Decothane Ultra specified for non-disruptive waterproofing solution

  • 29 Jul 2015

Decothane Ultra was specified after it was discovered that the original rock asphalt roof and balcony of the NHS Trust HQ was in poor condition and desperate need of repair.

Decothane Ultra is a liquid applied roofing membrane

An initial survey by Sika Liquid Plastics assessed the condition of the failing roof, which was allowing water ingress and damaging the building below.

It was determined that a non-disruptive waterproofing product was required that would cause minimal interference with the offices, located next to Scarborough Hospital.

Furthermore, it was essential that the product chosen would enable fast installation without the risks associated with hot works.

Decothane Ultra

In order to fulfil these requirements, Decothane Ultra, a cold-applied liquid membrane, was specified for the refurbishment.

Decothane Ultra uses patented, low odour technology developed specifically for use in highly sensitive areas such as hospitals, food manufacturing plants and schools.

The BBA-certified product has been independently benchmarked against other single-pack polyurethanes by Odournet, who found Decothane Ultra to be much lower in odour.

Fast installation

The roof included parapet detailing, plant and a plant room.

Group Tegula was able to install the membrane over the top of the existing roof covering, due to the cold liquid application and unique formulation of Decothane Ultra, which allowed the use of Glass Fibre Matting around plant details.

A Sika Liquid Plastics Versirail was also installed to ensure any subsequent inspection or maintenance on the roof could be conducted safely by staff or contractors.

Attractive finish

Alongside the roof refurbishment the communal balcony area also needed to be waterproofed. As it would be used daily by staff it was important that it looked aesthetically pleasing.

As Decothane Ultra is liquid applied, it allowed for a seamless and attractive finish, which was well received by the client and the staff.

Group Tegula also installed a bespoke handrail around the edge of the balcony.

Sika Liquid Plastics provided application support throughout the project, and provided the project with a 20 year guarantee.

Sika House
Miller Street
Lancashire
UK
PR1 1EA

Sika Liquid Plastics website

Leave a Reply

Latest news

Siderise

Siderise Accreditation Success with ISO 45001

Siderise Special Products has demonstrated its ongoing commitment to excellence in occupational health and safety, achieving certification under the globally recognised ISO 45001:2018.

Posted in Articles, Building Industry News, Building Products & Structures, Building Regulations & Accreditations, Building Services, Cladding, Facades, Facility Management & Building Services, Health & Safety, Insulation, Retrofit & Renovation, Security and Fire Protection, Walls

Pop Up Power

The Big Fat Pop Up Power Supplies Wedding!

The trend for outdoor weddings has continued to grow in recent years, with more couples than ever before opting for an outdoor venue. Here’s how Pop Up Power Supplies® can help these events…

Posted in Articles, Building Industry News, Building Products & Structures, Building Services, Civil Engineering, Facility Management & Building Services, Garden, Hard Landscaping & Walkways, Health & Safety, Landscaping, Retrofit & Renovation

Pop Up Power

Long Live the King with Pop Up Power Supplies

Traditional power sources such as petrol generators can be unsafe, unsightly and noisy in open areas – an alternative approach is available from Pop Up Power Supplies®.

Posted in Articles, Building Industry News, Building Products & Structures, Building Services, Civil Engineering, Facility Management & Building Services, Garden, Hard Landscaping & Walkways, Health & Safety, Landscaping, Retrofit & Renovation

Hamworthy