Buildings and Civil Engineering Works - Determination of the Staining of Porous Substrates by Sealants Used in Joints - Part 1: Test with Compression
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The DIN ISO 16938-1 standard provides a method for evaluating the staining of porous substrates caused by sealants used in joints in building and civil engineering works. This standard focuses specifically on the test conducted using compression. The objective of the test is to assess the potential for staining of porous materials such as marble, limestone, sandstone, or granite when exposed to different sealant formulations.
The test results are specific to the combination of the sealant and substrate tested and should not be generalized to other sealant formulations or porous materials. It is important to note that the compression applied during the test accelerates the potential for staining on the specimens.
This standard is crucial for the construction industry as it helps in evaluating the suitability of sealant products for use on porous substrates. By determining the staining behavior of sealants, it aids in the selection of appropriate sealant materials and prevents potential aesthetic or durability issues in the long run.
| Descriptors | Ageing (materials), Building sealants, Buildings, Compression, Compression testing, Construction, Construction materials, Granite, Joint sealants, Limestone, Marble, Porous materials, Sandstone, Sealing materials, Stains (discoloration), Substrates (insulating), Test specimens, Testing, Testing conditions |
| ICS Codes | 91.100.50 - Binders. Sealing materials |
| Language(s) | English |
| File Size | 2.4 MB |
