A skilled Chinese builder demonstrated an impressive waterproofing sealant technique. Footage shows the craftsman arranging reddish-brown bricks and pouring a bowl of water over them in Henan, China, on July 2. As expected, the water seeped through the gaps and leaked onto the ground. He then applied a special moisture-proofing compound, resembling paint, over the surface of the bricks and allowed it to dry. When he poured another bucket of water—this time even adding two goldfish—the water remained completely contained, with no drop escaping through the gaps.

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Running the waterproof liner all the way up the wall was more about keeping the surface level and consistent and less about waterproofing.

This DIY waterproofing hack will help you expel water and mold from your basement, allowing you to save money and protect your home in the process.