Waterproofing Basements and Foundations (Brush or Poured)
Below ground, water is relentless. Basements, foundations and retaining structures need a tough, flexible waterproof coating that bridges cracks and moves with the structure — because a rigid system that cracks is a system that leaks.
The challenge below ground
Ground water exerts constant pressure, and any breach below ground lets water track in — hard and costly to fix after the fact. BS 8102:2022 is the code of practice for protecting below-ground structures; habitable space typically needs Grade 3 (a dry environment), which demands a reliable, continuous waterproofing system.
The solution: The GOAT (7.5kg)
The GOAT (7.5kg) is a flexible, crack-bridging waterproof coating that can be brushed or poured onto basements, foundations and below-ground structures. It forms a seamless, durable waterproof layer that moves with the building rather than cracking — with no laps or joints to fail.
How it is applied
- Prepare a sound, clean substrate
- Detail junctions and kickers first
- Brush or pour to the required film thickness
- Build up as a continuous, seamless barrier
Benefits
- Flexible and crack-bridging
- Brush or pour application
- Seamless below-ground waterproofing
Frequently asked questions
Is it suitable for habitable basements? Design to BS 8102 (typically Grade 3) and apply as part of that strategy.
Damp proofing or waterproofing? See the difference explained.
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