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Good Building Guide 72 Part 1 Basement construction and waterproofing: site investigation and preparation
Publication Year
2007
Document Status
Current
Abstract
Outlines the principles of constructing a waterproof basement. Considers the significance of drainage characteristics of the soil, control of moisture during site preparation, and the three types of construction: tanked protection, structurally integral protection, and drained cavity. Briefly describes the waterproofing systems that could be used, including bonded sheet membranes and mastic asphalt membranes.
Author
Trotman, P.
ISBN
9781860819810
Publisher Information
BRE
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