ISO 13007-5:2015

Overview

ISO 13007-5:2015 specifies requirements, test methods, conformity evaluation, classification and designation for liquid-applied waterproofing membranes used beneath ceramic tiling bonded with adhesives. Applicable to polymer-modified cementitious coatings, dispersions and reaction-resin coatings, the standard sets terminology, performance values and labelling rules for membranes used on internal and external walls and floors. Annex A contains the normative test methods referenced in the standard.

Key Topics and Technical Requirements

• Product types and terminology: three types are defined - CM (cementitious), DM (dispersion) and RM (reaction resin).
• Fundamental performance characteristics (examples):
  • Tensile adhesion strength: initial and after exposures (water contact, heat ageing, freeze–thaw, contact with lime water) - minimum ≥ 0.5 N/mm.
  • Waterproofing: no visual penetration below the membrane and maximum ≤ 20 g weight gain.
  • Crack bridging ability: ≥ 0.75 mm under standard conditions.
• Optional characteristics (for special service conditions):
  • Resistance to chlorinated water (for swimming pools).
  • Improved crack-bridging at −5 °C (O1) or −20 °C (O2).
• Classification & designation: product symbols combine type and optional class (e.g., CM, DM O1P).
• Evaluation of conformity: products must meet all fundamental characteristics (and optional ones if claimed).
• Marking and labelling: required information includes product name, manufacturer, batch/date, ISO 13007-5:2015 reference, product type/class, storage/shelf life, mix proportions, pot life, application method, required thickness, delay before tiling and compatible adhesives (per ISO 13007-1).
• Annex A (normative): test methods, sampling (ISO 15605), test conditions, tile and substrate specifications and tensile pull-test apparatus requirements.

Applications and Who Uses This Standard

ISO 13007-5 is essential for:

• Manufacturers developing and certifying liquid-applied waterproofing membranes for tiling.
• Testing laboratories and conformity bodies performing standardized performance tests and issuing declarations of conformity.
• Specifiers, architects and engineers writing performance-based specifications for wet areas, balconies, facades and pool installations.
• Tile installers and contractors selecting appropriate membranes compatible with tile adhesives and service conditions.
• Product managers and compliance teams preparing labels, data sheets and declarations to meet market and regulatory requirements.

Keywords: ISO 13007-5, liquid-applied waterproofing membranes, ceramic tiles, test methods, classification, tensile adhesion strength, crack bridging ability, pool waterproofing, tile adhesives.

Related Standards

• ISO 13007-1 (adhesives) and ISO 13007-2 (test methods)
• ISO 13006 (ceramic tile definitions and classification)
• ISO 15605 (sampling)
• Relevant EN standards referenced in the normative annex (listed in ISO 13007-5).