Constructed in 1997, the Santa Maria is a prominent 51-story waterfront tower housing 174 luxury residences. Designed by the acclaimed Revuelta Vega Leon Architects and developed by Ugo Colombo, it is a landmark on Brickell Avenue, also known as Millionaire’s Row.
The Santa Maria faced significant waterproofing issues due to hydrostatic pressure and failed bentonite water stops at the joints, leading to water infiltration through the slab and walls into the garage and other areas. This water seepage resulted in the corrosion of rebar due to saltwater exposure, posing a threat to the structural integrity of the building.
The Santa Maria Homeowners Association (HOA) engaged Econ Partners, a structural engineering firm with a successful track record using Kryton’s waterproofing solutions for similar issues. To execute the extensive repair work, the HOA selected Pro-Max Paint and Restoration, a firm specializing in structural repair and renovation for condominium and commercial properties.
The repair work involved:
By leveraging Kryton’s advanced waterproofing solutions, the Santa Maria HOA successfully addressed the critical waterproofing challenges, enhancing the building’s durability and ensuring the longevity of its luxurious residences. The combination of Kryton’s Krystol products ensured that Santa Maria is now permanently protected against water ingress, thereby preventing future corrosion and structural damage.
“The Krystol product line really works well for this type of complex repair work. “
-Paul Gonzalez, Site Superintendent/Head Product Manager, Pro-Max Paint and Restoration
Krystol Internal Membrane (KIM) is a hydrophilic crystalline admixture used to create permanently waterproof concrete.
As part of the Krystol Leak Repair System, Krystol Plug is a rapid-setting hydraulic cement product that when mixed with water is used to stop flowing water and repair leaking cracks, holes and joints in concrete.
As part of the Krystol Leak Repair System, Krystol Repair Grout is a crystalline concrete waterproofing product that stops the flow of water to permanently repair leaking cracks, holes and joints in concrete, and can also be used to resurface and waterproof defective, damaged or deteriorating concrete. The grout employs advanced fiber technology and shrinkage controlling additives to prevent cracking.
Krystol T1 is a surface applied crystalline slurry treatment that transforms new or existing concrete into a permanent waterproofing barrier.
Krystol Waterstop Treatment is a cementitious crystalline slurry that is applied to horizontal and vertical construction joints to provide additional waterproofing protection, and protect rebar from corrosion.
Krytonite Swelling Waterstop is a synthetic rubber waterstop that uses swelling pressure to seal concrete construction joints and stop water.