As your structure ages, inevitable cracking in your foundation will occur. This is because as a structure settles over time, weight gets displaced to areas that originally didn’t have as much. Mar-flex has designed a system to eliminate these unsightly, and dangerous cracks. The Mar-flex Control Joint System creates vertical control-joints on both sides of the… Read more »
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Twip of the Day – Estimating Waterproofing Cost
When you are remodeling your basement, adding a new room, or repairing the basement to stop moisture from entering, you must factor in the cost of waterproofing. These costs can add up quickly and you must waterproof before you can make your basement a livable space. Estimating these costs is difficult because there are many… Read more »
Fusion UV – Powerful Protection
Fusion UV is a versatile waterproofing membrane that can be applied to any poured foundation wall, and that’s manufactured as a 100% virgin polymer. Its formulated to spray easily, and it produces a flexible, seamless seal when dried. This seal is built tough, able to endure even local freeze/thaw cycles. Fusion UV is available in… Read more »
Twip of the Day – Portable Sump Pumps
Portable sump pumps are tools that are used when your regular sump pump fails, or when there is excessive flooding in your structure. You can find portable pumps on many construction sites. They are perfect for places that infrequently get flooded as well. Portable pumps are the least expensive type of pump, and easily help… Read more »
Mar-Flex 5000 – The Flagship
Mar-flex Waterproofing and Building Products is the leading innovator in modern waterproofing. The company has strove to advance the science of waterproofing since the mid 1980’s and has been very successful, introducing products like Geo-Mat Plus, the world’s first Green drainage board. Mar-flex developed a heavy duty waterproofing membrane that could stand up and surpass… Read more »
Twip of the Day – Eliminating Damp That Basement Smell
The distinct smell of damp basements is unpleasant, musty, and dank. Prevention is better that remediation when it comes to this smell. Increasing ventilation in your basement is extremely important when dealing with this problem. Another solution would be to install air bricks. Air bricks are manufactured for brick homes and foundations, increasing the fresh… Read more »
ShockWave – Revolutionary Waterproofing Technology
ShockWave is Mar-flex’s answer to the harshest weather conditions. ShockWave is the most effective drainage board in the industry, with the ability to soak up 101.11 gallons per hour per linear foot of groundwater, and a compressive strength of 283.72 psi (meaning you can’t even crush it with a bulldozer!) ShockWave is a revolution in… Read more »
Twip of the Day – Materials for Replacing Basement Flooring
When moisture penetrates your waterproofing and enters your basement, it can damage organic flooring, breed mold, and cause harmful airborne contaminants. There are several options for replacing the flooring once it becomes damaged by water, these options will save you over time. The first option for replacing a damp basement floor is inorganic carpet tiles…. Read more »
Twip of the Day – Tips for Using Waterproof Paint
Waterproof paint is an important tool in the fight against moisture penetration. The basement is often a cooler temperature than the rest of the house, and this leads to dampness. Also, if there are any imperfections or damage to the foundation wall then water will find a way through and into your basement. When you… Read more »
The Spec Sheets You Need
Mar-flex Waterproofing and Building Products is dedicated to its reputation of innovation and the manufacture of quality solutions. To this end, we try to be as accessible as possible so you can get the information you need to specify our unique and incredible products on your next project, from cross-trained customer service professionals, an easy… Read more »
