EP Waterproofing System is a penetrating masonry treatment for concrete, brick, blockwork and other absorbent cementitious surfaces. Rather than forming a membrane on top, it reacts within suitable mineral substrates to help reduce water ingress, surface dusting and deterioration.
Choose EP when the job involves sound, absorbent masonry, such as a concrete wall, floor or below-ground structure, and a surface-applied film is not the preferred treatment. It is different from Everflex Aqua-Ban, which forms a flexible, continuous under-tile waterproofing membrane for wet areas.
Where EP can be used
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Basement and masonry walls: treating suitable brickwork, blockwork and concrete where penetration can help control water entry.
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Concrete floors and warehouses: reducing surface dusting and improving the durability of sound mineral surfaces.
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Reservoirs, tunnels and civil concrete: treating suitable masonry elements when the complete project design and exposure requirements have been assessed.
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Concrete repair and screed preparation: helping manage absorption in compatible existing mineral substrates before subsequent finishing.
Before choosing or applying EP
Absorption is essential. Test a small area before committing: dense, previously sealed or contaminated materials may not allow the liquid to penetrate. Apply undiluted to thoroughly prepared surfaces using suitable low-pressure spray equipment or another controlled method. Coverage varies with porosity; allow the penetrating reaction to develop before applying compatible coatings or finishes.
EP is not a liquid-applied elastomeric membrane and cannot bridge open cracks, fill holes or replace properly detailed shower or balcony waterproofing. Existing silicone, siloxane or solvent-based treatments can prevent absorption. The available EP product literature is older; project-specific negative-pressure and performance requirements should be confirmed rather than assumed for every substrate.