WATERPROOFING

SikaProof FULLY BONDED

MEMBRANE SYSTEMS FOR
WATERTIGHT BASEMENTS
TECHNOLOGY & SYSTEMS

SikaProof
THE HIGH FLEXIBLE AND FULLY
BONDED FPO MEMBRANE SYSTEM
BASEMENTS AND OTHER BELOW GROUND STRUCTURES which are exposed to aggressive
ground conditions and stress, or those that must provide a completely dry internal environment,
require a reliable, high performance waterproofing solution. Such a solution should also be
engineered to include the protection of the concrete structure itself against the potentially
harmful influences of sea water or aggressive natural gases in soil.

Nowadays basements and other below ground structures are

required to accommodate increasingly demanding performance
specifications, from living and leisure areas in the basements
of residential properties to special technical facilities, services
and sensitive storage areas in commercial buildings.
Sika provides the unique fully bonded, high flexible TPO
membrane systems that can easily meet all of these stringent
requirements, keeping new and existing basements structures
durably and securely watertight. Due to its simple, fast and
secure application, the unique SikaProof A&P system can be
used not only for new structures, but for the renovation of
existing basements structures.

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The SikaProof membrane systems provide a dry environment to substructures with its key character, the "full bond".
Not only does this protect the concrete structure, but the full
bond between the membrane and concrete prevents lateral
water underflow between the concrete structure and the
membrane system in the event of any damage to the membrane.
The high reliability and watertight security achieved with the
SikaProof systems, combined with 45 years of global experience, gives basement owners, specifiers and contractors the
highest level of confidence in achieving their objectives

TYPICAL APPLICATIONS

SIKAPROOF A&P SYSTEMS can be used for new structures, the renovation of existing
basements structures and for a variety of other increasingly demanding applications.

NEW BASEMENT STRUCTURES

The requirements of structural waterproofing for commercial or residential
buildings are become more demanding.
The unique fully bonded SikaProof A&P
systems provide a durable, long servicelife and are a cost effective solution.

RENOVATION WORK ON EXISTING

STRUCTURES
TANK IN A TANK. Refurbishment of
existing leaking basements are becoming more important. SikaProof A as a
pre-applied fully bonded system provides a simple, cost effective solution
with high durability and security.

PRECAST CONSTRUCTION
Construction always has to be optimised
and so the precast industry is becoming
increasingly significant. SikaProof A as a
pre-applied system can be easily installed
in the precast factory, providing a simple,
time and cost optimised solution.

USED FOR DRY BASEMENTS IN COMMERCIAL AND RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS

CAR PARKS

ARCHIVES

TECHNICAL ROOMS

LIVING AREAS

AND WATERTIGHT BASEMENTS AND BELOW GROUND STRUCTURES

LEISURE FACILITIES

METRO STATIONS

UNDERPASSES

SERVICE ROOMS

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SikaProof MEMBRANE SYSTEM

AN OVERVIEW

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SikaProof A, preapplied membrane

SikaProof detailing
tapes

SikaProof P, postapplied membrane

SikaProof detailing
solutions, e.g. for
pile caps

SikaSwell A, joint
waterproofing profiles

Sika Waterbars,
joint waterproofing

The SikaProof system consists of two alternative

methods of installation:
SikaProof A the pre-applied system means
the membrane is installed in the formwork before
the reinforcement and concrete is placed. The
membrane sheets are available in 1.0 and 2.0
wide rolls with a prefabricated self-adhesive strip
reducing joints and installation time, making
installation more efficient, especially on large areas.
SikaProof P the post-applied system means the
membrane system is installed on the hardened /
existing concrete structure. To create a durable and
enhanced full bond, it is necessary to use SikaProof
Primer-01 on prepared concrete surfaces prior to the
peel and stick SikaProof P membrane sheets being
installed.

The entire system is cold applied - the overlap joints

are not welded by hot-air guns and the membrane
sheets are not torched-on with open flames. The
SikaProof system is simply bonded with selfadhesive strips and tapes, making the system fast
and secure to install. Sika also provides appropriate
accessories to create proved solutions for all
standard details.
SikaProof systems are therefore an efficient
standalone solution for basement waterproofing
and for the engineered waterproofing of new
and existing basements and below ground civil
engineering structures.

