I just came across your channel and I'm really glad I did. I recently bought my first home. It's an older place, and I've got lots of little projects ahead of me to make it nice, including waterproofing my basement walls (they look almost identical to the walls in your video. Must be a western Pennsylvania thing). I really appreciate how informative your video was and the breakdown of tools and materials you used will make my job so much easier. I subscribed. I'm sure your future and past videos will be helping me a great deal.

@williamm4442

Жыл бұрын

This stuff doesn't work. There's no negative side waterproofing that works. This is just masking the issue

@genecarden780

9 ай бұрын

@@williamm4442 This mostly true. But crystalline waterproofing DOES work. Technically it is not negative side because it actually migrates all the way through the concrete sealing the pours making the concrete itself waterproof. But you install it to the negative side. After it has had sufficient time to penetrate you can actually remove it from the face of the wall

Great video. Straight to the point. Concise with good clear direction. Thank you.

You did a great job. Thank you for your knowledge and expertise. I'm on my way to Lowes.

Great video. I also recommend adding mold additive to drylok paint since it only protects only mildew. Paint store will add mold additive at extra cost when mixing. Well worth the little extra money

Yeah, it's pretty good stuff! It IS thicker than regular latex paint, and it requires a heavier-than-typical brush to apply it. But it makes a big difference! 👍

We used this exact awesome product last week in a older Pgh basement it looks fantastic !! Keep up the good work!!:)

Dude gave me exactly what I needed, quickly & without filler. Very informative video!

Thank you for this very thorough and easy to follow tutorial !! Very helpful. I feel a lot more clear about what I need to do in my basement now.

we have this for over 75 years on our walls, what more can I say, nice job.

I am a young homeowner and I'm just learning but this was very helpful

@kevinmarkey2039

2 жыл бұрын

this will work for a short time only

@TinRapper

18 күн бұрын

@@kevinmarkey2039 I figure. We're too comfortable with the idea of 1-2 years is "good enough"

If you have water penetration from the exterior and you seal up the inside, you essentially have sealed the water in the wall and this will eventually cause worse issues ie, faster deterioration and/or hydrostatic pressure.

@danchase2023

2 жыл бұрын

I'm not sure I understand this, in my situation poured concrete walls built mid-nineties, perfectly dry except I've had 2 injections to fix settlement cracks. Painting just to paint, not meaning to seal. I don't want to put up walls, because I want to KNOW if water is coming in, so I can have it repaired properly, but white looks better than grey. So the hydrostatic pressure is like 10psi right? Enough to push through this flimsy stuff anyway, I would imagine. My takeaway is that if I'm not doing it to waterproof, no different than just putting latex paint on the wall (just more epoxy).. I could scrape the stuff off, it doesn't "penetrate" anything. I think the product is probably good for concrete paint, but not sealant - and I can't imagine water just "sits" halfway up a wall and wouldn't run down or come on through? I'm guessing people try to fix their leaky cinderblock walls from the 60's, and trap water in the inside of that. I watched videos where people can drill a hole and they see water pouring out. Anyone who thinks paint will fix that.. well :) Curious your thoughts

@brianhakola3425

Жыл бұрын

If your roof is leaking do you climb on top of your roof or fix it from the attic? The only real fix is to dig up the dirt outside and re-waterproof the walls, any other way is a hack that will probably lead to more problems, and if any contractor tells you otherwise find a new contractor.

@lmlz3

10 ай бұрын

@danchase2023 Drylock is designed to hold 15psi. It's primary application is to stop moisture/water penetration. Not a standard paint.

@Moorer2012

10 ай бұрын

@@danchase2023 just seeing this a year later, but there’s a lot to unpack here. Hydrostatic pressure can definitely rise vertically up a well sealed wall. The best application is always sealing from the exterior of the foundation by digging down to the footer, cleaning foundation and using your dry-lock/asphalt sealant etc. After doing this you should be able to paint the interior providing you’re all dry. If you just paint over the interior wall with latex paint and you still have a leak or seepage it will surely bubble and crack in no time and start to sweat and or leak, especially a eggshell or flat paint. The higher gloss/acrylic in the paint the more hydrostatic resistance.

