While it is important to consider appearance when building a new home, it is equally of importance to consider the underlying structure that underpins the home. If these areas are located close to living spaces, such as a living room or bedroom, the need for waterproofing toilets, bathrooms and showers can often help avoid serious damage in the future.

Waterproofing is a crucial preventative measure that helps to protect the building from moisture damage and ensure safety. Bathrooms, laundries, and other wet areas are particularly vulnerable to moisture damage, and must be waterproofed or made water resistant in order to comply with Australian Standard AS 3740-2010 (Waterproofing of domestic wet areas).

Building codes in Australia dictate that the following surfaces be professionally waterproofed:

• Bathroom walls
• Shower walls and floors
• Spa floors
• Bathroom floors on the second storey or above
• Any bathroom floors containing wood
• Steps at the entry of the bath and/or shower

Bathrooms pose a challenging environment for builders due to the number of surfaces that need to be waterproofed, ideally prior to the installation of appliances and/or flooring.

Nexus Commercial Services can waterproof your bathroom across these key areas, placing a membrane beneath the flooring to ensure that the foundations are protected from any splashes and drips that cause water damage. This ensures that the underlying integrity of the bathroom is maintained as it is used over time.