Waterproofing Membrane Systems
The membrane is the barrier that actually keeps water out. Nova Tiling installs both liquid and sheet membrane systems, selecting the right approach for each wet area.
What is a waterproofing membrane and which type is best?
Who this is for
Anyone building or renovating a wet area — showers, bathrooms, balconies or decks — who needs dependable, correctly installed waterproofing beneath the tiles.
Overview
Tiles and grout are not waterproof on their own. The waterproofing membrane is the layer that genuinely protects the building structure, so getting it right is the single most important stage of any wet-area project.
Nova Tiling installs both liquid and sheet membrane systems. Liquid membranes are applied in coats and excel at complex detailing and penetrations; sheet membranes offer consistent thickness and fast coverage over larger, regular areas. The right system is chosen based on the area, detailing and conditions.
Liquid vs sheet membranes
Liquid membrane
Applied in coats; ideal for detailing, penetrations and irregular shapes.
Sheet membrane
Pre-formed; consistent thickness and fast, reliable coverage.
Performance
Correctly installed membranes protect the structure for the long term.
Reliability
Detailing at corners, joints and outlets is critical to success.
Appropriate applications
- Showers, bathrooms and wet rooms
- Laundries and other internal wet areas
- Balconies, decks and exterior tiled areas
- Areas with complex detailing and penetrations
Maintenance
Once tiled, the membrane is protected beneath the surface. Long-term performance is preserved by keeping grout and silicone joints sound, as these are the points where water could otherwise begin to reach the membrane.