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Best Cementitious Waterproofing Coatings

Best Cementitious Waterproofing Coatings

Why Cementitious Waterproofing Coatings There is a multitude of cementitious waterproofing coatings and membranes on the market that are designated as suitable for below-grade or below ground use. Many manufacturers and distributors claiming to have the best cementitious waterproofing coatings have a certification application process. This is useful if the work you do is to be guaranteed. If you’re a DIY or just going to do an odd waterproofing job, then you may not need to be certified. Experience is […]

Proper External waterproofing should prevent water entry so you don't have to relieve hydrostatic pressure

Relieving Hydrostatic Pressure in Basement Construction

Relieving Hydrostatic Pressure in Basements “Are sump pumps the best way of relieving hydrostatic pressure on basement walls from groundwater ?” OnlineWaterproofingShop believes it’s best to apply a continuous coating/membrane to the waterside which withstands the pressure on its surface. What to do when you can no longer apply a coating to the water side. Then a cementitious coating like Drizoro Maxseal Foundation or Drizoro Maxseal Flex which withstands hydrostatic pressure is applied to the inside. This promotes the cementitious crystalline process which […]