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Overview
Kingtran Waterproofing Membrane is described as a waterproofing membrane roll intended for shower and wet-area waterproofing. It is described as 3.3 ft x 32.8 ft (1 x 10M) with 108 sq ft coverage and a 23.6 mil (0.6mm) thickness. It is described for use in moisture-prone spaces such as shower rooms, bathrooms, steam rooms, kitchens, laundry rooms, saunas, roofs, and balconies.
Key takeaways
- This product is described as a waterproofing membrane roll sized 3.3 ft x 32.8 ft with 108 sq ft coverage.
- It is described with a 23.6 mil (0.6mm) thickness and described as highly moisture and water proof.
- It is described as a 3-layer waterproofing construction with non-woven polypropylene layers and a polypropylene core.
- It is described as tearproof and described with strong pulling force.
- Review patterns buyers commonly mention thickness, durability, and being easy to apply or work with.
What the product is designed to do
This product is described as a waterproof membrane intended to prevent water or moisture from crossing to tiles, ceramics, or wood floor. It is described as helping avoid tile cracks and helping avoid room damp. It is described for wet areas and waterproofing work in shower rooms, bathrooms, steam rooms, kitchens, laundry rooms, saunas, roofs, balconies, and other moisture-prone areas.
It is described for indoors and outdoors waterproofing with cement. It is described with a membrane-and-cement approach that places the membrane between cement paste layers before tile fixing.
Materials, dimensions, and technical details
| Detail | What it is described as |
|---|---|
| Roll size | 3.3 ft x 32.8 ft (1 x 10M) |
| Coverage | 108 sq ft |
| Thickness | 23.6 mils (0.6mm) thickness |
| Material | Polyethylene |
| Construction | Upper and down with uniform non-woven polypropylene layers, middle with pure polypropylene core; triple waterproofing |
| Included components | 1 roll waterproof membrane |
| Item weight | 7.24 pounds |
| Part number / model | Kin-FS-1X10M |
| Item package quantity | 1 |
Installation and placement notes
This product is described as easy to install and described as free cutting and foldable to fit different sizes and shapes. It is described as having a flat and pattern design intended to help lay it on the floor conveniently. It is described that the roll can be cut with scissors or a knife to suit different shapes.
It is described with a “3 layers installation” sequence: 1st cement paste on foundation, 2nd the waterproofing membrane, 3rd cement paste covering the waterproof membrane, and then tile fixing. It is described for placement and use in shower rooms, bathrooms, steam rooms, kitchens, laundry rooms, saunas, roofs, balconies, and other moisture-prone areas where waterproofing is intended.
For layout and fitting, this product is described as supporting free cutting so it can be trimmed to actual requirements. It is described as foldable so it can be adapted to different sizes and shapes during application.
Performance characteristics described in the listing
This product is described as strong waterproof and described with long-life time. It is described as offering more than 20 years service time, and it is described as “Perfectly for 20+ years life.” It is described as having a three-layer design and described as high quality polyethylene membrane.
It is described as “Highly Moisture& Water Proof,” and it is described that the thickness up to 23.6 mils can effectively prevent water or moisture from penetrating into wooden floors, ceramic tiles, cement, and ceramic floors or walls. It is described as helping prevent tiles or floors from cracking and helping avoid room damp. It is described with “long lasting water-resistance, and anti aging.”
It is described as tearproof. It is described as having strong pulling force, and it is described that this strong pulling force will make a waterproof work project “perfectly for 20+ years life.” It is described as a triple waterproofing construction with uniform non-woven polypropylene layers on the upper and lower sides and a pure polypropylene core in the middle.
Review patterns buyers commonly mention
Review patterns buyers commonly mention that the membrane feels thick. Review patterns buyers commonly mention durability and commonly describe it as easy to apply or easy to work with. Review patterns buyers commonly mention using it in wet areas such as bathrooms and showers, including behind tile, and commonly describe it as helping with moisture protection or acting as a protective barrier. Review patterns buyers commonly mention taking time with waterproofing prep and adhesives during installation.
Pros
- Described as a shower waterproof membrane roll with 3.3 ft x 32.8 ft size and 108 sq ft coverage.
- Described as 23.6 mil (0.6mm) thick and described as highly moisture and water proof.
- Described as tearproof and described with strong pulling force.
- Described as free cutting, and described as cuttable with scissors or a knife to suit different shapes.
Cons
- Review patterns buyers commonly mention that installation takes time and that waterproofing prep and adhesives matter during installation.
- It is described with a cement-paste installation sequence that includes cement paste on the foundation and cement paste covering the membrane before tile fixing.
FAQ
What areas is this membrane described for?
It is described for shower rooms, bathrooms, steam rooms, kitchens, laundry rooms, saunas, roofs, balconies, and other moisture-prone areas, including bathroom walls and tile applications.
What size and coverage is it described as?
It is described as 3.3 ft x 32.8 ft (1 x 10M) with 108 sq ft coverage.
What thickness is it described as?
It is described as a 23.6 mil (0.6mm) thickness membrane.
How is it described to be installed with cement?
It is described with a “3 layers installation”: 1st cement paste on foundation, 2nd the waterproof membrane, 3rd cement paste covering the waterproof membrane, and then tile fixing.
Can it be cut to fit different shapes?
It is described as free cutting and described that the roll can be cut with scissors or a knife to suit different shapes, and it is described as foldable to fit different sizes and shapes.
What is the membrane described as being made of?
It is described as polyethylene and described as having uniform non-woven polypropylene layers on the upper and lower sides with a pure polypropylene core in the middle.