5 Waterproofing & Restoration Products We Recommend Most

"What product should I use for this?" As manufacturer's reps, we get this question a lot.

While the answer (of course) depends on the specifics of the job, there are certain waterproofing and restoration products we find ourselves recommending again and again.

Here are five of them.

Optic™ Architectural Coating

Waterproof your façade without changing its appearance

What it is: Optic is a 100% silicone-based coating that goes over masonry, brick, concrete, stucco, wood, natural stone, and other substrates. It cures into a thin, breathable, waterproof membrane that lets the underlying substrate show through.

Use it on: Leaking façades where you need a waterproof barrier but can’t (or shouldn’t) alter the building’s appearance. Think landmarked buildings, historic brick, or any façade that the owner doesn’t want repainted or resurfaced.

Why we recommend it:

• Cost-effective, long-term alternative to invasive façade replacement or temporary fixes

• Provides lasting waterproof protection while preserving the existing look of the building

• Simple application – primerless adhesion to most substrates

• Vapor permeable, so moisture already in the wall can escape

• Added bonus: It resists graffiti. Most paint and inks wipe off the cured surface with ordinary cleaners.

PreTak

High-performance below-grade waterproofing at a competitive price

What it is: PreTak is a fully adhered, pre-applied HDPE sheet membrane for below-grade waterproofing. It bonds directly to freshly placed concrete or shotcrete, creating a continuous waterproof barrier.

Use it on: Blindside foundation walls and underslab applications, particularly where hydrostatic pressure, high water tables, or contaminated soils are a concern.

Why we recommend it:

• Fully bonds to concrete to help prevent lateral water migration

• HydroLap™ seams adhere even in wet jobsite conditions

• Highly puncture resistant and durable during construction

• Wide rolls mean fewer seams and faster installation

• Delivers the performance of a fully adhered HDPE system at a competitive price point

  
  

US Thin Patch V/O

Make strong, long-lasting vertical/overhead repairs

What it is: US Thin Patch V/O is a single component, polymer modified concrete repair product. This rapid hardening mortar is specifically designed for vertical and overhead repairs, and comes ready to use – just add water.

Use it on: Bridges, tunnels, balconies, parking decks, manholes, sewers, piers, bulkheads, elevated concrete slabs and slabs on grade

Why we recommend it:

• Impressive strength and durability – 6000 psi compressive strength, 2500 psi bond strength, and 1800 psi flexural strength after 28 days

• NSF/ANSI/CAN 61 & 372 certified for drinking water systems

• Excellent value – high-performance without the corporate overhead costs

• Its integral corrosion inhibitor protects the rebar underneath

• Excellent freeze thaw resistance – 99.2% after 300 cycles

PURINJECT 1C Soil

Stabilize weak soil in place and control groundwater

What it is: A low-viscosity, hydrophobic polyurethane injection resin used to stabilize, solidify, and waterproof soil. Once injected, it reacts to form a closed-cell foam that binds the surrounding soil together.

Use it on: Projects requiring soil stabilization, pre-excavation, support of excavation, dewatering, groundwater control, and underpinning applications.

Why we recommend it:

• Stabilizes weak or loose soil in place without the need for excavation and replacement

• Low viscosity (25 cP) allows the resin to penetrate small voids and spaces in the soil

• Solidifies soil while also controlling groundwater

• Strong, non-shrinking properties after cure – withstands compressive loads

• Adjustable reaction time gives installers more control based on site and soil conditions

DryFix

Secure masonry walls without resin, grout, or visible repairs

What it is: DryFix is a slim, versatile mechanical pinning and remedial tying system for stabilizing and securing masonry walls. It requires no resin, grout or mechanical expansion. The helical tie is power-driven into a small pilot hole using a special installation tool, leaving it recessed below the masonry face for a virtually invisible finish.

Use it on: Cavity and solid masonry walls where existing wall ties need to be replaced. It can also be used to secure multiple layers of masonry and to pin delicate masonry features where a discreet, stress-free fixing is required.

Why we recommend it:

• Leaves masonry virtually unmarked

• Highly economical with low installation costs

• No resin or grout required

• Fast to install – reduces labor time and disruption on site

• Effective in bricks, blocks, concrete, hard mortar, wood stud, metal stud

• Stress-free fix– no mechanical expansion means less risk of disturbing surrounding masonry

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