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Concrete retaining wall waterproofing.
Preparation is the key.
Get the right waterproofing supplies.
The waterproofing membrane on retaining walls always need protection.
Arma blue semi adhering protection sheet is to be applied over to protect the membrane from damage and also provide an additional water deterrent.
A very common problem is the failure to provide adequate protection for a newly installed and perfectly good membrane.
Bricks concrete blocks and masonry are porous and will allow moisture to penetrate from surrounding soil into the wall.
Cracks and porosity of the wall materials allow water and moisture to penetrate from adjacent soil to interior walls.
You need to buy good.
A strong retaining wall needs to be waterproofed so that hydrostatic pressure build up can be minimised and the wall can remain strong for many years.
It also helps to maintain a clean natural appearance of your concrete driveway and maintain the durability of your concrete block retaining wall and unglazed cement tiles.
A clean dry smooth wall is essential prior to the liquid rubber membrane system been applied.
The membrane and protection sheet should extend up slightly higher than the desired garden bed finished height.