@genecarden780

9 ай бұрын

@@danchase2023it is not really about the hydrostatic pressure. If moisture is getting into a concrete wall and is trapped inside it will start to wash out the lime and the wall will deteriorate. If no water is getting in it’s not a problem. But f ANY moisture is getting it it is a problem kzread.info/dash/bejne/opt1maiqdJWvgps.htmlsi=K7ZhuphIYTt9th11

Thanks for sharing your tips and recommendations in using Drylok. Another added benefit is that the 15-yr guaranty on the product is transferable to a new owner.

I know that running a dehumidifier is better than nothing. Getting the water away from the foundation is a must.

Helpful video. Thanks for mentioning turning off the furnace, etc..

You need to put extensions on your rain gutter down spouts to drain the water away from the foundation. This is particularly important if you live in an area where there is a lot of rain.

@Filterfinder

2 жыл бұрын

Corigated tubing is a nice addition

@sharonducci7089

2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely need to do that I had a new roof put on and new gutters and I pointed the gutters and another direction that I thought would be more beneficial than if it wasn’t and then I put on 4 foot extensions on all four of them away from the house running down a hill in all areas very necessary the gutters are more important to the roof the roof itself is to a certain extent the foundation won’t stay for long if you don’t care for your gutters

@whitebread940

10 ай бұрын

Spent a small fortune on basement renovation, it’s not 100% leak proof but rain barrels made a big difference.

I have old sandstone walls in my over 100 year old home. My basement was parged and then top coated with white drylock. It held up for over 10 years until it started flaking in spots. I can't complain and never get any water in my old basement. My house it probably over a 100 years old and I'm fixing the areas that flaked and it should hold up another 10 years. Even before I fix any areas I'm still not getting any water in my basement. So for the people who say it will fail and cause more problems it really depends and is a case by case basis. I even had a Professional waterproofer come into my home 5 years ago and he said he really couldn't find any issues and suggested to just continue using a dehumidifier.

Represent PA!! Just bought a home near New Ken and this is so helpful!!

Everyone is sitting here shaking their finger that this is just a bandaid and not a real fix. I live on a hill and don't have many options and spending $20k to excavate the landscaping and do it properly isn't always an option for everyone. This is a great product to help out in conjunction with other solutions.

@HomeRepairTutor

5 жыл бұрын

thanks Mark for describing the real life situation for many folks. Sure, it would be awesome to excavate and do exterior waterproofing/grading. But unlike HGTV, most of us have budgets and limited funds.

@markmeli1960

5 жыл бұрын

@@HomeRepairTutor Exactly. Thanks for sharing the video

@DaCake2

4 жыл бұрын

Well said... especially when you are in a land locked house as a lot of Pittsburgh Houses are. I wouldnt say I have a HUGE water problem, but I notice on heavy rains, I sometimes get a little seepage on the bottom of the walls. Im talking slight dampness. BUT... it always smells a little musty. Would you both say I should just use regular paint as to not cause anymore issues and would a dehumidifier help?

@aldeenyo5276

4 жыл бұрын

The problem I have is this video is just spreading bad information, and its selling a product that isnt going to do what is advertised. Most people watching this are running out to home depot to pick this shit up and 6 months from now are going to be upset when the product fails and they spent their time and money on this "waterproofing" Hydraulic cement and viscous paint are going to work about as well as play-dough and regular old latex paint if drainage issues are not addressed. Water is taking the path of least resistance and in most cases that means into your basement. Yeah, its expensive to have this problem addressed the right way, but when the foundation splits and the walls shift and half your house falls into a hole, enjoy sleeping at your sisters place. Its a waste of time and effort with the only one benefitting is the company pumping out DryLock.

@aldeenyo5276

4 жыл бұрын

Oh, and I forgot to mention this guy benefits from the views the video is getting. Now, excuse me while I go duct tape the side of my pool, its got a leak I need to address.

A chemist from the company told me that using the brush would put it into the wall better especially when it’s applied to blocks. Was quick and easy to use, and it takes painting over well. Tinting seems a good option though. A roller will not let you get full benefit from Drylock. It’s an excellent product and well worth using. I used it in a new basement and never had any moisture problems. There may be similar products that do the same, but this one is great.

