A Systems Solution to

Waterproofing

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COMPANY
PROFILE
Pidilite Industries has been
the pioneer and market leader
in adhesives and sealants,
construction chemicals, art and
craft products and polymer
emulsions in India. Pidilite started
in 1959 manufacturing only
white glue – Fevicol, and has
now grown to cater to various
other categories including paint
chemicals, automotive chemicals,
art materials and stationery, fabric
care, maintenance chemicals,
industrial adhesives, industrial and
textile resins and organic pigment
preparations. Most of the products
have been developed through our
strong in-house R&D.
Pidilite has some of the biggest
brands in adhesives and sealants
category. These brands include
Fevicol, M-seal and Fevikwik. Fevicol
has become synonymous with
adhesives to millions in India and is
ranked amongst the most trusted
brands in the country. Some of our
other major brands are Dr. Fixit,
Pagel and Roff in construction
chemicals, Cyclo and Motomax in
auto care, Ranipal in fabric care,
Fevistik glue stick and Hobby Ideas
which is a Do-It-Yourself range of
hobby and craft products.
STATE-OF-THE-ART
MANUFACTURING
AND R&D
We develop most of our products
in-house with the help of a strong,
research-driven innovation led with
consumer insights. All the products
are manufactured under ISO
9000 certification. Our R&D team
works closely with the marketing
and technical service teams to
develop and enhance products that
meet the continuously changing
requirements of our customers.
Innovation being one of the core
values of the company, Pidilite
has established a state-of-the-art
research centre in Singapore to
expand the company’s product
innovation strategy and attract
international talent to work on
in-house global brands. This
Pidilite Innovation Centre, is now
a member of Singapore Chemical
Industry Council (SCIC).
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 Pidilite manufactures and
CONSTRUCTION markets a wide range of
CHEMICALS DIVISION construction chemical products
under two brands - Dr. Fixit &
Roff covering different aspects of
construction like waterproofing,
building repairs, tile fixing,
admixtures, sealants, flooring
and grouts. Pidilite is the
country’s leading player in the
retail market for construction
chemicals with the Dr. Fixit and
Roff brands. Under Dr. Fixit, we
offer a range of waterproofing
and repair solutions while Roff
has a complete range of tile
fixing solutions. Besides a large
and comprehensive product
range, Pidilite has also trained
and associated with a large
pool of applicators to offer the
right advice and solutions to its
customers. Our products are
available all across India and at our
global subsidiaries in Middle East,
Thailand, Singapore and Brazil.
Our construction chemicals
products are also available in
over 30 other countries. Pidilite
Industries Ltd. has promoted
Dr. Fixit Institute of Structural
Protection and Rehabilitation (DFI-
SPR), a standalone not-for-profit
organisation with a vision to become
a premier national knowledge
and skill development centre in
waterproofing and other areas of
renewal engineering. The endeavour
is to enhance the service life of Built
Environment through global sharing
knowledge and best practices in the
field of Waterproofing, Structural
Protection, Repair and Rehabilitation.
It has also set up an Advance
Diagnostic Lab and library for
industry professionals on its campus.
Waterproofing is a process that is
STATE-OF-THE-ART designed to prevent water from
WATERPROOFING penetrating a structure. Typically,
SYSTEMS waterproofing is done in various
layers and stages to create
multiple barriers so that water
cannot penetrate the structure.
A combination of such stages is
referred to as creating a “Building
Envelope”. However, most often
enough importance is not given
to this very crucial area while
constructing new structures.
Over-reliance on conventional and
outdated systems, low awareness
about modern waterproofing
systems and lack of trained
expertise for application are some
of the reasons for the same.
Here’s where Dr. Fixit can help
you get the best waterproofing
solutions for your new constructions.
Dr. Fixit is India’s leading brand
in waterproofing with a wide
variety of products and solutions
to meet all your waterproofing
needs - from foundations to walls
to roofs. With access to the latest
global technologies through its
international subsidiaries and R&D
centres, Dr. Fixit constantly brings
innovative waterproofing solutions.
Dr. Fixit also offers full technical
support with a large pool of trained
applicators. Get in touch with us to
benefit from our state-of-the-art
waterproofing systems for your
new constructions.
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 Page Areas of System Waterproofing
No. Application Code Systems

9 Basement LPW LIFT PITS WATERPROOFING

10 DBWP 15 DEEP BASEMENTS

12 DWP 15 DEEP WET BASEMENTS

14 SWB 10 SHALLOW WET BASEMENTS

16 SDB 10 SHALLOW DRY BASEMENTS

19 Terrace CRW 7 FLAT ROOF WITH SCREED

20 IPR 7 PITCHED SLOPING ROOF

22 EFR 5 EXPOSED FLAT ROOF - SINGLE APPLICATION

Contents 23 EFR 10 EXPOSED FLAT ROOF - DOUBLE APPLICATION

24 WPA WATERPROOFING ACCESSORIES

26 External Walls EWWP 5 EXTERNAL WALLS

28 Podium PWP 15 PODIUM WATERPROOFING

29 PWP 10 PODIUM WATERPROOFING

30 PWP 10 - PODIUM WATERPROOFING WITH

LSP LANDSCAPING AND SWIMMING POOL

33 Water Bodies WW 15 WET AREA WATERPROOFING

34 SWP 10 SWIMMING POOL - EXTERNAL SIDES

35 SWP 10 SWIMMING POOL - INTERNAL SIDES

36 GRWP 10 GROUNDWATER RESERVOIR

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 LIFT PITS
WATERPROOFING
Waterproofing for LIFT PITS
Dr. Fixit SOLYSEAL
Methodology
surface PREPARATION
¬¬ Before applying the waterproofing
membrane, clean the surface
for any debris, etc. Remove all
Basement surface imperfections, protrusions,
structurally unsound and loose
concrete, and repair with polymer
modified mortar using Dr. Fixit
Pidicrete URP.
¬¬ Where separate concrete layers
are poured at different levels, fill
and smoothen the gaps to obtain a
comparatively smoother surface.
When cleaning the substrate,
remove any pollutants - such
as chemicals, curing agents, etc. -
which may affect the
membrane adhesion.
¬¬ Angle fillets with a polymer
modified mortar of the
measurements 1 inch x 1 inch.
Dr. Fixit Pidicrete URP
SBR latex for waterproofing and repairs
System Life Effective system to prevent leakage &
Expectancy: dampness in lift pits
7 years
LPW 7
Application
¬¬ Apply three coats of Dr. Fixit
Solyseal to the inside area of the
lift pit to a total thickness of 2 mm.
Leave this to be air-cured.
¬¬ On the inside corners, over the
angle fillets, place a glass fibre
mesh measuring 2 mm x 2 mm
as a reinforcement over the first
coat of Dr. Fixit Solyseal, while it
is still wet. Subsequently the next
two coats can be applied after the
previous coat is touch-dry.
¬¬ Place a protection board of 4
mm thickness to protect it from
damages at the site and the
installation of the lift car.
Dr. Fixit Solyseal
Polymer modified elastomeric bituminous coating
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DEEP BASEMENTS

