Good fit for
- Bathroom and ensuite renovations
- Laundry and other residential wet areas
- Shower rebuilds where the existing system is being removed
- Projects combining waterproofing with new tiling
Waterproofing Canberra
Wet-area waterproofing prepared for the tile finish that follows.
Waterproofing sits behind the visible finish, so decisions about substrates, junctions, penetrations and floor wastes need to be made before tiles hide the work. LITA Tiling assesses waterproofing as part of the complete wet-area sequence and documents the scope in the quote.
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What the scope can include
- Review and preparation of the agreed wall and floor substrates
- Treatment of relevant junctions, penetrations and drainage interfaces
- Application of the specified wet-area waterproofing system
- Curing and readiness checks before the next installation stage
What affects the quote
- Wet-area type, size and shower configuration
- Condition and material of the existing substrate
- Number of penetrations, niches, wastes and changes of plane
- Whether demolition, screeding or tile installation is included
How the work is approached
01
Define the wet area
Confirm what is being rebuilt and which surfaces and interfaces are in the waterproofing scope.
02
Prepare the substrate
Address cleanliness, soundness and agreed corrections before the membrane system starts.
03
Treat details
Complete the specified junction, penetration, flashing and drainage details as a connected system.
04
Cure before tiling
Protect the completed work and follow the system requirements before covering it with tile finishes.
Common questions
Are tiles and grout themselves waterproof?
Tiles are a durable finish, but the wet-area waterproofing system behind them performs a different job. The whole build-up needs to be planned together.
Can new waterproofing be applied without removing tiles?
That depends on the defect and proposed system. A leaking or failed wet area usually needs an on-site assessment rather than a cosmetic assumption.
How soon can tiling start?
Curing depends on the specified system, site conditions and manufacturer requirements. The quote and installation sequence should state the applicable wait rather than rely on a generic promise.
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