Mar-flex Waterproofing and Building Products recently began testing their products against the competitor’s specs using the American Society for Testing and Material’s ASTM D-5385. This test consists of three precast concrete patio blocks set up with waterproofing membranes to test head pressure. The official results are in, and Tremco’s Tuff-N-Dri H8 doesn’t stand up to… Read more »

Mar-flex has introduced its first continuing education course as part of its ongoing effort to implement Mar-flex University, a program teaching architects and engineers about the future of the construction industry, as well as emerging techniques and solutions to common construction issues. Mar-flex University’s first course focuses on Sustainable Design and Development and has been… Read more »

When you find water in your basement, you must act quickly to prevent structural damage, mold growth, and costly repairs. The source of the leak must be found first, which means tracing the water back until you find the point where it emerges from the wall. There can be several entry points, so a thorough… Read more »

Mar-flex Waterproofing and Building Products continues its research and development operations to bring new products to our customers that are more functional, versatile, and durable than anything else on the market. The newest innovation Mar-flex recently invented is the UltriSeal solution. UltriSeal is built to protect against radon and other harmful chemicals in the environment…. Read more »

When you own a home with a basement, its important to assure that the waterproofing protects your investment against water penetration. Two common products which help in this task are waterproofing paint and epoxy. Epoxy is a plastic-like material that has the consistency of honey and dries hard, shiny, and smooth. Several coats of epoxy… Read more »

Mar-flex Waterproofing and Building Products is introducing a brand new approach to waterproofing. Our new “systems” approach makes it simpler than ever to choose the right waterproofing products for any job. The new ShockWave brochures are being printed and will be shipped out to distributors and retailers nationwide. Stay tuned for a digital copy of… Read more »

There are many great things you can do with a finished basement. Many people turn their basements into game rooms, so that noise from the lower level does not effect the upper level and quieter environments. Homeowners often turn their basements into home offices. This allows for the professional space to be separate from the… Read more »

Mold is most common in basement ceilings. This is because mold is more liable to form in cold, damp areas that lack ventilation and sunlight. There are steps you can take to prevent this mold from forming. Maintaining dryness in your basement is paramount to keeping mold from forming. Also, the source of the moisture… Read more »

Finding condensation on your basement walls is common. Its still extremely important to figure out whether this is from condensation or a leak in your basement wall. There is a simple procedure that any homeowner can do that helps with this process. First, wipe away the condensation from the wall, so that an area is… Read more »

Upon discovering that your basement is saturated with water, or even just damp, there are a few steps that any DIY friendly homeowner can take to rectify the situation. The first step that needs to be taken is to measure how deep the water is. Deep water requires a pump to remove, this can be… Read more »