Waterproofing Botanical Planters

Adding plants to decks, windows and patios greatly increase the overall look and feel of homes, gardens, and building facades. It is aesthetically pleasing to add plants and flowers. However, with frequent watering, planters can actually become damaged due to excess water moisture. It is important to treat cracks that may be found in planters, ensuring waterproofing is done properly to avoid frustrating leaks and messes.

Roots can damage planters and get in the way of draining holes, which will lead to more leaks that can stain floors and decks. In addition, moisture can rot the roots of plants. The application of a Batimix or Vandex cement-based crystalline waterproofing product to the interior wall and floor surfaces followed by two coats of a Batimix or Vandex elasticized two-component waterproof coating is recommended. The Substrate adhesion strength must exceed 1.5 N/mm².

Epoxy products, which are water-resistant and offer strong bonding agents, are also offered, as well as different cement, polyurethane, and bituminous-based waterproofing solutions, to prevent leakages and keep moisture in the planters.