Waterproofing a Plywood Roof Deck or Balcony with Liquid Rubber Deck Coating!

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Waterproofing a Plywood Roof Deck or Balcony with Liquid Rubber Deck Coating!

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Abbotts At Home - DIY & Home

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@AbbottsAtHome 3 жыл бұрын

New video - 2 years later - Liquid Rubber update on my deck: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/n69jiNB_l5O1lWQ.html You can find my written steps for how to waterproof a plywood deck here: abbottsathome.com/how-to-waterproof-a-plywood-deck-roof-or-balcony/

@delfyperez637 3 жыл бұрын

Excusame exterior paint is working on top this liquid rubber or not I think for sure I did a mistake jejjej...please let me know...thanks

@N1Caraguita 3 жыл бұрын

Dope! Video... I almost paid someone to do this 🤦🏽‍♂️ thank you, for saving me money! Appreciate you.

@jurgenhissen 24 күн бұрын

Really curious about how to finish the drip edge. Any pointers?

@brianargyle7344 3 жыл бұрын

I noticed that on the video that Liquid Rubber has produced, they lay the Geo-Textile tape down during the Primer application. That would probably avoid the extra heavy coating you had initially of the Poly that took so long to dry. It may also help saturate the tape and have it lay right onto the wood, since the primer is much thinner.

@AbbottsAtHome 3 жыл бұрын

Here’s a link to their instructions, I followed their 3 course application recommended when 2 boards meet, to fill the gap. 👍 cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1442/2252/files/Application-Guide-Liquid_Rubber_Polyurethane-Deck-Coating.pdf?v=1591645547

@AutoFreak10 Ай бұрын

Great job, well done you 👏🏼

@AbbottsAtHome Ай бұрын

Thanks!

@Ryebread3325 4 жыл бұрын

I've been looking for a solid video no plywood decks. Thanks!

@AbbottsAtHome 4 жыл бұрын

Glad I could help!

@AustinMakesVids 4 жыл бұрын

I really like how this turned out. I have never seen this sort of treatment before, I will be really interested in seeing how it holds up! -Austin

@AbbottsAtHome 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Austin! I have high hopes for it so far. It looks great and seems really durable. 🤞🤞🤞

@paulcon8710 4 жыл бұрын

I Had a tiled balcony that leaked roughed up the tiles , applied liquid flash then a rubber paint to walk on no more leaks that was 20 plus years ago , approx 15 years ago built a balcony , just like this one , done it the same way , joints are cracking and need redoing now , but heh 15 years on the beachfront , very harsh conditions , excellent stuff ,, in fact last week done my caravan roof to stop a leak , , 2 coats , storms next day , no more leaks , product i used was called liquid flash in Aust , but its the same product from the looks

@israfil1534 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely gonna do this cuz I deserve it lol thank you

@AbbottsAtHome 3 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome. 😊

@utubestalker.dotcom 4 жыл бұрын

cool. thanks for the idea. it's basically an elastomeric sealant with a poly cloth to make the sealant stronger, and the primer helps the top coating to stick to the surface. This is the same procedure for roofing, so if you don't want to use the liquid rubber brand you can use something similar at your local hardware store. Use the primer especially on new wood, so that the wood soaks up the liquid, otherwise if you skip the primer, you will end up using more product to coat the surface, and over time the product will end up peeling off due to the intense sun. If you only use 1-2 coats with a brush, when it dries it will be a really thin layer of rubber on top of the surface. Elastomeric and Rubber surface coatings can get really expensive if you have a lot of surface to cover. And, it doesn't last forever. Since global warming has increased the sun beating down on surfaces, we've notice that the material is not as trustworthy. might be a better option to use a pond liner on top, for areas that pool and is exposed to a lot of sun, if you really want to weatherproof it, if using plywood or OSB

@AbbottsAtHome 4 жыл бұрын

Luckily, I planned ahead and sloped that roof. I never have any pooling. And, my surface is shaded all day. So, I can’t verify it’s durability in full sun. But, what I really like about this product is that it’s highly recommended, looks great so no need to cover it, feels great under bare feet, has held up under all of the heat and rain we get in the south, and it comes in lots of colors. It was really easy to apply too! A friend even used it to make the floor of her camper watertight. 👍

@factionGM 4 жыл бұрын

What if you have a tar balcony? We have tar balcony and there is some type of waterproofing membrane that looks similar to what they use on roofs. The thing is the surface is not level, so water ends up sitting there. As a result pockets started creating on the waterproof membrane and eventually break through the tar in between cracks.

