No matter what the waterproofing need is, MAPEI has the system solution. Our quality product line includes sodium bentonite clay waterproofing, peel-and-stick fully adhered sheet waterproofing and cold-fluid-applied waterproofing. These options cover most waterproofing scenarios, including blindside and water table applications, and are designed to protect building foundations and plaza decks as well as balconies. Our low-VOC, low-odor formulations are readily applied in occupied spaces.

SYSTEM SOLUTIONS

MAPEI’s Waterproofing Systems products are designed to work together to provide system solutions for your project – from the CAD diagram to the specification to the waterproofing. MAPEI has the product innovations and the technical expertise to help turn your jobsite into a success.

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TECHNICAL EXPERTISE

Our cutting-edge products are developed to meet or exceed industry standards, are supported by MAPEI’s expert technical experience in waterproofing and are backed by our outstanding warranty program.

WARRANTY

Not only are MAPEI’s Waterproofing Systems products the most innovative in the industry, they carry the industry’s Best-Backed™ warranty program, which provides a variety of warranty options with simple, easy-to-understand requirements.

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Below-Grade Waterproofing (Positive Side)

Challenges: Prevent water intrusion into buildings following the construction of their foundation walls

Solution: Positive-side waterproofing, through the Mapethene waterproofing system, to prevent water intrusion

Application steps

Discover more about the elements of this solution by clicking on the product names.

1

Concrete

2

Solvent-based contact adhesive

Alternative products

Mapebond 710
Mapebond 720

3

Sealants and joint fillers

4

Self-adhering sheet waterproofing membranes

5

Prefabricated drainage composites

6

Prefabricated drainage composites

Mapedrain TD Drainage Composite

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Prefabricated drainage composites (end outlet)

Mapedrain TD Fittings

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