damp-proofing
[/dæmp ˈpruːfɪŋ/]
noun
impermeabilização
1. The process or method of making something resistant to moisture or water penetration, typically applied to building materials and structures
The damp-proofing of the basement walls prevented water from seeping into the foundation.
A impermeabilização das paredes do porão impediu que a água penetrasse na fundação.
2. Materials or substances used to create a moisture barrier in construction
They applied damp-proofing membrane to protect the concrete from moisture damage.
Eles aplicaram membrana de impermeabilização para proteger o concreto dos danos causados pela umidade.
3. A protective treatment or coating that resists dampness and water absorption
Modern damp-proofing techniques include liquid coatings and plastic membranes.
As técnicas modernas de impermeabilização incluem revestimentos líquidos e membranas plásticas.
Damp-proofing is particularly important in humid climates like Brazil's, where moisture damage to buildings is a common and costly problem. In construction and real estate contexts in Brazil, impermeabilização is a critical service and selling point. In Portugal, where older buildings are prevalent, damp issues are also culturally significant and widely discussed in property maintenance.
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