When you find that your basement has become saturated with water, its important to immediately dry it out and fix the issues. Before you can do this properly, you will need to figure out which tools to use to effectively dry out your basement. When there are deep puddles of standing water, you’ll need a… Read more »
Author: Shane Mayer
Mar-flex Continuing Education Coursework
Mar-flex’s continuing education program aims to train architects and young building professionals about the value of sustainable and Green development. Mar-flex stands behind the sustainability movement, with several products that lead the industry in Green options. Mar-flex’s first course, Sustainable Building: From Concept to Design allows participants to earn AIA/SD and GBCI CE credit hours…. Read more »
Twip of the Day – Killing Basement Mold
Basement mold is a serious problem. Mold is able to be removed, but easily returns, even when you take the necessary steps in cleaning. Mold is hazardous to the health of any occupants, and causes damage to nearly any organic material. Killing the mold that is already visible is an easy job. Borax solutions, available… Read more »
The Mar-flex System
Mar-flex Waterproofing and Building Products manufactures products that transform ordinary basements into livable spaces. Mar-flex products are guaranteed to be versatile and made using quality manufacturing processes. We set the industry standard for offering superior water-based and solvent-based waterproofing membranes, an extensive Green product assortment, and a wide range of drainage and insulation boards to… Read more »
Twip of the Day – Waterproofing a Basement Floor
Waterproofing your basement floor is necessary. This process isn’t complicated, but will take time and effort to complete. The first thing you must do to waterproof your basement floor is to inspect the floor for any cracking. If you have cracks in the floor, water will seep up through them. For small cracks, use caulk… Read more »
Mar-flex Catalog On E-Reader
Mar-flex Waterproofing and Building is firmly committed to constantly developing ways in which our products and services are made better and better. Our new E-Reader has made reading our brochure so much easier, and now we’ve added nearly every Mar-flex document to the E-Reader. Building professionals can find all MSDS sheets as well as several… Read more »
Twip of the Day – Finding the Leaks
Damp basement walls happen because water seeps through the walls. This water damages structural integrity, and causes mold and mildew, which leads to respiratory and other health issues. This is the reason why its imperative to fix any basement issues before they become serious problems. The first thing you must do when you are fixing… Read more »
Mar-flex Offers Quality
Mar-flex Waterproofing and Building Products is the lead innovator in the manufacture of waterproofing products industry-wide. See what makes Mar-flex products better than the rest! Mar-flex is an American-Made, family owned firm. Since we stand behind each of our products, we offer industry-leading warranties that you have to see to believe! Check us out today.
Twip of the Day – Vapor Barrier On Steel
If you have steel walls, you can still put up a vapor barrier to keep moisture out of your basement. Steel walls require mastic and a clean surface in order to apply the waterproofing, so install the mastic and then put up the vapor barrier. You need this vapor barrier because steel walls are still… Read more »
New Product Catalog Page
Mar-flex Waterproofing and Building Products is the lead innovator in the entire waterproofing industry, offering a comprehensive selection of commercial and residential products. Check out our brand new product catalog, complete with convenient online e-reader, for our complete selection. At Mar-flex we believe the best structures begin from below ground up, so come see what… Read more »