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SikaFuko VT
injection hose

Sikadur Combiflex
SG System

WT protection sheet/
felt and thermal
insulation boards

The SikaProof systems can easily be combined

with other compatible Sika Waterproofing solutions,
such as Sika Joint Sealing Solutions, to design and
create a complete solution for durable and costefficient watertight construction, whatever the
requirements.

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THE FULLY BONDED TECHNOLOGY

FULLY BONDED WHAT DOES IT MEAN...

The fully bonded technology was developed from Sikas
elastic sealant and adhesive bonding expertise, providing a
durable, flexible bond between the membrane system and
the structural concrete. This key characteristic provides high
security and a reliably watertight solution, especially in the
event of any damage to the membrane. As water is prevented from any further lateral under-flow between the membrane and the concrete structure, any water ingress is limited
to the damaged area only. Due to its limited area, remedial
work is simple and effective, as any damage can be easily
repaired by a local injection.

The key feature of fully bonded is common to both

SikaProof A&P, but this bond is not solely dependent on the
membrane system; the correct concrete quality ensures the
success of the fully bond system. This means the appropriate
concrete mix design and the right workmanship are required
to produce, place, finish and cure the concrete surfaces.
Sika provides a wide range of concrete admixtures and
technologies to help achieve this with the Sika Mix Design
Tool for example, as well as our on-site technical services.

The "full bond" has been tested and

proved in function tests according to
ASTM and German standards. Thereby
the bonded membrane surface onto
concrete and detail solutions are tested
against a certain water pressure over
a specific period against lateral water
underflow.

The SikaProof fully bond system limits any water ingress /

leakage of the structure in the event of any membrane damage
just on that damaged area.

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If non-bonded systems are damaged, water spreads uncontrolled between the membrane and the concrete. Water can
easily enter every weak point of the structure, such as joints
and cracks.

...AND HOW DOES IT WORK?

The pre-applied SikaProof A system, cast onto: the
membrane system is installed in the formwork before the
reinforcement and concrete are placed.

The post-applied SikaProof P system, peel & stick: the

self-adhesive membrane system is installed by peel & stick
directly onto the hardened concrete surface.

The structural concrete is casted directly onto the membrane.

The fresh concrete fully embed the fleece backing layer and
create a durable mechanical bond with the harden concrete
structure.

The bond to the surface is created and enhanced by the

system primer to ensure a durable adhesion of the unique Sika
adhesive sealant of the membrane system onto the existing
concrete structure.

THE SYSTEM BUILD-UP:

SikaProof A is a multi-layer design of an embossed FPO
membrane (1) based on Sikaplan technology available in
three thickness 0.5, 0.8 and 1.2 mm. It is laminated with a
unique Sika sealant (2) and special designed fleece layer (3).
This membrane system is prefabricated with a self-adhesive
strip on the longitudinal direction of the sheet. Finally the
structural concrete (4), according to Sika Concrete Mix
Design, creates an optimal mechanical bond.

THE SYSTEM BUILD-UP:

SikaProof P is based on a FPO membrane (1) based on Sikaplan technology available in thickness 0.6 mm. It is coated
with a unique Sika adhesive sealant (2), and protected with a
peel-release film (3).
The hardened structural concrete substrate (5) is prepared and
primed with SikaProof Primer-01 (4).

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ADVANTAGES AND BENEFITS

FPO MEMBRANE
The SikaProof is based on proven FPO Sikaplan membrane used in
tunneling and known for more than 45 years all around the world.
THE MAIN ADVANTAGES:
High flexibility membrane
High resistance to aging
High resistance to aggressive mediums in natural soil and ground /
sea water, as well against natural gases.
THE MAIN BENEFITS:
High crack-bridging ability
High durability, long-lasting
High protection of living areas against environmental influences

FULLY BONDED SYSTEM

Is the back-up barrier of the SikaProof system in the event of any
damage of the membrane, the primary waterproofing barrier.
THE MAIN ADVANTAGES:
No lateral water underflow
Limit the water ingress / leakage of the basement
Can be easily and efficiently be repair using local resin injection.
THE MAIN BENEFITS:
High reliability and system security.
Reduce time and cost of any remedial work