Waterproofing in
HIGH Water Table Areas

Dr. Fixit Flexshield

Methodology
SURFACE PREPARATION
¬¬ For horizontal application,
smoothen and level the new
concrete layer. It should be left to
mature for at least 72 hours.
¬¬ Before laying the waterproofing
membrane, clean the waste off
the surface. Remove all surface
imperfections, protrusions,
structurally unsound and loose
concrete, and repair with polymer
modified mortar using Dr. Fixit
Pidicrete URP.
¬¬ Where separate concrete layers
are poured at different levels, fill
and smoothen the gaps to obtain a
comparatively smoother surface.
When cleaning the substrate,
remove any pollutants - such as
chemicals, curing agents, etc. -
which may affect the membrane
adhesion.
Installation of Dr. Fixit Flexshield
Membrane for Raft Waterproofing
Whenever Dr. Fixit Flexshield
membrane is being installed, it is highly
recommended to lay membrane at the
position and allow it to relax for at least
45 minutes. This will help in releasing
the tensions in the membrane.
¬¬ Always lay a geotextile of 250 gsm
for protection of the waterproofing
membrane, loosely laid on the
concrete substrate before you
spread out the Dr. Fixit Flexshield
membrane, to protect it from any
protrusions.
¬¬ In the horizontal areas, lay the
Dr. Fixit Flexshield membrane
loosely, between two layers of
geotextile sheets.
¬¬ Bond the laps of the membrane
sheets using a splice adhesive and
tape. The overlapping must be at
least 75 - 100 mm wide. Splicing must
be done after you prime the splicing ¬¬ Seam the lap joints. After each lift of
area. The splice tape is two-sided and
is stuck over the primed part which
adheres to the Dr. Fixit Flexshield
membrane under it and over it,
securing the lap joint effectively.
¬¬ Over the Dr. Fixit Flexshield
membrane comes the geotextile
membrane of at least 150 gsm,
and over that, lay a 50 – 75 mm
protective concrete screed of M 20
grade and cure it well for at least 7
days. Its purpose is to protect the
waterproofing membrane system
from further damages that may
occur during the installation of the
reinforcing steel, in-situ casting of the
raft concrete and / or vibrations, etc.
¬¬ The membrane should cover the PCC
or blinding concrete well beyond the
perimeter of the area.
DBWP 15
System Life High-performance basement waterproofing
Expectancy: system
Construction of the Basement
15 years
Retaining Wall
Waterproofing for the external side
of the retaining wall will also be taken
up with Dr. Fixit Flexshield. The
application should be taken up from the
bottom-up.
¬¬ Begin the application of the
Dr. Fixit Flexshield membrane
from the bottom side, unrolling each
membrane upwards to its maximum.
Strap them up and fasten it with
screws and washers.
the concrete wall is cast, continue with
the Dr. Fixit Flexshield membrane
in the manner explained in the above
point. This will be continued to at least 1 PCC
6
1 metre above the ground level for 2 Dr. Fixit Flexshield
complete protection.
3 Geotextile fabric
¬¬ Bond the portion of the Dr. Fixit
5
4 Screed
Flexshield membrane on the vertical 4
side, which is in contact with the 5 Angle Fillet
3
membrane applied on the horizontal 6 Aluminium Flashing with
side with an adhesive. Dr. Fixit Silicone Sealant
2
¬¬ Cast concrete over it to protect the
joining of these membranes.
1
¬¬ Conduct spot bonding of a geotextile
over the vertical Dr. Fixit Flexshield
membrane, followed by a protection
board of the specifier’s choice.
¬¬ After this, carry out soil backfilling.

