Basement, cellar drainage, waterproofing

In the basements of buildings generally we have moisture problems. Even we have waterproofing water may enter the building. A good waterproofing system should be supported by drainage materials.
Geocomposites can intercept incoming water and drain it away from the structure towards the collector pipe.
To use a geocomposite drain is much easier and generally cheaper than conventional drainage systems like mineral drains. Forexample you should carry a lot of gravel to the construction site or building. It is also difficult to use heavy gravel. It is also necessary to cover the drainage pipe with a nonwoven geotextile to prevent clogging.
But a composite drainage sheet with a filter bothsides and only about less than half a kilograms per square meter you can make a better drainage system. Also the inside core of the drainage sheet should be elastic and the core should have a structure to let water go easily to all directions.

A good composite drainage system:

• Keeps wet soil away from walls
• collects and removes groundwater
• Protects the waterproofing on walls
• Relieves hydrostatic pressure

Advantages of composite drains:

• Ventilates - Prevents wall sweating and fungal growth
• Light and flexible-Readily adaptable to irregular wall configurations
• Economical - No extra accessories needed (i.a. strips, special fastenings, etc.)
• Reliable and durable

The composite drains can be used as do it yourself type of applications also.