Area of application
Mainz, Neuwied and the surrounding area
Guide | Schattauer Mainz & Neuwied
Movement joints and connection details: this is where most damage occurs
The surface is rarely the problem - critical areas are joints, edges and transitions. The guide leads from the causes through typical zones to execution and control.
Proceed
Advice, on-site testing, clean system setup
Goal
Long-lasting, dense and easy-care surfaces
Short answer: Joints and connections absorb movements. If they are planned or executed incorrectly, water will penetrate - even if the surface is intact.
Why joints and connections are so crucial
Components work based on temperature, humidity and usage. Movement joints and connection details should accommodate these movements.
If these zones are formed incorrectly, cracks and leaks usually first appear at the transitions. This determines which zones are in focus.
Short info: Most damage begins at the edge, not the center of the area.
Typical high-risk connection zones
Transitions to doors, railing feet, bases, upstands and penetrations are critical.
Edge profiles and connections to adjacent components must also be planned according to the system. This makes execution central in the next step.
Short info: Transitions are always one of the most important test points in inventory analysis.
Detailed execution: cleanly planned, cleanly implemented
A long-lasting design requires clear detailed planning: heights, water flow, sealing routing and connection profiles.
In practice, controlled shift transitions and consistent lines are crucial.
Short info: Clean details are the best protection against subsequent costs.
Control and follow-up care
Regular visual inspection helps to identify small abnormalities early and to correct them locally.
Edge zones should be checked, especially after winter periods or heavy rain.
Short info: Early control prevents major interventions.
Practical knowledge: Keep an eye on connection details
Joints and connections are sensitive areas - precise testing is particularly worthwhile here.
Checklist for clients
- Check edge zones and transitions specifically for cracks and discoloration.
- Document construction heights on thresholds, bases and railing feet.
- Have connection profiles explicitly named in the offer.
- Plan for a quick visual inspection after winter and heavy rain.
Common stumbling blocks in practice
- Treat details as a secondary item and only clarify them at the end.
- Only reworking joints visually instead of making them technically correct.
- Ignoring small anomalies at the edges for too long.
Frequently asked questions
Can you simply paint over joints?
No, joints must be formed correctly from a technical point of view, otherwise they will crack again.
How do I recognize a weak connection point?
Discoloration, edge cracks or signs of moisture are typical warning signals.
Does the railing have to be removed for renovation?
That depends on the system and the detailed training - a targeted adjustment is often enough.
Regional entrances for Mainz and Neuwied
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