BBA Cert Sika Waterproofing Systems 00 - 3761
BBA Cert Sika Waterproofing Systems 00 - 3761
BBA Cert Sika Waterproofing Systems 00 - 3761
INSPECTION
Sika Ltd TESTING
CERTIFICATION
Watchmead TECHNICAL APPROVALS FOR CONSTRUCTION
Welwyn Garden City
Herts AL7 1BQ Agrment Certificate
Tel: 01707 394444 Fax: 01707 329129
e-mail: [email protected] 00/3761
website: www.sika.co.uk Product Sheet 1
CERTIFICATION INCLUDES:
factors relating to compliance with Building
Regulations where applicable
factors relating to additional non-regulatory
information where applicable
independently verified technical specification
assessment criteria and technical investigations
design considerations
installation guidance
regular surveillance of production
formal three-yearly review.
KEY FACTORS ASSESSED
Resistance to water and water vapour when applied to a concrete substrate, the systems will resist the passage of
moisture into the structure (see sections 6 and 7).
Resistance to sulfates the systems may be used in class DS1 soils and groundwater as defined in BRE Special
Digest 1 : 2005 Concrete in aggressive ground (see section 10).
Durability under normal conditions of use, the systems will provide an effective barrier to the transmission of liquid
water for the life of the building to which they are applied (see section 14).
The BBA has awarded this Certificate to the company named above for the systems described herein. These
systems have been assessed by the BBA as being fit for their intended use provided they are installed, used
and maintained as set out in this Certificate.
On behalf of the British Board of Agrment
Readers are advised to check the validity and latest issue number of this Agrment Certificate by either referring to the BBA website or contacting the BBA direct.
Additional Information
NHBC Standards 2014
NHBC accepts the use of Sika Waterproofing Systems, provided they are installed, used and maintained in
accordance with this Certificate, in relation to NHBC Standards, Section 5.1 Substructure and ground bearing floors
and as a remedial measure in relation to NHBC Standards for Conversions and Renovations, on a project specific
basis, taking account of the relevant factors.
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Technical Specification
1 Description
1.1 Sika Waterproofing Systems are a range of pre-bagged cementitious mortars (with the characteristics given in
Table 1) and a liquid admixture, and are used to produce multi-coat waterproofing renders and coatings as described
in Clause 8.2.7 of BS 8102 : 2009, and waterproof screeds.
2 Manufacture
2.1 The system components are manufactured by batch blending processes.
2.2 The Sika-1 mortars are pre-batched blends of dried graded aggregates and Portland cement(1).
(1) Versions of all four mortars are available using sulfate-resisting Portland cement for use where sulfates are present in the soil (see section 7).
Advice from the Certificate holder can be sought in such circumstances.
2.3 The Sika-1 liquid admixture is an aqueous colloidal silicate solution with chemical additives, produced by a batch-
blending process.
2.4 Sika Damp-Proofing Slurry is a mixture of Portland cement, aggregate, polymers and additives
2.5 As part of the assessment and ongoing surveillance of product quality, the BBA has:
agreed with the manufacturer the quality control procedures and product testing to be undertaken
assessed and agreed the quality control operated over batches of incoming materials
monitored the production process and verified that it is in accordance with the documented process
evaluated the process for management of nonconformities
checked that equipment has been properly tested and calibrated
undertaken to carry out the above measures on a regular basis through a surveillance process, to verify that the
specifications and quality control operated by the manufacturer are being maintained.
2.6 The management system of Sika Ltd has been assessed and registered as meeting the requirements of
BS EN ISO 9001 : 2008 by BSI (Certificate FM 12504)
3.2 The Sika-1 liquid admixture is supplied in 25 litre and 200 litre containers bearing the BBA logo incorporating the
number of this Certificate, or in bulk by tanker.
3.3 Sika Damp-Proofing Slurry is supplied in 12.5 kg plastic buckets and 25 kg bags.
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3.4 The mortars must be stored in dry conditions in unopened bags. The admixture should be stored in frost-free
conditions. The shelf-life of the materials, when stored unopened in temperatures between 10C and 30C, is at
least six months.
3.5 The system components are classified as irritant under The Chemicals (Hazard Information and Packaging
for Supply) Regulations 2009 (CHIP4)/Classification, Labelling and Packaging of Substances and Mixtures (CLP
Regulation) 2009.
3.6 The normal health and safety procedures associated with cementitious materials should be observed, during
transportation, storage and on site.
