Casa Canal Residence by AHS

About the Project

Casa Canal Residence by AHS is a residential building with three basement levels, located right next to the Dubai Canal. Its water tank required a waterproofing solution that could also stand up to aggressive conditions over the long term. The Baumerk Crystalline Coating System was applied throughout the water tank, covering more than 3,000 m² with Baumerk Crystal 25. The system protects the concrete against water ingress as well as sulfate and chloride attack, improving durability and extending the service life of the tank structure.

The long-term performance of this application comes from the properties of Baumerk Crystal 25. Crystal 25 is a one-component, cement-based crystalline waterproofing material that can be applied from both the positive and the negative side. It resists positive and negative water pressure, protects the concrete against corrosion and improves its abrasion and impact resistance. Applied by brush in at least two coats at about 1 kg/m² per coat, it is non-toxic and safe for drinking-water tanks; in tanks, filling with water 24 hours after application increases crystal formation and penetration depth. Its active chemicals fill the capillary gaps of the concrete with permanent, insoluble crystals, making the structure watertight while keeping it vapour-permeable.