Dr. Fixit Pidicrete URP Dr. Fixit Flexshield

SBR latex for waterproofing and repairs EPDM based waterproofing membrane

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DEEP WET BASEMENTS
Waterproofing in Fully Submerged
and Constrained Conditions
Dr. Fixit Flexshield
Dr. Fixit Extensa
Methodology
SURFACE PREPARATION
¬¬ For horizontal application,
smoothen and level the new
concrete layer. It should be left to
mature for at least 72 hours.
¬¬ Before laying the waterproofing
membrane, clean the waste off
the surface. Remove all surface
imperfections, protrusions,
structurally unsound and loose
concrete, and repair with polymer
modified mortar using Dr. Fixit
Pidicrete URP.
¬¬ Where separate concrete layers
are poured at different levels, fill
and smoothen the gaps to obtain a
comparatively smoother surface.
When cleaning the substrate,
remove any pollutants - such as
chemicals, curing agents, etc. -
which may affect the membrane
adhesion.
Installation of Dr. Fixit Flexshield
Membrane for Raft Waterproofing
¬¬ Always lay a geotextile of 250 gsm
for protection of the waterproofing
membrane, loosely laid on the
concrete substrate before you
spread out the Flexshield membrane,
to protect it from any protrusions.
¬¬ In the horizontal areas, lay the
Dr. Fixit Flexshield membrane
loosely between two layers of
geotextile sheets.
Dr. Fixit Flexshield
EPDM based waterproofing membrane
¬¬ Bond the laps of the membrane
sheets using a splice adhesive and
tape. The overlapping must be at
least 75 - 100 mm wide. Splicing
must be done after you prime the
splicing area. The splice tape is two-
sided and is stuck over the primed
part which adheres to the Flexshield
membrane under it and over it,
securing the lap joint effectively.
¬¬ Over the Flexshield membrane
comes the geotextile membrane of
at least 150 gsm, and over that, lay
a 50 – 75 mm protective concrete
screed of M 20 grade. Cure it well
for at least 7 days. Its purpose
is to protect the waterproofing
membrane system from further
damages that may occur during the
installation of the reinforcing steel,
in-situ casting of the raft concrete
and / or vibrations, etc.
¬¬ The membrane should cover the
PCC or blinding concrete well beyond
the perimeter of the area.
Waterproofing of the Retaining
Wall – External Side
¬¬ On the vertical side of the retaining
wall, apply Dr. Fixit Extensa over
the concrete, at 2 mm thickness
with designated spray equipment,
in one application.
Dr. Fixit Pidicrete URP
SBR latex for waterproofing and repairs
DWP 15
System Life High performance deep and wet basement
Expectancy: waterproofing system
15 years
¬¬ Dr. Fixit Extensa is a fast-setting
water-based product which will
tenaciously adhere to concrete. It
is applied to form a seamless, high
water-resistant membrane with an
elongation of > 1000 %.
¬¬ Protect Dr. Fixit Extensa with
a geotextile sheet of 200 gsm at
least, or with a protection board
depending on what the site needs.
Generally, a protection board can
be of highly compressible closed
cell foam.
¬¬ Begin soil backfilling after this
installation.
1
Blinding Concrete
2 Dr. Fixit Flexshield
3 Dr. Fixit Extensa
4 Shotcrete 6
5
5 Shoring
4
6 RCC Retaining Wall
3
2
1
Dr. Fixit Extensa
Highly elastomeric and puncture resistant
waterproofing coating
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SHALLOW WET
BASEMENTS
Waterproofing in Shallow
Water Table Areas
Dr. Fixit Torchshield SP 4160
Methodology
SURFACE PREPARATION
¬¬ Clean the surface thoroughly to
get rid of all contaminants like dust,
traces of curing compound,
oil and grease.
¬¬ Remove all surface imperfections,
protrusions, structurally unsound
and loose concrete, and repair with
polymer modified mortar using
Dr. Fixit Pidicrete URP.
Priming
¬¬ Conduct priming all over the
blinding concrete or PCC
(properly levelled) using Dr. Fixit
Torchshield Primer.
¬¬ Do this with a roller or brush over a
dried surface. Allow the primer to
dry for 8 to 10 hours.
Application on PCC below the Raft
Slab
¬¬ Lay Dr. Fixit Torchshield SP 4160,
an SBS based polyester reinforced
membrane by providing an overlap
of at least 100 mm.
¬¬ Lay a second layer of the Dr. Fixit
Torchshield SP 4160 membrane
with an overlap of 50% above the
first layer.
¬¬ Extend the membrane to the
maximum extent of the full area of
the blinding concrete.
Dr. Fixit Pidicrete URP
SBR latex for waterproofing and repairs
¬¬ Now, lay the geotextile membrane of
120 gsm as a protection layer over the
Torchshield membrane.
¬¬ Overlay a screed of 50 mm of M 20
concrete grade, which will facilitate
the reinforcement cage to be
assembled, so the RCC raft can be
cast over it.
¬¬ Provide Dr. Fixit Waterbar - a
swellable, adhesive strip waterbar of
20 mm x 20 mm - in the construction
joints, which is placed on the inside
of the reinforcement in both the raft
concrete floor and the side retaining
concrete walls..
Application on Vertical Surfaces
¬¬ Over the RCC raft, the side retaining
walls are cast in concrete. Prepare
the retaining wall surface to receive
waterproofing system as detailed in
the surface preparation above.
¬¬ After the application of the primer
and drying it, lay two layers of
Dr. Fixit Torchshield SP 4160.
¬¬ Place a bituminous protection
board of 4 mm thickness or a
HDPE dimpled drain board of 12
mm thickness vertically over the
Torchshield membrane, allowing the
soil backfill.
Dr. Fixit Torchshield
APP / SBS modified bitumen
based membrane
SWB 10
System Life Robust tanking system for high-performance
Expectancy: basement waterproofing
10 years
¬¬ As the activity goes upward, carry
out the application of Dr. Fixit
Torchshield SP 4160 membrane,
along with the protection system,
a minimum of 300 mm above
the ground level or as per the
finished floor level. Use a C-shaped
aluminium flashing strip or tuck it
into the concrete wall of a groove
of 12 mm x 12 mm. In case of the
groove, the aluminium flashing
can be fitted to press the
membrane into the groove and
then be filled with a single
component Dr. Fixit PU Sealant.
ALTERNATIVELY
1 PCC
Two layers of Dr. Fixit Samshield
2 Primer
membrane can be applied in place of 8
Dr. Fixit Torchshield SP 4160. 3 Dr. Fixit Torchshield SP4160 (2 layers) 6
4 Geotextile
5
5 Screed
4
6 Dr. Fixit Waterbar SW2020
7 3
7 Angle Fillet
2
8 Protection board
1
Dr. Fixit Waterbar Dr. Fixit Samshield Dr. Fixit PU Sealant
Flexible adhesive waterstop strip Self-adhesive bituminous membrane One-part non-sag polyurethane sealant
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SHALLOW DRY
BASEMENTS
Waterproofing in
Shallow Dry Basements
Dr. Fixit Samshield XL 1500 / 2100
Methodology
SURFACE PREPARATION
¬¬ Clean the surface thoroughly to
get rid of all contaminants like dust,
traces of curing compound, oil
and grease.
¬¬ Remove all surface imperfections,
protrusions, structurally unsound
and loose concrete, and repair with
polymer modified mortar using
Dr. Fixit Pidicrete URP.
Priming
Apply Dr. Fixit Torchshield Primer to
a clean, smooth and dry surface using
a brush or roller. Allow the primer to
dry prior to the application of the
Dr. Fixit Samshield XL 1500 / 2100.
Application on PCC below the Raft
Slab
¬¬ Peel off the release film from the
Dr. Fixit Samshield XL 1500 /
2100 self-adhesive side and start
unrolling the membrane while
pressing it to the surface.
¬¬ Smoothen the membrane from
the centre to the edges with a
wooden press in order to remove
entrapped air.
¬¬ Use an iron roller for rolling on top
of the applied membrane to ensure
a proper and strong adhesion of the
bitumen compound with the base.
Dr. Fixit Pidicrete URP
SBR latex for waterproofing and repairs
¬¬ Provide a 50 mm selvedge on one
