Case History #136

Project: HGTV's 'Builder Boss - The Bunker' Episode, Ontario

Date: Fall 2011

Problem:
A unique and high profile project of a subterranean addition featured on HGTV's 'Builder Boss' program required exterior tile application over top of a new living space, and waterproofing was the critical step to protect the new construction.
Not only did the waterproofing need to perform as roofing grade waterproof protection, but it also needed to be able to provide a walkable surface and accept the application of outdoor tile. Plus, it has to perform all of these functions in a climate with extreme temperature fluctuations.

Solution:
Jim Caruk, the 'Builder Boss', called in the Duradek professionals to install Duradek Ultra Tiledek on the new roof top patio of this project.

Laying Tiledek and Applying the Adhesive

Tiledek provides the guaranteed waterproofing performance and it is manufactured with a special cloth surface that will allow the proper adhesion of outdoor tile with a thin-set mortar.
Applied according to industry standards for proper assembly, this build-up of substrate, waterproof membrane, mortar and tile will keep the tile surface stable and the waterproofing intact.

A beautiful tile patio waterproofed by Tiledek

Job Notes:
Exterior tile jobs are often considered a nuisance project and many contractors will shy away from them, no matter how visually appealing tile surfaces can be. With Duradek Ultra Tiledek's 10-year waterproofing warranty and professional installation, stonemasons can practice their craft with the assurance that their work will not have to be pulled up for waterproofing repairs.

Applicating Contractor:
HTR Duradek
Mike McGowan
416-881-8822
htrinc@hotmail.com

Job Contact:
Raildek Distribution
James Simpson
416-289-6199
james@raildek.com

Case History #132

Project: Private Residence - Uxbridge, ON

Date:  April 2012

Problem:
This split level deck provided a great outdoor perimeter on the second floor of the home, but its plank surface did not protect the patio area below. When the deck started to show signs of age beyond the need for re-sanding, and the structural integrity was questioned, the owner agreed it was time to rebuild.

Time to refresh this well used deck

He didn't want to duplicate the same maintenance heavy deck that required so many hours of annual labor to maintain, and he really wanted a dry ground level patio in addition to his second story deck.

The new construction being built to code with adequate slope for drainage

Duradek Solution:

The original design of the deck was rebuilt, but this time the surface was prepared with plywood and waterproofed with Duradek Ultra Taupe Chip vinyl.

The vinyl was applied with the care and precision expected of authorized Duradek installers and the attention to detail included routering a recessed channel in the plywood where the vinyl seams met, allowing for a virtually invisible seam. this roofing grade waterproofing membrane on the upper deck now provides reliable protection for a completely dry lower-level patio below.

A beautiful new deck above and now a dry patio below too!

Job Notes:

The detailing in wrapping the stair steps with Duradek vinyl is a brilliant and beautiful method of providing a durable and long lasting stairway. With Duradek's slip resistant finish, accessing the back yard is safe for both man and man's best friend!




Job Contact /Applicating Contractor:
HTR Duradek Inc.
Mike McGowan
416-881-8822
htrinc@hotmail.com