About Asian Paints SmartCare Damp Sheath Exterior
Asian Paints SmartCare Damp Sheath Exterior is a premium waterproofing solution designed for exterior surfaces. It offers excellent protection against water-related damage to terraces, balconies, and walls. Acting as both a waterproofing coating and a basecoat for Asian Paints Exterior Emulsion, this product combines strength, flexibility, and durability to deliver long-lasting results. Its superior adhesion and crack-bridging properties make it an ideal choice for ensuring structural integrity under various conditions.
Why Choose Asian Paints SmartCare Damp Sheath Exterior?
Best-in-Class Waterproofing
Asian Paints SmartCare Damp Sheath Exterior offers advanced waterproofing performance, withstanding up to 5 bars of positive pressure on horizontal surfaces and 3 bars on vertical ones. This ensures exceptional protection against leakage, seepage, and water-related damage. Its robust barrier effectively safeguards terraces and walls, maintaining structural integrity and ensuring peace of mind during heavy rain or damp conditions.
Superior Adhesion
The product exhibits outstanding adhesion to masonry and cementitious surfaces, forming a durable and reliable basecoat. This strong bond eliminates concerns about peeling or flaking over time, ensuring consistent performance. It not only enhances the application process but also supports long-term durability, making it a dependable choice for exterior protection in construction and repair projects.
Exceptional Flexibility
With an elongation capacity of 150%, SmartCare Damp Sheath Exterior provides remarkable flexibility. This allows it to accommodate structural movement and minor shifts on horizontal surfaces without cracking or damaging the waterproof layer. Its flexibility ensures a seamless finish, preventing cracks from weakening the barrier, and making it suitable for areas prone to frequent changes.
Crack-bridging Ability
Asian Paints SmartCare Damp Sheath Exterior excels at bridging cracks of up to 0.5 mm on horizontal surfaces. This property significantly reduces water ingress through cracks, preventing further structural damage. By filling and sealing fine gaps effectively, it ensures comprehensive waterproofing and protects against long-term deterioration caused by moisture penetration into external walls and terraces.
Versatility for Vertical and Horizontal Surfaces
The product is engineered to meet waterproofing needs for both vertical walls and horizontal terraces, offering a versatile solution. Its adaptability eliminates the need for multiple products, simplifying application processes. Whether protecting walls from rain or
terraces from standing water, SmartCare Damp Sheath Exterior delivers high performance across varied surfaces and environmental challenges.
How to Apply Asian Paints SmartCare Damp Sheath Exterior?
Application on Vertical Walls
Step One: Surface Preparation
- Allow new masonry surfaces to cure for 28 days.
- Use brushes, vacuum cleaners, or a high-pressure water jet to clean the surface, removing dust, grease, and old paint.
- Fill small cracks (up to 3 mm) with SmartCare Crack Seal and larger cracks (up to 10 mm) with SmartCare Textured Crack Filler.
Step Two: Priming
Apply one self-priming coat of Damp Sheath Exterior diluted with 10% water using a brush or roller at a coverage of 90 sq. ft./ltr. Allow drying for at least 4 hours.
Step Three: Topcoat Application
- Apply one undiluted coat of Damp Sheath Exterior at the same coverage ratio.
- Follow this by applying two coats of any Asian Paints Exterior Emulsion for a polished, weather-resistant finish.
Application on Horizontal Surfaces/Terraces
Step One: Surface Preparation
Ensure proper surface cleaning and fill cracks as per the vertical application procedure. Make sure the roof has a drainage system to prevent water stagnation.
Step Two: Priming
Apply one self-priming coat of Damp Sheath Exterior diluted with a 3:1 water ratio. Cover 55 sq. ft./ltr and allow drying for 3–4 hours.
Step Three: Topcoat Application
- Apply two undiluted coats at a coverage of 37 sq. ft./ltr per coat. The overall forced coverage is 15 sq. ft./ltr.
- Ensure application on the entire roof including parapet walls to form a uniform waterproof barrier.
Applications and Use Cases of Asian Paints SmartCare Damp Sheath Exterior
Terraces and Roofs:
Delivers strong waterproofing for horizontal surfaces, handling up to 5 bars of positive water pressure and accommodating cracks up to 0.5 mm.
Balconies and Overhangs:
Ideal for protecting projections from water seepage and maintaining structural durability.
Vertical Walls:
Serves as a basecoat under exterior emulsion, offering critical exterior waterproofing for up to 3 bars of pressure.
Parapet Walls:
Ensures a seamless waterproofing blanket across terraces and parapets for comprehensive protection.
Masonry and Cementitious Surfaces:
Its excellent adhesion works effectively on these surfaces, ensuring long-lasting application.
Crack Repairs:
This waterproofing product has crack-bridging property makes it highly effective for addressing common structural issues.