side of the membrane to give a
bitumen-to-bitumen contact on the
overlaps.
¬¬ Lay a geotextile membrane of 120
gsm as a protection layer over the
Dr. Fixit Samshield XL 1500 /
2100 membrane.
¬¬ Overlay a screed of 50 mm of M 20
concrete grade which will facilitate
the reinforcement cage to be
assembled, for the RCC raft to be
cast over it.
¬¬ Provide Dr. Fixit Waterbar - a
swellable, adhesive strip waterbar
of 20 mm x 20 mm - in the
construction joints, which is placed
on the inside of the reinforcement
in both the raft concrete floor and
the side retaining concrete walls.
Application on Vertical Surfaces
¬¬ Make angle fillets all around
the corners of the raft and the
retaining wall. Use polymer
modified mortar prepared with
Dr. Fixit Pidicrete URP.
¬¬ Take care to chamfer all the edges
of screed and raft slab to facilitate
the membrane to move over it.
Dr. Fixit Samshield
Self-adhesive bituminous membrane
SDB 10
System Life Protection from chemical contamination in soil
Expectancy: along with excellent waterproofing
10 years
¬¬ Apply Dr. Fixit Samshield XL
1500 / 2100 membrane starting
with the sides of the raft and go
right up to the top of the external
wall face and stop there. Use a
C-shaped aluminium flashing strip
or tuck it into the concrete wall of a
groove measuring 12 mm x 12 mm.
¬¬ In case of the groove, fit the
aluminium flashing to press the
membrane into the groove and then
fill with a single component
Dr. Fixit PU Sealant.
¬¬ Place bituminous protection boards
over the Dr. Fixit Samshield XL
1500 / 2100 membrane before
backfilling. 1
PCC
2 Dr. Fixit Torchshield Primer 7
3 Dr. Fixit Samshield XL 1500 / 2100 6
4 Geotextile Fabric 5
5 Screed 4
6 Dr. Fixit Waterbar SW2020 3
7 Protection Board
2
1
Dr. Fixit Waterbar Dr. Fixit PU Sealant
Flexible adhesive waterstop strip One part non-sag polyurethane sealant
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 FLAT ROOF WITH
SCREED
Commercial Flat Roof
Dr. Fixit Roofseal
Methodology Methodology
SURFACE PREPARATION
¬¬ Provide slope in new construction
while casting the roof slab (1 in 100 or
1 in 80).
Terrace ¬¬ A thorough surface preparation is a
must over the entire roof area,
¬¬ Provide angle fillets in cement-
sand-mortar admixed with Dr. Fixit
Pidicrete URP, measuring 50 mm x
50 mm all along the junction of the
parapet wall and the roof slab.
¬¬ Wrap any pipe inserts or protrusions
in the slab with Dr. Fixit Bathseal
Tape.
¬¬ Grout around the pipe before
initiating the task of waterproofing.
Priming
¬¬ Apply Dr. Fixit Roofseal, diluted with ¬¬ Each bay size should not be more than
water in 1:1 proportion as the primer
to a clean, smooth and dry surface
using a brush or roller in saturated
surface dry condition.
¬¬ Allow the primer to dry before
applying Dr. Fixit Roofseal. Extend
the primer over the angle fillets, up to
the drip mould on the parapet wall.
Application
¬¬ Apply the first coat of Dr. Fixit
Roofseal.
Dr. Fixit Pidicrete URP Dr. Fixit Bathseal Tape
SBR latex for waterproofing Leak-proof sealing tape for
and repairs pipe wrapping
Easy-to-apply, elastomeric waterproofing
System Life
Expectancy: coating that can be applied over contours or
7 years projections in the roof
CRW 7
¬¬ Over the wet coat, place and press 1 Slab
down an open woven mesh of glass
fibre and allow it to soak completely. 2 Angle Fillet
¬¬ Immediately, apply the second coat
of Dr. Fixit Roofseal to embed the
3 Primer
4 Dr. Fixit Roofseal (2 coats)
mesh in the coating. Allow it to dry 5 Geotextile
completely.
6 Screed
¬¬ After 48 - 72 hours, place a loosely laid 7 Drip mould
geotextile fabric of at least 100 gsm
with 30 cm overlaps.
¬¬ Over the geotextile fabric, lay 50 mm
thick levelled screed of M 20 grade.
¬¬ Screed can be cast in alternate bays’
method. Cut wooden battens of 12
mm thickness to size, according to the
slope and fix them on the roof surface
with the help of sand-cement-mortar.
10 sq. m. (3.25 m. x 3.25 m.) and the
areas of the bay near the parapet wall
should not be more than 2.25 sq.m.
7
¬¬ Finish the laying of the screed and
let it get completely dried and cured.
¬¬ After this, remove the wooden battens
and fill with a compressible board, for
e.g. bitumen impregnated board or 1 2 3 4 5 6
extruded polystyrene foam sheets.
¬¬ Finally, fill the top of the joints with
Dr. Fixit PU Sealant.
Dr. Fixit Roofseal Dr. Fixit PU Sealant
Bituminous waterproof coating One part non-sag polyurethane
for new roofs and terraces sealant
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PITCHED SLOPING ROOF
Waterproofing to Prevent
Leakages from Sloping Roofs
Dr. Fixit Newcoat
Methodology
SURFACE PREPARATION
¬¬ Clean the surface thoroughly to
get rid of all contaminants like dust,
traces of curing compound, oil and
grease.
¬¬ Remove all surface imperfections,
protrusions, structurally unsound
and loose concrete, and repair with
polymer modified mortar using
Dr. Fixit Pidicrete URP.
Priming
¬¬ Apply Dr. Fixit Primeseal to a clean,
smooth surface using a brush or
roller.
¬¬ Allow the primer to dry before
applying Dr. Fixit Newcoat. During
application of Dr. Fixit Primeseal,
always maintain the saturated
surface dry condition.
Application on PCC below the Raft
Slab
¬¬ Apply the first coat of Dr. Fixit
Newcoat and while it is still wet, lay
an ‘open-woven’ glass fibre mesh
measuring 2.5 x 2.5 mm. Allow it to
soak completely.
¬¬ Immediately, apply the second coat
of Dr. Fixit Newcoat to embed the
mesh in coating. Allow this to dry
completely.
¬¬ Fix the wooden battens by drilling
Dr. Fixit Pidicrete URP
SBR latex for waterproofing and repairs
and use steel screws for fixing so
as to avoid rusting. After drilling
holes and before fixing the screws,
fix Dr. Fixit Bathseal Tape on the
bottom as well as top sides of the
batten. This will ensure a perfect
seal around the screwed area.
The battens must have enough
number of grooves depending upon
the length of the roof to allow for
efficient drainage of water in case
there is breakage of tiles.
¬¬ Apply the third coat of Dr. Fixit
Newcoat all over the area covering
the wooden batten.
¬¬ Carefully fix tiles on the batten.
Take care not to rupture the coating
while fixing tiles.
¬¬ Never fix the batten by hammering
nails in the concrete. It will damage
the roof. Always use a drill machine
to fix screws.
Given below is an alternative
method.
Dr. Fixit Samshield XL 1500 / 2100
Priming
¬¬ Apply Dr. Fixit Torchshield Primer
to a clean, smooth and dry surface
using a brush or roller. Allow the
primer to dry before applying
Dr. Fixit Samshield XL.
Dr. Fixit Newcoat
Heavy duty reinforced acrylic waterproofing coating
IPR 7
System Life Heavy-duty, fibre-reinforced, UV-resistant,
Expectancy: elastomeric waterproofing coating system
Application on Sloped Roofs
7 years
¬¬ Peel off the release film from the
Dr. Fixit Samshield XL self-
adhesive side and start unrolling
the membrane and press it to the
surface.
¬¬ Smoothen the membrane from
the centre to the edges with a
wooden press in order to remove
entrapped air.
¬¬ Use an iron roller for rolling on top
of the applied membrane to ensure
a proper and strong adhesion of the
bitumen compound with the base.
¬¬ Provide a 50 mm selvedge on one
side of the membrane to give a
bitumen-to-bitumen contact on the
overlaps. 1 Concrete Roof
8
¬¬ Lay a geotextile membrane of 120 2 Dr. Fixit Primeseal
7
gsm as a protection layer over the 3 Dr. Fixit Newcoat (1st Coat)
Dr. Fixit Samshield XL membrane.
6
4 Glass Fibre Mesh
5
¬¬ Carefully fix tiles on the batten.
5 Dr. Fixit Newcoat (2nd Coat) 4
Take care not to rupture the coating
6 Dr. Fixit Newcoat (3rd Coat) 3
while fixing tiles. 9
7 Wooden Battens 2