@AbbottsAtHome 4 жыл бұрын

@@factionGM sorry, I’ve never worked on a tar roof. I remember watching my Dad and Grandpa pour a new tar layer on a roof as a kid. I think it’s so thick that you have to drag a leveler across it to get a smooth surface. I’d call the customer service line at Liquid Rubber to see if they have a product that can go over tar. 👍

@davidgilkey1899 2 жыл бұрын

you lost me at global warming

@BahianoReno 3 жыл бұрын

Great video my friend, thank you very much for sharing, keep safe

@AbbottsAtHome 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!! 🙏 Keep Safe too.

@williamprezioso2742 Ай бұрын

Nice brush

@danclu5171 2 жыл бұрын

Hello, I was wondering how you finished the outer edge of the deck. I don't see any metal flashing to wrap the corner. I don't want to use it anyways. Could we use the geo-textile tape and fold it to wrap that edge corner? Or no need anything at all? Great tutorial video. Thank you.

@AbbottsAtHome 2 жыл бұрын

Hi! I wrapped the edge and the joint where the overhang meets the shed wall with the geotextile, then coated the whole area with Liquid Rubber since I didn’t have a drip-edge installed. 👍

@steveswanson4152 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this video! Really helped. Is 5 coats required? or you just wanted to go through all your material?

@AbbottsAtHome 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Steve. If I’m remembering correctly, you only need 3 coats. But read the container to be sure. I’m just paranoid and overdo everything! 😊

@hr1551 4 жыл бұрын

seems really great! wonder if it worth while to put another layer of vinyl plank. seems would be more scratch resistant than just this ruber.

@AbbottsAtHome 4 жыл бұрын

I haven't seen any scratches yet. But, I know what you mean. I think some people build a floating deck over this. I like the vinyl plank idea. Vinyl planks could work, if it's sealed enough to keep water from getting under it. :)

@rsnyderP 4 жыл бұрын

Great Video! My wife and I are looking at doing this to a small balcony. Thank you for all the links! In the beginning it looked like the product color was grey. On the final closeup it appeared white. Did that really happen or is it just the lighting? Also, how slippery is the deck after it rains? -Rick

@AbbottsAtHome 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Rick!! It’s definitely just the lighting. The color doesn’t really change as it dries. It’s a medium grey. The deck is surprisingly not slippery. It feels like linoleum so if it was really wet and you had slippy shoes on, you might slip. But, I wouldn’t say it’s any more slippery than a wet wood deck. But, just in case, they make a textured version of this too. 😁

@camb565 2 жыл бұрын

Great video. I just used some of your tips to prep my deck. Thanks :) How is it holding up now?

@AbbottsAtHome 2 жыл бұрын

Actually, I was just up there yesterday giving the floor a good wash. And, it still looks great. No damage at all, 1 1/2 years later. 👍

@esmeraldamoreno9809 11 ай бұрын

Post a video

@garrettsorley8260 3 жыл бұрын

How’s it holding up? If you slide a chair across the top does it rip?

@AbbottsAtHome 3 жыл бұрын

It doesn’t peel like latex paint would. Ours still looks new. But, it’s not like we’re eating meals up there. That would be a lot more chair scraping than we’re doing. So, I’m not sure how well it would hold up to daily chair scraping from adults. 🤷‍♀️

@12vLife 2 жыл бұрын

How has this held up 18mo later?

