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Bowed Wall Repair Kit
Bowed Wall Questions
Everything you need to know about the Rhino Carbon Fiber Bowed Wall Repair Kit.
It is used to repair and stabilize bowing basement walls and prevent further inward movement.
It can be installed on both poured concrete and concrete block (CMU) walls.
It is installed on the interior side of the wall.
No, installation is completed from the inside of the structure.
It uses carbon fiber reinforcement bonded with epoxy.
Yes, once cured, straps can be painted over or covered with finishing materials.
Yes, it utilizes carbon fiber tensile strength to reinforce the wall system..
No ongoing maintenance is required due to material properties.
Concrete Crack Lock
Concrete Crack Lock Questions
Common questions about the Rhino Concrete Crack Lock system for stabilizing and repairing cracks in poured concrete foundations.
It is used to bridge and stitch cracks in concrete structures.
It reinforces cracked concrete by transferring stress away from the crack.
It uses carbon fiber reinforcement and epoxy paste.
It can be installed in slabs, walls, pool decks, and other concrete structures.
Yes, it increases structural strength of cracked concrete.
No, minimal concrete removal is required compared to traditional repairs.
Yes, it is designed to reduce labor and installation time.
No, carbon fiber is non-corrosive.
Crack Repair Kit
Crack Repair Kit Questions
Questions about Rhino Carbon Fiber's Concrete Crack Repair Kit.
It is used to repair cracks in concrete and provide structural reinforcement.
It can be used on concrete walls, slabs, brick, and masonry structures.
Yes, it is designed to repair cracks and help prevent water leakage.
Yes, it increases structural strength of cracked concrete.
It uses carbon fiber combined with epoxy resin.
Yes, it is designed to resist future movement in the repaired area.
It is intended for structural crack repair applications.
Yes, it can be covered or painted after installation.
CFRP & Laminates
CFRP & Laminate Questions
Questions about Rhino Carbon Fiber and CFRP Laminate solutions.
It is used for structural reinforcement of concrete and masonry systems.
It has high tensile strength and is lightweight.
No, it is non-corrosive.
It is used with epoxy resin systems.
Yes, it is used in walls, slabs, columns, and beams.
No, it is a low-profile reinforcement material.
It is applied using epoxy wet layup systems.
Yes, it can be used in both environments.
Adhesives, Epoxy & Injection Products
Adhesives, Epoxy & Injection Questions
Questions about Rhino's epoxy paste, saturant adhesive, structural injection resin, and polyurethane expanding foam product line.
It is used to fill cracks and stop water leakage by expanding in voids.
It is used to restore structural integrity of cracked concrete.
Yes, it is suitable for wet and dry conditions.
No, epoxy is intended for dry conditions only.
It is used to seal cracks and install injection ports or crack lock systems.
It is used in carbon fiber wet layup systems (CFRP reinforcement).
They are used in poured concrete cracks only.
No, injection systems are not recommended for CMU walls.
Corner Wall Repair
Corner Wall Repair Questions
Common questions about Rhino Carbon Fiber's Corner Wall Repair Kit.
It is used to reinforce and repair foundation corners under stress.
Corners experience concentrated structural stress.
Carbon fiber reinforcement bonded with epoxy.
No, installation is completed from the interior.
Yes, it is designed to prevent further structural movement.
It is used for structural reinforcement of failing corners.
Yes, it can be covered or painted after installation.
It is used on concrete foundation corners.
Instant-Set Concrete Repair Mortar
Instant-Set Concrete Repair Mortar Questions
Common questions about Rhino Carbon Fiber's Instant-Set Concrete Repair Mortar.
It is used to repair damaged or deteriorated concrete surfaces.
It repairs spalling, cracks, and surface deterioration.
It can be applied to walls, floors, and concrete surfaces.
Yes, it can be used to prepare and restore surfaces before reinforcement.
Yes, it bonds to properly prepared concrete surfaces.
Yes, it is suitable for exterior applications.
