What it is
Parging smooths and protects below-ground or plinth-level masonry and helps keep out moisture. It is often followed by a waterproof coating.
Key points
- Applied on plinth and foundation walls
- Seals the surface against damp
- Base for waterproof coatings
- Common with basements
Why it matters
Damp rising from the ground shows up as peeling paint and salt marks at the bottom of walls.
How Elamentt handles it
Plinth-level walls get a protective coat and damp-proofing as part of the structure.