Design Considerations
4 Use
4.1 Sika Waterproofing Systems are satisfactory for internal or external waterproofing of new or existing Type A
structures (as defined in clause 8 of BS 8102 : 2009) of brickwork, blockwork or concrete construction. They provide
an effective barrier against the transmission of liquid water and for basements give a level of protection suitable for
grades 1 to 3 (see Table 3).
4.2 New buildings must be designed to withstand the hydrostatic pressure expected in service. The product should not
be applied until structural movement owing to curing is complete.
4.3 The Sika-1 liquid admixture is used with the pre-batched mortars in the proportions defined in section 17.3 of this
Certificate to produce Sika-1 renders or screeds.
4.4 Sika-1 renders are satisfactory for use as:
a two- or three-coat system for external or internal waterproofing above ground level
a three- or four-coat system for waterproofing basements, swimming pools or water-retaining structures by internal
rendering.
4.5 Sika-1 screeds are satisfactory for use as a three-coat system to waterproof:
basement floors in conjunction with Sika-1 internal render to the walls
floors in wet areas (eg shower rooms).
4.6 The surface is installed using conventional rendering and screeding techniques. Inter-coat adhesion is achieved by
the use of spatter coats rather than by scratching, and all joints between successive applications are lapped.
4.7 The nominal thicknesses are given in Table 4:
4.8 Sika-1 admixture used in Portland cement concrete is suitable for use in contact with potable water. It is approved
by the Drinking Water Inspectorate (DWI) under the appropriate Statutory Instruments in connection with the provision
of public supplies of water for drinking, washing, cooking or food production purposes and is listed in Section 4
Sealants and Repair Materials for Cement of the DWI Approved List.
4.9 Sika Damp-Proofing Slurry is satisfactory for use:
as interior and exterior waterproofing of concrete, brickwork and blockwork structures
as a waterproofing system for tanks and pools.
4.10 Sika Damp-Proofing Slurry is not a decorative treatment (although it can be overcoated(1)) and may display signs
of blooming after rain or in damp conditions.
(1) Contact the Certificate holder for further advice.
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5 Practicability of installation
Sika Waterproofing Systems are designed to be installed by suitably competent and experienced contractors in
accordance with the Certificate holders instructions.
6 Water resistance
Sika Waterproofing Systems provide an effective barrier to the transmission of liquid water.
8 Resistance to movement
8.1 A Sika-1 render or screed is unable to accommodate substrate movement. However, a structure showing live
cracks can be waterproofed by following the procedure given in section 17.20.
8.2 Sika Damp-Proofing Slurry is slightly flexible and can be used to bridge hairline cracks, but cannot accommodate
substrate movement of designed expansion joints. The Certificate holder can advise on such details.
9 Resistance to damage
The coatings are vulnerable to damage during installation and in service, particularly when left unprotected in heavily-
trafficked areas where there is a risk of impact or abrasion.
10 Resistance to sulfate
A conventional Sika-1 system based on Portland cement or Sika Damp-Proofing Slurry may only be used in soils of
Class DS1 as defined in BRE Special Digest 1 : 2005 Concrete in aggressive ground, Table C1. A Sika-1 render
based on sulfate-resisting Portland cement may be used in soils of Class 2 (See Table 6).
11 Condensation risk
Internal application on a basement wall
11.1 When the systems are applied to the inside of a basement wall, the wall structure behind the waterproofing may
remain wet, with subsequent risk of condensation and frost damage in cold conditions.
11.2 The condensation risk can be minimised by the application of a coat of proprietary lightweight cement-based
renovating plaster, the provision of adequate heating and ventilation and, if required, the use of a dehumidifier.
12 Fixings
12.1 To avoid breaching the waterproofing when attaching fixings, one of the following should be used:
epoxy resin or polyurethane adhesive to bond lightweight fixings to the surface (the Certificate holder should be
consulted for advice on suitable materials)
recesses made in the substrate and lined with the render to form waterproof pockets to accept heavy duty fittings.
The pockets are packed with mortar to hold the fixings in position
floor-standing supports.
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12.2 If these techniques cannot be applied and it is necessary to breach the waterproof coating, recesses formed in
the substrate must be packed with the waterproof system.
14 Durability
Under normal conditions of use, the systems will provide an effective barrier to the transmission of liquid water for
the life of the building to which they are applied.
Installation
15 General
15.1 Installation of Sika Waterproofing Systems should be carried out by the Certificate holders recommended
contractors, in accordance with the manufacturers instructions. Workmanship should comply with BS 8000-0 : 2014,
BS 8000-3 : 2011 and BS 8000-4 : 1989.
