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We are proud to introduce three groundbreaking products and processes that have set new benchmarks in the waterproofing industry, both in Australia and globally. These innovations not only provide long-lasting protection but also meet the strict Australian Standards for waterproofing bathrooms, ensuring superior performance and compliance with AS 3740:2021.

Discover how our DiamoSmart® System, Hydro Barrier, and SealRight™ products are revolutionizing bathroom waterproofing.

What Are the Australian Standards for Waterproofing Bathrooms?

Australian Standard AS 3740:2021 outlines the minimum requirements for the waterproofing of wet areas, including bathrooms, kitchens, and laundries. Key aspects of the standard include:

  • Waterproofing Shower Walls: Shower walls must be waterproofed to a minimum height of 1800mm above the finished floor level or 50mm above the shower rose, whichever is higher.
  • Waterproofing Under Floor Finishes: Waterproof membranes must be applied under all tiled floors in wet areas.
  • Floor Falls (Drainage Slopes): Floors must have a minimum continuous fall of 1:80 to ensure proper drainage.
  • Junctions and Seals: All junctions between walls and floors must be sealed with flexible waterproof materials, and all penetrations (e.g., pipes, taps) must be waterproofed.
  • Complete Floor Waterproofing in Wet Areas: Shower floors must be fully waterproofed, and the floor must be waterproofed across the entire wet area if it’s above a ground-level substrate.

At The Shower Repair Centre, our patented products are designed to meet and exceed these strict standards, providing exceptional waterproofing solutions.

How Does the DiamoSmart® System Revolutionize Waterproofing?

The DiamoSmart® System is a pioneering technology of The Shower Repair Centre that allows technicians to repair leaking showers, balconies, or any wet areas without removing tiles, a revolutionary process that sets new industry benchmarks. This advanced system is designed to meet Australian Standard AS 3740:2021, ensuring compliance while delivering superior performance. Here’s how the process works:

Sealing of Cracked Tiles

The DiamoSmart® System begins by addressing cracked tiles, ensuring that they are sealed or replaced as needed. This step complies with the requirement of sealing all junctions and penetrations in accordance with AS 3740. Cracked tiles, when left unaddressed, can lead to water seepage, and our system ensures these areas are fully sealed.

Sealing of grouts using Hydro Barrier Sealant

Our specialized Hydro Barrier Sealant penetrates below the surface, sealing grout, porous tiles, and even hairline cracks. This advanced solution forms a durable barrier against water and oil penetration, adhering to the floor waterproofing requirements outlined in AS 3740. It ensures that every junction and seam is fully sealed, providing long-lasting protection.

Preparing Floor and Wall Junctions

The system uses DiamoSmart® technology to prepare the floor and wall junctions. This step addresses the installation of waterproofing membranes to the required heights as specified by AS 3740, ensuring that the waterproofing is effective from floor to ceiling.

Sealing of Waste and Pipe Penetrations through flexible waterproofing

The DiamoSmart® System uses specialized tools and sealants, making sure the water in the shower room does not leak through critical areas. This also adheres to the standard for sealing junctions and penetrations with flexible waterproof materials.

Application of SealRight™ Solution

Finally, the SealRight™ solution is applied to the prepared surfaces, enhancing the bonding between the tiles and the waterproofing agents. This step ensures a strong, long-lasting seal, far surpassing older, less reliable products, and meeting the effective bonding requirement of AS 3740.

The DiamoSmart® System doesn’t just comply with Australian Standards for waterproofing bathrooms — it exceeds them. By addressing cracked tiles, hairline cracks, waste and pipe seals, and junction waterproofing, the DiamoSmart® System ensures comprehensive protection that meets or surpasses AS 3740:2021 requirements. The best part? No need to remove tiles, saving time and reducing disruption while providing a permanent solution.

Conclusion

Ready to ensure your bathroom is waterproofed to the highest Australian standards? Contact The Shower Repair Centre today to discuss your project. Our team of experts will guide you through the process and help you choose the best waterproofing products tailored to your needs. Reach out via our website or call 1300 888 806 to get started on your waterproofing project today.

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REGROUTING SHOWERS & TILES

Australia's Most Awarded Company For Shower Regrout Repair And Tile Regrouting Services In Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, Sydney, and Central Coast

Regrouting Tiles And Regrouting Showers For Over 23 Years

With over 23 years of experience and 70,000 showers repaired to date, we guarantee that every shower regrout repair we will do for our clients is nothing short of what we will do for ourselves. You can have complete confidence that we will deliver the highest level of shower and tile regrouting service that backs up your company standards.

  • Australia's Most Awarded Shower Repairer
  • Over 70,000 Showers Repaired
  • 25-Year Product Warranty
  • 24 Years In Business
  • Pioneered and Patented the DiamoSmart® System
  • Introduced and Uses SealRight SealRight™ & HydroBarrier Sealant

Australia's Most Awarded Shower Repairer

Over 70,000 Showers Repaired

25-Year Product Warranty

24 Years In Business

Pioneered and Patented the DiamoSmart® System

Introduced and Uses SealRight SealRight™ & HydroBarrier Sealant

SETTING NEW BENCHMARKS WITH OUR HIGH QUALITY REGROUTING SHOWER SERVICE

There are many ways you can renovate your bathroom but if you’re looking for a quick and budget-friendly fix, regrouting tiles is the key.

