Seal your basement from leaks by using waterproofing paint.
Prevent damage to the interior of your basement by sealing it from water. Many companies offer waterproofing products that are formulated with different base materials to offer you different levels of water seal durability. Rubber, plastic, acrylic and combination paint and primer waterproofing products are some of the best options for waterproofing your basement.
Liquid Rubber Coating
Liquid rubber coating is a great way to make your basement impervious to water. Paint on the rubber coating and you actually create a membrane that protects the interior or exterior of your basement from leaks. This kind of seal is designed for waterproofing homes from extremely wet conditions, and can also be used on flat roofs, foundations, basement walls, cisterns, catch basins, water troughs and even ponds and fountains. Liquid rubber coating can seal metal, wood, and concrete materials, and a coat of liquid rubber can actually glue surfaces together and strengthen walls.
Plastic Floor Coating
A coat of plastic floor coating is a great way to waterproof a cement basement that is riddled with cracks and crevices. Many plastic floor coatings are environmentally friendly and have low odor. Unlike other basement coatings, plastic floor paint is easy to apply using a sprayer or roller. While the plastic floor coating waterproofs, it also protects your floor from everyday abuse. Plastic floor coating is so effective that it can be used on shop and factory floors.
Acrylic Coating
A waterproof acrylic coating is a great option to use for the interior of basement walls and as an exterior sealant for above-ground walls. Once dry, an acrylic coating seals leaks and keeps moisture out. Although it isn't as durable as liquid rubber coating, acrylic coating is great for sealing block walls, stucco walls and other uneven surfaces. Acrylic coating can be applied by paintbrush, sprayer or paint roller and is easy to clean up with water.
Combination Paint and Primer Water Seal
If you're looking to waterproof your basement in a rush, select a product that shaves hours off of your time by combining the priming and sealing stages. This type of water seal is a combination of acrylic latex paint and primer, and can be used on a variety of materials such as concrete, wood, and metal. A combination of paint and primer water seal is designed to work both indoors and outdoors. Many companies offer paint and prime water seals that are formulated to prevent the growth of mold, mildew and fungus.
