Waterproofing plinth outside

So that the socle does not "rejoice" you with moisture and the house does not become a sponge absorbing water and dampness , it should be done competently. Therefore, the question of whether waterproofing is needed, often does not arise when the plinth is made qualitatively. Consider briefly each and the methods of waterproofing the base of the house.

Than to make a horizontal waterproofing of a socle?

1. For a horizontal method of waterproofing, a roll ruberoid is used for the plinth (it is easy to lay by own hands), mastic for cold pasting of bitumen and roofing material. We will work without heating, by the method of tight fit.
2. According to the technology of waterproofing, a rolled ruberoid is cut for the socle beforehand, then it is laid on a clean prepared surface. But we do not fix it, but just attach the desired form.
3. After the surface has been cleaned and leveled, you can start applying the mastic. For these purposes it is convenient to use an ordinary spatula.
4. The thickness of the application is made as thin as possible, since a large layer is not a guarantee of better adhesion. After application, leave all the minutes for 10-15, so that the solvent is slightly weathered, and a film is formed.
5. Next, we begin to press the roofing material as tightly as possible to the prepared layer of mastic. It takes literally half an hour to catch everything.
6. And here is the result: a smooth and completely isolated from the moisture surface.

Than to make a vertical waterproofing of a socle?

1. In this case, waterproofing cleaning the surface of the cap from the outside is no less important. A spatula should be as clean as possible to clean all the nerves and literally rub the surface of the wall. It is important to remove all dust and mortar residues.
2. After cleaning the wall, a special primer is applied. Apply it with a roller. It will dry for about 24 hours. On the lower horizontal part can be applied and a brush.
3. The photo shows that for a soft transition of roofing material for waterproofing from the vertical part of the cap to the horizontal, a chamfer is made with its own hands.
4. The laying of the roll roofing felt begins from the bottom up. One man holds a roll, the second runs a gas burner. First, the surface is heated, then tightly pressed against the wall. The top layer melts and, after contact with the wall, sticks firmly.
5. This is how the basement with waterproofing looks, completely protected from moisture from the outside.