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Quickly level uneven, rough interior concrete floors with FLOOR-TOP STG. This concrete floor topper is a standard traffic-grade, self-leveling underlayment that can be pumped or poured. Single-component FLOOR-TOP STG is shrinkage resistant and ideal for smoothing and leveling concrete prior to the application of a flooring system or coating. Floor coverings may be installed in as little as 18 hours after FLOOR-TOP STG application. Color enhance FLOOR-TOP STG for a unique, aesthetically pleasing look. Perfect for residential, commercial, retail, and office applications, FLOOR-TOP STG cures to a hard surface suitable for foot and light traffic. Our FLOOR-TOP STG flyer is…
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Check Out Our New Precast Brochure!
W. R. MEADOWS’ new precast brochure is now available for request! This detailed, informational piece highlights the products in our vast line that have been designed for the precast concrete market. For the precast market, W. R. MEADOWS offers a diverse product line, including form release agents, concrete curing compounds, and waterproofing membranes. This brochure covers these products in detail, and also includes product descriptions, photos, and a list of ideal applications. Popular products included in the brochure are DUOGARD form release, 1600-WHITE concrete cure, and CEM-KOTE FLEX ST cementitious waterproofing. But these are just a taste – make sure…
Selecting the Correct Waterproofing Membrane
When choosing a below-grade waterproofing membrane, make sure it’s tough enough to protect the foundation of the building from the destructive effects of water and vapor infiltration. The Manual of Below-Grade Waterproofing Systems, a comprehensive book written by Justin Henshell and published by John Wiley & Sons, Inc., lists criteria for selecting the correct waterproofing including the nature of the soil, hydrostatic pressure, the location of the water table, substrate stability, building occupancy, and constructions. Wendy Talarico, LEED AP and architectural service specialist at W. R. MEADOWS, discusses a blindside waterproofing application at the Arizona Center for Law and Society.…
Choose SPECTRUM RE-KOTE TF to Renovate and Enhance Concrete Surfaces
SPECTRUM RE-KOTE TF from W. R. MEADOWS is designed to create a durable and aesthetically pleasing concrete surface. It is a high strength, rapid turn-around, durable overlay/repair mortar that may be stamped or stencil and colored enhanced to provide the owner not only with a durable repair, but an architecturally pleasing overlay with minimal disruption/downtime. If your need is to quickly repair a concrete floor, or fix and create a decorative surface, SPECTRUM RE-KOTE TF is a perfect choice. SPECTRUM REKOTE TF’s excellent bond strength, breathable properties, and freeze-thaw resistance enable its use for interior and/or exterior surfaces; below-, above-…
Don’t miss The Buildings Show
Mark your calendar for The Buildings Show November 29th through December 1st at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. Join 30,500+ industry professionals at North America’s largest annual event focusing on new products and innovative technologies for building. design and construction. Network and sharpen your professional development skills amongst fellow designers, architects and contractors. Construct Canada offers educational events with 350 seminars and demonstrations, diverse program options with 500 speakers, and 1,600 exhibitors to make the most of your time at The Building Show. Visit W. R. MEADOWS at booth 822. We will be showcasing our newest underslab gas vapor barrier,…
Waterproof your deck with MEL-DEK
MEL-DEK from W. R. MEADOWS offers a waterproofing system designed specifically for tough waterproofing jobs where heavy traffic will take place. MEL-DEK’s 65 mils thick roll-type polymeric waterproofing membrane, combined with a durable polypropylene woven carrier fabric designed not to shrink, provides excellent waterproofing for bridges and parking decks where asphalt wearing course will be overlaid. MEL-DEK is versatile and can be used for repair, maintenance, or new construction applications. The reliable materials MEL-DEK encompasses requires no protection and can endure hot asphalt overlays. MEL-DEK is easy to install with an ¾” overlapping rubberized asphalt seam ensuring uniform coverage. Asphalt…
AIR-SHIELD LIQUID FLASHING for Rough Opening Detailing
When rough openings and detail joints between exterior gypsum boards are in need of detailing, AIR-SHIELD LIQUID FLASHING is the general-purpose, wet flashing membrane needed for the job. This high-quality, gun grade flashing and detailing membrane by W. R. MEADOWS is low-odor, elastomeric, polyether, and compatible with the entire line of AIR-SHIELD air, vapor, and liquid moisture barriers. Perfectly designed for window and door flashing applications, AIR-SHIELD LIQUID FLASHING will not harm foam insulation. AIR-SHIELD LIQUID FLASHING is tough and versatile, able to be applied in damp conditions, bonds to most construction materials, and will not peel back when left…
HS-1 SL Now Offered in Convenient Packaging
HS-1 SL from DECK-O-SEAL is a one-part self-leveling hybrid polymer sealant developed using SMP technology designed for horizontal expansion joints in swimming pool decks, patios, and sidewalks. It has recently been rereleased in new convenient packaging, an easy to use 32-ounce pouch. Just screw on the supplied application tip and apply HS-1 SL into the joint by squeezing the foil pouch. HS-1 SL is one part and no mixing is required prior to use. It’s self-leveling qualities eliminate the need for tooling. The 32-ounce pouch can be resealed to reduce wasted product. HS-1 SL can be applied to green concrete…
Our Hawkesbury District & General Hospital (HGH) case study is now available!
