The Krystol® Concrete Waterproofing System The Krystol® Admixture System The Krystol® Surface Applied System The Krystol® Crack Repair System The Krystol® Waterstop System

Build the waterproofing in with Krystol® technology

It’s the intelligent, self-sealing water-protection system that transforms concrete into a powerful water-resistant barrier. Krystol® relies on a revolutionary crystalline technology that turns porous concrete into an impermeable barrier. The result is a structure with reduced cracking, self-sealing and waterproofing abilities that provide a powerful defense against water damage and corrosion of reinforcing steel.

So whether it’s new construction, upgrading an existing structure or repairing cracks, Krystol will help you build the quality, reliability and cost-effectiveness into the concrete.

Key Benefits of the Krystol® Concrete Waterproofing System

• Lower the cost of waterproofing by up to 40%
• Shave weeks off the construction schedule
• Reduce the cost of maintenance and repairs
• Increase revenues with a larger building footprint

The Krystol® Advantage
Replaces unreliable exterior membrane systems

• Penetrates deep into concrete—many inches over time
• Self-seals hairline cracks—minimum .02 in. (.5mm)
  
• Reactivates in the presence of moisture—even years later
• Effective against hydrostatic pressure—up to 460 ft (140m) of head pressure
• Waterproof from any direction (i.e. positive or negative side)
• Impervious to physical damage and deterioration
• Certified non-toxic and safe for potable water—NSF approved
• Easy to apply and reduces potential for human error
• Works where other systems fail to eliminate leaks and water damage

How does Krystol® work?
When combined with water and concrete, Krystol® reacts with un-hydrated cement particles to form millions of needle-like crystals. Over a period of weeks and months, these crystals grow, filling the naturally occurring pores and voids in concrete, and permanently blocking the pathways for water and waterborne contaminants.
 
Later, if cracks form due to settling or shrinkage, incoming water triggers the crystallization process and additional crystals begin to grow, filling cracks and ensuring that the structure's waterproofing barrier is maintained and protected.

• Reacts with water and un-hydrated cement particles to form needle-like crystals that fill the spaces between concrete particles.
• Because these crystals are part of the concrete matrix, they offer permanent protection against leaks and water intrusion from any direction.
• Eliminates corrosion of reinforcing steel and Freeze/Thaw damage by blocking the penetration of water that may carry harmful chemicals.
• Self-seals hairline cracks that may form throughout the life of the structure.

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