In Redondo Beach, California, a lovely beachside condominium community, Casa Bahia, overlooks a stunning ocean view. Throughout its 40+ years standing, the building underwent several maintenance upkeeps and repairs, especially regarding protection against the misty ocean breeze. 

Addressing the Issue/Challenges 

The building’s 4000 square foot courtyard deck required waterproofing resurfacing. Westcoat rep Bill England worked with Craig Schlumbohm of Pacific Construction Analysts to find the perfect solution. Originally, the project specified Westcoat’s MACoat system; however, after removal of the entire deck system, applicators WICR Riverside discovered concrete precast panels with wood-filled large expansion joints. Bill initially recommended full removal of the concrete panels and a split tab waterproofing system be installed to better suit the unusual substrate. However, considering budget constraints, the HOA, Pacific Construction Analysts, and WICR needed a more cost-effective solution.  

The Solution – Mer-Ko® Weather Deck 

Mer-Ko’s Weather Deck emerged the next best option. Not only was it a financially viable choice, but its ability to also “float” over the substrate presented a seamless solution. Prior to Weather Deck installation, new door pans, deck to wall flashing, and significant sloping with MK-10 Underlayment Cement were required. Once these preparatory measures were in place, WICR Riverside was able to proceed with the system application.  

Residents of Casa Bahia can now walk with confidence knowing that their safety is ensured and recognized as a priority. 

Join us for a FREE SHUR DECK WATERPROOFING TRAINING hosted by Berkley Specialities, Inc. in Salisbury, North Carolina, presented to you by Westcoat Rep Robert Ryan and Berkley Specialties’ Jeff Berkley.

Thursday, April 4, 2024   |   9:00AM-3:30PM

Watch live installation of:

• Shur Deck Standard
• Shur Deck PRO

Product notebooks, training materials, and lunch will be provided.

RSVP to jeff@berkleyspecialties.com as a headcount is needed for food and refreshments.

Join us for a FREE SHUR DECK WATERPROOFING DEMO hosted by Desert Polymer Flooring, Inc. in Tempe, Arizona, presented to you by Westcoat Reps Mark Haen and Curtis Lawson.

January 10, 2024 10:00AM-2:00PM

Watch live installation of:

• Shur Deck Standard
• Shur Deck PRO

Lunch will be provided.

Join us for a FREE SHUR DECK WATERPROOFING DEMO hosted by JB Wholesale in Gardena, California, presented to you by Westcoat Reps Bill England and Marc Di Zinno.

October 5, 2023 8:00AM-12:00PM

Watch live installation of:

• Shur Deck Standard
• Shur Deck PRO

Lunch will be provided.

We are excited to announce our improved MK-40 Mer-Ko Topcoat.

This topcoat is a high-performance 100% acrylic water-based coating, that has excellent resistance to weather and dries quickly. MK-40 is designed to be used as the topcoat for Weather Deck and Shur Deck Systems.

View Technical Bulletin

Some of the benefits and improvements made to these materials are:

• Enhanced product stability
• Greater ease of mixing
• Better color stability
• Adjusted lower viscosity to help with roller application
• Increased sheen to semi-gloss, for greater ease in cleanability
• Updated Color chart with 5 new colors and 5 discontinued colors

Effective Date

Starting June 26th 2023 or all batch numbers 23177 or later.

Advisory

MK-40 may appear different from previous batches. It is recommended to avoid use with

previous batches, to ensure consistent sheen, color and overall finish.

If you have any additional questions on this improved formula, please contact your local

Mer-Ko Sales Representative or contact us at 1-844-537-7203

View Updated Color Chart

Join us for a FREE SHUR DECK WATERPROOFING DEMO hosted by Roofline Supply in Vista, California, presented to you by Westcoat Reps Bill England and Marc Di Zinno.

September 28, 2023 8:00AM-12:00PM

Watch live installation of:

• Shur Deck Standard
• Shur Deck PRO

Lunch will be provided.

Our new Shur Deck training video can be viewed on our YouTube page, enjoy!

Shur Deck – Value Engineered System

A metal lath reinforced walking deck and flat rooftop deck system designed for use over plywood or concrete substrates. This high-performance system provides long-term durability and waterproofing protection using a latex-modified polymer mortar to prevent cracking.

Using a wide variety of finishing techniques, this seamless, flexible, skid-resistant, crack-resistant, waterproofing foot traffic surface will complement any design — providing functional protection and aesthetic appeal.

The need for space-saving, affordable housing complexes is not diminishing anytime in the near future. In fact, low income, and multi-family apartment complexes are rapidly outnumbering single-family, new construction homes in the United States – a trend that doesn’t seem to be slowing. Part of protecting these huge new investments include going the extra mile to ensure your new endeavor performs to the best of its ability.

Protecting balconies, walkways, decks, rooftops, and stairways from destructive elements can greatly increase the lifespan of your substrate and can save time and money on future damage and potential repairs. Because affordable housing complexes are constructed with a budget in mind, it is important you can attain both quality and cost-effectiveness when choosing waterproofing solutions.

Shur Deck – The Affordable Housing Solution

The Shur Deck Waterproofing System is a multi-layer, cementitious system designed for use over plywood or concrete substrates. This system consists of reinforcing metal lath (when installed over plywood), cementitious filler, and a reinforced flexible latex waterproofing membrane. This waterproofing membrane incorporates an anti-microbial component that inhibits the growth of mold and mildew on the membrane surface and in damp settings – perfect for coastal or rainy environments.

An acrylic, matte topcoat available in 9 opaque colors, finishes the system leaving it protected from harmful UV rays and is chemical resistant. The durable surface allows for regular daily maintenance and won’t degrade with scrubbing or cleaning solutions.

Some great advantages to the system:

• Cost-Effective
• Seamless & monolithic
• Excellent adhesion to plywood substrates
• Will not soften under high temperatures
• Resists degradation from UV, ozone, and weathering
• Outstanding long-term durability and performance
• Solvent-free / Environmentally friendly
• One Cement System

The Shur Deck System has some important ratings and reports, too!

• One-Hour Fire Resistance Rating
• Class A Fire-Retardant Roofing System
• IAPMO Evaluation Report # 517

The Shur Deck system is not only top of the line for waterproofing and protection but also looks great. Aside from standard trowel finish, the system can also be textured by using design options such as skip trowel texturing, trowel knock-down, stippling, and stenciling. This wide array of finish options provides unlimited aesthetic design.

The system comes standard with a 5-year warranty, with longer warranties also available. Shur Deck Underlayment is additionally available for use under laminate or tile. Versatile and powerful, the Shur Deck system is a great asset to your investment and is a perfect way to add appeal to your affordable housing properties.

Want to learn more about the Shur Deck system?

Fill out the form below and a sales representative in your area will contact you.

MK-86 Mer-Ko Slip Resistant Additive is a non-skid additive that can be mixed with high solids epoxies, polyurethanes, and topcoats to produce a skid resistant surface to help reduce slipping. This lightweight
product will remain suspended in high viscosity coatings.

Advantages of using a Slip Resistant Additive

• Skid Resistance
• No need to grind, sand, or broadcast
• Works in Clear and Pigmented Coatings
• Easy to Use
• Aggressive Texture for Greater Skid Resistance

The MK-86 Slip Resistant Additive can be purchased in 32-ounce quart containers for $10.85, click on the button below to order today. Interested in learning more about our Shur Deck? Please contact us at (844) 537-7203 or via our Contact Us page