Shower waterproofing in Taupō.

Yes. Every wet area we do is prepared and waterproofed to National E3 standards by a registered and experienced ARDEX and MAPEI applicator.

Yes. Tile and grout are not waterproof, so water can pass through them. A waterproofing membrane under the tile protects the framing and the rest of the building, and New Zealand's Building Code expects wet areas to manage internal moisture properly.

The membrane goes on in stages, with drying time between coats before tiling can begin. The exact time depends on the system, the temperature and the size of the area, so we confirm the schedule with you and your builder at the start of the job.

Both are respected manufacturers of waterproofing membrane systems for tiled wet areas. We are registered applicators for both, so we can choose the system that suits your substrate and project, and apply it the way the manufacturer specifies.

Showers, bathroom and ensuite floors, niches, window reveals and the junctions around floor wastes and pipes. We also waterproof tiled outdoor areas, such as patios and balconies, where a membrane is needed beneath the tile.

Please talk to us early. It is usually best for the waterproofing and the tiling to be planned together, because details like niches, upstands and drains affect both.

Yes. We work with builders and architects on new builds and renovations, and can coordinate waterproofing around your programme. If your project needs particular paperwork for the waterproofing, let us know early.