ADHERED OVERLAP JOINTS

SikaProof A&P systems are adhered and bonded together using preformed adhesive strips and/or detailing tapes, therefore no specialist
heat welding with machines or hot-air guns is required.
THE MAIN ADVANTAGES:
Easy and fast installation
No hot-air welding or open flame/torch required
THE MAIN BENEFITS:
High time and cost efficiency due to the very easy and fast install
ation especially for complex structures.
No special investment in equipment

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VARIOUS DIMENSIONS
Due to the easier workability, the post-applied system SikaProof P is
only available in 1.0 m wide rolls.
ADVANTAGES:
SikaProof A is provided in three membrane thicknesses (0.5, 0.8
and 1.2 mm)
SikaProof A membrane sheets are available in 1.0 and 2.0 m wide rolls
BENEFIT:
Cost optimization due to the use of the appropriate membrane
thickness according its demand application
Roll wide of 2.0 m reduce installation time and number of overlap
joints
Cost and time efficient installation

COMPLETE SOLUTION
Sika has over 100 years of competence and know-how in
waterproofing and provide a full range of waterproofing solutions.
ADVANTAGES:
Complete pre- and post-applied system with SikaProof A&P
including complementary components for joints
Tested and approved detail solutions and junctions
BENEFIT:
High compatibility, reliability and system security.
Everything from one supplier
One contact and support is provided

SUSTAINABILITY
Sika aspires to supply customers with innovative, efficient and
sustainable solutions with regards to megatrends, such as carbon
savings or energy and water reduction.
ADVANTAGES:
No overall release liner for SikaProof A system
No open-torch or flame
No segregation, washing-out or leaching
BENEFIT:
Less waste and fewer costs
Low carbon footprint
Very environmently friendly

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WHERE TO USE SikaProof A&P?

SikaProof A, PRE-APPLIED WATERPROOFING SYSTEM

As a pre-applied solution, the SikaProof A membrane system
can easily be applied on the blinding concrete for the base slab
and to the prepared vertical excavation wall, e.g. on diaphragm
walls, piled walls, or similar. Alternatively it can be applied

directly onto the outer interior side of double-faced formwork

in open-cut excavation. In this type of project, the shuttering
anchor/tie-bar penetration holes have to be sealed after
removing the formwork.
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SikaProof A
membrane

SikaProof
Tape-150
internal tape

SikaProof A
membrane

SikaProof
Patch-200 B

SikaProof
Primer-01

Vertical excavation wall, typically use for SikaProof A under

the raft and at the walls.

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SikaProof P
membrane

Sika Watertight
Concrete

Joint solution,
SikaSwell A&S-2

Open excavation with SikaProof A, after removing the formwork the anchor penetrations has to be sealed.

SikaProof P, POST-APPLIED WATERPROOFING SYSTEM

The self-adhesive SikaProof P system can be easy applied
on existing prepared concrete structures in open excavations
on vertical walls and horizontal areas, e.g. protrusion/junction

slab to wall or roof decks. In this case the shuttering anchor

penetrations will be sealed in one step together the membrane in the entire area, so no additional process is required.

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SikaProof A
membrane

SikaProof
Primer-01

SikaProof P
membrane

Open excavation with protrusion slab to wall, here the complete structure could be simply sealed with SikaProof P.

Sika Watertight
Concrete

Joint solution,
SikaSwell A&S-2

For open excavations the protection of the SikaProof membrane is very important, especially due to the backfilling.

