I have exposed cinder/solite block above grade. I want to apply a “finish†to the block that will give me an attractive appearance as well as prevent the migration of moisture. I would like to apply this product so that the joints will not be visible. Will the joints telegraph through Thoroseal? Any suggestions other than stucco?
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I'm a little hard of hearing. What was your question?
Are you offended by my font size? Get a life!
Hope fritz does mind me laughing my a.. off at your reply may be we should both get a life.
Sometimes, my childishness is inexcusable, irresponsible and irresistable all at the same time. The rest of the time....I have a life.
Hey Notchman...I am real happy to see and I know that the people at this site will give the absolute best answer we can find . Sometimes the seriousness of the questions takes on a life and death tone. Actually I find Thoroseal a very dry subject and I've often wondered what " get a life " really means. Think I'll do some research . Fritz I'll come give you a hand with your project and I'll bet we can have a couple of good laughs about something.
My font is bigger than your font
Two coats of thoroseal should hide the morter joints.
Brush on the first coat as usual, thicken the second coat batch with a washed sand and trowel it on.
Terry
What is thoroseal
Thoroseal is a brand name of a masonary coating/damproofing. Typically used on block foundations either by itself or with other damproofing such as asphalt foundation coating
Wattaseal is another brand name.
Terry
Just a note to add to TLE's comment. Thoroseal is considered to be a Waterproofing product as opposed to a damp proofer. It is certified by the United Kingdom for use in waterproofing potable water systems and pools. They have a website http://www.ruberoid.ie/ruberoid31.htm.
Terry:
Thanks for your input. Sounds a whole lot easier than Stucco.