Yes, it can be used on vertical surfaces depending on formulation.
It is primarily used for surface repair, not structural strengthening.
General
General Questions
General questions about carbon fiber repair, foundation movement, warranties, and what to expect from the Rhino Carbon Fiber system.
Carbon fiber reinforcement strengthens the wall and prevents further inward movement. However, it does not re-straighten or return an already bowed wall to its original position.
There is no absolute number to go by, since there are many factors to consider. To figure out the deflection in your wall, measure the difference of the highest amount of deflection compared to the rest of the wall, and please consult with your structural engineer or foundation specialist for more information.
You have several options when your wall deflection reaches beyond 2-inches. Your first option is to excavate the soil that is exerting pressure on your basement wall, and to push the wall back. Another option is to install a steel mechanical system such as steel tie-backs. Rhino Carbon Fiber® recommends reinforcing the wall with carbon fiber regardless of which system is chosen to prevent future inward movement. Please contact your structural engineer or foundation repair specialist to do a thorough inspection and analysis.
There are several signs you can look for on the interior and exterior of your home. Within your home, it is important to check your walls or ceilings for cracks and if your windows or doors are difficult to open and close. You may also notice uneven floor surfaces or cracks in concrete floors. Outside of your home, ensure you look for cracks in masonry walls that are in a "stair-step" pattern. Other signs include a tilting chimney, wood trim that has been separated around joints and corners and if the concrete driveway, sidewalk, patio or any other concrete structures separated from the foundation.
It is a good idea to contact your foundation repair specialist for further review of the cracks in your foundation. If you are noticing a crack in your foundation, most of the time it means that something has shifted or settled so it should be addressed immediately.
Each property is different, because of this, the solution is specific to the structure of your home. In some cases this may be true, however, the process of re-building basement walls can be an inconvenience due to its high cost, property disturbance and the amount of time it takes to complete. It's best to have a foundation specialist analyze your bowed walls to help determine a solution, but if the deflection is less than 2", the Rhino Carbon Fiber® Bowed Wall Repair Kit can be an option for the repair.
During the process of building your home and before a foundation is constructed, you can install a piering system to strengthen the foundation. It may also help to consult your foundation specialist during the process of construction so an analysis of the property can determine the proper foundation settlement prevention strategy.
The patented Rhino Carbon Fiber® Bowed Wall Repair Kit ties the foundation base with the house framing, making it one of the strongest systems on the market! The Rhino Carbon Fiber® patented system is superior and faster to install than the competition, and we are still very comparable in cost.
In most cases, carbon fiber can easily be painted over or covered with a finishing product. Please consult with your paint/coating manufacturer for guidelines and TDS.
Yes, the epoxy in the carbon fiber reinforced polymer (CFRP) system can be affected by UV light and Rhino Carbon Fiber® always recommends covering exposed carbon fiber with a finishing product when installing outdoors.
Carbon fiber fabric on its own is fire resistant, but the epoxy used to apply it doesn't perform well against high temperature. If you have a specific requirement for fire resistance, please contact your engineer to source out the right fire-resistant coating for the CFRP system.
There is minimal disruption to your basement.
Unfortunately, in most cases homeowner's insurance will not cover the cost.
Yes, if your wall is cracked it will continue to get worse over the next few years. It is better to fix it when the wall is not bowing rather than after a large bow occurs.
Yes, Rhino Carbon Fiber® has products designed to fix this problem. Please consult your structural engineer or foundation specialist for more information.
No, unfortunately no carbon fiber system will be able to stop this. You should consult with a piering contractor for a solution.
Rhino Carbon Fiber® product warranties are available at https://www.rhinocarbonfiber.com/technical_library, and vary by product. The warranties apply only to the consumer who originally purchased the product, and do not extend to any subsequent owner or other transferee of the product.
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Support & Resources
FREQUENTLY
ASKED QUESTIONS
Product Knowledge Base
Find answers to common questions about every Rhino Carbon Fiber product. Select a product below to get started.
