Product Manual

What do I do with them when I’m done?
Quick Dams are environmentally friendly and can be disposed of in the
trash. Polymer contents will degrade with UV exposure, pressure and time,
leaving an empty pouch that can be thrown in the trash. Gelled contents can
be cut out of bag & spread on lawn or garden to provide temporary moisture
until degradation occurs, typically within a few days. Contents will be VERY
slippery, so keep off of walkways to prevent slip & fall accidents.
Can Quick Dams be used indoors and outdoors?
Yes they can, although they will be moist, so be careful when leaving them on
oors that are susceptible to water damage.
What stops Quick Dams from rolling away?
Quick Dam Flood Barriers have an extra wedge stitched along its length that
acts as a wedge & prevents them from rolling away.
Can they protect against water higher than 3.5in?
Quick Dams can be stacked 3 high in a brick formation. If you need to go
higher, widen the base like a pyramid formation. The higher you need
the wall height, the thicker the base should be. Stacking straight up will
create an unstable base and they may slide off.
Will Quick Dams leak water?
Quick Dams will absorb, swell & gel water, creating a barrier. If the surface is
uneven, seepage may occur. If large amounts of water are expected, double
layers or stacking & building a wall may be necessary to prevent leakage.
Quick Dams are not a solution for every application.
Will Quick Dams get moldy?
Quick Dams alone will not grow mold, but if they are activated with
contaminated water, then there is a possibility, so storing them outdoors to
dry out is recommended.
Do Quick Dams have an odor?
No, not on their own. Although they will absorb an odor if it is present in the
uid absorbed, and this may cause it to split open.
Can I drive over Quick Dam Flood Barriers?
Yes & No. As long as the Barriers are NOT fully activated, then you can drive
over it- making sure to "squish" the gel back in place to prevent water from
seeping through in that area. If the Barriers are fully activated, then you
cannot, as the gel needs to go somewhere.
How long do they take to dry out to store away?
Time will vary based on weather conditions. The hotter, drier areas will take
a month or so, & more humid, cooler areas may take 3 months. They will be
left crunchy. During drying- do NOT leave them in the sun, as this causes
them to degrade & not reactivate later.
Will Quick Dams oat?
Until they are activated- they can oat on the water- so pre-activating &
stacking them may be necessary. Quick Dams should always be stacked
higher than the water to avoid oatation.
Can Quick Dams be used in the winter/snow? Will they freeze?
Yes, they can be used in the winter/snow. Make sure they are fully
activated before freezing temperatures occur to assure maximum
protection when the snow is melting. We do not recommend moving
them while frozen to prevent any tearing of the outer material. Also, Salt
on the roads should not come in contact with Quick Dams. To help, pre-
activate Quick Dams with water & then wrap plastic under & over the top
to prevent the salt from making contact.
I’ve seen other similar items using a white knit or jute fabric, how
are they different from Quick Dams?
One of the key features of Quick Dams (Patent Pending) is the black non-
woven durable fabric that provides UV protection that prevents degradation
of the inner absorbent. Allowing the consumer to leave Quick Dams in
position, for many months of ongoing protection. The white, knit & jute
products allow UV rays to penetrate through to the inner absorbent, thus
degrading them in only 2-3 weeks.
Can Quick Dams be used in the garage for snow melt protection?
Yes they can, but if the cars or driveway have salt on them, this may cause
the Quick Dams to only partially absorb & still allow moisture underneath.
For this application, we recommend wrapping them in plastic after
activation or the Water Curb or Water-Gate.
Why is there seepage underneath Quick Dams?
Uneven surfaces may be the cause as well as when Quick Dams are used
on porous surfaces (un nished concrete) - both sides are ghting to absorb
water- so there can be some seepage around them.
I let Quick Dams dry out, but notice a white lm left behind on
the ground- what is this?
We are unsure of the exact nature, but we believe it is due to metals,
calcium or contaminants in the water that was absorbed. We suggest lime
scale remover as a possible solution.
Can I wash my ood bag/barrier in a dishwasher or washing
machine?
No, these are not meant to go in any machine for cleaning. This could cause
serious damage to your machines and will ruin the Quick Dam product.
Can I cut my ood bag/barrier?
No. These are not meant to be cut as it will destroy the integrity of the product.
The ood barriers are exible and can be wrapped around or folded.
How do I get rid of the white stain left on my concrete oor by the
bag/barrier?
Lyme Remover or chlorine cleaner may work. Please test a small area to see
if this will be an effective solution.
The area where I am putting the Quick Dam
down is unsealed concrete, will the bags and barriers still work?
We recommend you place plastic beneath ood barrier because it may
compete with the Quick Dams and there could be seepage.
My Quick Dam swelled in some areas – but not all?
It is hard to predict what elements the barrier may be exposed to while
in use. If parts swelled and others don’t the product is not defective.
Something may have been mixed in with the water causing it not to activate
(sediment, chemicals, etc.)
Please note: Our items are sold dry & do not cause water damage. We are not liable for
water damage should the product not work for your application. Water causes water damage,
our goal is to help you divert it before it becomes a problem.
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