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Types of Waterproofing Explained: Choosing the Right Solution for Every Area of Your Home

13, November 2025

Waterproofing keeps your home dry, protects structure and prevents costly repairs from seepage in wall and damp. The best approach is to match the waterproofing product to the surface, like interiors, vertical exteriors, roofs, high-wet zones, basements, or pools. This is how each area gets the right protection. 

If you are wondering, “What is meant by waterproofing?” Waterproofing is the process of applying materials or coatings to prevent water ingress and protect structures from moisture damage. Your next question probably is “What is the best method of waterproofing?” The best method is a targeted system. Use interior coatings for inside walls, elastomeric or waterproof membranes for roofs and terraces, and specialised systems for high-wet zones. You must use these solutions after proper surface preparation. 

What are the types of waterproofing? 

Common types of waterproofing include cementitious coatings, polymer-modified elastomeric coatings, liquid-applied membranes, and crystal-based systems. While each has its merits, white cement-based solutions stand out for their superior adhesion, natural brightness, crack-bridging capability, and long-lasting water resistance. These properties make them ideal for protecting walls, ceilings, roofs, and other surfaces prone to dampness and seepage. 

Birla White offers advanced white cement-based waterproofing solutions that combine the strength and durability of cement with superior water resistance and enhanced adhesion. These solutions are easy to apply, long-lasting, and suitable for a variety of surfaces. To make waterproofing more effective, Birla White recommends area-wise products like interior surfaces, vertical exterior walls, horizontal roofs and terraces, high-wet zones like bathrooms, swimming pools, and basements.  

For crack filling, Birla White offers a white cement-based crack filler designed to seal non-structural cracks with superior bonding and water resistance. This way it ensures complete protection against seepage and damp throughout the house. Here are the area-wise recommended products for complete waterproofing in house: 

Interiors (living rooms, bedrooms, kitchens, sunken areas) 

A bag of Birla White Seepguard Waterproofing Solutions for Interior Surfaces placed in a modern living room with a TV and contemporary furniture, alongside Birla White and Aditya Birla Building Solutions logos.

Use Birla White Seep Guard Interior Surfaces which is a polymer-modified, white cementitious elastomeric coating for masonry and concrete. It bridges hairline cracks, works for positive and negative waterproofing, and resists efflorescence and fungi.  

Exterior vertical walls (facades, boundary walls) 

Choose Seep Guard Vertical Surfaces which is a white cementitious, elastomeric system engineered for vertical surfaces to prevent external ingress and allow movement without cracking. 

Roofs, terraces and horizontal RCC (terraces, exposed decks) 

Apply Seep Guard Horizontal Surfaces which is a white cement and German elastomeric polymer formulation that waterproofs horizontal surfaces and helps reduce surface temperature while resisting standing water. 

High-wet zones (bathrooms, shower areas) 

Use Seep Guard Seep Blocker 2K, a two-component polymeric water proofing designed for constant wet conditions. This product is ideal for bathroom wet areas and wet floors.  

Swimming pools, basements, tanks, heavy waterproofing 

A box of Birla White Seepguard Seep Blocker Pro 2K high-performance cementitious + acrylic waterproofing product, positioned by a clear blue swimming pool, with Birla White and Aditya Birla Building Solutions logos.

For aggressive wet environments use Seep Guard Seep Blocker Pro 2K, formulated for immersed and heavy-duty applications like pools and basements. 

Crack repair and joints 

Use Seep Guard Crack End for precision crack filling and sealing before applying the main waterproofing system to ensure long-term performance.  

Practical Expert Tips  

  • Clean, remove loose material, and repair cracks before applying any waterproofing. 
  • Don’t use roof products on interior walls. Choose the right product for each area. 
  • Follow application instructions to avoid under-application and poor performance. 
  • Polymer-modified white cement waterproofing solutions give strong adhesion, crack-bridging, and reduced maintenance. 

Effective waterproofing in house is about matching the right product to the right area and ensuring proper prep and application. Using Birla White’s Seep Guard range gives you purpose-built solutions for interiors, exteriors, roofs, wet zones and tanks. These solutions minimise seepage in wall problems and maximise durability. For more information, visit www.birlawhite.com.