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Waterproofing and damp-proofing remain important categories for hardware retailers, with solutions needed for roofs, walls, balconies, foundations, wet areas and masonry.
A strong range should cover different applications, from acrylic and rubberised waterproofers to cementitious products, membranes, damp sealers, repair compounds, flashing tapes and sealants.
The key is matching the product to the problem. This guide highlights solutions from participating suppliers to help retailers understand the category and recommend the right product for the job.
POWAFIX
The right solution for every waterproofing job
// Powafix offers a comprehensive range of waterproofing and damp-proofing solutions //
Powafix offers a broad range covering roof leaks, flashings, damp masonry, cement mixes and below-ground applications.
Key products include Rubber FX® and Powa Coat® for roofing, Aqua Shield® for fibre-reinforced waterproofing, Waterproofing Membranes for added reinforcement, Cement Waterproofer 40 and Mortar Tite® for cement-based applications, Flexi Crete® for repair and waterproofing, Powa Tape® for quick repairs, Wall Shield® for below-ground masonry and Hydrofix® for clear masonry protection.
KEY PRODUCTS
RUBBER FX® — Rubberised Waterproofer
RUBBER FX® — Rubberised Waterproofer
POWA COAT® — Acrylic Waterproofer
POWA COAT® — Acrylic Waterproofer
AQUA SHIELD® — High Strength water proofer
AQUA SHIELD® — High Strength water proofer
POWAFIX® WATERPROOFING MEMBRANES
POWAFIX® WATERPROOFING MEMBRANES
CEMENT WATERPROOFER 40 — Liquid Cement Additive
CEMENT WATERPROOFER 40 — Liquid Cement Additive
MORTAR TITE® — Waterproofing Additive
MORTAR TITE® — Waterproofing Additive
FLEXI CRETE® — Damp & Waterproof Plaster
FLEXI CRETE® — Damp & Waterproof Plaster
POWA TAPE® — Bitumen Self-Adhesive Waterproofing Tape
POWA TAPE® — Bitumen Self-Adhesive Waterproofing Tape
WALL SHIELD® — Bitumen Waterproofing Coating
WALL SHIELD® — Bitumen Waterproofing Coating
HYDROFIX® — Clear Masonry Water Repellent
HYDROFIX® — Clear Masonry Water Repellent
FLASH HARRY
51 years of solving waterproofing problems
// Since 1975, Flash Harry has specialised in solving waterproofing problems //
Since 1975, Flash Harry has specialised in waterproofing solutions for South African conditions.
The range includes Liquid Plastic, Liquid Plastic Plus and Fibre Flex for flexible roof waterproofing, One Shot for reinforced DIY roof repairs, Roof Tile & Ridge Repair for cracked tiles and ridges, Slurry Seal for cementitious waterproofing, Damp Doctor for damp-affected walls and Frogskin Roof Paint for durable roof protection.
Different problems require different solutions. Flash Harry focuses on providing the right product for the job.
KEY PRODUCTS
LIQUID PLASTIC — Water barrier
LIQUID PLASTIC — Water barrier
LIQUID PLASTIC PLUS
LIQUID PLASTIC PLUS
FIBRE FLEX
FIBRE FLEX
ONE SHOT
ONE SHOT
ROOF TILE & RIDGE REPAIR
ROOF TILE & RIDGE REPAIR
SLURRY SEAL
SLURRY SEAL
DAMP DOCTOR DAMP SEALER
DAMP DOCTOR DAMP SEALER
FROGSKIN ROOF PAINT
FROGSKIN ROOF PAINT
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