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BS 8102:2022 An overview of changes to basement waterproofing guidance

07 Apr 2023

The revision to BS 8102:2009 Code of practice for protection of below ground structures against water from the ground was published in March 2022. A key driver for the revision was the grades of performance for below ground spaces and these have been updated to focus on designing for the intended use of the space.

New Gas Membrane Approved Installer Scheme

06 Feb 2023

A new initiative that certifies installers of gas membranes has been launched by the British Board of Agrément in colloboration with TBIC member Juta UK and other industry partners.

The new Gas Membrane Approved Installer Scheme is the culmination of three years’ work and is the first of its kind in the UK, delivering supply chain reassurance of high-quality products installed by competent, certified professionals to ensure safe outcomes.

Newton Waterproofing Recycling Service

20 Sep 2022

Now in its fifth full year, the award-winning and free Newton Recycling Service is still pushing sustainability best practice in UK waterproofing. This includes the biggest development in 2021, expanding the service to also recycle plastic and metal bottles and containers through a new partnership with a leading specialist in hazardous waste management.

A warm welcome to CSSW London Waterproofing

13 Jul 2022

The Basement Information Centre is pleased to announce that CSSW London Waterproofing have recently joined as members and we would like to give them a warm welcome.

BS 8102:2022 An overview of changes to basement waterproofing guidance

01 Jul 2022

The revision to BS 8102:2009 Code of practice for protection of below ground structures against water from the ground was published in March 2022. A key driver for the revision was the grades of performance for below ground spaces and these have been updated to focus on designing for the intended use of the space.

Watertight concrete structures to BS 8102:2022

19 May 2022

Emily provides a snapshot of some of the key changes in the 2022 revision of BS 8102. The revision to BS 8102 (Code of practice for protection of below ground structures against water from the ground) was published in March 2022. 

Book Newton's New RIBA CPD on Waterproofing to British Standard 8102:2022

01 May 2022

On March 31st, 2022, the new British Standard for waterproofing was released, providing access to the updated version of the Standard, BS 8102:2022. The newly titled Standard is the Code of Practice for the “Protection of Below Ground Structures Against Water Ingress” and includes a wide number of revisions and updates to the previous 2009 version.

Upcoming CPD and training from members

21 Apr 2022

TBIC aims to encourage good practice in the design and construction of basements and a key part of this is CPD and training. This is a round-up of upcoming CPD and training available from our members.