Polymers and additives

for waterproof coatings

Providing innovative solutions for
waterproofing applications
After structural integrity, the next most important factor in building and construction is waterproofing. Waterproofing systems protect against water intrusion with the
goal of maintaining long-term structural durability, surface protection, mold and mildew prevention build-up due to dampness, and ultimately occupant comfort in
buildings.
BASF polymer dispersions and formulation additives offer a number of performance features for commercial and residential waterproofing membrane systems such
as water resistance, moisture vapor permeability, waterproofing membrane strength, elongation, flexibility, crack-bridging, and adhesion to the underlying substrate.

How polymers and additives contribute Staying dry with waterproofing coatings
to waterproofing performance BASF products are used in three main waterproofing technology categories:
Polymers and additives are necessary to achieve the performance properties of
Ready-to-use mastic waterproof coatings
an effective waterproofing coating.
One-component ready-to-use coatings that
can be rolled or sprayed onto horizontal and
vertical surfaces on various substrates. In
above-grade applications, these waterproofing
membranes prevent water intrusion into
construction elements.

Traditional polymer-modified asphaltic waterproof coatings

Bitumen-based, fluid-applied coatings are often used for
below-grade waterproofing applications since asphalt has
very good water resistive properties. Formulations using
polymer-modified asphaltic emulsions see major
improvements in coating strength at ambient temperature
and flexibility at lower temperatures.

High-performance two-component cementitious mortars

Used behind tile, over masonry patching, and over
concrete surfaces. These above- and below-grade
waterproofing coatings have good affinity to concrete and
masonry substrates due to their cementitious nature, and
thus strong bonding strength. The polymer modifier
contributes to the flexibility properties.

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Dispersions for waterproofing applications
Water Testing
Product name Chemistry Tg (°C) Solids % pH Low VOC non-APEO absorption %* standard Description
Mastic waterproofing
For coatings on masonry/concrete surfaces. Formulated
ACRONAL® 4160 Styrene acrylic 38 45 7.2 Yes Yes 22% ASTM D 7088 coatings resists standing water, withstands negative-side
hydrostatic pressure, prevents water intrusion.
Styrene For flexible membranes used below tiles and over concrete.
STYROFAN® NX 1492 -8 50 8.5 Yes Yes 4% ASTM C 1306 Formulated coatings feature excellent water resistance, low
butadiene
moisture vapor transmission and good adhesion.
Multi-purpose copolymer dispersion for various low-emission
Styrene
ACRONAL 5041 5 52 7.5 Yes Yes 4% DIN EN 1062-7 applications including waterproofing over various substrates. Fast
acrylic drying with superior adhesion and good crack bridging properties.
Asphaltic waterproofing
Styrene Anionic, high molecular weight dispersion designed for use in asphalt
Butonal® NS 175 butadiene -53 71 10.4 Yes Yes 2% ASTM C 836 modification. For below-grade asphaltic waterproofing with excellent
elongation and water absorption properties.
Styrene High Tg copolymer suggested for use in below-grade asphaltic
BUTOFAN® NS 299 -17 54 11.4 Yes Yes 2% ASTM C 836
butadiene waterproofing.
Cementitious waterproofing
For two-component flexible cementitious waterproofing over
Styrene
ACRONAL S 400 -6 57 8.0 Yes – – – concrete. Formulated coatings feature low water absorption
acrylic and vapor permeable.
For cement-based waterproofing coatings used over concrete.
ACRONAL NX 4623 Acrylic 12 47 10.0 Yes – – – Formulated coatings feature good water resistance and freeze/
thaw capability.
High-performance polymer for flexible cementitious
Styrene waterproofing coatings. Potential for drinking water applications.
ACRONAL 5442 -15 53.5 7.0 Yes Yes 2% DIN EN 1062-7 Formulated coatings feature excellent crack-bridging properties,
acrylic
even at lower temperatures down to ca. -10° C to -20° C.
*Measured as % uptake of formulated film after 24 hours water exposure

Formulation additives for waterproofing

Physical Recommended applications
Product name Chemistry form Solids % Low VOC non-APEO Asphaltic Cementitious Mastic Description
Dispersing agents
Carboxylic acid Polymeric dispersing agent for TiO2 and extender pigments.
DISPEX® CX 4320 copolymer Liquid 25 Yes Yes Efficiency and high water resistance.
Defoamers
General purpose, broad spectrum mineral oil defoamer for
FOAMASTER® MO NXZ Mineral oil Liquid > 88 – Yes water-based formulations.
FOAMSTAR® ST 2420 Defoamer for pigment dispersing. Low use level, excellent
Star polymer Liquid > 99 Yes Yes persistence, and good choice for very low VOC systems.
Rheology modifiers
Highly efficient low-shear viscosity builder. Highly shear
RHEOVIS® AS 1130 ASE, Ionic Liquid 30 Yes Yes
thinning for anti-sagging and anti-settling properties.
RHEOVIS PU 1341 Polyurethane Liquid 20 Yes Yes Excellent high-shear viscosity builder. Imparts excellent flow.
Surfactant
Low foaming, non-ionic surfactant. Extender pigment
HYDROPALAT® WE 3320 Polymer based Liquid 90 Yes Yes acceptance with improved substrate wetting.
Superplasticizer
Sulphonated Ideal for use with concrete. Optimized for plasticization and
MELMENT® L 10 melamine Liquid 40 – Yes water reduction of cement-based materials.
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