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Watertite alternatives for basement?
I plan on waterproofing a moldy basement with Watertite on the brick walls but it costs £65 / 5kg. Is there anything cheaper?
I believe tanking slurry is the wrong approach because the floor is made of stone slabs that are damp and I plan on sealing it with polyurethane or epoxy after filling any cracks. Replacing the floor isn't an option.
The walls aren't running with water, but mold will grow on the bricks.
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"To be honest until a full inspection and report on outer walling ie construction it would be virtually impossible to recommend a solution."
Answered on 20th Jun 2020 - Member since Sep 2018 -
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"You can get Rust-Oleum Mathys Murfill Waterproofing Coating
Remmers MB 2K"
Remmers MB 2K"
Answered on 19th Jun 2020 - Member since May 2020 -
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"Hello there. An alternative which I would recommend is Firestone Rubber Gard membrane. Cheaper quicker & not so messy.
I do hope this helps"
I do hope this helps"
Answered on 20th Jun 2020 - Member since May 2020 -
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"Hi there
I would recommend you to use membrane which if is properly done it can last for over 3 Decades and then stud wall it will be cheaper for you
Regards"
I would recommend you to use membrane which if is properly done it can last for over 3 Decades and then stud wall it will be cheaper for you
Regards"
Answered on 19th Jun 2020 - Member since Apr 2020 -
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"If its a cellar the floor and walls will need to be tanked.
It's a specialist job and a very approximate cost will be in the region of £6000
MBDBuilders& Heating Engineers"
It's a specialist job and a very approximate cost will be in the region of £6000
MBDBuilders& Heating Engineers"
Answered on 30th Jul 2020 - Member since Jun 2020 -
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