@HomeRepairTutor

4 жыл бұрын

great tips, thanks for sharing!!!

@slayerspam

Жыл бұрын

Using a thicker nap roller cover on rough surfaces like concrete will perform similarly to brush work.

Wow! Looks SO MUCH better!

Great video....can you tell me the walls where you are applying the product need to not be painted first or does it matter ?

Thank you. About to paint my basement walls with Drylock during coronatine! We’ll see how easy it is...

@allymkbay

4 жыл бұрын

How did it go?

We used this paint to cover brick pillars in our fieldstone basement. It has held up really well and really brightened up the space. Now we need to figure out what to do with the cracked and nasty cellar floor.

6:13 that is so satisfying

Ty saving this!! We have to do this next weekend!

i'm western pa as well and buying my first home. I'm ripping out the pittsburgh potty and wanna get my basement nice and dry so i will be using this. thank you :)

Finally, someone who isn’t neurotic and ranting telling us how to waterproof a basement. Excellent choice and as far as I am concerned, the only choice for painting cement walls or concrete. Also, two coats is the correct amount for doing it right! Finally somebody gets it correct! Good job and good video guy! Common sense strikes again! IGL there yah go!

@HomeRepairTutor

4 жыл бұрын

thank you, as mentioned in the beginning it's not perfect but helps. The ideal situation would be to waterproof the foundation from the outside but that's not feasible or cost effective

@markphilpot4981

4 жыл бұрын

Home Repair Tutor, I quite understand your desire to waterproof the outside as well as the inside. Cost restraints often jack up what we would rather do if we did not have to worry with money issues. We just have to do the best we can with what we have!

Thanks man just what I need to do in my Pittsburgh basement…

I have about a half of my basement with Drylock Extreme. We had it tinted an off white. One side of the house is working really well, the other side is letting some moisture in because the walks on the side of the house have settled so that they drain into the side of the house. I will correct that when the weather warms. So far, I am really happy with it. It is thick but goes on and dries smooth. My basement was a lot worst then the basement in the video but now it is really starting to look nice. This is a good product.

@mathewgould1047

2 жыл бұрын

@Tom Redd did it lower the overall humidity of you're basement?

Great shirt, Burton is an incredible company

Well presented. Great job.

can we use roller to paint ? i love your video really helpful ,

Thank you I will try the dry lok

you cannot seal water out , it will build up pressure which could cause foundation damage and it will always evenually build up enough pressure to get in . until you can properly manage the water problem you want your walls to be able to get the maximum amount of opportunity to pass off water vapour into the air to dry, it needs to breath. You only want to seal the outside, however in above average locations for wet ground capilary wicking may still cause moisture problems even with the outside below grade foundation wall sealed and either an exterior or interior drainage system is nessary. Also the moisture trapped behind the latex paint or sealant could turn into a moldy nightmare.

@linuxlinux9914

2 жыл бұрын

These people dont understand that water proofing goes on the outside. This is just a bandaid till it turns into a major mess. He should have just painted the walls with a portland cement with enough water to act as a paint then skim with the same color cement of choice. Fixing the gutters and drainage issue would have been a better idea then just locking the moisture in the wall. He isnt going to see the damage till it gets really bad to and then will have to pay a huge amount of money to have the foundation repaired.

Assuming there are no moisture issues, what should I use to make my basement walls white? Walls are the original (1971) rough gray concrete, and I'm looking for a good cosmetic solution to tide us over until we can get the basement finished. Any suggestions? Thanks in advance!

Very good video, thank you.

Omg this stuff is the truth. I did a room in my basement after watching this video and it does exactly what it claims. My craft room looks great.

@DaCake2

4 жыл бұрын

Has it held up well?

@jasonbrown467

4 жыл бұрын

how does it look now?

should i use this on my garage after getting rid of molds (which are on ceiling) ? or will it cause more problem?

A foundation expert I would like to thank DRYLOK for causing a lot of cinder blocks to disintegrate as it traps water inside the wall. It's made me a lot of money in foundation repairs and proper waterproofing when people do DIY like this :)

@atthebyrdsnest161

3 жыл бұрын

What state do you do foundation repairs?