¬¬ Never fix the batten by hammering
8 Roof Tiles 1
nails in the concrete. It will damage
the roof, the roof concrete, the 9 Stainless Steel Screw
membrane and the batten. Always
use a drill machine to fix screws.
Wooden Batten
By fixing screws, that area will with Grooves
still remain waterproof, as the
Samshield membrane does not
form a hole, but adheres to the
screw itself.
Dr. Fixit Bathseal Tape Dr. Fixit Samshield
Leak-proof sealing tape for pipe wrapping Self-adhesive bituminous membrane
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EXPOSED FLAT
ROOF
Exposed Waterproofing
System for Flat Roofs
Dr. Fixit Torchshield AM 4160
Methodology
SURFACE PREPARATION
A thorough surface preparation is a
must over the entire roof area.
Priming
Prime the surface with Dr. Fixit
Torchshield Primer. Allow it to dry for
8 to 10 hours.
Application
¬¬ Screed the mother slab with M 20
grade concrete, to a slope of 1 in
100, with at least 50 mm thickness
at the outlet.
¬¬ Wrap all the pipe fittings and
drainage fittings with Dr. Fixit
Bathseal Tape.
¬¬ Carry out the priming using
Dr. Fixit Torchshield Primer.
¬¬ Torch over using the APP based
membrane - Dr. Fixit Torchshield
AM 4160 - with a mineral or slate
finish of 4 mm thickness. Ensure
overlaps of 100 mm with factory-
controlled / demarcated overlaps in
the membrane.
¬¬ While torching in the overlaps, press
evenly to bleed out the bitumen
out of the overlap. A ‘bead’ formed
thereof, must not be flattened with
the steel trowel.
Dr. Fixit Torchshield
APP / SBS modified bitumen
based membrane
System Life Reliable lightweight waterproofing
membrane system with UV-resistant
Expectancy:
mineral finish
5 years
¬¬ The membrane must go over the
angle fillet at the parapet walls
¬¬ Conduct flashing on the parapet
wall with a C-shaped aluminium
strip nailed (with SS Screws)
to the vertical substrate at the
termination of the membrane. It can
be tucked into a groove measuring
12 mm x 12 mm into the parapet
wall, 15 - 20 mm above the angle
fillet. Thereafter, apply a single
component Dr. Fixit PU sealant or
a ‘neutral-cure’ silicone sealant to fill
the gap and seal it.
¬¬ Provide Dr. Fixit roofing accessories
such as roof drains, flashing
strips, etc. as per standard roofing
practices.
Dr. Fixit Pidicrete URP
SBR latex for waterproofing and repairs
EFR 5
1
Concrete Slab
2 Screed
3 Angle Fillet
4 Dr. Fixit Torchshield Primer
5 Dr. Fixit Torchshield AM 4160
6 Aluminium Flashing Strip
with SS Screws
7 Dr. Fixit Silicone Sealant
7 4160 (plain finish APP based). The
6 application must start from the
5 4
3 angle fillet only.
2 ¬¬ Lay the second layer of
1
Dr. Fixit Pidiproof LW+
Integral liquid waterproofing compound
for plaster and concrete
EXPOSED FLAT
ROOF
Exposed Waterproofing
System for Flat Roofs
System Life Reliable lightweight waterproofing membrane
Dr. Fixit Torchshield AP 4160
Expectancy: system with UV-resistant mineral finish
Dr. Fixit Torchshield AM 4160
10 years
EFR 10
Methodology
SURFACE PREPARATION
A thorough surface preparation is a ¬¬ The surface area of Dr. Fixit 1
Slab
must over the entire roof area. Lay the
Torchshield AM 4160 has a
2 Screed
screed M 20 grade modified with mineral slate on the surface. Leave
Dr. Fixit Pidiproof LW+ with a it exposed to the atmosphere and 3 Angle Fillet
slope of 1 in 100, with at least 50 terminate with a flashing strip 20 3 Dr. Fixit Torchshield Primer
mm thickness at the drain outlet. cm above the slab.
4 Dr. Fixit Torchshield AP 4160
The screed must be cured and dried
¬¬ Finish the top edge of the 5 Dr. Fixit Torchshield AM 4160
completely.
membrane with aluminium flashing
of 2 mm thickness, sealed with 6 Aluminium Flashing
Priming
Dr. Fixit PU Sealant or Dr. Fixit 7 Dr. Fixit PU Sealant/
Prime the surface with Dr. Fixit Silicone Sealant. Dr. Fixit Silicone Sealant
Torchshield Primer. Allow it to dry for
¬¬ Provide Dr. Fixit roofing accessories
8 to 10 hours.
such as roof drains, flashing
Application on PCC below the Raft strips, etc. as per standard roofing
Slab practices.
8
¬¬ Start the application of the first 7
layer of Dr. Fixit Torchshield AP
outlet, going towards the centre of
the roof area.
5
6
¬¬ Lay the first layer up to over the
4
3
1
Dr. Fixit Torchshield AM 4160
in a perpendicular direction to the 2
first membrane, starting from 150
to 200 mm on the parapet wall -
downward - and covering the angle
fillet. This is a mineral-finished
APP based membrane of 4 mm
thickness.
Dr. Fixit Pidiproof LW+ Dr. Fixit Torchshield Dr. Fixit PU Sealant Dr. Fixit Silicone Sealant
Integral liquid waterproofing APP / SBS modified bitumen One part non-sag polyurethane Acetic cure silicone sealant
compound for plaster and based membrane sealant
concrete 23
WATERPROOFING
ACCESSORIES
ROOFING ACCESSORIES FOR
COMPREHENSIVE WATERPROOFING
Dr. Fixit RoofIX FLASHING
Dr. Fixit RoofIX DRAIN
Methodology
Roofing accessories are extremely
important while installing
waterproofing membranes as they
ensure standardisation in the fixtures
and a long-lasting installation.
Dr. Fixit Roofix Flashing
¬¬ A flashing is a metallic strip
generally in a non-corroding type
of metal into which waterproofing
membranes are tucked in. This
eliminates the need to insert the
membrane after cutting a groove
into the parapet or side wall —
which also makes it look shabby
— and is often left to the skill of the
applicator.
¬¬ Dr. Fixit Roofix Flashing is an
extruded, 4-bend premium grade
powder-coated termination flashing
for a wide range of waterproofing
systems. Once installed, it will
protect the waterproofing system
from any water penetration from
vertical upstands, roof protrusions,
duct entries, etc. Dr. Fixit Roofix
Flashing’s revolutionary design also
helps to prevent any mouth opening
at the vertical termination area.
Dr. Fixit Roofix Flashing can
be fixed using standard one-
inch SS screws and Rawl plugs
Dr. Fixit Roofix Drain
Secure method for termination of
membranes on roofs and unique
accessory for effective drainage of water
directly onto the substrate just
above the termination level of the
waterproofing system.
Dr. Fixit Roofix Drain
¬¬ Dr. Fixit Roofix Drain is an
important accessory that is unique
and comes along with a leaf
grating. This roof drain is designed
to effectively collect water in
the lowest end of the roof at the
parapet junctions or in the middle
of the roof, to which the slope is
cast so the water runs off into it.
¬¬ There are two types of Dr. Fixit
Roofix Drains:
a. `End drain’ for fixing at parapet
wall junctions closed cell polyethylene foam or of
b. `Circular drain’ which is fixed in
the middle portions of the roof.
Tackling Expansion Joints in
Roofs
¬¬ Clean the substrate with a broom
brush or compressed air.
¬¬ Construct a masonry upstand to a
minimum height of 250 mm.
Rain Water Outlet Spout
WPA
¬¬ Form triangle fillets measuring 50
x 50 mm on all vertical upstands.
The fillet should be prepared in
concrete admixed with 10 - 15% of
Dr. Fixit Pidicrete URP, by weight
External
Walls
of cement.
¬¬ Apply the selected Dr. Fixit
Waterproofing System for upstand
area, depending upon the type of
roof, and other parameters. The
treatment should always be taken
up over these angle fillets.
¬¬ Terminate all vertical upstands as
per standard termination details.
¬¬ Seal the expansion joint with
filler board, with a backer rod of
extruded polystyrene, inserted.
¬¬ Fill the joint with selected sealant.
¬¬ Place the expansion joint cover over
the joint as shown in the illustration,
in a way that water will drain off on
to the roof.
¬¬ Seal horizontal joints with a seal
tape.
Dr. Fixit Roofix Flashing
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EXTERNAL WALLS