15.2 The systems may be installed under most normal site conditions but external application should not be attempted
during rain, nor at temperatures below 5C.
16 Surface preparation
16.1 Before application, all surfaces must be clean, sound and free from previous coatings and surface water.
16.2 Before application as an external waterproofing treatment for brickwork or blockwork masonry, the surface must
be wire-brushed, all defective mortar joints raked out squarely 10 mm to 12 mm deep, and the surface washed thoroughly.
16.3 All joints and surface defects should be made good using Sika-1 Finishing Mortar made up with clean water.
16.4 Before application as internal tanking, the surface is bush-hammered, all mortar joints are raked out, and the
surface is washed thoroughly.
16.5 When casting new concrete, a suitable surface for the application of the product can be obtained using shutters
treated with a surface retarder(1). When the shutters are removed, the surface is wire-brushed and washed thoroughly.
Other new concrete surfaces are prepared by bush-hammering or grit/water blasting.
(1) The Certificate holder should be consulted for advice on suitable materials.
16.6 For floors, all existing coverings must be removed and all surface prepared by blasting, followed by washing to
remove debris.
16.7 Any defects are made good, and water infiltration through the surface to be treated is either diverted by
drainage or concentrated at points to be plugged(1) after three coats of a four-coat Sika-1 render have been applied.
(1) The Certificate holder should be consulted for advice on suitable materials.
16.8 Immediately prior to application, the substrate should be soaked with clean water; however, free surface water
must not be present.
17 Procedure
17.1 Sika-1 liquid is diluted (1:10 by volume) with clean water. Care must be taken to prevent lumps forming.
17.2 Unless otherwise indicated, all mixes are prepared using the appropriate pre-batched mortar and the 1:10
diluted Sika-1 solution.
17.3 The approximate quantities of solution (in litres) required are given in Table 7:
17.4 Mixing of the diluted Sika-1 admixture with the mortars should be carried out in a force-action mixer or in a
clean drum using a paddle mixer. A tumble-action mixer is not suitable.
17.5 Other materials must not be added to the mix at any stage.
Rendering
17.6 A Sika-1 Spritz and Bonding mortar is prepared and vigorously applied as a 6 mm coat over the wall surface.
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17.7 Four to five hours later, when the first coat has stiffened, a 6 mm thick coat of Sika-1 Render mortar is applied by
trowel, with a cove trowel used at internal corners. A spatter coat of the same mortar, gauged with plain water to form
a slurry, is applied to serve as a key for the next coat.
17.8 The next day a Sika-1 Finishing mortar is applied 6 mm thick and finished with a wooden float.
17.9 In a two-coat external application, above ground level, the Sika-1 Render mortar coat is omitted.
17.10 In a four-coat internal application, the Sika-1 Render mortar coat is repeated and the Finishing mortar applied
on the third day.
Floor screed
17.11 A Sika-1 Spritz and Bonding mortar is prepared and applied in strips by brush or broom.
17.12 While the first coat is still wet, a Sika-1 Spritz and Bonding mortar coat is trowel applied at a plastic
consistency, to a minimum thickness of 10 mm.
17.13 While the bonding coat is still wet, a Sika-1 screed is prepared and is applied to a minimum thickness of 30
mm and tamped vigorously. Care is taken to leave a strip of the bonding coat uncovered at the edge ensuring a lap
joint is formed with the next strip, as shown in Figure 1.
2 4
1 3
substrate
Sequence of operations:
3 4
2 5
substrate 6
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17.15 The applied system must be cured by keeping it moist for seven days. Sudden changes in temperature and
humidity should be avoided during this period. The system must be protected from frost during curing.
Sika Damp-Proofing Slurry
17.16 The powder is mixed with water using a drill and paddle stirrer (speed 500 rpm) in a plastic or steel bucket,
until the mix is free from lumps. The volume of water needed to mix the 25 kg pack(1) is dependent on the method of
application. Quantities are given in Table 8.
(1) Half the amount of water is required for the 12.5 kg pack size.
17.17 The resultant mortar mix should be applied within its workable life (approximately 30 minutes at 20C).
17.18 The product should be applied in a minimum of two layers to give a total thickness of between 2 mm and 5 mm
using one of the following methods:
brush the product should be applied in even layers using a flat fibre brush on vertical surfaces and a rubber
squeegee or brush for horizontal surfaces. The first coat is allowed to stiffen (normally after two to six hours) and a
second coat applied within 24 hours at the same coverage rate
trowel the first layer may be applied using a trowel with 3 mm to 4 mm teeth. Once the first coat has hardened,
a smooth-edged trowel may be used to apply the second coat
spray both coats are applied using wet spray equipment, ensuring the first coat has hardened sufficiently to
prevent damage from the second spray application. The second coat may be smoothed using brush or trowel.