Bowed Wall Repair Kit
Bowed Wall Questions
Everything you need to know about the Rhino Carbon Fiber Bowed Wall Repair Kit.
It is used to repair and stabilize bowing basement walls and prevent further inward movement.
It can be installed on both poured concrete and concrete block (CMU) walls.
It is installed on the interior side of the wall.
No, installation is completed from the inside of the structure.
It uses carbon fiber reinforcement bonded with epoxy.
Yes, once cured, straps can be painted over or covered with finishing materials.
Yes, it utilizes carbon fiber tensile strength to reinforce the wall system.
No ongoing maintenance is required due to material properties.
Concrete Crack Lock
Concrete Crack Lock Questions
Common questions about the Rhino Concrete Crack Lock system for stabilizing and repairing cracks in poured concrete foundations.
It is used to bridge and stitch cracks in concrete structures.
It reinforces cracked concrete by transferring stress away from the crack.
It uses carbon fiber reinforcement and epoxy paste.
It can be installed in slabs, walls, pool decks, and other concrete structures.
Yes, it increases structural strength of cracked concrete.
No, minimal concrete removal is required compared to traditional repairs.
Yes, it is designed to reduce labor and installation time.
No, carbon fiber is non-corrosive.
Crack Repair Kit
Crack Repair Kit Questions
Questions about Rhino Carbon Fiber's Concrete Crack Repair Kit.
It is used to repair cracks in concrete and provide structural reinforcement.
It can be used on concrete walls, slabs, brick, and masonry structures.
Yes, it is designed to repair cracks and help prevent water leakage.
Yes, it increases structural strength of cracked concrete.
It uses carbon fiber combined with epoxy resin.
Yes, it is designed to resist future movement in the repaired area.
It is intended for structural crack repair applications.
Yes, it can be covered or painted after installation.
CFRP & Laminates
CFRP & Laminate Questions
Questions about Rhino Carbon Fiber and CFRP Laminate solutions.
It is used for structural reinforcement of concrete and masonry systems.
It has high tensile strength and is lightweight.
No, it is non-corrosive.
It is used with epoxy resin systems.
Yes, it is used in walls, slabs, columns, and beams.
No, it is a low-profile reinforcement material.
It is applied using epoxy wet layup systems.
Yes, it can be used in both environments.
Adhesives, Epoxy & Injection Products
Adhesives, Epoxy & Injection Questions
Questions about Rhino's epoxy paste, saturant adhesive, structural injection resin, and polyurethane expanding foam product line.
It is used to fill cracks and stop water leakage by expanding in voids.
It is used to restore structural integrity of cracked concrete.
Yes, it is suitable for wet and dry conditions.
No, epoxy is intended for dry conditions only.
It is used to seal cracks and install injection ports or crack lock systems.
It is used in carbon fiber wet layup systems (CFRP reinforcement).
They are used in poured concrete cracks only.
No, injection systems are not recommended for CMU walls.
Corner Wall Repair
Corner Wall Repair Questions
Common questions about Rhino Carbon Fiber's Corner Wall Repair Kit.
It is used to reinforce and repair foundation corners under stress.
Corners experience concentrated structural stress.
Carbon fiber reinforcement bonded with epoxy.
No, installation is completed from the interior.
Yes, it is designed to prevent further structural movement.
It is used for structural reinforcement of failing corners.
Yes, it can be covered or painted after installation.
It is used on concrete foundation corners.
Instant-Set Concrete Repair Mortar
Instant-Set Concrete Repair Mortar Questions
Common questions about Rhino Carbon Fiber's Instant-Set Concrete Repair Mortar.
It is used to repair damaged or deteriorated concrete surfaces.
It repairs spalling, cracks, and surface deterioration.
It can be applied to walls, floors, and concrete surfaces.
Yes, it can be used to prepare and restore surfaces before reinforcement.
Yes, it bonds to properly prepared concrete surfaces.