@AbbottsAtHome 2 жыл бұрын

Still looks good, no leaks. 👍

@canadajin9 2 жыл бұрын

Just a small correction: their 3 course application with the Geo-Textile tape is intended to be used with the primer, not the polyurethane. See starting at the 1:28 min. mark of the company's instructional video. That said, it looks like it's still holding up well for you! kzfaq.info/get/bejne/qN6UrNeW1KeWip8.html

@AbbottsAtHome 2 жыл бұрын

That's interesting. I see what you're saying about applying it with primer. I was actually following a different one of their videos: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/p912pN1hyZzaY3U.html That video is on the geotextile product page and shows it being applied to the coating. But, either way, you're right, it's held up great.👍

@warrengauthier4699 Жыл бұрын

How many liters of Liquid Rubber were used to make 5 coats? Did the manufacturer recommend 5 coats? If not how many were recommended?

@AbbottsAtHome Жыл бұрын

I don’t know what it would be in liters. I used less than 5 gallons. They have a square footage formula to help you figure out how much you need. I used more than they recommended, mainly because I always overdo everything. 👍

@newsguyonsite 4 ай бұрын

How strach resistant is it if I put metal chairs on it?? Thanks

@AbbottsAtHome 4 ай бұрын

I dragged a 2x4 bench frame across it and it didn't make a mark. But, I'd avoid sharp edges to keep it nice longer.

@azil0324 3 жыл бұрын

Is it slippery when wet? I have an apt with a 150 sqft balcony/patio area sitting above the carport. I had new OSB subfloor, waterproof paper, durock and tile laid down a couple of years ago. With the recent TX rain, it keeps getting wet; water sips through grout lines and has now rotten about 2' x 3' section of subfloor. As a result, the enclosed carport gets tons of water. Wondering if I could use this on top of existing tiles, after repairing the rotten out area of course.

@AbbottsAtHome 3 жыл бұрын

You can call the Liquid Rubber help line about using it over tile. I think you can, but definitely double check. I wouldn't call it slippery but water can make anything a little more risky. BUT, they have a textured version that's even more slip-resistant.👍

@azil0324 3 жыл бұрын

@@AbbottsAtHome Thank you for replying so fast! The current tile is slip-resistant and because my Dad stays in the apt from time to time, I don't want it to become a hazard. I will look into the texture one. 👍

@sarahveronica5841 4 жыл бұрын

Hey really like your video! Wondering how much rubber paint you ended up using for your size deck?

@AbbottsAtHome 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Sarah! I used 5 gallons of the liquid rubber (about 5 coats on this 75 sq foot area). :)

@jerrytalley802 2 жыл бұрын

QUESTION; When was this deck coated please, how has it held up?

@AbbottsAtHome 2 жыл бұрын

Hi! I get this question pretty often. So, I made this 2 years later video: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/n69jiNB_l5O1lWQ.html :)

@jerrytalley802 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much. I have a 13x16 deck on the second floor. I want to put a workshop under it. My deck boards are starting to suffer so thinking of plywooding over all of it, leaving the old decking on for strength and the fact I used galvanized nails and they are brutal to pull out. I don’t have the energy for that anymore, lol thanks again for responding

@AbbottsAtHome 2 жыл бұрын

@@jerrytalley802 You’re welcome! Good luck.

@kevinmatthews1264 Жыл бұрын

Did you use the smooth or textured liquid rubber?

@AbbottsAtHome Жыл бұрын

I used the smooth, but applying it with a nappy roller gave it a little texture. 👍

@jodiehamilton8518 2 жыл бұрын

How’s it holding up? I used this. It lasted about 5 yrs then the entire deck was saturated under the rubber surface.

@AbbottsAtHome 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Jodie! Mine is a little over 2 years old and still holding up great. I recorded a new video about it: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/n69jiNB_l5O1lWQ.html Did you have scratches and damage to the Liquid Rubber that caused the saturation? Or was it deck boards and the water penetrated from underneath? Just curious about what you think went wrong. Or do you think it just needs to be reapplied every 4 or 5 years? Thanks!

@watr77222 11 ай бұрын

I'm correct in assuming it was not a covered area and not do to accumulation of humidity? Thanks

@theknight8036 2 жыл бұрын

How is your deck holding up? I'm on the fence about doin vinyl vs liquid rubber. It's very hard to fi d any reviews on long term liquid rubber reviews.