@LanceZ

3 жыл бұрын

@@atthebyrdsnest161 Northern Virginia and Maryland

@MetalGuitar06

3 жыл бұрын

@@LanceZ what do you suggest to do vs this ?

@LanceZ

3 жыл бұрын

@@MetalGuitar06 for cmu walls.. drill weepholes and bury lines under the slab to a sump. Keep the water out of the walls. Or waterproof from the exterior

@hssaville

Жыл бұрын

@@LanceZ I don't know if you noticed, but the basement wall he was working on appears to be glazed block which can not drain water using weep holes like cement block can. Glazed block has horizontal air cavities not vertical, as you probably know. That's what I have in my basement of my 1901 home. So, assume that the exterior wall is both rubber sealed and has a J channel drainage system put in, what would you use to seal and improve the interior wall adjacent to that exterior wall.

That looks great. Putting it on my to do list.

Great video and lots of good information. I was thinking about using a HVLP to apply, do you think I would still need two coats? Thanks

Great video! How long does gas line need to be off? I'm assuming until paint is dry but could you please advise? Thanks!

FYI: fixing negative slope is key to waterproofing the basement. Thanks for the tip about drylock paint! I recommend a jackhammer and tear up the sidewalk to create pitch away from the house (with the crushed concrete from sidewalk and class 5 gravel on top). My basement looks very similar to this but I had more mortar issue with cinderblocks. I will definitely look into drylock paint for the refinish

Thanks!

@HomeRepairTutor

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!!!

Isn't it necessary to use a bonding agent before applying the hydraulic cement?

Great video. Curious what others have found when working w/ Structural Clay Tiles (telephone tiles), in older houses. Drylok is used for concrete... What have folks used for Structural Clay Tiles?

It will never last!! Looking for a cheap way out!

Really well done video thank you from Ohio.

@lanalovely1538

4 жыл бұрын

I'm in Ohio too

Thanks for video !! It looks simple enough but how often do I have to do this??

thanks for the good tips..

This is an outdoor product designed to prevent rain entering in the wall. Using this in the inner side of the wall is a huge mistake, it prevents the concrete to "breath" (evaporate moisture), you will need to repaint yearly and in the long term it degrade and damages the concrete wall.

Is drylock a block filler? I was thinking of buying block filler, are they pretty much the same thing?

Great Video, I'm subscribing.

Nice thanks, this was a great video.

@HomeRepairTutor

4 жыл бұрын

thank you, hopefully it helped

Thank you!

Thank you so much!!

Great video

I've used Drylok before. It's a great product. Thanks for the video.

@HomeRepairTutor

7 жыл бұрын

you're welcome and thanks for watching. I've been wanting to use this for awhile and our basement just got to the point where it needed an overhaul...BAD!

@snakemonkey555

7 жыл бұрын

It's funny, my laundry nook looked very similar to your basement wall, product works like a charm.

@HomeRepairTutor

7 жыл бұрын

Has it lasted, meaning the walls still look good?

@snakemonkey555

7 жыл бұрын

Yes it has, once in a while I wipe it down but other then that walls look good.

@HomeRepairTutor

7 жыл бұрын

Good to know, this basement needed a lot of TLC and I'm hoping it lasts for awhile

Hi, I saw your video and enjoyed the good and easy recommendations, and I was wondering if I can use these products also on the basement floor?

@e46Kyle

3 жыл бұрын

Nope. If you pause when he shows the can instructions, it says that it's not for horizontal surfaces that will receive foot traffic.

The drylok I put on years ago needs to come off because I am going to put something new on. I used a grinder to remove this stuff and some won't come off -- I just don't know if it has to all come off for the new to adhere. When I put on the dry lock on I didn't patch the cracks so it didn't work. This time I am patching cracks. I also had some foundation work done to the outside and we put in a new French drain.

Hey great video! Just curious what are those black spots on the CMU wall at 2:19?

This is so helpful! It is,exactly the issue we have in our basement. Can you tell me how long ago you did this and how it has worked out? Does the moisture still seep through at all?

@douglaubshire4102

3 жыл бұрын

Don’t waste your money on DryLock. It doesn’t work and it doesn’t stop moisture or active water leaks

@zacharykicker6436

3 жыл бұрын

@@douglaubshire4102 what do you recommend then?

