Crystalline waterproofing material is a substance applied to concrete walls that penetrates the concrete and changes it to the point where it becomes an impenetrable water barrier. There are several pros and cons to this process, and they should be considered before a decision is made.

This material gives your walls protection from leaks, and is most used on basement walls. Its also something that can be added to newly poured concrete, and can even be used to adhere older concrete to newer concrete. Unfortunately, installation can be a hassle. You are going to have to add water to the mixture often so that is doesn’t dry out. It even heats up when mixed with water, which can be a distraction.

Basically, crystalline waterproofing products have the ability to prevent any leakage from your concrete walls but it can be a hassle to install. However, once you install it, you’ll find it is well worth the trouble.