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The 44 page publication examines the factors to consider when deciding on the form of basement construction, and types of waterproofing for single-storey domestic basements.
It provides guidance on the form and characteristics of the main categories of waterproofing systems: bonded sheet membranes, bentonite clay active membranes, liquid-applied membranes, mastic asphalt, cementitious proprietary multi-coat renders, toppings, coatings, and cavity drain systems.
It also contains information on soil characteristics and detailed illustrations relating to drainage, waterproofing and means of assessing risk.
The guidance in this publication follows the principles given in BS 8102:2009, which should be referred to for more recommendations and guidance on methods of dealing with and preventing the entry of water from surrounding ground into a structure below ground level for both shallow and deep basements.