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When mixed with water and applied as a cementitious coating, the active chemicals in
Xypex® cause a catalytic reaction which generates a non-soluble
crystalline formation of dendritic fibers within the pores and capillary tracts of concrete.
This process permanently seals the concrete against the penetration of water or liquids from
any direction.
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Step 1 - The Battle
Snow and ice, wet dirt, groundwater -- foundations are exposed to
many sources of water and moisture. Problems are often made worse by
poor drainage, faulty gutters, and sprinklers.
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Step 2 - The Water Leaks In
Floor-wall cold joints, cracks, tie holes, capillaries, bleed
paths, degrading tar coats, torn or delaminating membranes -- water
finds many ways to get through concrete.
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Step 3 - Applying The Cure
Applied from the inside or the outside, to new or old conrete,
XYPEX reacts with concrete byproducts to cause integral
waterproofing. |
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Step 4 - Crystallization Begins
XYPEX causes a quartz-like dendritic crystalline structure to
form within the capillary system of the concrete. It becomes a
part of the concrete, not just a sealer that's stuck on the
surface. |
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Step 5 - Water Leaks Are Stopped
XYPEX crystals fill all water paths through concrete. The
crystals continue to develop in the concrete over time, blocking new
water paths that develop, even years after application. The
concrete "heals" itself. |
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Step 6 - Dynamic--Integral--Permanent
Over time, the XYPEX-catalyzed crystal growth forms a waterproof
matrix throughout the entire interior of the foundation. Given enough
time, the crystals will penetrate the entire mass of concrete.
New cracks, should any form, will be sealed in an ongoing,
dynamic process. |
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