From Tar to Tech: Upgrading Old Foundation Coatings Many contractors, builders, and renovation specialists work on older buildings and are often asked to fix water problems in basements or foundations. Many older homes today are seeing more and more issues with leaking basements. This is typically due to old asphalt- or tar-based materials beginning to…
How to Select the Correct Sealant for Your Substrate Choosing the right sealant for a surface might seem like a simple task, but making an informed decision is essential for achieving long-lasting results. The first step in this process is understanding your substrate. Whether you’re sealing a driveway, a patio, or a commercial space, identifying…
How to Waterproof Foundation Walls: Step-by-Step Guide A durable foundation is the cornerstone of any home, providing the support and level that the rest of your home relies on. However, most foundations share one ever-present weakness: Moisture. From fieldstone to poured concrete, foundations that absorb water through moist soil can crack, shift, and crumble from…
How to Seal Brick: Best Practices for Waterproofing & Maintenance Builders and general contractors across the USA depend on an effective means of sealing and waterproofing various brick materials to prevent small cracks or growths from spiraling out of control and requiring costly remasonry work. As a trusted pioneer in long-lasting and eco-friendly hard-surface treatments,…
Best Waterproofing Techniques for New Construction The care taken from the beginning of any new construction project tremendously impacts the long-term efficacy of a foundation waterproofing method. New construction contractors generally know this, but the question is: which single foundation sealing product or method has proven the most effective? Deco Products is a national leader…
How Sealed Pavers Reduce Urban Heat Island Effects Understanding Urban Heat Islands: First, let’s talk about something called “urban heat islands.” These happen when cities get much hotter than the countryside around them because of things people do, like driving cars, making stuff in factories, and building lots of roads and buildings. Pavements, like sidewalks…