Tech-Dry Masonry

In 1996, utilising nano-technology, Tech-Dry’s research scientists developed a silicone based admixture for the use in the manufacture of concrete masonry. It was discovered that the performance of this admixture greatly exceeded that of the commonly used stearate and oleate based admixtures in the reduction of water absorption and efflorescence.

Since 2001, most block manufacturers within Australia have successfully implemented the use of this admixture in the production of concrete blocks, bricks, pavers and tiles. Its use has revolutionised the way concrete masonry is made water repellent and has led to the development If Tech-Dry Masonry water repellent concrete masonry.

Tech-Dry Masonry pre-sealing technology spans across a wide range of products and surfaces. Using the admixtures Tech-Dry Block Emulsion and Techdryad Super silicone admixtures, concrete blocks, bricks, pavers, and tiles and precast concrete can express the water repellent features whereas the use of Tech-Dry Plasticure is a similar admixture used in the construction of rammed earth to exhibit the same water repellency.

Some benefits of specifying Tech-Dry Masonry include:

• Surfaces resist long term efflorescence and remain pristine
• Surfaces resist biological growth due to the masonry remaining dry
• Rising damp at the base of concrete walls is eliminated
• Appearances close to natural stone can be produced
• The building structure remains dry and is environmentally friendly, as evaporation from damp external walls uses energy
• Erosion damage due to the effects of salt from sea spray or salt chlorinated pools is eliminated
• Masonry remains dry and can be laid in wet weather
• Surfaces exhibit a clean, rather than oily, appearance which can be caused by oil based admixtures
• Surfaces do not require periodic painting or maintenance, reducing the lifetime costs of the building
• Colour fast surfaces
• Innovative textures and contemporary colours available

Tech-Dry Masonry water repellent concrete products are available through Boral Masonry, Adbri Masonry, Baines Masonry and other leading block manufacturers Australia wide.