Do you have a damp wall in need of some TLC? Though it’s not recommended to paint damp walls, there are some things you should know if you have no other option. We spoke with painting specialist John ...

Dealing with a damp basement is annoying enough, but seeing water leaking through cracks in the foundation or mortar joints can feel downright overwhelming. The good news is there are solutions that ...

Q. I would like to know how to make a whitewash to coat the basement walls. Sealers have been tried and they flake off. I just want a clean, bright effect. What can you suggest? A. The reason regular ...

When damp rears its ugly head, it can lead to all sorts of unwanted issues in the home. It’s not always easy to spot until obvious signs start appearing on walls and ceilings. While painting over damp ...

If utilized to their greatest potential, basements can add ample space to your home. While most are below ground level and sometimes are windowless, dark and dingy, there are ways to lighten and ...

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So I live in an area with a very high clay content in the soil. The entire neighboorhood also happens to be built on natural springs. So the water table is alreayd pretty high. The basement walls had ...