How to waterproof a concrete house
A concrete building, structure or house are pretty much weather tight, but will require attention in the following areas: windows, door frames, cracks and drilled holes in masonry. Read on to learn how to waterproof a concrete house. Does this Spark an idea?
Things You'll Need
- Latex caulking
- <br>Sealant
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Instructions
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Water has a habit of seeping into the tiniest cracks, but this article deals with obvious entry-sites where water seepage could present a problem, such as around door frames and window frames and through drilled holes in masonry.
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Latex caulking can be your best friend in situations like these, but if you have very big holes to fill, it is recommended to fill them with a little expanding foam from a can, available in any hardware store. After the expanding foam has filled in all the holes, caulking would be appropriate to go over that as a permanent seal.
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Concrete floors, such as outdoor patios, steps and window sills, might benefit from a couple of coats of concrete sealer, available under many different brands at your local hardware store.
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Drilled holes in masonry need to be filled with expanding foam and topped off with latex caulking for a professional appearance.
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Tips & Warnings
Always choose a nice sunny day to apply your caulking or sealant, as water will interfere with the application of any of the above-mentioned fillers and sealers.