@AbbottsAtHome 2 жыл бұрын

I’ll try to do an update video this week. People ask for it all the time. But, it still looks new 2 years later. 👍

@JLT2342 4 жыл бұрын

I am working on my balcony deck. I really don't know what liquid rubber to waterproof the balcony. I just wonder the material (liquid Rubber brand) that you used is last.

@AbbottsAtHome 4 жыл бұрын

Hi! Here’s the products I used on this balcony. 😊 Here's a list of the products I used on this build (all Amazon ads): Liquid Rubber Smooth Poly UV Resistant Deck and Dock Coating, color Stone Gray - amzn.to/2XI1i7M Liquid Rubber Geo-Textile - amzn.to/3f3JSZj Liquid Rubber Primer - amzn.to/2Uoamwz Minwax Wood Filler - amzn.to/30ksH1q 40 Grit Sandpaper and a power sander to prep the surface

@jerrytalley802 2 жыл бұрын

Sorry, I meant to ask what grade of plywood you used and/or do they recommend? Thanks

@AbbottsAtHome 2 жыл бұрын

It's just exterior grade plywood from Lowes or HD. 👍

@israfil1534 3 жыл бұрын

I am about to do this would you pls update me on how it’s holding ?

@AbbottsAtHome 3 жыл бұрын

I was just up there this week. Looks like new. 👍

@israfil1534 3 жыл бұрын

@@AbbottsAtHome thank you

@AoPWolf 3 жыл бұрын

How is it holding up after 5 months?

@AbbottsAtHome 3 жыл бұрын

Looks exactly the same. And we’ve had some pretty big rain events in the Spring and Fall hurricane season. 👍

@rockys7726 7 ай бұрын

So what's the difference between this and what they put on flat roofs?

@AbbottsAtHome 7 ай бұрын

Liquid Rubber works best for porches, patios, balconies that people need to walk on. Hot tar roofs are better as roofing. y.com/pros-and-cons-of-hot-tar-roofs/

@kingcountydee 2 жыл бұрын

Hi I’m looking to do something like this. How’s everything holding up? Any crack or peeling? Did you have to reapply more of the product since?

@AbbottsAtHome 2 жыл бұрын

Hi! Still looks like new, 2 years later. I need to make an update video for this to show all the people that ask. It doesn't seem to crack or peel, but my decking is under trees. So, I can't say what would happen to it in constant direct sunlight. But, I really love the look and feel of this product so far.

@kingcountydee 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! I think I’m going to go with this product! Thank you again for sharing this video! 👍🏽

@christianssoldiers4058 2 ай бұрын

Any updates?

@AbbottsAtHome 2 ай бұрын

Did you watch this "2-years later" update? kzfaq.info/get/bejne/n69jiNB_l5O1lWQ.html

@DavidRodriguez-wd2sz 3 жыл бұрын

Great job did u put a drip edge or is it not needed in ur situation

@AbbottsAtHome 3 жыл бұрын

I do have a drip edge. I put it under the deck that overhangs that side by an inch. And, I have that waterproofing on the edge of that deck and on the bottom, up to the drip edge. 👍

@DavidRodriguez-wd2sz 3 жыл бұрын

Great job I’m very interested in that product!Thank u for the response!

@AbbottsAtHome 3 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome and good luck with your project!!

@GoodDay-rs5mb 4 жыл бұрын

🌷🤗Thank you!

@AbbottsAtHome 4 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome!!

@58gennaro 2 жыл бұрын

I priced an aluminum waterproof decking system for a 40 sq ft entrance porch for my son's house. Extremely expe nsive. I'm skeptical this would hold up to the constant foot traffic of a main entrance. Maybe with an outdoor carpet on top.

@AbbottsAtHome 2 жыл бұрын

Good question. I’m not sure how long this would hold up to front entrance foot traffic. It is very durable. But, it probably requires maintenance (a fresh layer) from time to time. I’d definitely get the textured liquid rubber for a main entrance deck. Good luck!!

