Description
Mapelastic AquaDefense is a ready-to-use, one-component, solvent-free, ultra-quick drying flexible liquid waterproofing membrane. Supplied as a light blue synthetic resin paste in water dispersion, it is designed to form a continuous, seamless waterproofing layer prior to the installation of tiles, stone or mosaic finishes. Once cured, it provides excellent elasticity, crack-bridging performance and strong adhesion to tile adhesives. Certified to AS/NZS 4858 and AS 4654.1 as a Class III membrane, it is suitable for internal and external above-ground wet areas.

Uses

• Waterproofing for balconies and terraces

• Bathrooms, shower cubicles and laundry rooms

• Saunas and damp internal environments

• Internal and external above-ground wet areas prior to tiling

• Suitable for concrete, cementitious screeds and renders

• Compatible with fibre cement sheeting and plasterboard (internal use)

• Can be applied over existing ceramic, terrazzo and stone finishes

Key Features & Advantages

• Ready-to-use, one-component system – no mixing required

• Ultra-fast drying membrane

• Highly elastic with crack-bridging capacity up to 3.2 mm

• Allows tiling after approximately 4 hours

• Rain resistant 1 hour after first coat, 3 hours after second coat

• Excellent adhesion to a wide range of substrates

• Resistant to pedestrian traffic after approx. 3 hours

• Solvent-free and low VOC – suitable for Green Star projects

• Certified Class III membrane to Australian Standards

• Light blue colour for easy visual coverage control

Technical Information

• Coverage: Approx. 1 kg/m² (two coats)

• Application Method: Roller, brush or trowel

• Final Dry Film Thickness: Minimum 0.8 mm

• Packaging: 15 kg rectangular bucket

• Colour: Light Blue