The DiamoSmart® System, copies of which are now used throughout the industry, was pioneered by our founder, Mark Studdert. Before its invention, Mark noticed that the old method of regrouting showers caused small but visible chips to the edges of tiles and diminished the lustre of the tiles’ edge. He designed a small diamond-tipped grouter that would eliminate these issues when regrouting bathroom tiles. Our team offers a Diamond Re-Grout Service where we strip off existing grout and replace it with a premium Epoxy grout, which is more resistant to stains, cracks, harsh weather conditions, chemicals, and climate changes than traditional grout. This makes it suitable for areas with high traffic and since it’s a waterproofing grout, it improves not only the bathroom’s aesthetics but also its functionality.

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FAQ’s

The purpose of the grout is to emanate an unblemished tile appearance, while bonding the wall junctions and the floor and wall junctions – preventing wall and floor separation.

Grout mixtures must be selected carefully to make sure that dirt and other outside elements like mould and mildew will not seep into the tiles to avoid discoloration and possible leaks.

There are various ways in which installation can cause cracked grout in shower:

* If mixed with too much water concentration or additives

* If too little adhesive is used in tiles installation

* Cement-based grout can only handle the pressure for so long if a tile pulls away from the wall after the adhesive dries

Fact: Grouting is the weakest link in a tile installation.

Cracked grout in shower mainly happens due to movement between two surfaces with homes inevitably moving in tiny increments because of humidity, foundation settling, and temperature.

Even old or damaged grout can make the most beautiful looking tiles ugly and not to mention, it can cause structural damage to your home. Thus, immediate regrouting shower service is needed.

Regrouting showers and tiles is a quick and budget-friendly fix if mould has already grown into some parts of your bathroom. We highly recommend using epoxy over cement-based when regrouting tiles because it’s stronger, more durable, and only requires light maintenance.

At the first sign of grout damage, you must regrout shower tiles immediately. The longer showers are left with failing grout, the higher the chance that water damage is occurring to the wall behind your tile. The area of damage does not have to incur direct water spray during baths or showers to allow water seepage. Water that sits on the surface of tiles from shower spray or heavy steam will inevitably run behind the broken areas of your grout

Before the invention of the DiamoSmart® System, the old methods of tile regrouting caused small but visible chips to the edges of tiles and diminished the lustre of the edge of the tiles. The DiamoSmart® System eliminated this issue. Our exclusive procedure for regrouting showers is listed below:

* Remove any mouldy or deteriorated sealants such as silicon

* Strip the existing grout out of the walls * Strip out any damaged grout from the floor area

* Strip out grout from around the drain

* Prepare floor and wall junctions using our DiamoSmart® system. This system uses a diamond-tipped blade for regrouting bathroom tiles, removing the sheen from the tile edge creating a small gully in wall and floor junctions.

* Inject our SealRight sealant into the gully so it bonds the wall junctions and the floor and wall junctions – preventing wall and floor separation.

* Regrout bathroom walls and floor using commercial grade mould retardant grout

* Apply silicon to the internal areas of the shower screen

* Coat the internal shower area with our hydro barrier sealant creating an invisible glove to prevent water penetration. This sealant is painted or sprayed on the wall and floor tiles, waterproofing grout surface and beneath it. This soaks in and seals anything that is porous, such as grout lines and hairline cracks.

 

When regrouting showers and tiles, the type of grout matters and you should know that Epoxy grout is the most superior of all. Here’s why.

Unlike traditional grouts, Epoxy grout is made of two-part epoxy resins which are mixed with filler powder.

What does that mean?

Its composition makes it:

* Waterproof
* Nearly 100% resistant to stains
* Highly resistant to chemicals and physical pressure
* Doesn’t need sealing
* Low maintenance

These characteristics make Epoxy grout the best for regrouting shower and bathroom tiles. Its stain, crack and chemical-resistant properties make it suitable for areas with high traffic whilst its resistance to climate changes make it ideal for locations with harsh weather conditions, excessive amounts of humidity or severe cold. What’s even more interesting is that Epoxy grout’s colour remains constant throughout. The pigment of traditional grout can diminish easily during cleaning.

Moisture and direct water contact contribute to grout deterioration over time, and eventually, the tiles will crack. This is why you should consider regrouting shower tiles every six months. This is a quick and budget-friendly fix that can restore your bathroom’s previous glow immediately.

You should know that you need to call in a professional to do the tile regrouting for you. Even if you possess excellent handyman skills, small mistakes can lead to extensive damage to your grout and tiles. The cost to regrout shower is expensive and if the grout is not installed correctly, moisture can seep into small holes, causing mould and mildew growth, and may cause you to call for a regrout service earlier than expected.

Cement-based grout is actually the weakest link in tile installation because of its many drawbacks with the major being its porous nature. Its pores allow dirt and other outside elements to find their way into the grout, causing staining and allowing mould and grime to embed themselves into the grout, which requires an urgent regrouting shower service.

The best way to prevent grout from cracking is by using Epoxy grout which is strong, durable and requires light maintenance. Whilst it costs higher than cement-based grout, it lasts much longer, negating the cost to regrout shower.