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Sheet vs Liquid Membranes — Choosing By Application

The practical trade-offs between sheet and liquid-applied systems, and why neither is universally correct.

Sheet systems

Sheet membranes arrive at a controlled thickness, which removes application variability across large areas. Their performance depends on lap quality, substrate preparation and how well they are dressed into corners, penetrations and drainage.

Liquid systems

Liquid-applied membranes cure seamless and wrap complex geometry without laps, which suits congested plant decks and heavily detailed wet areas. They only perform at their specified dry film thickness, so consumption must be measured rather than assumed.

Selection is project specific

Substrate, movement, exposure, traffic, overburden, drainage, programme and application conditions all influence the outcome. No system is appropriate for every project.

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