Waterproofing Basics Every Designer Should Know

Most leaks trace back to decisions made at the drawing board. Here is what to specify.

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Key takeaways

• Read the drawing before you read the checklist.
• Coordination beats correction — catch clashes early.
• Document decisions so the handover pack tells the whole story.