Waterproofing the interior of your basement is as easy as going to your local hardware store and purchasing a bucket of waterproofing paint. Before applying, make sure your basement walls are dry and free of any existing paint. Waterproofing paint can be applied like regular paint, with a roller or a brush, though Mar-flex recommends… Read more »

Mar-flex Waterproofing and Building Products presents the ShockWave™ drainage board. ShockWave™ is the winner of the Expert’s Choice Award for Most Innovative Product at the World of Concrete convention, and is one of Mar-flex’s flagship products. ShockWave™ is built incredibly durable, able to withstand 283.72 PSI of compressive strength with a Crush-Resistant Memory system that… Read more »

There are a few simple things every homeowner can do to protect their basements and foundations from the effects of water penetration and damage. Regular maintenance of gutters and downspouts eliminates the buildup of water outside the walls of the home. Adding a splash block to the end of your downspouts also decreases soil erosion…. Read more »

Mar-flex University has now uploaded our first course to AEC Daily. “Sustainable Building: From Concept to Design” from Mar-flex has been certified as a continuing education course by AEC Daily, the AIA, NAHB, NARI, and eleven other companies. The course is free for architects and engineers and is available via this link. A big congratulations… Read more »

Mar-flex presents reliable, professional-quality drainage tiles for your next job. Drainage tiles are an essential part of any waterproofing system, draining water away from a basement or foundation. Our company offers the 12″ DrainAway and Connectors, a three-dimensional high-flow drainage core. This drainage core is also wrapped with a non-woven filter fabric and is designed… Read more »

Did you know that your landscaping affects your home’s ability to mitigate water penetration? Using small slopes around your foundation, to utilize gravity to remove any excess water, can protect your basement from flooding. Also, certain types of rocks soak up and remove excess water.  Making sure your gutters are clean and free of clutter… Read more »

Vortex Telescopic Vents are an adjustable and telescopic vent system designed by Mar-flex Waterproofing and Building Products. These vents are versatile, needing much less inventory space, because our vents’ two sizes fit nearly every foundation wall. Vortex vents also are built with high-density polyethylene, guaranteeing durability. Users can adjust airflow using easy-to-access controls built right… Read more »

Unsightly cracks in basement or foundation walls are inevitable as a structure settles. Some of these cracks can actually cause structural damage if not properly repaired. Mar-flex Waterproofing and Building Products offers a DIY Crack Injection Kit for the homeowner who needs an effective solution to these problems. Visit us to check out this affordable… Read more »

Fusion UV is a revolutionary new 100% virgin polymer waterproofing membrane. This membrane can be applied to any poured foundation wall for unmatched versatility and sprays on easily, producing a flexible and seamless seal. Fusion UV is available in the proprietary UV resistant gray to blend with concrete. This product comes with a 15 year… Read more »

If you notice your basement is flooding, and you aren’t sure whether condensation or seepage are allowing water to penetrate your basement walls, there are a few simple DIY tricks to help determine if you need to call a waterproofing professional. If your basement walls are wet, it could be taken as a sign of… Read more »