Archetech Issue 27 2016 | Page 18

The LATICRETE® range of products offers globally proven solutions for the installation of tile and stone for the widest possible range of building structures and environments. For over 60 years LATICRETE® technology has been the reliable asset and trusted partner for architects, engineers and contractors in over 80 countries around the globe. From underlayment’s, waterproofing, sound & crack isolation, adhesives and grouts LATICRETE® are capable of meeting all technical challenges. One of the specialities within LATICRETE® is swimming pools, with our wealth of knowledge and products, we are able to offer the complete solution. Starting with Laticrete Fortified Mortar for the render/ screed to meet tight tolerances found in competition swimming pools, to complete peace of mind by using LATICRETE® Hydro Ban, which is a thin, load bearing, single component, waterproofing/ isolating membrane, applied as a two coat application by brush or roller directly to the concrete shell or the render/ screed. It forms a flexible, seamless liquid rubber membrane, therefore does not require the use of fabric tapes at the wall/ floor junctions, corners or light fiings. In addition, LATICRETE® Hydro Ban will inhibit any unsightly efflorescence from travelling from the concrete background to the finished tiled surface. LATICRETE® have a range of tile adhesives suitable for use in swimming pools to suit all tiling requirements and finally LATICRETE® Spectra Lock Pro Premium Grout, which is the most user friendly, chemical resistant grout on the market today. Our warranties, system guarantees and worldwide technical support have ensured the success of LATICRETE® as a key project partner. [email protected] | 0151 486 6101 | www.laticrete.co.uk Replacement Balustrade A great many character or period properties have stone balustrade incorporated into their design. These balustrades make a large visual impact, but they also have a practical purpose as barriers and screens. Archetech - Page 18 A common cause for the demise of a balustrade is the presence of water. Many original balustrades were made from artificial stonework such as Roman Cement, Concrete and Stucco. These were often reinforced with iron or mild steel bars which rust and expand when exposed to water over a long period. See The View Not The Window Unit 32, Telegraph Hill Industrial Estate, Laundry Road, Minster CT12 4HL 01843 825573 | [email protected] www.arcvis.co.uk Other balustrades were made of natural stone such as Portland Stone or Bath Stone. While these types of balustrade do not suffer from ‘blown’ reinforcing, they do have a finite life span and the surface of stonework will often delaminate or form powdery patches. Tel: 01634 711617 Email: [email protected] Web: www.kentbalusters.co.uk