Mapelastic Smart waterproofing is a flexible cementitious waterproofing system used to protect concrete, balconies, decks, terraces, wet areas, swimming pools and other surfaces from water ingress.
Elephant NZ applies Mapelastic Smart systems across Auckland and New Zealand for residential, commercial and remedial waterproofing projects. This system is useful where a liquid-applied waterproofing membrane is required before tiles, coatings or other finishes are installed.
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Mapelastic Smart is used where a flexible waterproofing membrane is needed over concrete, render, screeds, marine-grade plywood and other suitable substrates. Because it is applied as a coating system, it can follow many shapes, edges and details that may be difficult for sheet membranes.
As a result, Mapelastic Smart waterproofing is often selected for concrete waterproofing, balcony waterproofing, deck waterproofing, terrace waterproofing, wet area waterproofing and waterproofing before tiles.
Mapelastic Smart is a flexible cementitious waterproofing system. It is commonly used to protect concrete and cement-based surfaces from water ingress while still allowing some flexibility over suitable substrates.
Unlike torch-on or TPO membrane systems, Mapelastic Smart is applied as a liquid coating system. Therefore, it can be useful around irregular surfaces, complex details, upstands, corners, junctions and areas where a seamless waterproofing layer is required.
Mapelastic Smart waterproofing can be used across many areas where concrete or cement-based surfaces need water protection. For example, it can suit balconies, decks, terraces, bathrooms, showers, swimming pools, water tanks and other wet areas.
Because it is flexible and liquid-applied, it is also useful on surfaces with details, returns, upstands or shapes that need careful waterproofing before the final finish is installed.
Good waterproofing starts with preparation. Before applying Mapelastic Smart, Elephant NZ checks the substrate, surface condition, falls, drainage, corners, joints, cracks and penetrations.
After preparation, the selected primer, reinforcing band or detailing products may be installed where required. Then, the Mapelastic Smart system is applied in coats to create a continuous waterproofing layer across the surface.
Balconies, decks, terraces and wet areas need reliable waterproofing because they are exposed to water, movement, drainage issues and ongoing use. In these areas, the waterproofing system must be installed carefully around corners, outlets, upstands and transitions.
Mapelastic Smart can be a good option where a flexible cementitious waterproofing layer is needed below tiles, coatings or protective finishes. However, the right system still depends on the project design, substrate and final surface finish.
Mapelastic Smart, TPO, torch-on membrane and below-ground tanking systems all have different uses. Therefore, Elephant NZ recommends the waterproofing system based on the area, substrate, exposure, finish and project specification.
A flexible cementitious liquid-applied waterproofing system used on concrete, decks, balconies, terraces, wet areas and irregular surfaces.
TPO, torch-on and below-ground sheet membranes are often used where a sheet-based waterproofing system is required by design or specification.
If your project needs a roof membrane, you may also want to view our TPO roof membrane waterproofing page or our Casali 2-layer torch-on system.
Every waterproofing project is different. Therefore, Elephant NZ checks the surface, drainage, exposure, detailing and final finish before recommending Mapelastic Smart or another waterproofing system.
For product information, you can also view the Mapelastic Smart product information from Mapei.
Mapelastic Smart is a flexible cementitious waterproofing system used to protect concrete and cement-based surfaces from water ingress. It is applied as a liquid coating system.
Mapelastic Smart can be used on balconies, decks, terraces, bathrooms, showers, swimming pools, tanks, concrete surfaces and other suitable wet areas.
Yes, Mapelastic Smart is often used where waterproofing is required before tiles or other protective finishes are installed. The final system depends on the substrate and project specification.
No. Mapelastic Smart is a flexible cementitious liquid-applied waterproofing system. TPO and torch-on systems are sheet membrane systems used for different applications.
Yes, Elephant NZ applies Mapelastic Smart waterproofing systems across Auckland and selected projects throughout New Zealand.
Talk to Elephant NZ about the right waterproofing system for your balcony, deck, wet area, swimming pool, terrace or concrete surface.
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