Yes, it is suitable for exterior applications.
Yes, it can be used on vertical surfaces depending on formulation.
It is primarily used for surface repair, not structural strengthening.
General
General Questions
General questions about carbon fiber repair, foundation movement, warranties, and what to expect from the Rhino Carbon Fiber system.
Carbon fiber reinforcement strengthens the wall and prevents further inward movement. However, it does not re-straighten or return an already bowed wall to its original position.
There is no absolute number to go by, since there are many factors to consider. To figure out the deflection in your wall, measure the difference of the highest amount of deflection compared to the rest of the wall, and please consult with your structural engineer or foundation specialist for more information.
You have several options when your wall deflection reaches beyond 2-inches. Your first option is to excavate the soil that is exerting pressure on your basement wall, and to push the wall back. Another option is to install a steel mechanical system such as steel tie-backs. Rhino Carbon Fiber® recommends reinforcing the wall with carbon fiber regardless of which system is chosen to prevent future inward movement. Please contact your structural engineer or foundation repair specialist to do a thorough inspection and analysis.
There are several signs you can look for on the interior and exterior of your home. Within your home, it is important to check your walls or ceilings for cracks and if your windows or doors are difficult to open and close. You may also notice uneven floor surfaces or cracks in concrete floors. Outside of your home, ensure you look for cracks in masonry walls that are in a "stair-step" pattern. Other signs include a tilting chimney, wood trim that has been separated around joints and corners and if the concrete driveway, sidewalk, patio or any other concrete structures separated from the foundation.
It is a good idea to contact your foundation repair specialist for further review of the cracks in your foundation. If you are noticing a crack in your foundation, most of the time it means that something has shifted or settled so it should be addressed immediately.
Each property is different, because of this, the solution is specific to the structure of your home. In some cases this may be true, however, the process of re-building basement walls can be an inconvenience due to its high cost, property disturbance and the amount of time it takes to complete. It's best to have a foundation specialist analyze your bowed walls to help determine a solution, but if the deflection is less than 2", the Rhino Carbon Fiber® Bowed Wall Repair Kit can be an option for the repair.
During the process of building your home and before a foundation is constructed, you can install a piering system to strengthen the foundation. It may also help to consult your foundation specialist during the process of construction so an analysis of the property can determine the proper foundation settlement prevention strategy.
The patented Rhino Carbon Fiber® Bowed Wall Repair Kit ties the foundation base with the house framing, making it one of the strongest systems on the market! The Rhino Carbon Fiber® patented system is superior and faster to install than the competition, and we are still very comparable in cost.
In most cases, carbon fiber can easily be painted over or covered with a finishing product. Please consult with your paint/coating manufacturer for guidelines and TDS.
Yes, the epoxy in the carbon fiber reinforced polymer (CFRP) system can be affected by UV light and Rhino Carbon Fiber® always recommends covering exposed carbon fiber with a finishing product when installing outdoors.
Carbon fiber fabric on its own is fire resistant, but the epoxy used to apply it doesn't perform well against high temperature. If you have a specific requirement for fire resistance, please contact your engineer to source out the right fire-resistant coating for the CFRP system.
There is minimal disruption to your basement.
Unfortunately, in most cases homeowner's insurance will not cover the cost.
Yes, if your wall is cracked it will continue to get worse over the next few years. It is better to fix it when the wall is not bowing rather than after a large bow occurs.
Yes, Rhino Carbon Fiber® has products designed to fix this problem. Please consult your structural engineer or foundation specialist for more information.
No, unfortunately no carbon fiber system will be able to stop this. You should consult with a piering contractor for a solution.
Rhino Carbon Fiber® product warranties are available at www.rhinocarbonfiber.com/technical_library, and vary by product. The warranties apply only to the consumer who originally purchased the product, and do not extend to any subsequent owner or other transferee of the product.
Still have a question?
Our technical team is available to help with product selection, specifications, engineering questions, and installation support.
Contact Technical Support