Ames Blue Max is a special blend of elastomeric liquid rubber that dries to a tough, high strength, elastic membrane. It is easy to apply; simply roll, brush, or spray with a commercial airless sprayer. What makes Ames Blue Max the best coating? Ames Blue Max is high in solids …

Having problems with your leaking basement? Do it Yourself in Three Easy Steps!  *All specifications are the suggestion only 1. Clean & Prepare the Surface Read all instructions on the label before beginning. Do not use soaps or detergents prior to the cleaning surface. Always run …

Introduction & Preparation Roof decks are decks that exist over living areas, a garage, or over an area that acts like a deck that is intended to be waterproof and walked on. Roof deck applications are generally expensive to build and have a multitude of waterproofing problems. A system that …

Finding leaks around your skylight? The seams of a skylight window can be tricky, but luckily you have Ames. The trick to skylights is knowing the problem areas. As shown in the diagram, leaks often form in the area where the window meets the roof. To combat leakage and account for movement arou …

Contouring, self-adhesive, and high strength. There’s nothing quite like it for strengthening cracks and seams. Learn how to use our seam tape to create a long-lasting hold. First: Identify the seams or cracks in your surface. This can be seams in metal, cracks in concrete blocks, speratation i …

Don’t stop at your basement. You can use Ames Blue Max under your shingles to create a waterproof membrane for your roof.Preparation First, make sure the area you are about to coat is clean and use Peel and Stick seam tape on all seams. This is good protocol for all projects. Proper preparation …