Installation Guide

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 pourous 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.