EXTERNAL WALLS WITH

WATERPROOFING COATING

System Life High-performance elastomeric waterproof

Expectancy: coating for leak-free exterior walls
Dr. Fixit Raincoat 10 years

Methodology
SURFACE PREPARATION
¬¬ Ensure a complete surface
preparation prior to application.
Remove all loose dirt, dust and oil,
etc. from the surface.
¬¬ Check for all surface cracks and
clean them to remove all loose
laitance and wash with water.
¬¬ Apply the crack-filler — Dr. Fixit
Crack-X Paste / Shrinkfree —
depending on the width of crack
(Use paste for cracks up to 3 - 5 mm
and Shrinkfree for cracks up to 10
mm). Use a putty blade by pressing
the material properly in cracks.
Priming
Prime the surface with Dr. Fixit
Primeseal diluted 2:1 with water,
maintaining the saturated surface dry
condition. Allow this to dry completely.
Application
¬¬ Apply the first coat of Dr. Fixit
Raincoat without dilution
maintaining the spreading rate.
Allow to dry for 6 to 8 hrs
¬¬ Apply the second coat in a direction
perpendicular to the first coat,
ensuring complete coverage of
the area.
EWWP 5
1 Spalled Plaster
2 Exposed Brick Masonry
3 Plaster Reinstated Using PMM
Mixed with Dr. Fixit Pidicrete URP
4 Column Podium
5 Separation Joint Filled Using PMM
Dr. Fixit Pidicrete URP
6 Plaster Cracks Filled with
Dr. Fixit Crack-X Shrinkfreee
7 Primer Coat of Dr. Fixit Primeseal
8 Separation Joint RCC-Masonry
9 2 Coats of Dr. Fixit Raincoat
10 Beam

