Moisture Mitigation in Concrete Floors

Concrete flooring requires the use of water in order for the reactions of its ingredients to take place. The result is a strong solid material. But if too much moisture is used, or if there is moisture coming through the concrete floor from the environment, moisture mitigation must be done. Moisture mitigation in a concrete floor means to reduce or eliminate the water from moving through the floor in the form of vapor.

If moisture mitigation in a concrete floor is something you need to undertake, you’ll know because of the common symptoms of too much moisture: blistering, delamination, bubbles, warping, crazing (tiny cracks), efflorescence (salts deposited on the surface), discoloration, mold or mildew.

Moisture mitigation systems for concrete flooring involve a few steps. The first is moisture testing. This is crucial to determine how much moisture is in the flooring system. Moisture testing should be done before, during and after installation.

Vapor barriers are often used. These are very efficient barrier membranes that do not allow moisture to pass through. This would be used if the problem is water seeping in from below the floor, for instance. Vapor barriers are often placed between a subgrade and a poured concrete slab.

Surface systems include sealants made of epoxy or cementitious products that do not allow moisture to pass through. A surface treatment like this prevents water vapor from passing through the concrete slab to the top flooring treatment. Moisture mitigation in concrete in this manner will prevent blisters and bubbles in your top coat and can be used with most floor covering options, including VCT, vinyl, carpet, wood, laminates, epoxy resin flooring and epoxy terrazzo.

Failure to take into account the moisture mitigation of your concrete floor can be expensive and cause headaches down the road. A flooring professional can determine ahead of time if moisture mitigation will be necessary. When moisture mitigation is undertaken early in the process, a good outcome is assured.

Concrete moisture barrier products provided by Duraamen offer top-quality protection for concrete surfaces against moisture damage. These products include concrete moisture barrier sealers, moisture vapor barrier paint, and other specialized solutions. Duraamen’s range of products is designed to safeguard your concrete investments and ensure the durability and resilience of your floors.

Duraamen offers a comprehensive selection of premium concrete vapor barrier products that are specifically engineered to safeguard concrete surfaces from the constant threat of moisture damage. Our range includes top-quality concrete moisture barrier sealers, moisture vapor barrier paint, and other innovative solutions designed to provide maximum protection. Our Perdure MVT moisture treatment line of products are priced as follows:

– The prices range from $174.95 to $1,749.95 for various kits.
– The lowest price listed is $174.95 for the Perdure MVT epoxy resin-based moisture vapor barrier.

Duraamen provides a comprehensive range of materials tailored for surface preparation, concrete floor grinding and polishing machines, decorative concrete, and epoxy resin supplies. These offerings cater to various project scopes and types, including industrial, commercial, and residential flooring needs. Our line of professional concrete and epoxy supplies, along with flooring equipment and building materials can benefit projects of any size – both large-scale industrial ventures and small-scale domestic renovations alike.

Our mission is to equip you with the most effective tools to shield your concrete investments and ensure their longevity. By offering superior products, we support the durability and resilience of your floors, delivering optimal moisture control solutions for your various projects. Talk to an expert about your flooring challenges. Our website provides information on various products available for sale, along with pricing details for each item. Customers can also take advantage of bulk pricing by calling our customer service hotline. Please CALL +973.230.1301 or email: [email protected]