@58gennaro 2 жыл бұрын

@@AbbottsAtHome Thanks for the reply. The reapplication wouldn't bother me.

@borg386 Жыл бұрын

Nice! Do they have other colors available?

@AbbottsAtHome Жыл бұрын

Yep! It comes in about a dozen common deck colors: amzn.to/2XI1i7M

@StarD435 2 жыл бұрын

Any updates on this? How is the maintenance of this in heat and cold areas?

@AbbottsAtHome 2 жыл бұрын

Hi! Mine still looks like new 2 years later. But, I live in Houston Texas. So, not much experience with cold weather. But, it’s great in CRAZY heat. 😅

@StarD435 2 жыл бұрын

@@AbbottsAtHome thank you for the reply

@canadajin9 2 жыл бұрын

We installed the same product two years ago in Alberta, Canada on a direct south facing deck. The temps get at hot as 38C/100F in the summer and as cold as -30C/-22F in the winter and it's held up great! We installed over older Duradek and saved approx $4,000 doing this ourselves.

@StarD435 2 жыл бұрын

@@canadajin9 awesome. Thank you for the response

@AbbottsAtHome 2 жыл бұрын

@@canadajin9 Good to know that it holds up under cold temps too. Thanks!

@min3tte 4 жыл бұрын

I’m just curious how this is holding up so far?

@AbbottsAtHome 4 жыл бұрын

Great so far. 👍

@remi1213 2 жыл бұрын

Can I use the Rubber liquid without primer application and without Geotextile???

@AbbottsAtHome 2 жыл бұрын

You should definitely use the primer. That will help it get a better grip on the surface. The geotextile is only needed if you have joints between boards or between floor and wall. Better safe than sorry. 👍

@honeybadger2514 2 жыл бұрын

Can I use liquid rubber for siding?

@AbbottsAtHome 2 жыл бұрын

I'm not sure. But, I have heard that Liquid Rubber has a very helpful customer service team. If you call I'm sure they'll try to help.

@ryanomoso7173 4 жыл бұрын

Are you going to install wood deck on top of the rubber?

@AbbottsAtHome 4 жыл бұрын

You could. But I really like it as it is. I’ll put Adirondack chairs and a little table and turn it into a picnic spot. 👍

@ryanomoso7173 4 жыл бұрын

@@AbbottsAtHome so the wood deck will be screwed through the rubber and plywood? Would the screw holes compromise the waterproofing?

@jakepoetzl8023 3 жыл бұрын

That would be a very bad idea. Nails/screws would compromise the waterproofing and standing water caught between your wood deck boards would sit there until they penetrated the plywood.

@kronk358 2 жыл бұрын

How ia it holding up?

@AbbottsAtHome 2 жыл бұрын

Hi! I get those question so often, I made a 2 years later video showing how it's held up: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/n69jiNB_l5O1lWQ.html

@JoannGatchi 3 жыл бұрын

How is it now?

@AbbottsAtHome 3 жыл бұрын

Still looks new 11/2 years later. 👍

@willowsworld8505 2 жыл бұрын

how did this hood up for you?

@AbbottsAtHome 2 жыл бұрын

2 years later and it still looks and feels the same. 👍👍👍

@Rockon072008 4 жыл бұрын

What type of L shape you used at corners? I see several and want to know yours

@AbbottsAtHome 4 жыл бұрын

Hi! Are you talking about the metal flashing? Or the 1x4 exterior grade wood trim? Both can be found at Lowe's or Home Depot. 👍

@Rockon072008 4 жыл бұрын

@@AbbottsAtHome metal flashing.... what is the size.

@AbbottsAtHome 4 жыл бұрын

It’s about 5” on one side and 7” on the other. I think it’s sold in 20’ lengths, but it’s been a while since I bought it. You’ll probably find it in the roofing aisle near gable vents, if your store is set up like mine. 👍

@thangschannel6414 2 жыл бұрын

What weather in your area

@AbbottsAtHome 2 жыл бұрын

I live in Houston. So, we never get snow. And, only drop below freezing a few days a year. Here's a 2-years later update on this deck you might like: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/n69jiNB_l5O1lWQ.html