¬¬ Remove the loose plaster and

re-do using polymer modified
10
mortar modified with Dr. Fixit
9
Pidicrete URP.
8

Dr. Fixit Crack-X Shrinkfree Dr. Fixit Pidicrete URP Dr. Fixit Primeseal Dr. Fixit Raincoat
100% shrink-free crack filler SBR latex for waterproofing Efflorescence-resistant Acrylic elastomeric exterior
and repairs penetrative primer waterproof coating
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PODIUM
WATERPROOFING
Waterproofing for Dry
Podiums
Dr. Fixit Extensa
Methodology
SURFACE PREPARATION
¬¬ Remove all surface imperfections,
protrusions, structurally unsound
and loose concrete, and repair with
polymer modified mortar using
Dr. Fixit Pidicrete URP.
¬¬ Make angle fillets all around the
periphery of the podium wall with
polymer modified mortar prepared
with Dr. Fixit Pidicrete URP.
¬¬ Clean all surfaces with compressed
air, and ensure they are free of
loose materials, oils, form release
agents and other contaminants.
Priming
¬¬ Priming is generally not required
on concrete substrates for Dr. Fixit
Extensa.
Dr. Fixit Pidicrete URP
SBR latex for waterproofing and repairs
System Life Highly flexible, tough and puncture-resistant
Expectancy: waterproofing system that sustains
structural movements
15 years
Application
¬¬ After drying, spray-apply Dr. Fixit
Extensa to achieve minimum
thickness of 1.5 mm.
¬¬ Apply Dr. Fixit Extensa through
compatible equipment only. It
cannot be sprayed through other
types of commonly available
sprayers.
¬¬ Place a geotextile fabric of 300 gsm
over the membrane before laying
the concrete screed of 75 mm
(average) modified with Dr. Fixit
Pidiproof LW+ with 1:100 slope.
It should be properly aligned with
drain outlets for efficient drainage
of water.
Dr. Fixit Extensa
Highly elastomeric and puncture resistant
waterproofing coating
PODIUM
WATERPROOFING
Waterproofing for Dry
Podiums
System Life Reliable waterproofing system with flexibility
Expectancy: to accommodate structural movements
Dr. Fixit Flexicoat PU
10 years
PWP 15 PWP 10
Methodology
SURFACE PREPARATION Application
1
Slab ¬¬ Remove all surface imperfections, ¬¬ Apply Dr. Fixit Flexicoat PU by a
1
protrusions, structurally unsound brush or trowel or squeegee in two Slab
2 Dr. Fixit Extensa
coats maintaining the spreading 2 Dr. Fixit Flexicoat PU
3 Geotextile
and loose concrete, and repair with
polymer modified mortar using rate to achieve the desired Dry Film 3 Geotextile
4 Angle Fillet
Dr. Fixit Pidicrete URP. Thickness or DFT of 1.5 mm. 4 Angle Fillet
5 Drip Mould
¬¬ Make angle fillets all around the ¬¬ Air-cure Dr. Fixit Flexicoat PU 5 Drip Mould
6 Screed periphery of the podium wall with membrane for a minimum of 72
6 Screed
polymer modified mortar prepared hours at 27°C before placing the
with Dr. Fixit Pidicrete URP. protection.
¬¬ Clean all surfaces with compressed ¬¬ Once the coat is dry, lay a layer of
air, and ensure they are free of geotextile membrane of 300 gsm.
loose materials, oils, form release ¬¬ After laying the geotextile
agents and other contaminants. membrane, overlay a screed of 75
mm (average) of M 20 concrete
Priming
grade for the protection of the
Priming is generally not required membrane and to provide a
on concrete substrates for Dr. Fixit proper slope for effective draining
Flexicoat PU. of rain water.
6 6
5 5
4 4
3 3
2 2
1 1
Dr. Fixit Pidiproof LW+ Dr. Fixit Pidicrete URP Dr. Fixit Flexicoat PU
Integral liquid waterproofing compound SBR latex for waterproofing and repairs Pitch modified polyurethane membrane coating
for plaster and concrete
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PODIUM WATERPROOFING
WITH LANDSCAPING AND
SWIMMING POOL

Waterproofing Protection to
Swimming Pool at Podium or
any Other Floor

Dr. Fixit Extensa

Dr. Fixit Fastflex

Methodology
SURFACE PREPARATION
¬¬ Remove all surface imperfections,
protrusions, structurally unsound
and loose concrete, and repair with
polymer modified mortar using
Dr. Fixit Pidicrete URP.
¬¬ Clean all surfaces with compressed
air, and ensure they are free of
loose materials, oils, form release
agents and other contaminants.
¬¬ Carry out the grouting for light
fitting casings, pipes, inserts, etc.,
provided in the concrete raft floor
and walls using a Dr. Fixit Bathseal
Grout, a non-shrink grout.
¬¬ Wrap the inserts with Dr. Fixit
Bathseal Tape to ensure a water-
tight fitting, before grouting the
inserts.
Priming
Priming is generally not required
on concrete substrates for Dr. Fixit
Extensa.
Application on PCC below the Raft
Slab
¬¬ Spray-apply Dr. Fixit Extensa to
achieve a minimum thickness of 2
mm. Apply Dr. Fixit Extensa using
only designated equipment. It cannot
be sprayed through any other type
of commonly available sprayers.
¬¬ Extend the Dr. Fixit Extensa
coating up to the top and cover
the overflow concrete channels all
around the periphery of the pool.
¬¬ Over this, place a 3.5 mm fleece
backed self-adhesive membrane ­-
Dr. Fixit Samshield PS 3500.
Being self-adhesive, it will stick to
Dr. Fixit Extensa and will serve
as protection for the subsequent
short-creting that needs to be
done (in case of a swimming pool).
Carry out the short-creting over
a steel reinforcement installed in
accordance to the engineer’s advice,
and to the required thickness.
Use a wooden float to give it a
smooth finish.
¬¬ After a thorough curing of at least
3 - 4 days, take up Dr. Fixit Fastflex
for application over the short-creted
surface. Just before this, apply angle
fillets in polymer modified mortar
admixed with Dr. Fixit Pidicrete
URP all round the periphery of the
swimming pool floor, at the parapet
wall junctions.
¬¬ Initiate the application of Dr. Fixit
Fastflex over a saturated surface
dry short-crete. A total of three coats
should be applied in all, ensuring that
each coat of application dries before
taking up the next.
PWP 10 - LSP
System Life
Expectancy:
¬¬ Treat the areas in the pool around
the insert pipes and the wall-to-floor
junctions by embedding a glass fibre
mesh of 2.5 mm x 2.5 mm weighing
50 gsm between the first and second
coats. Place them when the first
coat is still wet. This will increase the
waterproofing protection in these
areas.
¬¬ While the third coat of Dr. Fixit
Fastflex is wet, broadcast with clean
and washed sand liberally and set
along with the application. This will
provide a key for the subsequent Roff
adhesives that will be needed to fix the
swimming pool tiles.
¬¬ After completing the tiling work, apply
Roff RTM epoxy grout to fill the
gaps in the tiles. Protect the entire
application against chlorine in the
water that is generally used to clean
the pools.
¬¬ For waterproofing of landscapes, it is
extremely important to place Dr. Fixit
Samshield PS 3500 over Dr. Fixit
Extensa.
¬¬ Provision of slope in landscaping
whether on roofs or podiums
becomes mandatory.
¬¬ Place drain cell boards from standard
companies over this. The specification
of the drain board generally depends
upon the amount of water discharge
and the kind of landscaping as
Highly flexible, tough waterproofing system that
easily bears pressure exerted by water column
10 years
proposed by the architects. If the ¬¬ Provision of drainage is absolutely
drain cell board does not have a essential, which should be provided
geotextile membrane over it, place by the customer on the advice of the
an appropriate membrane which architect or the consultant. Place soil
allows water to trickle through to the over the geotextile membrane.
underside.
11
1
Floor Concrete
2 Dr. Fixit Extensa
10
3 Steel Cage with Pedestal
9
4 Short-Crete
5 Dr. Fixit Fastflex (2 coats)
8
6 Dr. Fixit Fastflex (3rd coat with Sprinkled Sand)
7
7 Roff NSA & Roff RTM Tile Grout
6
8 Concrete Wall
5
9 Pipe Inlet Fitting Dr. Fixit Bathseal Tape &
4
Dr. Fixit Bathseal Grout
3
10 Light Fitting Casing with Dr. Fixit Bathseal Grout &
Dr. Fixit Bathseal Tape 2
11 Steel Grating
1

