For decades, builders have relied on surface membranes — but as failure rates and moisture-related issues continue to rise, penetrating moisture barriers are proving to be the longer-lasting and more reliable choice for durable slab protection.

The Traditional Approach: Surface Membranes

Surface membranes are typically sprayed, rolled, or sheeted over the slab after the concrete pour. They’re designed to act as a protective skin that keeps moisture out and allows for floor coverings or render.

But here’s the catch — they come with major flaws:

• 🔧 Easy to puncture or damage during follow-on trades
• ⚠️ Cracks and slab movement can tear the membrane
• 🎯 Requires perfect application — any missed edge or thin patch is a moisture entry point
• ☀️ UV exposure and foot traffic degrade surface membranes over time

Even the smallest scratch or pinhole can allow water into the slab — leading to issues like:

• Rising moisture and damp slab edges
• Efflorescence and salt deposits
• Flooring delamination and adhesive failure
• Long-term concrete cancer (spalling from corroding reinforcement)

The Smarter Solution: Penetrating Moisture Barriers

DeepCure by Integra Industries uses advanced chemistry to protect concrete from the inside out. Instead of forming a surface layer, it penetrates deep into the concrete matrix while the slab is still green (freshly poured).

Once inside, DeepCure reacts with free alkalis to form a permanent gel barrier that:

• ✅ Seals microcracks and capillaries
• ✅ Prevents water and salts from entering
• ✅ Leaves no surface film to be damaged or worn away
• ✅ Protects against chemical and chloride attack
• ✅ Improves slab curing (AS3799 compliant)

Because the barrier forms inside the concrete, it provides permanent waterproofing and durability — without risk of physical damage or installer error.

Why Builders and Engineers Are Making the Switch to DeepCure

• Lower Risk: Internal protection removes reliance on fragile membranes and perfect workmanship
• Longer Life Slabs: Fewer moisture problems, reduced slab deterioration, and fewer builder callbacks
• Faster Project Timelines: No waiting for membrane curing, and slabs are trafficable in 30 minutes

When durability, moisture protection, and long-term slab performance matter — penetrating barriers like DeepCure are the smarter investment.

See the Difference

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Left: Cracked surface with failed membrane
Right: DeepCure-treated concrete — dry, strong, and protected from within

Protect from Within — Not Just the Surface

Don’t rely on surface treatments alone. Give your concrete the internal protection it needs to resist water, salt, and deterioration for decades.

Contact Integra Industries today to learn how DeepCure can waterproof and future-proof your next slab project from the inside out.

Call: 0422 820 520
Email: caleb@advancedpiping.com.au

DeepCure by Integra Industries – Internal Protection That Lasts.