Incorrect heating: Too little heating can cause condensation to form on cold walls in winter and slowly penetrate the masonry. Technical faults: Dishwashers, dryers, washing machines and air conditioners (etc.) can leak water. Defective vertical protection: With no external waterproofing, ground wate...
Basements are also prone to flooding – not only from above but also from below ground level. Because of that, it’s important that you have a basement waterproofing plan in place before summer comes. To do this, you need to seal all cracks and holes on your basement walls using a prop...
Once the tub is in place and properly leveled, it’s time to focus on waterproofing the surrounding areas. This step is essential to prevent future water damage to your walls and floors. Apply a Vapor Barrier: If you haven't already, install a vapor barrier behind the walls that surround...
Efflorescence occurs after water damage and is a common side effect of a moisture problem stemming from a leak or lack of waterproofing basement walls. Because moisture permeates basement walls and floors and transports dissolved minerals to the surface, secondary efflorescence develops. Clay and limes...
Once theSANI-TRED® basement waterproofing applicationhas been completed; the best way of finishing basement walls would be by building from the floor to the ceiling rather than fastening the studs to the walls. By doing this you will have far fewer punctures to be concerned with and you do...
Learn how to apply Xypex, the best concrete waterproofing additive, Dryshake products and coating, with our step-by-step installation guides.
Waterproofing of CMU & Concrete Block Walls view pdf Fast-Track Coating System view pdf Application of Thinset, Stucco, etc. onto Xypex Coatings view pdf Waterproofing of Dry Mix Shotcrete/Existing Concrete Pools view pdf New Construction Details Waterproofing Concrete Tie Holes Using Xypex Pro...
In this article I’d like to discuss how to insulate basement walls in cold climates. Insulating basement walls in cold climates is a great way to keep your home warmer and drier. However, special care should be used when insulating concrete (or block masonry) basement walls. Below grade ...
Stone and wood remain the key building components, and even the methods of waterproofing a shelter divide along the paths of tree and cave. There are two ways to keep precipitation from penetrating a building. Either you can make your roof a single, impermeable shell (as a solid roof ...
finish the wall prep apply seam tape to the seams and use a putty knife to add a very thin layer of thinset mortar on top of the tape. use a paint roller or paintbrush to apply two coats of waterproofing membrane paint to the cement backer boards, letting it dry fully after each ...