WHAT IS BARRIER-1®?

Barrier-1® prevents moisture-related flooring failures by stopping moisture vapor emission out of the concrete slab. It is available as an Admixture, which is integral to the concrete mix, or as a Topical System for application to existing slabs.

HOW DOES BARRIER-1® WORK?

Barrier-1® eliminates the route of moisture vapor emission through concrete by closing down the integral capillary system. Our products contain zero volatile organic compounds (VOC) and requires no special handling or equipment.

Barrier-1® Admixture is a sodium silicate-based, complex formula that is free of all volatile organic compounds (VOCs). It is specifically designed to have a natural chemical reaction with pre-existing elements inside the concrete. This chemical reaction forms a permanent barrier (capillary break), which will become integral to the concrete and irremovable.

Barrier-1 Admixture can be added to the mix at the batch plant or job site and is designed to benefit all types of slabs: below-grade, on-grade and above-grade.

Barrier-1® Topical System is a three component, water based, non-toxic, zero VOC, liquid that is designed to provide a superior chemical and mechanical bond to the concrete substrate and stop moisture vapor emission. This unique three-component, water-reducible coating will add speed and provide additional / enhanced adhesion to the application of coatings, membranes and cementitious underlayments.

Barrier-1 Topical System can be applied to concrete containing Barrier-1 Admixture or as the Barrier-1 Topical System.