@avetsuper6272

2 жыл бұрын

@@zacharykicker6436 outside waterproofing is only solution with drain pipe all over the house (weep tile) and sump pump ..this is only that will work and stop water..but not 100% even that

@ravencoho

2 жыл бұрын

@@zacharykicker6436 water has to be draining away from house. Solve that first then drylock.

is this product can be applied on a wet wall inside a cellar ?? thanks

I used this product for my home studio which is in my basement....I prolly used 3 or 4 coats... put my wall up..had to romove a panel 5 monthes later for some wiring and found some mold and a good amount of efflorescence ..even in the backn of the wall panels I jad installed so now Im stumped and at a stand still on what to do 🙄.....And for the ones looking into this product notice they have a couple formulas....the first kind i bought seemed a little grittier and did allow moisture in..so I cleaned any molded spots with a wire brush and bleached thoroughly and applied more dry lock but in the "new formula" which seemed less grittier and seemed to contain more latex...so I dont know if this company goofed on their prior batches and released a newer more expensive version ($7 difference per gallon) but i used this...3 coats..left it for 2 monthes..came back..still signs of efflorescence and a few tiny mold spot and thats with no wall panel over that area.. and I figure the severity would have been worse with the panel up and no air circulation hitting it..Just hope this helps someone out cause I'm still battling this problem 🤷‍♂️

@jenniferkrause2615

3 жыл бұрын

The only other option is basically dig up all around your basement excavation level. And do drainage and seal the outside of the foundation. We have the same. But won't do that as it will be extremely expensive and its a storage for us. And eventually that seal will go again and you'll need to do it again. It's super involved but is the way to do do it.

Great video! Question - Will the moisture still be in the brick? Even though the inner surface of the brick is sealed will this not actually increase the moisture levels coming into the brick work from the other side as the seal paint will hold it in there?

@detech8149

2 жыл бұрын

I believe the moisture is still trapped and will eventually follow the path to least resistance. Creating more problems. According to a contractor I had a meeting with yesterday.

@MurrayMotocross1

2 жыл бұрын

Yea, the system in this video is a band-aid which will eventually cause the moisture left in the brick to release its lime. Which is the binder or glue of the brick. Over time this foundation would not only start to leak a lot more but would also be brittle and unstable and have to be totally redone. Never stop the block from breathing. This is not a solution but the creation of a real problem.

@i3igpete

2 жыл бұрын

yup, that water will instead sit in the wall where it can freeze and mold

@markman63

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, the wall bricks act like a sponge, the water stays in the wall. The only real fix is on the outside of the wall

@derreckmckenzie5521

2 жыл бұрын

It might appear to be working but in reality your doing more harm then anything. Water cannot be sealed out, it will eventually build enough pressure to get through and in the meantime trapping water in the brick or concrete which will cause damage and weaken the foundation and promote mildew and mold growth behind the paint. The moisture needs to breath out into the dry air to evaporate and walls should only be sealed on the outside and never on the inside in case some wicking does occur and needs to be able to get out. It might take a few years to but sealing the inside in a wet ground situation where it gets inside the basement will be a ticking time bomb with guaranteed damage to occur which depending on several variables can range from minor foundation damage if it's able to bust through the sealant before to much pressure has built which could cause major damage since the sealed out moisture sitting building up pressure will also weaken the concrete basically breaking it down rotting away from the inside out. So best case is the sealant being applied to the inside was done poorly or over existing paint causing it to fail before to much damage is done, and if it was done so well that it was able to hold off the pressure for several years before breaching probably due to weakened concrete then it can be a seriously dangerous situation that will be a huge financial cost which might even require lifting the house completely off the foundation and replacing it. If you live in a area with freeze thaw conditions the trapped water will freeze and expand showing the problem faster then areas where it stays warm year round and water just sits until the inevitable happens. Long story short don't seal the interior walls of basements unless your wanting a future major project to do or pass the problem to someone else unfortunate to get it unknowingly.

Thank u very much for this video. Headed to home depot now

And what exactly shall painting over wet walls do? Seal the water in that it degrades the walls faster? Push the water inside the walls upwards to the wood? ....

