SurfiSeal is a brick or masonry sealant that is an emulsion of siloxane. This product comes ready to use, and penetrates into concrete to provide long-term protection, lasting many times longer than conventional coatings. The invisible film that forms will “bead” loose water and provide protection against de-icing salts and chloride ions. For added safety… Read more »

Basements must be waterproofed for a variety of reasons, including cracks in walls, leaking windows, and pipe condensation. If there is too much water or the water is retained too long in basements, it can cause serious damage. Retained water can cause termites, dangerous mold, and foundation/structural degrading which all result in extensive and costly… Read more »

Stonewells by Mar-flex Waterproofing and Building Products is a popular and functional egress window solution. Each Stonewell egress window is fitted with a simulated rock texture which comes in two designer colors to match below grade living environments and to coordinate with the Rhinowell window solution. Stonewell comes in one piece, making for easy installation… Read more »

Mar-flex Waterproofing and Building Products presents the Moisture Block 361 Water Based multi-functional dampproofing membrane. Moisture Block 361 is a patented, asphalt emulsion coating that is designed to dampproof and protect concrete and most concrete masonry surfaces. The single component liquid applied coating offers good resistance to temperature changes, as well as excellent weatherability, and… Read more »

Cracks that are found in basement and foundation walls, while inevitable, can be serious if not repaired quickly. How do you know when you should call a professional in to do the work? If you find your basement walls covered in horizontal cracks, these can be dangerous and cause structural damage over time. Mar-flex offers… Read more »

The Drain & Dry drainage board by Mar-flex Waterproofing and Building Products is one of the newest and sustainable solutions in the industry today. Drain & Dry is manufactured using “ecose” technology, which converts bio-based materials into an inert polymer that bonds mineral wool strands together. This process eliminates the formaldehyde and phenols found in… Read more »

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 »