Contite ® WS2

A TWO PART CEMENTITIOUS WATERPROOFING MEMBRANE FOR CONCRETE & MORTAR SURFACES

DESCRIPTION MIXING
A two part acrylic polymer modified cementitious Contite WS2 is supplied in premeasured units. Slowly
waterproof coating supplied in kits ready to use for the add the powder to the liquid and mix to a lump free
protection of concrete and mortar. Contite WS2 provides smooth consistency. Do not add water or rework a
excellent adhesion and durability. stiffened mix by adding water. Mix sufficient material to
Contite WS2 complies with the requirements of EN use within 30-40 minutes.
1504-2 as protective coating. SUBSTRATE PREPARATION
The substrate should be clean and sound, free of dust
USES & ADVANTAGES loose particles, grease, oil, primers from previous
Contite WS2 is suitable for many waterproofing membrane systems or bitumen. Bitumen or primers
applications including for sealing swimming pools, bal- should be removed by shotblasting or mechanical
conies, bathrooms, wet areas, tanks and basements. means, alternatively seal with a Cormix Sealer. Bond
tests should be undertaken if the surface is already
Advantages Include:- saturated with bitumen or bitumen primers. Spalled
• Minor / micro crack bridging & sealing. concrete should be repaired by cutting out to sound
• Non toxic. concrete and patching with Conpatch 600 (consult
• Excellent adhesion. Cormix International Technical Department).
• Protection against carbonation and chlorides. APPLICATION
• Unlike conventional coatings that require the concrete to Saturate the concrete’s surface with clean water. Apply
cure for 7 - 28 days it can be applied to 24 hours old the first coat while the surface is still damp but no free
concrete.
standing water. Apply using a short stiff bristle brush or
• Increased frost & salt resistance.
roller at a minimum of 0.5-1.0 mm per coat. Leave to dry
• Easy to apply.
• Minimum surface preparation needed. for 2-6 hours. The second coat can be rubbed down with
• Excellent for damp-proofing basements below ground. a soft dry sponge. Spray or trowel application is
• Breathable - allows transmission of water vapour from acceptable providing the mixing ratio is adjusted to
interior of building. achieve the right consistency.
• PRECAUTIONS
Contite WS2 can be used for concrete protection. in Pull off tests should be undertaken with non-standard
particular it is: surfaces and to check bond of tile adhesive to Contite
 Suitable for protection against ingress (Principle 1, WS2. On hot surfaces e.g. above 40oC surface tem-
method 1.3 of EN 1504-9), perature a primer coat of mixed Contite WS2 and water
 Suitable for moisture control (Principle 2, method 2.2 of
with a slurry consistency should be applied. Con-
EN 1504-9)
 Suitable for increasing the resistivity (Principle 8, method
sideration to saturating the surface in advance and
8.2 of EN 1504-9) protection from adverse wind & sun conditions must be
given in exposed areas. The Contite WS2 must be
applied over the primer coat before it dries. For light foot
PROPERTIES traffic areas the coating should be at least 2 mm thick.
Component: Two Part For advice contact Cormix Technical Service De-
(Part A - Polymer /Part B - Powder) partment.
Appearance: Grey (when mixed)
Mixed Density: 2.00 + 0.05 kg/l. DETAILING
Pot life: 30 minutes at 30oC. Wall to Floor Joint Detail - Blocks, Bricks or Concrete
Pot life will be shortened at higher temperatures
Tensile Strength: > 0.5 N/mm2
ASTM D412/DIN53455
Adhesion to Concrete: > 0.5 MPa
ASTM D4541
Application Temperature: +5oC to +40oC Contite
Mixing Ratio: A : B = 1 : 4 by weight WS2
Coverage: Approx. 1-1.5 kg/m2/coat 150 mm.
at 0.5 mm thickness, apply 2 coats
Conpatch
600

* Properties are typical under laboratory conditions and do

not constitute a specification. Field trials are recommended.

Rev.022 Nov 2018

 Contite ® WS2
A TWO PART CEMENTITIOUS WATERPROOFING MEMBRANE FOR CONCRETE & MORTAR SURFACES

Construction/Cold Joint & Pipe Penetration Detail COVERAGE RATES

Contite WS2 Elastoclad 2-3 kg/m2/2 coats. Actual coverage depends upon
porosity & texture of the substrate.
Conflex LM+Primer
CLEANING
Congrout Clean tools with water before material hardens.
1000 Contite Waterstop
PACKAGING
Contite 25 kgs set. Part A liquid 5 kg plastic pails; Part B powder
Conpatch 600
WS2 20 kg bags.
STORAGE & SHELFLIFE
In excess of 9 months if unopened, stored free from frost,
moisture and direct sunlight.
Drain Detail HEALTH & SAFETY
Contite WS2 Contite WS2 is non-toxic but is alkaline in its nature.
When applying gloves & goggles should be worn. Wash
Elastoclad
off splashes to skin with water. If in eyes wash out with
plenty of clean water and seek medical attention. Contite
WS2 is non-flammable.
TECHNICAL SERVICE
The Cormix International Technical Service Department
is available to assist you in the correct use of our
Contite Waterstop
products and its resources are at your disposal entirely
without obligation.

Penetration Detail
QUALITY ASSURANCE

Contite WS2
ISO 9001: 2015 verified by TUV Nord.
Elastoclad

10 cm
Conflex LM +
10 cm Primer 1012
Cormix International Limited Permeability to CO2: SD> 50 m
89 Romklao Rd, Sansab, Permeability to water
Minburi, Bangkok 10150 vapour: SD> 5m
09 Capiliary absorption and
1012-CPD-0102 Permeability to water: < 0.1 kg/m2h0.5
Contite Waterstop EN 1504-2/EN1504-9 Pull-off test: > 0.8 N/mm2
Protection and repair of Dangerous substances: Comply with 5.4
Concrete structures : Reaction to fire: Class E
Surface protection systems for
concrete coating (PI, MC, IR)

CURING
CONTACT DETAILS
Contite WS2 should be protected from high wind &
intense sunshine. Keep moist for 3 - 4 days after Cormix International Limited
application. Protect from rain until fully hardened. 89 Romklao Rd., Sansab, Minburi, Bangkok 10510
Tel. (66 2) 917 3955-8, 543 8890
SUBSEQUENT FINISHES Fax. (66 2) 917 3959, 543 8891
http://www.cormix.com
Contite WS2 is compatible with most forms of sub- E-mail: [email protected]
sequent coatings.

NOTE : Every reasonable precaution is taken in the manufacture of all CORMIX-products to ensure that they comply with CORMIX‘s high standard of quality. The recommendations and properties of the
product are based upon what is believed to be the most reliable information available, and are not intended as recommendations which infringe on other patents. Although all CORMIX-products are subject
to rigid quality tests, no specific guarantee can be given, because results depend, not only on quality, but also on other factors beyond our control. We welcome therefore consultation in the event of doubt
concerning application, or performance, and point out those oral recommendations, which vary from the instructions contained herein, are not binding without written confirmation by CORMIX. All transactions
shall be subject to our terms and conditions of sale-delivery-and-service. This data sheet supersedes the previous one and a reprint may be issued without notice to supersede this edition, as and when
deemed necessary. The information given in this leaflet is to the best of our knowledge true and reliable. Field service where provided does not constitute supervisory responsibility. Our guarantee is
therefore limited to the quality of materials delivered.