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Basement Sealing

48 hours
Beginner
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Waterproofing your basement can help keep moisture away. Usually a result of water pooling around your foundation, basement water damage can easily be avoided with the application of the Foundation Sealant/Basement Coating.
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*Foundation Sealant and Color Waterproof Sealant are not to be combined. Use one or the other.
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Prep Your Basement
Step-By-Step Project Walkthrough

FOR EXTRA ADHESION, PERFORMANCE AND LONGEVITY AND TO CREATE A MOISTURE VAPOR BARRIER, USE 1 HEAVY COAT OF MULTIPURPOSE PRIMER.
Prepare Your Space and Gather Your Materials
Make sure your surface is totally clean, dry and free of all matter.
Detail Work
For cracks less than 3mm (1/8”), cold-joints, non-monolithic inside/outside corners, pipes, wall/slab, wall/footing and wall/wall junctures, apply a thick thick 6’’ wide coat and embed 4’’ wide GeoTextile reinforcement fabric followed by a second coat (known as the 3 Course Method). For all cracks greater than 3mm (1/8’’) fill with backer rod, spray foam, expansion joint caulking, or Liquid Rubber Caulking prior to 3 Course Method. Ensure the surface is smooth and flush and that patching materials have cured as per manufacturers recommendation prior to application of your Liquid Rubber Solution.
Masking
Tape-off, block-off, or otherwise mask areas that are not to receive your selected sealant. Remove tape while Sealant is still wet.
Apply Coating
Apply your selected sealant when temperature is 10°C/50°F and rising. Use a brush, roller or appropriate sprayer at a final thickness of 20-30 mil (0.5-0.75 mm). Generally, you can apply 2 heavy coats per day. Apply next coat when dry to the touch, is uniform in color and nothing is wet underneath. Tacky is OK. Apply all recommended material. Membrane should be a minimum of 12” above finished grade and down to the base of the slab/ footing. Apply at a coverage rate of 1 gallon per 50 sq ft (4.6 sq/m) to achieve a damp-proof coating that will continue to allow vapor transfer. Inspect for pinholes, blisters, voids, thin spots or other defects. Repair as necessary

Apply each coat in an alternate direction to the last coat to ensure even coverage.
Inspect & Protect
Inspect for pinholes, blisters, voids, thin spots or other defects. Repair as necessary. Allow 24-48 hours to dry as per product specific recommendation.
Clean Up
Remove tape while coating is still wet and close container to secure leftover product. If spillage occurs, soak up as much material as possible with rags. Clean immediately with soap and water. If spill is dried, scrape off as much as possible with a razor or scraper. Use mineral spirits to weaken product and an appropriate tool such as a wire brush or grinder to mechanically remove. If splashed on the skin immediately wash thoroughly with fresh water. If the product has dried on the skin massage the area with medical grade mineral oil, baby oil or edible oil, then wash with soap and water. If irritation persists seek medical attention.
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