Our Hawkesbury District & General Hospital (HGH) case study describes the problem and solution when the new additions to the structure were designed and built. This case study is a great way to learn more about how W. R. Meadows products were used to waterproof this large project. When the Hawkesbury District & General Hospital (HGH) decided to build two large additions to its community hospital in Hawkesbury, Ontario, Canada, construction officials knew there was a big problem to solve. Below ground level was a substrate composed of solid rock with gravel on top. That meant there was no…
Russell Snow to Detail W. R. MEADOWS’ Air Barrier Performance at Pittsburgh Conference
W. R. MEADOWS’ Building Envelope Product Group Manager and Building Science Specialist Russell Snow will be featured in a panel discussion on liquid-applied air barriers during the one-day Materials Selection Conference in Pittsburgh on September 26. The event, hosted by Durability + Design magazine, is titled “Building Wall Coatings, Water Repellents and Liquid-Applied Air Barriers.” Snow currently serves as Chair of the Air Barrier Association of America and is a member of the ASTM E06, ASTM D08, and American Concrete Institute committees. He has also been involved for a number of years with Construction Specifications Canada and is currently involved…
Read Our “Building in Tight Urban Spaces” Article!
At W. R. MEADOWS, we’re proud to employ seasoned, experienced, educated professionals with impeccable product knowledge. Our sales team features many knowledgeable employees who have decade upon decade of experience in the construction industry. To help share this knowledge, our personnel actively write technical articles to help educate readers on several facets of the construction industry. Recently, our very own Wendy Talarico authored an article for respected trade publication, The Construction Specifier, which is the official publication for the Construction Specifications Institute. The article, entitled “Building in Tight Urban Spaces,” was featured in the August issue of the magazine. The…
CONSTRUCT: September 13th-15th
Mark your calendar for CONSTRUCT sponsored by CSI. You won’t want to miss the one and only national trade show and educational conference from Wednesday, September 13th through Friday, September 15th at the Rhode Island Convention Center. This event brings together thousands of leaders in the commercial building construction industry that spec and source building products. Learn about real-world, practical products and education solutions for building success during this three-day event. Hear from W. R. MEADOWS’ very own Wendy Talarico, Architectural Services Specialist, who will be presenting at CONSTRUCT. Make sure to visit W. R. MEADOWS at booth # 502.…
W. R. MEADOWS hosts ABAA Installer Training Course
W. R. MEADOWS was very pleased to host an Air Barrier Association of America (ABAA) installer certification training course at our location in Hampshire, Illinois for 15 contractors from across the country. ABAA is the national voice of the air barrier industry, setting a high standard for building envelope excellence through their Quality Assurance Program. ABAA President Russ Snow is also Building Science Specialist at W. R. MEADOWS. This 3-day training program, taught by Peter Spafford, the Director of Quality Assurance from the ABAA, focused on both theory and practical instruction for self-adhered and fluid applied air barriers. The classroom…
PRECON Underslab Membrane for Waterproofing and more
When tough underslab waterproofing is needed, PRECON membrane is the product for the job. Prevent moisture infiltration, reduce methane and radon gas invasion, and create a barricade against termites with the addition of PRECON into your construction project. PRECON is made up of non-woven fabric, elastomeric membrane, and a plasmatic core that is exclusively patented by W. R. MEADOWS. PRECON offers the lowest water vapor transmission rating available with its exceptionally tough seven-layer plasmatic core. A mechanical bond is formed between cured concrete and PRECON to ensure the membrane is sealed to the concrete for long-lasting protection. PRECON is ideal…
W. R. MEADOWS Introduces CLAY-TITE Waterproofing Membrane
W. R. MEADOWS is excited to introduce the newest member of their Waterproofing Membrane line, CLAY-TITE. The addition of CLAY-TITE bentonite waterproofing membrane offers a waterproofing option that is based on bentonite clay, a first of its kind from W. R. MEADOWS. CLAY-TITE is a dual layer waterproofing membrane consisting of virgin HDPE and sodium bentonite, and a protective layer consisting of a non-woven polypropylene. The HDPE in CLAY-TITE provides the first layer of waterproofing while the bentonite’s self-sealing capabilities ensure puncture protection under hydrostatic conditions. The additional of polypropylene fabric protects the bentonite on the job site and from…