Waterproofing Failures in Bathrooms in Residential Buildings

摘要

Waterproofing failures in the bathrooms of residential dwellings are widespread, particularly in shower compartments, and building regulations do not address the problem of waterproofing adequately. They are mainly caused by omission of perimeter angle flashing and by inadquate construction of the hobs in shower compartments. A general trend is emerging to use prefabricated and in-situ tray systems under the flooring of shower compartments in all types of construction.