17.19 Whilst curing, the product should be protected from direct sunlight and strong winds, using damp hessian or
polythene sheeting.
Detailing
17.20 In all cases, joints or live cracks should be sealed and reflected through the waterproofing system with a
flexible sealant suitable for the particular application.
17.21 Penetrations by such features as pipes must be securely sealed to maintain watertightness. The advice of the
Certificate holder should be sought on suitable systems.
Technical Investigations
18 Tests
18.1 Tests were carried out on the Sika Waterproofing Systems and the results assessed to determine:
resistance to water penetration
water vapour transmission rate
adhesion to substrates
inter-coat adhesion
water diffusion
water vapour diffusion
compressive and flexural strength
static modulus of elasticity
coefficient of thermal expansion
frost resistance
pull-off strength (adhesion)
alkali resistance.
18.2 An evaluation was made of the Certificate holders test data for Sika Damp-Proofing Slurry covering:
flow
density
air content
compressive strength
drying shrinkage
modulus of elasticity
pull-off strength (adhesion).
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19 Investigations
19.1 The manufacturing process was evaluated, including the methods adopted for quality control, and details were
obtained of the quality and composition of materials used.
19.2 The methods of application and durability of the product was assessed.
19.3 Visits were made to sites to assess the practicability of installation.
19.4 User surveys of treated properties were conducted.
19.5 An evaulation was made of the effect of the products on the potability of water.
Bibliography
BS 8000-0 : 2014 Workmanship on construction sites Introduction and general principles
BS 8000-3 : 2001 Workmanship on building sites Code of practice for masonry
BS 8000-4 : 1989 Workmanship on building sites Code of practice for waterproofing
BS 6920-1 : 2000 Suitability of non-metallic products for use in contact with water intended for human consumption
with regard to their effect on the quality of the water Specification
BS 8102 : 2009 Code of practice for protection of below ground structures against water from the ground
BS EN ISO 9001 : 2008 Quality management systems Requirements
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Conditions of Certification
20 Conditions
20.1 This Certificate:
relates only to the product/system that is named and described on the front page
is issued only to the company, firm, organisation or person named on the front page no other company, firm,
organisation or person may hold or claim that this Certificate has been issued to them
is valid only within the UK
has to be read, considered and used as a whole document it may be misleading and will be incomplete to be
selective
is copyright of the BBA
is subject to English Law.
20.2 Publications, documents, specifications, legislation, regulations, standards and the like referenced in this Certificate
are those that were current and/or deemed relevant by the BBA at the date of issue or reissue of this Certificate.
20.3 This Certificate will remain valid for an unlimited period provided that the product/system and its manufacture
and/or fabrication, including all related and relevant parts and processes thereof:
are maintained at or above the levels which have been assessed and found to be satisfactory by the BBA
continue to be checked as and when deemed appropriate by the BBA under arrangements that it will determine
are reviewed by the BBA as and when it considers appropriate.
20.4 The BBA has used due skill, care and diligence in preparing this Certificate, but no warranty is provided.
20.5 In issuing this Certificate, the BBA is not responsible and is excluded from any liability to any company, firm,
organisation or person, for any matters arising directly or indirectly from:
the presence or absence of any patent, intellectual property or similar rights subsisting in the product/system or any
other product/system
the right of the Certificate holder to manufacture, supply, install, maintain or market the product/system
actual installations of the product/system, including their nature, design, methods, performance, workmanship and
maintenance
any works and constructions in which the product/system is installed, including their nature, design, methods,
performance, workmanship and maintenance
any loss or damage, including personal injury, howsoever caused by the product/system, including its manufacture,
supply, installation, use, maintenance and removal
any claims by the manufacturer relating to CE marking.
20.6 Any information relating to the manufacture, supply, installation, use, maintenance and removal of this product/
system which is contained or referred to in this Certificate is the minimum required to be met when the product/system
is manufactured, supplied, installed, used, maintained and removed. It does not purport in any way to restate the
requirements of the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974, or of any other statutory, common law or other duty
which may exist at the date of issue or reissue of this Certificate; nor is conformity with such information to be taken as
satisfying the requirements of the 1974 Act or of any statutory, common law or other duty of care.