How to choose the right Below Grade Waterproofing Membrane?

The COLPHENE waterproofing line for foundations is synonymous with performance and durability. Whether for conventional foundations, blindside waterproofing or ICF, SOPREMA has the solution for your below-grade waterproofing project.

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Foundations with limited access?
COLPHENE BSW is the perfect solution for you!

In most construction projects located within large urban centres, access to the exterior walls of the foundation is difficult. Under these conditions, a high-performance pre-applied foundation waterproofing system must be used.

Featured Products

We offer a complete product line for below-grade waterproofing, ranging from membranes to insulation and drainage solutions.

COLPHENE 3000

COLPHENE BSW V

COLPHENE BSW H

COLPHENE ICF

COLPHENE H ​

COLPHENE LM BARR

Our Below Grade Waterproofing Systems​

Our below-grade waterproofing systems are suitable for all kinds of construction projects. Discover which ones are the most popular on the market!​

COLPHENE BSW SYSTEM

ADVANTAGES

  • Excellent adhesion to poured concrete
  • Resistant to hydrostatic pressure
  • Superior resistance to tears and punctures
  • COLPHENE BSW laps are heat-welded
    creating monolithic joints; no tape needed
  • Resistant to chemicals
  • Non-permeable to vapor and gas

COLPHENE 3000 SYSTEM

ADVANTAGES

  • 60 mils thick SBS polymer modified asphalt waterproofing
  • Exceptional puncture resistance
  • High tensile strength
  • Factory controlled thicknesses
  • Clean up is easy and non-hazardous
  • No waiting for cure times
  • Dependable adhesion with primer + membrane

COLPHENE LM BARR SYSTEM

ADVANTAGES

  • One pass application up to 120 mils
  • Moisture cure allows COLPHENE LM BARR to bond to green concrete which allows you to coat the concrete sooner as opposed to emulsion-type or cutback products which can blister with moisture
  • High solids content – meaning it won’t shrink or pull away from the concrete – i.e. 120 mils is 120 mils
  • Fast cure reduces construction sequencing time by reducing backfill wait times
  • Rain safe in minutes

COLPHENE ICF SYSTEM

ADVANTAGES

  • 40 mils thick SBS polymer modified asphalt waterproofing
  • Exceptional puncture resistance
  • High tensile strength
  • Factory controlled thicknesses
  • Clean up is easy and non-hazardous
  • No waiting for cure times
  • Dependable adhesion with primer + membrane

Featured Projects

ANB BANK –
DENVER, COLORADO

THE METROPOLITAN MUSEUM OF ART – NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK

Denver Union Station – Denver, Colorado

TOOLS WITHIN YOUR GRASP​

To help you make an informed decision regarding our below-grade waterproofing systems and thus find the best option for your needs, please read the material that our experts have written specifically for the COLPHENE waterproofing line.​​

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Brochures

APPLICATION GUIDELINES

COLPHENE LM BARR

Products

Brochures

COLPHENE LM BARR

COLPHENE BSW H

COLPHENE BSW V

COLPHENE 3000

COLPHENE ICF

COLPHENE H

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APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS​

COLPHENE LM BARR

COLPHENE BSW H

COLPHENE BSW V

COLPHENE 3000

COLPHENE ICF

COLPHENE H

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