Traffic System

Pedestrian Traffic-Coating System

A waterproofing and wear assembly for walkways, balconies and pedestrian decks that combines a membrane, slip-resistant surfacing and a decorative finish.

ConcretePlywood / approved deck boards (per specification)Cementitious surfaces
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When this system may fit

Is this the right assembly?

  • A pedestrian deck, balcony or walkway needs waterproofing
  • A slip-resistant, finished surface is required
  • Occupied areas need a durable but presentable finish
  • Details around thresholds and drains need continuous protection

These are indicators, not a specification. Suitability is confirmed by a project review.

Substrates

ConcretePlywood / approved deck boards (per specification)Cementitious surfaces

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System at a glance

The assembly, layer by layer

Decorative finish coat
Presentable, UV-stable finish
Slip-resistant aggregate
Fine broadcast for grip
Waterproofing membrane
Elastomeric waterproofing
Primer
Matched to the substrate
Prepared substrate
Sound, clean and dry

Layers shown top (finish) to bottom (substrate). Actual products and build are per specification.

Existing condition

What we assess first

  • Substrate soundness and moisture
  • Deflection and movement (timber decks)
  • Thresholds, drainage and slope
  • Aesthetic and slip requirements
Preparation requirements
  • Prepare and clean the substrate
  • Repair defects and set drainage details
  • Confirm moisture is acceptable
  • Prime as required
Critical details
  • Door thresholds and upstands
  • Drains and scuppers
  • Balustrade posts and penetrations
  • Terminations and transitions
Application sequence

How it goes together

Prepare

Clean and prepare the substrate; set details.

Prime

Apply the appropriate primer.

Waterproof

Apply the waterproofing membrane and reinforce details.

Surface & finish

Broadcast slip-resistant aggregate and apply the decorative finish.

Approved system build. The specific products, film builds, coverage rates, cure and recoat times and the qualified build-up for the Pedestrian Traffic-Coating System are confirmed by the current specification and a project review. We publish these values only where supported by the approved product documents — request the specification for your project below.
Performance

What it delivers

  • Waterproof and slip-resistant
  • Presentable decorative finishes
  • Details cleanly at thresholds and drains
Limitations & considerations

Where to take care

  • Timber decks require movement consideration
  • Requires sound, dry substrate
  • Weather-dependent cure
Weather & cure conditions
  • Apply within specified conditions; protect from rain until cured
  • Allow full cure before foot traffic
  • Observe recoat windows
Quality-control checklist
  • Substrate and moisture verified
  • Detail waterproofing inspected
  • Aggregate broadcast checked
  • Finish coverage and cure verified
Warranty & qualification

Backed when specified & installed correctly

Warranty coverage for this system depends on specifying it appropriately for the conditions, installation by a qualified installer, and a registered project. Coverage terms are defined by the applicable warranty document.

Warranty Installer Certification

Technical documents

The specification, installation guide and detail drawings for the Pedestrian Traffic-Coating System are maintained with revision control and available on request.

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