ARDEX WPM 179
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Bituminous liquid waterproofing membrane.
Application
Suitable for use as a patching or repair membrane on:
- Below ground tanking, basements and retaining walls (not negative hydrostatic situations).
- Bridge decks and concrete structures.
- Planter boxes.
- Terraces and balconies (protected).
- Steel tanks and steel bridge decks.
- Sewage and containment ponds, dams and tanks.
- Underground structures and tunnel lining.
Description
ARDEX WPM 179 is a water-based, latex modified, bituminous elastomeric waterproofing membrane. When cured, it forms a permanently flexible waterproof lining to most building surfaces. Some of its features include:
- Water-based, single-component membrane.
- Excellent chemical resistance.
- Retains flexibility at low temperatures.
- Resists ponding water (once fully cured).
General information
Color | Black |
Material | Bituminous liquid membrane. |
Warranty description | Ten years. |
Uniclass | |
NATSPEC National Classification System | 0411 Waterproofing – External and Tanking |
SpecPack | 07130 Waterproofing and Tanking |
SpeedSpec | 07130 Waterproofing and Tanking |
Specification data - Bitumen emulsion waterproof coatings
Standard | To AS 4654.2:2009. |
Colour | Black. |
Form | Single-component. Manufacturer guidanceLiquid applied. |
Volatile organic compounds (VOC) content | 2 g/L. |
Primer | ARDEX WPM 179 is self-priming on most surfaces and a primer is therefore not necessary. |
Substrates | Concrete structures and concrete formwork. Cement or sand screeds and renders. Masonry and concrete blocks. Steel. |
Sustainability data
Contains Red List materials | Yes |
Country of product manufacture | Australia |
Literature
ARDEX WPM 179