How to protect your balcony in case of bad weather?

Protecting exterior surfaces with resins during inclement weather can be problematic. The vast majority of resins are unsuitable for application in high humidity or on damp surfaces. If the technical data sheet states that you should postpone application if precipitation is expected, you should definitely follow it. Failure to follow the manufacturer's recommendations can result in more work instead of saving time. Furthermore, you will incur higher costs, as in addition to the price of the products themselves, you will also incur cleaning costs. Fortunately, we offer products that minimize the risk of application in inclement weather.

Primers for concrete substrates

If you're concerned that rain may fall shortly after applying the primer, consider the fast-drying Neodur Fast Track PR . Due to its short polymerization time, this product is resistant to rainfall in just two hours. This property also allows for the application of another layer of the balcony and terrace system after just two to three hours.

If we don't have time to protect the concrete substrate from precipitation and the surface is already damp, there's no need to incur the high costs of bringing the concrete to a moisture content of 4%. In such a situation, Neopox Primer WS – an epoxy primer for use on damp concrete substrates (humidity below 100%!). In short, after the precipitation, simply remove the water with a mop and cloth, and then we can proceed to priming the substrate without any problems.

Another advantage of Neopox Primer WS is its versatility. When mixed with fine quartz sand, it can be used to create a leveling mortar. At 20 °C, this product becomes rain-resistant in just 2 hours.

Waterproofing products

A common problem with waterproofing products is their lack of resistance to rainfall before they cure, especially with water-based products. In the event of heavy rainfall immediately after application, they can run off , staining everything nearby, such as facades or lawns.

the Neoproof Polyurea family comes to the rescue . This range of products is designed for waterproofing roofs, terraces, and balconies. It is characterized by high mechanical resistance, ease of application, and very high elasticity (approximately 400%). However, the greatest advantage of Neoproof Polyurea is the very short time it takes for the product to become rain-resistant. Neoproof Polyurea R becomes rain-resistant within an hour of application, while Neoproof Polyurea C1 is resistant within two hours. This feature effectively minimizes the risk running off during expected rainfall.

Topcoats

Balconies and terraces are challenging surfaces to protect, as they combine the characteristics of both roofs (requiring waterproofing) and floors (requiring abrasion resistance). At the same time, given the harsh weather, they also offer an additional benefit: resistance to rainfall. Two products from our range meet all these requirements:

Neodur FT Elastic is a high-build polyurea resin for protecting terraces and balconies. The product is characterized by high mechanical and chemical resistance while maintaining flexibility. However, its most important feature is its fast setting. Neodur FT Elastic is resistant to foot traffic and rainfall after just 4 hours, allowing for safe application in unpredictable weather.

Neodur FT Clear is a product designed for those who, in addition to safety (mechanical resistance and waterproofing), value stunning visuals. The varnish is transparent, allowing you to apply decorative flakes in various sizes and colors to your balcony or terrace. Neodur FT Clear becomes rain-resistant relatively quickly, after approximately 5 hours.

To the rescue, or waterproofing during rain

It's quite common for a balcony or terrace to be located above a living space. In such cases, balcony waterproofing is particularly important, as it protects the room from flooding. 

What can we do if an emergency situation occurs and we have a leak, even though it's still raining outside? Fillcoat Fillcoat Fibers reinforced sealant . These products can be applied in all weather conditions except snowfall, so in our case, we can effectively protect our leaking balcony even in the rain.

As you can see, even in difficult weather conditions it is possible to effectively and reliably protect the surfaces of balconies, terraces and external floors.