Basement-Waterproofing101 Waterproofing Information

November 9, 2011

Waterproofing Paints

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The popular belief that water resistant paints can waterproof a block or poured concrete wall has caused many a foundation wall to sustain permanent damaged. This is a myth that must be exposed to prevent further destruction to foundations everywhere.

Waterproofing paint doesn’t exactly waterproof, but it sure will trap moisture inside a block causing permanent damage to the block and mortar. The paint actually does prevent the passage of water through it. Problem is that it prevents the substrate (the material painted upon) from properly drying out. This only damages the wall underneath.

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