My foundation is 122yrs old. I need to put in a sloping area on the east side. And I hope to pour a large slab of concrete on the back of the house. The south side has okay runoff and I need to rehang all the gutters. I only get 1-2" in certain puddles but it's enough to be super irritating 🙄. I'll get there. Thanks for the info.

Please do more basement videos! I have old basement JUST like this... I can't afford to completely finish it, but wondering what I can do to make it comfortable enough to be a game room or part-time bedroom.

@patrickquerry5768

5 жыл бұрын

stringX90 same, how is your project going?

@Conscioustalk19

5 жыл бұрын

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Thank you, very comprehensive, after the 2 coats of DryLock paint, can you paint over that later... say you want to change color?

@yournyc

4 жыл бұрын

Same question. All white looks like it will dirty too easily.

I thought you couldn't do this if the walls were already painted but I'm absolutely going to be doing this soon. Great video.

@danlaur7973

2 жыл бұрын

UGL does say not to paint over existing paint on the walls before using their products

Why is the water dribbling out of a spout right at the exterior wall (0:54)? Wouldn't adding a downspout extension keep the water away from the house and, in turn, keep your basement drier? Good video, btw.

@yournyc

4 жыл бұрын

Good point

@ravencoho

2 жыл бұрын

Exactly! Extend the gutter to lower point.

What do you use to v-notch the cracks before patching?

Will this work in a storm cellar?

is this product also good for wall that is exposed to sun to protect it from heavy rain ? my wall (inside) is always damp and wet during rainy season

If u were gonna spray drylok, what sprayer would u recommend? Thanks

Awesome video. I work two jobs and am pressed for time. Would I be able to do a wall in sections, come back and do the rest later, or would I pretty much have to do a whole wall's primary coat at once?

@HomeRepairTutor

6 жыл бұрын

I actually had to do this basement in sections due to time constraints. So you should be okay.

@yournyc

4 жыл бұрын

I did it in sections with no problems. Prep work is key.

Don’t listen to anyone who says to paint masonry. Especially in a leaky basement. All your doing is increasing the hydraulic pressure which will cause pop out and spalling.

@bigmacdaddy1234

2 жыл бұрын

Um no. Painting masonry protects it from corrosion. The masonry on my 1936 house has always been painted and still looks great today.

Some good tips....thanks for sharing.

@HomeRepairTutor

7 жыл бұрын

thanks, it's amazing what a coat of waterproofing paint can do for a nasty basement!!

Agree with other commenters... fix the water issue and get it away from the foundation (especially that downspout that dumps right next to the wall). Generally speaking.... vertical cracks = foundation settling (expected in any basement, show up at weak points like windows, corners, etc.), horizontal cracks = bad and the wall may be pushing in. I try to chisel a square grove, not a v-notch, for my hydraulic cement. It holds better. Injectable polyurethane is what I use to seal the crack inside the wall, after I fill any major cracks with hydraulic cement, leaving removable nails in through the cement to provide port access to inject.

The drylok I used was waaaay thicker than that. Was like trying to paint with caulk

@suzannecogar717

3 жыл бұрын

@@heyjohnsmith wouldn't that would smell horrible and make a room rather unlivable??

@donhill1825

3 жыл бұрын

@@suzannecogar717 the paint thinner doesn't last indefinitely. Paint is thinned all the time.

Thanks for this video. It was posted in 2017. So, my question is this - how did it hold up and did it actually help with the moisture in the basement? I'm in Pittsburgh as well and have a similar situation in my basement. Thanks

@Schultz-ko3ve

3 жыл бұрын

We Drylocked our basement when we built our house in 1987. Just sold the house this year (Feb 2021). In 34 years we never had a problem with moisture in the basement and the paint held up quite well. Building a new home now and I'm going to Drylock the basement before I move in.

I was told that it could not be rolled on by company scientist when I used it in my basement. Very effective product.

@luvdr350

3 жыл бұрын

I rolled my basement in drylok... worked fine

@manganights

3 жыл бұрын

I’ve seen it done rolled on. As far as I could tell it worked fine. May only be a small difference. The product works regardless. It’s been a while since I’ve used it. It may have improved. The label used to say to brush on but that may only have been back when I used it.

