January 2004

RIW Tilesafe Launch
By:- Martin Radford, National Sales & Marketing Manager

RIW Tilesafe, a new concept in the waterproofing of wet rooms, has been introduced to compliment the range of RIW waterproofing solutions.

Water penetration through ceramic tiles in bath/shower rooms, kitchens and other wet areas caused by commissioning leaks, floods, substrate movement and grout failure can lead to extensive consequential costs and much inconvenience to those involved. RIW Tilesafe, a new concept in the waterproofing of wet areas, is the ideal solution.

RIW Tilesafe comprises of a self-adhesive, cold applied, waterproof membrane which consists of a thick rubberised waterproof layer, incorporating a woven glass fibre mesh on one side. It has been developed for use prior to the application of ceramic tiles, which are applied using a conventional adhesive which keys to the mesh. As the adhesive dries it forms a strong permanent bond through the mesh and directly onto the waterproofing layer.

The membrane provides long term waterproofing and a complete containment system that prevents water damage in rooms below wet areas such as bath/shower rooms, toilets and kitchens. It is particularly suitable for use in apartments, hotels, hospitals, student accommodation, leisure facilities, prisons and domestic use.

As a pre-formed flexible membrane, RIW Tilesafe will accommodate differential movement between building elements which is the principle weakness in alternative systems. It is therefore, ideal for use on modular
substrates such as plasterboards and plywood, as well as masonry and concrete.

RIW Tilesafe is available in individual kits and can be installed by either the end-user, general contractor or an RIW recommended specialist contractor.