Bathroom waterproofing is an important elements of any renovation project – find out why in our latest article.
Your bathroom is the one area in your home that is exposed to more moisture and water than any other area in the house. Therefore, it’s important to make sure your bathroom is professionally waterproofed to prevent any water damage. At Flat Hill, we specialise in bathroom renovations and understand the importance of good waterproofing. As a result, we only have the best of the best on our team to ensure our clients bathrooms are waterproofed correctly.
To help you learn more about the process, we’re sharing below the importance of waterproofing for your renovation project.
What is Waterproofing?
Waterproofing is the process of applying a waterproof membrane to the floors and walls of your bathroom to stop water from leaking and damaging your home. When the waterproofing membrane is applied in two layers, it needs a few days to set into the wall. During this time, you cannot use your bathroom for between three and five days, depending on the climate of your area.
Why Waterproofing is Important
Waterproofing is a highly important part of any bathroom renovation project which, if not done, can cause significant damage to your home. In fact, according to AS3740, all wet rooms in a house require waterproofing including bathrooms and ensuites, laundries and water closets, with the elements including floors, walls, junctions and penetrations.
A worthwhile and mandatory investment, waterproofing lasts for years and comes with a warranty in the event that anything happens.
Some of the dangers of failing to waterproof correctly include:
- Water rising up through walls, floors or masonry
- Mould and mildew, which is harmful to those with respiratory problems
- Warping and rotting of timber bearers, joists, posts and beams, which can threaten the entire structural integrity of your home
- Corrosion of plumbing (rusted pipes)
- Contact with electrics which can create risk of a fire or electrocution
- Concrete cancer – the steel reinforcement of the concrete begins to rust, causing it to expand and compromise the concrete’s structure to the point where it weakens the building’s foundations.
In summary, waterproofing can:
- Stop leaks
- Keeps the bathroom dry
- Prevent damp and mould
- Provide insulation
- Increase your property value
The Dangers of Faulty Waterproofing
At Flat Hill, we pride ourselves on taking care with everything we do, especially while waterproofing. We work with a team of highly skilled tradesmen who are expertly trained and meticulous with their work, which is important to consider when having waterproofing work done in your home. This is because often, people who don’t specialise in bathroom renovations and waterproofing can make dangerous mistakes that jeopardise the integrity of your home.
Waterproofing is something that, if done incorrectly, can be very dangerous and a significant waste of money. Some mistakes that can cause faulty waterproofing are if the surface hasn’t been cleaned properly before application, if the membrane hasn’t been applied sufficiently, or if a low quality, cheap waterproofing product has been used.
At Flat Hill, we only use the highest quality waterproofing products to ensure that your bathroom is safely sealed.
The Flat Hill Difference
Flat Hill are specialists in Bathroom renovations, which means we are also experts in waterproofing and have waterproofed hundreds of bathrooms. As a result, we know what a high-quality waterproofing job looks like and will work carefully to ensure that no faults are made. In addition to our waterproofing, we also specialise in bathroom design and have our very own in-house design specialist that can help you create your dream bathroom. Essentially, we are a one stop shop for your entire Brisbane bathroom renovation and are passionate about creating beautiful bathrooms.
For more information about our Bathroom Renovation services, contact us here.
