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How long before a waterproofing system can be flood-tested?
Use the milestone for flood testing, not a generic dry-to-touch time. The table below is built only from numeric times in manufacturer documents already recorded in our catalog.
Important: Shortest does not mean interchangeable. Product type, surface, conditions and intended use still have to match your project.
Manufacturer-stated times
| Product | Manufacturer-stated minimum | Condition/source |
|---|---|---|
| LATICRETE HYDRO BAN 1 One-part liquid membrane (DS-65452-1026) | 2 hours | At 70°F (21°C) and 50% relative humidity. For 35 to 69°F (2 to 21°C), allow 24 hours after final cure. |
| LATICRETE HYDRO BAN Adhesive & Sealant Sealant (DS-108-0825) | 2 hours | At 70°F (21°C) or higher and 50% relative humidity. Cold or dry conditions require a longer cure. |
| MAPEI Mapelastic AquaDefense Liquid-applied membrane | 12 hours | Conditions are not stated beyond the shower-pan use. |
| LATICRETE 9235 Waterproofing Membrane Liquid membrane (DS-236-0420) | 7 days | At 70°F (21°C) and 50% relative humidity. Cold and wet conditions need longer. |
How to use this table
Open the exact product page to see the variant, source wording, stated conditions and other milestones. A minimum time is the earliest stated threshold under the manufacturer’s conditions—not a guarantee for colder, wetter, thicker or poorly ventilated applications.
Related checks
- Confirm the exact formula and region on your container.
- Use the clock for your next action rather than touch-dry time.
- Check temperature, humidity, thickness and substrate notes.
- When the manufacturer provides no correction factor, wait longer and verify physical readiness.