The rainy season can become a headache not only when we have humidity problems at homebut also when the fearsome leaksesa water filtration that is capable of spoil the home walls and ceilings. Apply and discover how to make a homemade waterproofing to protect your roof from rain.
Los humidity problems Not only deteriorate the walls of our house, but also affect health. According to specialists from the Mayo Clinic Medical Institute, it promotes proliferation of mold spores, when breathing them, our immune system tries to protect itself from them by causing symptoms such as: nasal congestion, irritation, itching in the eyes, nose and throat.
How does mold affect our health?
However, the problem is not a simple reaction, as we can also develop respiratory diseases such as asthma, sinusitis, bronchopulmonary aspergillosisthat is, a fungal reaction in the lungs or hypersensitive pneumonitis o inflammation in the lungs from breathing mold particles for a long time.
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Why should it be waterproofed?
It is important proof our home every 5 or 10 years to prevent leaks and water leaks, improve energy efficiencysince waterproofing can reduce the costs of heating by keeping the air fresh inside the home, to protect our healthas well as increase property value.
if you already have leaks at homeIdeally, you should repair them as soon as possible to prevent further damage to the structure of your roof, on the other hand, you can prepare a homemade waterproofing so that the rains do not surprise you during this season, in addition to being economical it is environmental friendly. Let’s do it!
How to make a homemade waterproofing?
You will need to:
½ kilo of lime
Two bars of white zote soap
½ kilo of potassium alum (you can get it at any drugstore)
A metal bucket with a capacity of up to 20 liters
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Method of preparation:
Step 1. The first thing you should do is thoroughly clean your roof to remove all the layer of dust that accumulates over the months or years. The ideal is to wait 3 days after the last rain so that your roof is completely dry.
Step 2. Place water in the bucket up to half, then add the lime, take to the stove and mix until it boils.
Step 3. Very carefully, remove the bucket from the heat, grate the soap perfectly, break the alum stone into small pieces and pour into the mixture until dissolved.
Step 4. With the help of a spatula, fill the cracks larger than 3 mm with cement mortar.
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Step 5. Fill in small cracks by rubbing the bar of soap over them, then apply the homemade waterproofing all over your roof with the help of a brush or soft-bristled brush.
Step 6. Finally, let it dry and apply a second layer transversally to the first application so that it has a better finish and you can reinforce the waterproofing.
How long do homemade waterproofing last?
He duration of a homemade waterproofing it can depend on many factors, including the quality of the materials used, proper surface preparation, frequency of maintenance and repair, or the type of climate. However, ideally last 1 to 2 years in perfect condition, at least it could get you out of trouble.
What’s up, hey! that easy you can make your own homemade waterproofing to protect your roofs from the rain and avoid unpleasant surprises. Go ahead, I’m sure you’ll love it because you won’t have to spend a lot of money.
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