms a water-repellant compound throughout the mass of the concrete. Since it does not remain unreacted in the mass of the concrete the strength does not get reduced and the entire capillary structures can get hydrophobic showing significant decrease in permeability.