Do-It-Your Self Basement Waterproofing: Revision history

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31 August 2024

  • curprev 11:1611:16, 31 August 2024AnnisNesbit04 talk contribs 3,509 bytes +3,509 Created page with "<br>Water penetrates the pores in concrete, dissolves alkalis, and enlarges the pores. As concrete ages, it turns into more and more porous. Initially, the seeping water evaporates, leaving on the floor salts and lime. This "white deposit" or efflorescence is a telltale sign of capillary water seepage. Concrete slabs, although much thinner than basement partitions, get even much less waterproofing protection. The plastic "vapor barrier" underneath soon disintegrates beca..."