Ensuring the bond of a waterproofing membrane to a substrate can play an important consideration in the overall performance of the waterproofing application. Adhesion testing is a destructive test most commonly applied on exposed areas such as rooftops and podiums.

Some builders that Waterproofing Integrity deal with otherwise prefer to have adhesion testing on a sample of internal wet areas (bathrooms, laundries) and balconies on lower levels of multi-storey construction projects to ensure the waterproofing membrane is achieving a bond to the concrete before proceeding to upper levels.

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Adhesion testing is a destructive test method conducted using aluminium dollies connected to a hydraulic pump to discern the bond strength that a membrane has to the substrate.  Membranes that are designed to be fully bonded to their will exhibit reduced performance where a sufficient bond is not present.  An exposed membrane that has de-laminated from its substrate can be more easily cut torn when force is applied.

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If you require adhesion testing on your project, call 1300 025 944 or email sales@waterproofingintegrity.com.au.​