Worsening Weather Underlines the Benefits of CaberShield Eco from West Fraser
25 Feb 2026
Maintaining architectural intent throughout a construction project can be challenging – particularly around roof and vertical penetrations as well as other interfaces. These complex details can disrupt clean lines and carefully considered aesthetics if they are not properly planned and installed.
Waterproofing can impact building performance and durability and a well-designed weatherproofing strategy plays a key role in preserving a building’s architectural vision.
The weatherproofing part of a build can be surprisingly complex, especially when buildings contain multiple penetrations, such as:
As services pass in and out of the building envelope, they can disrupt the visual appearance – penetrating cladding in undesirable locations or introducing obtrusive, inconsistent detailing.
Meanwhile, roof penetrations can create visible interruptions to the roofline. They may look cluttered or bulky, depending on the type of weatherproofing that’s used. For example, traditional dog-kennel-style rooftop enclosures take up a lot of space and are typically prefabricated, so they are unlikely to blend in with the rest of the building’s design.
A liquid-applied weatherproofing system is flexible and versatile, making it suitable for use with all types of roofing materials, including GRP.
Applied in situ and fully bonded to the substrate, the liquid-applied weatherproofing can be tailored to match complex shapes and layouts, without relying on prefabricated components or standardised details.
This allows each penetration or interface to be treated individually, while also providing a consistent, seamless finish across the whole roof area.
Some weatherproofing systems offer a colour-matching service, which means the waterproofing finish can be specified to blend in with surrounding materials or provide a deliberate contrast. This is ideal for retail outlets or other projects that require visual consistency and brand identity.
Although weatherproofing is often left until the end of a project, the best results can be achieved when it is considered from the planning phase. This helps to avoid costly changes later on and reduces the risk of compromising the design.
Holding off on weatherproofing may lead to remedial work or compromises. In some cases, other installations may need to be removed, damage may need to be repaired, and compromises may need to be made.”
A well designed weather proofing strategy plays a key role in preserving a building’s architectural vision. Methods, such as Jones Weatherproofing liquid-applied system, provides a visually unobtrusive way to protect the building fabric while supporting the overall design intent.