Tanking is a term that is used when asphalt is formed to completely seal a void or area to keep moisture/water out or as a tank to keep liquid in. It is used in basements, lift shaft bases or anywhere where the adjacent ground is higher. It is used to line bund to tanks etc.

Tanking is normally applied in 3no. coats direct to the base.

Typical asphalt tanking

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Typical asphalt tanking in a basement

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Typical external tanking

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