Dr. Fixit Pidicrete URP Dr. Fixit Bathseal Grout Dr. Fixit Bathseal Tape Dr. Fixit Extensa Dr. Fixit Samshield Dr. Fixit Fastflex
SBR latex for waterproofing and repairs Non-shrink grout for pipe fitting Leak-proof sealing tape for pipe Highly elastomeric and puncture-resistant Self-adhesive bituminous membrane High-performance polymer modified
wrapping waterproofing coating cementitious coating
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 WET AREA
WATERPROOFING
Comprehensive System for
100% Leak-Free Bathrooms
Dr. Fixit Bathseal
Methodology
Surface Preparation
¬¬ Clean with compressed air or
pressure-wash all surfaces. Allow
Water
them to dry so they are free of loose
materials, oils, form release agents
Bodies
and other contaminants.
¬¬ Make angle fillets all around the
periphery of the wall with polymer
modified mortar prepared with
Dr. Fixit Pidicrete URP.
¬¬ The gaps around the pipe inserts and
the floor traps, etc. should not be
wider than 50 mm.
Application
¬¬ Seal sanitary pipes entering through
the walls and floor with Dr. Fixit
Bathseal Tape and grout the gaps
with Dr. Fixit Bathseal Grout —
a non-shrink cementitious grout.
¬¬ Securely fit the ‘Nahani’ trap, etc. in
the same manner. Grout the gaps
around it, too.
¬¬ Now, apply the first coat of Dr. Fixit
Bathseal WPC in the sunken area
and extend up to 150 mm on walls
and above the finished floor level
(FFL).
¬¬ Extend the coating in shower flash
zone — 1500 mm wide x 1800 mm
high.
¬¬ While this first coat of Dr. Fixit
Bathseal WPC is still wet, cover all
angle fillets with a 150 mm wide strip
Dr. Fixit Bathseal Tape
Wrapping tape for leak-free pipe fitting
System Life Easy to use multi product kit for bathroom
Expectancy: waterproofing
15 years
WW 15
of open woven glass fibre mesh of Dr. Fixit Pidiproof LW+ can be laid
2 mm x 2 mm. Do this immediately after 24 hours to fix these pipes in
over the coating and allow it to soak position.
completely.
¬¬ Begin the tiling work after finalising
¬¬ Cover it with one additional coat the plumbing work in the bathroom
of Dr. Fixit Bathseal WPC over floor and wall. Use the Roff tiling
the angle fillets and allow it to dry adhesives and RTM tile grouts.
completely.
¬¬ After finishing these tasks, start
¬¬ Apply the second coat of Dr. Fixit fitting the sanitary ware. Fill the
Bathseal WPC after the first coat gaps around with Dr. Fixit Bathseal
dries completely. Also, cover the Sealant to complete the bathroom
angle fillets during the second coat waterproofing.
application.
Alternatively, Dr. Fixit Bathseal
¬¬ After 24 to 72 hours, lay a concrete Plus can be applied as a high-
screed of 50 mm thickness on the performance, premium bathroom
sunken portion. Sanitary pipes and waterproofing system in place of
traps can be laid over this screed, Dr. Fixit Bathseal WPC.
the next day. Brickbat Coba using
Tile
Brickbat Coba
1500 mm
Screed
Roff Rainbow
Tile Mate
DRY AREA
WET AREA
1800 mm
Dr. Fixit Bathseal
Sealant
Sandwiched
Fibre Mesh
300 mm
100 mm
Dr. Fixit
Bathseal WPC
Dr. Fixit
Bathseal Grout
Dr. Fixit Bathseal Tape
Concrete Slab
Dr. Fixit Bathseal Kit
One-stop solution for leak-free bathrooms
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SWIMMING POOL BELOW
GROUND LEVEL
System to Prevent Water Loss
FROM EXTERNAL SIDE
Dr. Fixit Samshield XL 2100
Methodology
For Raft Slab and External Walls
SURFACE PREPARATION
¬¬ Clean all surfaces with compressed
air, and ensure they are free of
loose materials, oils, form release
agents and other contaminants.
¬¬ Remove all surface imperfections,
protrusions, structurally unsound
and loose concrete, and repair with
polymer modified mortar using
Dr. Fixit Pidicrete URP.
Priming
Carry out priming all over the blinding
concrete or PCC that is properly
levelled using Dr. Fixit Torchshield
Primer. Use a roller or brush over a
dried surface. Allow the primer to dry
for 8 to 10 hours.
Application on PCC below Raft Slab
¬¬ Lay the SBS based self-adhesive
membrane — Dr. Fixit Samshield
XL 2100 — by providing an overlap
of at least 100 mm.
¬¬ Extend the membrane to the
maximum extent of the area of the
blinding concrete.
¬¬ Lay geotextile membrane of 120 gsm
as a protection layer over Dr. Fixit
Samshield XL 2100 membrane.
¬¬ A screed of 50 mm must be overlaid
of M 20 concrete grade, which will
Dr. Fixit Pidicrete URP
SBR latex for waterproofing and repairs
System Life Tough waterproofing system for below
Expectancy: grade application
10 years
facilitate the reinforcement cage to
be assembled so the RCC raft can be
cast over it.
Application on Retaining Wall
¬¬ Place Dr. Fixit Waterbar SW
2020 — a swellable, compressible,
adhesive strip — of 20 mm x 20
mm size in concrete joints in the
retaining walls and at raft level while
concreting.
¬¬ Provide angle fillets measuring 40
mm x 40 mm at the corners, all
around the swimming pool floor
and walls from external side.
¬¬ Prepare the retaining wall surface
by cleaning and priming it with
Dr. Fixit Torchshield Primer to
receive the waterproofing system.
¬¬ Apply Dr. Fixit Samshield XL
2100 starting from the bottom
of external wall, right up to the
ground level. Ensure that Dr. Fixit
Samshield XL 2100 is applied
up to at least 300 mm above the
ground level.
¬¬ Once the application is complete,
place a bituminous protection board
of 4 mm thickness or a dimpled
HDPE drainage board of 12 mm
thickness for protection.
Dr. Fixit Samshield
Self-adhesive bituminous
membrane
SWIMMING POOL BELOW
GROUND LEVEL
System to Prevent Water
Loss from internal sides
Dr. Fixit Fastflex
SWP 10
Methodology
For Internal Areas
1
PCC
SURFACE PREPARATION
2 Dr. Fixit Torchshield Primer
3 Dr. Fixit Samshield XL 2100
¬¬ Clean the internal surface areas
(horizontal and vertical) thoroughly
4 Geotextile Fabric
so they are free of all contaminants
5 Screed like dust, traces of curing
compound, oil and grease.
6 Dr. Fixit Waterbar SW2020
7 Protection Board ¬¬ Remove all surface imperfections,
protrusions, structurally unsound
and loose concrete, and repair with
polymer modified mortar using
Dr. Fixit Pidicrete URP.
¬¬ At internal side walls and raft
junction, cast angle fillets
measuring 40 mm x 40 mm all
around the swimming pool floor.
Application
7 ¬¬ After complete curing of the raft
6 slab and retaining walls, apply the
6
first coat of Dr. Fixit Fastflex,
5
maintaining the saturated surface
4 dry condition.
3 ¬¬ While the coat is still wet, embed
2 a glass fibre mesh measuring 2.5
mm x 2.5 mm of 50 gsm over the
1
angle fillets as a reinforcing strip
and allow it to soak completely.
Immediately apply one additional
coat to sandwich this glass fibre
mesh between the Dr. Fixit Fastflex
coatings.
¬¬ Apply the second coat of Dr. Fixit
Fastflex.
Dr. Fixit Waterbar Dr. Fixit Pidicrete URP
Flexible adhesive waterstop strip SBR latex for waterproofing and repairs
System Life Highly puncture-resistant and tough below
Expectancy: grade waterproofing membrane system
10 years
SWP 10
¬¬ After the second coat has completely
dried, apply the third coat of Dr. Fixit
1 Binding Concrete (PCC)
Fastflex and sprinkle coarse sand
2 Dr. Fixit Torchshield Primer
while it is still wet. This will provide
the key for subsequent tile adhesive 3 Dr. Fixit Torchshield AP 4160
materials. 4 Geotextile
¬¬ Wrap the inserts with Dr. Fixit 5 Concrete Screed
Bathseal Tape to ensure a water-tight
6 Concrete Raft Slab
fitting.
7 Dr. Fixit Fastflex (2 coats)
¬¬ Carry out the grouting for light fitting
casings, pipes, insert, etc., provided in 8 Dr. Fixit Fastflex
(3rd Coat with Sand)
the concrete raft floor and walls using
a Dr. Fixit Bathseal Grout, a non- 9 Roff NSA &
shrink grout. Roff RTM Epoxy Grout
10 Light Fixture with
¬¬ Liberally apply Dr. Fixit Fastflex
Dr. Fixit Bathseal Grout
around the insert pipes and around the
sandwiched light fittings with an open 11 Pipe Opening with
woven mesh for extra precaution. Dr. Fixit Bathseal Grout
¬¬ Apply tiles using tile adhesives from
the Roff range depending on whether
they are glass mosaics or ceramics.
¬¬ After tile fixing, fill the grooves /
tile joints with epoxy based
Roff RTM tile grouts.
11
9
10
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
Dr. Fixit Fastflex Roff RTM Epoxy
High-performance polymer modified Non-shrink grout for pipe fitting
cementitious coating
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GROUNDWATER
RESERVOIRS
Waterproofing of
Groundwater Reservoirs
Dr. Fixit Samshield XL
Dr. Fixit Fastflex
Methodology
SURFACE PREPARATION
¬¬ For horizontal application,
smoothen and level the new
concrete layer. Leave it to mature
for at least 72 hours.
¬¬ Before laying the waterproofing
membrane, clean the waste off
the surface. Remove all surface
imperfections, protrusions,
structurally unsound and loose
concrete and repair with polymer
modified mortar using Dr. Fixit
Pidicrete URP.
¬¬ Where the separate concrete layers
are poured at different levels, fill
the gaps and smoothen to obtain a
comparatively smooth surface.
¬¬ When cleaning the substrate,
remove any pollutants — such as
chemicals, curing agents etc. which
may affect the membrane adhesion.
Installation of Dr. Fixit Samshield
Membrane for Waterproofing
Floor of the Reservoir
¬¬ Level out the PCC / blinding
concrete to see whether the surface
is cleaned of any debris
and protrusions. It must be
completely dry to begin the
waterproofing process using
Dr. Fixit Samshield XL.
Dr. Fixit Pidicrete URP
SBR latex for waterproofing and repairs
¬¬ Prime the area with Dr. Fixit
Torchshield Primer which is
solvent-based. Leave it to dry for 8
to 10 hours, or overnight.
¬¬ Apply the Dr. Fixit Samshield XL
membrane along the length and
breadth of the PCC area. Peel off
the silicone release paper and stick
it over the primed surface. Use a
roller to press it firmly and ensure
there are no wrinkles. Keep pressing
and straightening the membrane till
it is firmly adhered to the surface.
¬¬ Lay down rolls of Dr. Fixit
Samshield XL with side laps of
50 – 60 mm on its ‘selvedge’. The
end-laps that come every 10 metres
length-wise should measure
100 mm.
¬¬ Carry out the application for
the entire area in this manner.
Application should be done when
the weather is favourable and
should not be kept exposed for a
long time.
¬¬ Overlay a geotextile immediately,
followed by casting a levelled
concrete screed of 50 mm of
M 20 grade.
Dr. Fixit Samshield
Self-adhesive bituminous membrane
GRWP 10
System Life High performance waterproofing for water
Expectancy: tanks and ground reservoirs
10 years
¬¬ After properly curing the screed,
take up the task of casting the
concrete raft.
Waterproofing of the Exterior Side
of the Retaining Wall
¬¬ Apply Dr. Fixit Samshield XL on
the external side using the same
procedure as given above.
¬¬ After applying Dr. Fixit Samshield
XL on each level of the reservoir’s
exterior, place a protection board of mixture is obtained. The product ¬¬ After 8 hours again, when the
highly compressible board, to allow is brush-applied to achieve 1 mm second coat is wet, apply the third
the backfilling of soil. in 2 coats of application. Dr. Fixit coat of Dr. Fixit Fastflex. This is
Fastflex forms a highly elastomeric basically meant for broadcasting
Construction of the Basement membrane when cured and sustains cleaned and washed sand liberally
Retaining Wall of the Reservoir the water movement in large water over it.
containing structures. It has an ¬¬ This will facilitate easy plastering
¬¬ Take up waterproofing for the
elongation of 150%. of 20 mm over the Dr. Fixit
internal side of the retaining wall
using Dr. Fixit Fastflex. ¬¬ After the first coat of application, Fastflex membrane. This finishes
place a glass fibre mesh of 2.5 mm the internal surface of the water
¬¬ After thorough surface preparation,
x 2.5 mm over the membrane, while reservoir.
on a pre-wetted concrete surface
the coating is still wet.
with water, carry out the application ¬¬ After the plaster apply Dr. Fixit
of Dr. Fixit Fastflex in 3 coats. ¬¬ After the first coat dries in about 8 Safeguard for anti-microbial/
hours or so, apply the second coat anti-fungal/anti-algae properties
Note: Dr. Fixit Fastflex is a
over it, covering up the mesh on the and prevent the growth of harmful
cementitious acrylic membrane
first coat. elements in internal area of potable
that only needs mixing with a
water tanks.
forced action mixer attached to a
suitable mixing paddle, until the
two parts of the product become
homogeneous and a lump-free
Dr. Fixit Fastflex Dr. Fixit Safeguard
High performance polymer modified cementitious coating Safe waterproof coating for internal walls of potable water tanks
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