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SikaProof SYSTEM COMPONENTS

PRE-APPLIED SYSTEM
SikaProof A HC MEMBRANES
Available in 1.0 or 2.0 m width and in three different
membrane thicknesses, for particular application:
Used for damp-proofing especially in floors above ground and
for waterproofing of walls with low requirements
SikaProof A-05 HC
Used for concrete protection and waterproofing
SikaProof A-08 HC
SikaProof A-12 HC
SikaProof A membranes, 1.0 and 2.0 m width

SYSTEM COMPONENTS
Used together for sealing joints and create detail solutions
within the system.
SikaProof Tape-150 HC, internal adhesive tape to seal the
inside of the membrane system
SikaProof ExTape-150 HC, external adhesive tape to seal
the outside, membrane side, either of SikaProof A&P

SikaProofTape-150 HC

SikaProofExTape-150 HC

SikaProofPatch-200 B

SikaProof FixTape-50

ACCESSORIES
SikaProof Patch-200 B, external adhesive tape in 200 mm
width based on the SikaProof A membrane. Used to seal
any penetrations, joints and any damage on the outside of
the membrane surface.
SikaProof FixTape-50, double sided-adhesive tape in
50 mm width. Used to seal and fix/repair details within
the system.

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POST-APPLIED, SELF-ADHERED SYSTEMS

SikaProof P
The self-adhesive membrane is available in 1.0 m width, easy
to handle with a specially designed adhesive overlap edge and
installation mark.
Used for concrete protection, damp and waterproofing
application, based on 0.6 mm membrane:
SikaProof P-12

SikaProof P-12 membrane

with special edge design

SYSTEM COMPONENTS
Use the system primer to enhance the bonding ability and
bind dust.
SikaProof Primer-01 is a ready to use solvent dispersed
primer available in 5kg and 12.5 kg metal pails. Use either for
SikaProof Tape-150 HC, SikaProof P-12 or SikaBit S-515.
Use for sealing joints of membrane overlaps or detailing:
SikaProof ExTape-150 HC
Sikaflex-11 FC or Sikaflex PRO-3
SikaProofPrimer-01, in 5 kg and
12.5 kg metal pails

SikaProofExTape-150 HC

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COMPLEMENTARY
WATERPROOFING SYSTEMS
THE SIKAPROOF A&P SYSTEM requires additional joint sealing solutions for all construction
expansion joints, as well for details and junctions, to create a secondary secure waterproofing
barrier for joints.

SikaSwell SWELLABLE PRODUCTS

The efficient solution for construction joints and additional sealing
of penetrations provides an additional security. Use the full range of
hydrophilic (swellable) profiles, rings and gun applied sealants.

Sika Waterbars
The commonest joint sealing solution for construction joints and
especially mandatory for expansion joints. Using the appropriate
profile of the wide Sika waterbar range.

SikaFuko INJECTION HOSES SYSTEM

Typical use as secondary or additional back-up systems to post
seal construction or movement joints as well for other details, e.g.
around piles in order to increase their watertight security. It is reinjectable using the appropriate Sika injection material.

Sikadur-Combiflex SG SYSTEM / Sikaplan WT TAPE

The post applied tape system adhered with epoxy resin onto the
membrane side, provides an optimal solution for construction and
expansion joints, especially for sealing the joints of precast constructions.

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ALTERNATIVE POST-APPLIED fully bonded membrane waterproofing systems for basements

and other below structures that could be used as a stand-alone solution or in combination with
SikaProof A.

Sikalastic
Two liquid applied membrane systems are used for basement waterproofing:
Sikalastic-851, 2K Polyurethane resin based
Sikalastic-8800, 2K Polyurea resin based
Generally the systems are spray-applied onto prepared and primed
hardened concrete surfaces on the structure to achieve an optimal
fully bonded system.

SikaBit S
The bituminous, self-adhesive membrane is available in 1.0 m
width, easy to handle, with a special designed adhesive overlap
edge and installation mark.
The membrane sheet consists of a high strength HDPE film coated
with a SBS modified bitumen compound and protected with a silicon release paper, total 1.5 mm thickness. The self-adhesive sheets
are applied on to the prepared and primed concrete structure to get
optimal full bond.
Use for damp-proofing and waterproofing with low requirements:
SikaBit S-515
Use the system primers to enhance the bonding ability and bind
dust.
SikaBit P-05, is a ready to use water dispersed primer available
in 18 kg plastic buckets. Use for low demand applications.
SikaProof Primer-01, is a ready to use solvent dispersed primer
available in 5kg and 12.5 kg metal pails.

SikaBit S-515 Membrane

SikaBitP-05

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