Pre-Applied/Blindside Waterproofing Best Practices

September 2023
Sponsored by SOPREMA

Presented by Ephrain

Continuing Education

Use the following learning objectives to focus your study while reading this month’s Continuing Education article.

Learning Objectives - After reading this article, you will be able to:

  1. Recognize the science behind pre-applied/blindside waterproofing and why proper waterproofing is critical during below-grade installations.
  2. Discuss the importance of planning throughout the pre-applied specifying process.
  3. Explore the design and decision-making process for selecting the best pre-applied product for the situation, including the pros/cons of the different product technologies available.
  4. Identify the best practices for sequencing/installing blindside waterproofing.

This course discusses the unique considerations when installing pre-applied/blindside waterproofing for below-grade waterproofing applications. It reviews the science behind any below-grade waterproofing project but with a focus on pre-applied or “blindside” waterproofing best practices—including looking at the different product types and design considerations, as well as the pre-planning, decision-making, and application techniques that these demanding waterproofing projects require.

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EphrainT

With over 20 years of experience in construction, Ephrain Trujillo has specialized in waterproofing high-rise, commercial, and residential buildings over the last decade. Prior to joining SOPREMA, he was vice president of an established roofing and waterproofing company in South Florida. As SOPREMA's Waterproofing Expert and SOPREMA BEW District Sales Manager for Florida, Ephrain supports architects, consultants, developers, and contractors in designing high-performance building envelopes and waterproofing systems. He is affectionately known in the industry as "ET".