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There are two waterproofing specification suggested. The cementitious and the polyurethane one. I am afraid because the application is too costly when the choice is wrong. I would like to know the advantage and disadvantage of the two suggested material. ...

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    What is the best waterproofing application and materials in tunnel construction or even buildings below the ground?

    Many types of waterproofing elements, admixtures, and materials are available in the market. Following are some of the examples Rubberized asphalt PVC membrane of waterproofing Polyurethane Cementitious coating Bituminous coating or membrane Waterproofing of tunnel is the challenging task of the tunRead more

    Many types of waterproofing elements, admixtures, and materials are available in the market. Following are some of the examples

    1. Rubberized asphalt
    2. PVC membrane of waterproofing
    3. Polyurethane
    4. Cementitious coating
    5. Bituminous coating or membrane

    Waterproofing of tunnel is the challenging task of the tunnelling industry. Following are the methods of waterproofing used in the tunnelling,

    1. Waterproofing by applied spray
    2. Waterproofing by conventional sheets (sheets jointed by welding)
    3. Use of hybrid materials like waterproof concrete, admixtures mixed Portland cement and aggregate. In this case, admixtures make the concrete water-resistant.
    4. Use of PVC, rubber materials, Vimal PVC materials is globally accepted.

    Waterproofing in the tunnel is aim to give basic support and it makes the inner structure of waterproof for the age of fast and reliable transportation without any type of hazardous situations.

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