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  2. Bituminous waterproofing - Wikipedia

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    Bituminous waterproofing systems are designed to protect residential and commercial buildings. Bitumen (asphalt or coal-tar pitch) is a material made up of organic liquids that are highly sticky, viscous , and waterproof. [ 1 ]

  3. Damp proofing - Wikipedia

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    A metal damp proof course (DPC) between the stone foundation and brick wall. Damp proofing in construction is a type of moisture control applied to building walls and floors to prevent moisture from passing into the interior spaces. Dampness problems are among the most frequent problems encountered in residences.

  4. Damp (structural) - Wikipedia

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    Damp-proofing rods are available with BBA approval. The rods are placed into holes drilled in the mortar course and the active ingredients diffuse along the mortar line before curing to form a damp-proof course. [53] Damp-proofing rods are usually supplied in 180mm (7") lengths suitable for inserting into a 9-inch thick wall.

  5. Building material - Wikipedia

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    Sometimes people take into consideration the energy savings or durability of the materials and see the value of paying a higher initial cost in return for a lower lifetime cost. For example, an asphalt shingle roof costs less than a metal roof to install, but the metal roof will last longer so the lifetime cost is less per year.

  6. Asphalt shingle - Wikipedia

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    Asphalt shingles on a home in Avalon, New Jersey. Two types of base materials are used to make asphalt shingles, organic and fiberglass.Both are made in a similar manner, with an asphalt-saturated base covered on one or both sides with asphalt or modified-asphalt, the exposed surface impregnated with slate, schist, quartz, vitrified brick, stone, [6] or ceramic granules, and the under-side ...

  7. Bitumen - Wikipedia

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    For example, bitumen could also be used for flooring, damp proofing in buildings, and for waterproofing of various types of pools and baths, both of which were also proliferating in the 19th century. [ 3 ] [ 44 ] [ 62 ] One of the earliest surviving examples of its use can be seen at Highgate Cemetery where it was used in 1839 to seal the roof ...

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