Waterproofing Chemicals: An Ultimate Guide (PDF)

The waterproofing chemicals are specialty chemicals designed for preventing water from penetrating the building. General purpose waterproofing chemicals work on providing chemical or corrosion barrier properties to the product to enhance the durability of the product by resisting leakage.

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Waterproofing chemicals

Prolonged exposure to water may cause accelerated aging and substantial damage to the civil structures. Waterproofing chemicals are usually introduced during the construction process to maintain the appearance and increasing the life of the structure. Bitumen and base products such as polyester, fiberglass, rag fibers, and papers are commonly used chemicals for waterproofing.

The waterproofing chemicals market is anticipated to grow in the forecast period owing to driving factors such as high demands from the developing nations on account of increasing construction activities coupled with improved quality of construction chemicals.

Cost-effectiveness of waterproofing chemicals is another major factor responsible for the growth of the waterproofing chemicals market. However, sluggish growth of construction sector in some developed nation hampers the growth of the waterproofing chemicals market. Nonetheless, increasing awareness for water management activities in the developing countries offer significant growth opportunity for the key players involved in the waterproofing chemicals market during the forecast period.

Top Players

• BASF SE
• Carlisle Companies Inc.
• Conpro Chemicals Private Limited
• Drizoro S.A.U
• Fosroc, Inc.
• Mapei S.p.A.
• Pidilite Industries Ltd.
• Sika AG
• Soprema S.A.S.
• The Dow Chemical Company