@luvdr350

3 жыл бұрын

@@manganights i didn't read the label lol its essentially paint so didn't really think i had to. oh well. I rolled it on and touched up any holes with a brush. seemed faster

@manganights

3 жыл бұрын

The only surface that would seem different is blocks. The rough texture supposedly gets filled by tiny things like the old Superballs that used to be popular. But even on that it would protect rolled on.

@-.__.__.-Rad

5 ай бұрын

@@manganights Is it still holding up? Or is it peeling off again?

Is dry lock paint durable and washable if not shall I get a latex paint that’s made for mold and mildew like a bathroom with an eggshell finish to put over the three coats of dry lock I have already done

Any update how this held up over time? Looks exactly like my basement.

DO A FOLLOW UP VIDEO?????DID IT HOLD UP ???

I noticed you didn’t take the walls down to the bare concrete. Did the drylok still bite to the existing paint of effervescence on the wall? I ask because I started to scrape off paint on my basement walls and I noticed effervescence underneath it. I’m doing this project on my own and figuring it out as I go. Also the room im doing has two walls that are exterior walls that go outside. Should I drylok the inside first or the out walls first? Any help would be appreciated from anyone.

does this work on old stone foundation walls?

Can you use this on exterior block too?

What about a wall that isn’t a basement wall. I have an exposed painted wall that sits back about 50 yards from the water. The latex paint is holding up well, but I have to use a dehumidifier in the home, because the wall is not insulated or waterproofed. Will I be able to go over the existing exterior paint that is bonded really good to the block… or do I have to remove it before applying?? Any recommendations?

Great video - thank you for making this effort. I am continuously surprised that the OEMs of these products are not putting out helpful videos as you have done. The OEM videos I'v seen for these and other products are usually not especially instructive compared with these "home made" videos.

would you rec drylok for a concrete block basement shower interior?

Were you able to get rid of the musty smell?

So we can use this on drywall as well?

I went through every procedure recommended and spent a small fortune on Drylock and hydraulic cement and even an interior french drain. Not a solution because the old brick wall had many cracks and pinholes that allowed water to seep in. Ultimately I was advised that I lived on a high water table and nothing on the inside would be able to resist the pressure from outside (which can quickly compromise whatever you slap on the interior wall). The only real solution is a french drain on the outside as well as applying waterproofing membrane on the outside wall all the way down the foundation (8 feet in some cases). Don't waste your money on things like Drylock because it's mostly cosmetic to make you feel good for a year and then you'll be fighting it again year after year.

Great video. Apologies if I didn't find this questions in the comments. My cinder block walls were painted with DryLok when we moved in 13 years ago. Over time, we do find some efflorescence. After scraping it off, can we use DryLok again over the originall paint? Thanks

@ravencoho

2 жыл бұрын

I just bought drylock pro to apply to my 110 year old basement walls that look similar to this. I believe removing the efflorescence with vinegar, , and letting it fully dry should do the trick before applying the drylok.

Can you paint over the white dry lock paint with a different color?

So did it work? Is it staying adhered and keeping the moisture out?

@matthewpoteet8876

3 жыл бұрын

If it makes it look good enough to get it rented or sold it worked right? Can you add color to drylock?

@MikesGarageReviews

3 жыл бұрын

@@matthewpoteet8876 yes you can get different colors

@shadowfox_117

3 жыл бұрын

@@MikesGarageReviews so can I get Menards to add color to the drylok paint off the shelf or do I have to apply drylok to the basement wall first and then paint on top when the drylok when the coats are dry?

Thank u..do u know what yellow peeling powdery stuf is that is on my basement walls..i thought it was mold..its yellow.. It getting om the whole wal.whem i moved in it wasnt there how do we stop it so it never fades thru again..my landlord put new windows in but its still building up..will it make u have health issues from breathing it..as we cant hardly breath in the house allergies..the landlord says its not mold but it looks ood..she has a humidifier down there..but it jus a hott mess..yellow stained bumpy walls

I don't own an angle grinder, is there an attachment I could use with a powerful corded drill for similar effect?