Internal Wall Waterproofing FAQs

Generally, windows are fixed on the wall after the masonry work is complete. While doing so, a gap is bound to exist between the window frames and masonry. This gap may widen with time, creating all sorts of leakage problems. After a detailed inspection, apply Dr. Fixit Silicone Sealant in these gaps. Dr. Fixit Silicone Sealant is highly flexible which accommodates any movements caused by thermal expansion & contraction and is UV resistant.

You can use Dr. Fixit CrackX Shrinkfree for sealing plaster cracks up to 10 mm. It is a nonshrink crack filler and is easily paintable over to match the shades of the wall.

While building your house, windows are fixed as soon as the brickwork is done. The waterproofing part comes later most of the times. This leads to spreading the gaps between your window frame and the wall, causing leakage problem. Here, you can apply Dr. Fixit Silicon Sealant to fill the gaps and avoid water ingression. It is one of the popular internal wall waterproofing solutions in India, which is UV resistant and highly elastic in nature.  

Internal walls of your home may experience dampness due to various reasons. The high groundwater table is one of the common issues in India. Similarly, cracks in the walls allow water to ingress from the terrace and external walls and cause dampness. The extreme weather conditions give rise to cracks. The traditional waterproofing methods are incapable of tackling with seepage issues. Dr. Fixit internal walls waterproofing solutions help you solve this issue. Now, forget the traditional way of breaking wall plaster; you can do it by scrubbing the internal wall dampness and applying the solution over it.

Indian weather conditions are very extreme and cause hairline cracks in the internal walls. To get rid of the water seepage issues caused due to such thin cracks, you can apply Dr Fixit CrackX Shrinkfree internal wall waterproofing solution to cover up cracks up to 10 mm.​

Dampness on internal walls can not only tarnish interiors, but also weaken the structural integrity of the house. Damp walls promote the growth of mould and mildew that can deteriorate indoor air quality and may pose a serious threat to the health of the residents. There are many ways of treating damp patches on internal walls, but they might not give sustainable results. For instance, most people prefer having damp proof paint for internal walls. However, such solutions offer temporary relief from damp internal walls and do not prove to be effective in the long-term. To treat dampness on internal walls, try talking to a Dr. Fixit expert. Only after a careful assessment of the reason of dampness can the issue be addressed correctly.

The theoretical coverage area of Dr. Fixit Krystalline is 1.4 - 1.6 sq. m / Kg in a single coat. However, it is important to note that the coverage area varies depending on the surface’s texture and porosity.

The benefits of Dr Fixit Crack X Shrinkfee are:

1. Shrinkage –Non-shrinkage of cracks  after curing.
2. Saves time – One time application in comparison two coats in popular crack fillers.
3. User friendly – Ready to use, very soft paste, easily applicable by fingers or putty knife.
4. Quick drying - Surface is paintable after  6 hours of application.
5. Non-toxic – It is non-toxic hence user friendly.

For wall crack repair, products like Dr. Fixit Crack-X Shrinkfree are ideal. This wall crack seal is fibre-reinforced, offering strong adhesion, flexibility, and water resistance. Its non-shrink formula ensures a one-time application with a smooth wall finish.

Dr. Fixit treats wall seepage by identifying the moisture source first, then repairing any cracks and applying a waterproofing coating suited to whether the wall is exposed to rain or affected by an internal wet area or plumbing leak. Seepage that keeps recurring despite repainting is usually a sign that the underlying moisture source has not been addressed, not just a coating issue. Dr. Fixit's wall waterproofing range is designed to be applied on cleaned, dry masonry for the coating to bond and perform properly.

Dr. Fixit fixes damp walls by first determining the cause, whether it is rising dampness from the ground, seepage from an external wall, or a leak from an adjoining wet area, since each requires a different treatment approach. Once identified, the affected plaster may need to be removed, the surface treated with a suitable Dr. Fixit waterproofing coating, and then replastered and repainted. Simply repainting over a damp wall without addressing the underlying cause typically results in the same damp patch reappearing within months.

Dr. Fixit's approach to seepage-related dampness starts with tracing the water's entry point, whether it is a crack in an external wall, a failed waterproofing layer in an adjoining bathroom, or a plumbing leak inside the wall. Once the source is fixed, a waterproofing coating suited to the wall type is applied to prevent further moisture ingress, followed by replastering and repainting as needed. Treating only the visible damp patch without finding the seepage source is one of the most common reasons dampness returns after repainting.

Dr. Fixit addresses wall seepage by first tracing its source, since seepage can come from an external wall exposed to rain, a leaking pipe inside the wall, or moisture rising from the ground. Once identified, cracks are repaired and a waterproofing coating suited to the wall type is applied to block further moisture entry. Painting over a damp wall without treating the seepage first usually leads to the paint peeling again within a season, so treating the root cause is essential.

Dr. Fixit treats wall leakage by identifying whether water is entering from outside, such as rain penetration through an external wall, or from an internal source like a leaking pipe or adjoining wet area, since the repair approach differs. External leakage is typically treated by repairing cracks and applying an exterior waterproofing coating, while internal leakage may require addressing the plumbing or wet-area waterproofing at the source. In both cases, treating only the visible damp patch without finding the actual entry point usually results in the leak returning.

Dr. Fixit offers damp-proofing coatings designed to block moisture from seeping through walls and causing damp patches or peeling paint indoors. These coatings are applied after identifying and addressing the source of moisture, whether it is rising dampness from the ground, seepage from an adjoining wet area, or rain penetration through an external wall, since coating alone will not fix an active leak. Dr. Fixit's internal wall waterproofing range is formulated to be applied over cleaned, dry masonry for lasting damp resistance.