Maintaining and protecting building structures from gradual corrosion is an unavoidable task. Weather conditions, along with natural and man-made factors, have a cumulative effect on the quality of structures. Taking protective measures can halt the destruction.
Helix offers innovative technological solutions to protect structures from corrosion. With many years of experience in the hotel and yachting sectors, Helix proposes specialised protection methods that stand out for their effectiveness and ease of application.
Is the gradual destruction of materials inevitable?
Protecting building structures (houses, hotels, buildings, bridges, pipelines, etc.) from damage due to natural and man-made factors is a constant challenge. Progressive erosion occurs due to the changes in weather conditions and the cumulative effects that act upon structures. While the impact of weathering is inevitable for any building, taking measures to prevent gradual deterioration can yield maximum dividends. Helix‘s innovative technological formulas, coupled with a wealth of experience in demanding hotel and yachting sectors, offer specialised protection solutions against corrosion, distinguished by their easy application and durability in the results.
There are many reasons to address wear and tear. Helix can be your best ally in the battle against the main corrosion agent- water. With waterproofing materials for multiple surfaces, whether natural or artificial, it offers effective waterproofing solutions to keep your surfaces looking as good as ever.
What are the main causes of structural deterioration that reduce the lifespan of a structure?
The environment of a building structure contributes to the influence of external factors, which are the primary causes of the deterioration of the structure and the shortening of its lifetime. There are three main categories of external factors: a) physical and mechanical (heat, solar radiation, cold, wind, water, forces acting on the structure), b) chemical (oxides present in the atmosphere, chlorine ions in seawater) and c) organic (fungi and micro-organisms).
What is the main factor in the corrosion process of building materials?
Several factors can have a destructive effect on a structure, the main component being water. For example, water as rain can mechanically act on loose surfaces and remove loose parts. In the form of water vapour or moisture, it can dissolve oxygen, salts, acids, or other chemical compounds, accelerating corrosion and causing severe damage. Even repeated cooling and thawing of water in porous structures causes surface damage. And finally, the presence of water is beneficial to the formation of micro-organisms and even mould.
How can I protect my surfaces from gradual corrosion?
The answer is waterproofing. It’s important to note that any porous or water-absorbent surface can be transformed into a hydrophobic surface with the right waterproofing product. The choice of the appropriate waterproofing product depends on the nature of the building material, e.g. cement, natural or artificial stone, joints, plasterboard, wood, glass, and fabric.
Helix, with its catalogue of waterproofing products, inhibits natural deterioration and puts corrosion, regardless of the surface, in a challenging position!
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