Questions and Answers for BEHR PREMIUM 1 gal. #876 Basement Gray Flat Interior/Exterior Dry Plus Basement & Masonry Waterproofer

A:  Hi Brij, Thanks for writing in with your question. The Basement and Masonry Waterproofer is a water-based coating and does not have a strong odor. However, we recommend having good cross ventilation when using the product. Have a great day! Regards, Giovanna

A:  There is an odor and you should ventilate the area when you paint. I open a window or a door and use a large fan to circulate the air.

A:  Hi Bassoonist, Thank you for your question. Our Basement and Masonry Waterproofer is designed for vertical surfaces only. You may want to reach out to your local Home Depot for some suggestions on a similar product that will hold up on a basement floor. Best - Sara

A:  It is not recommended for floor surfaces.

A:  Hi william, Thank you for your question! Our Dry Plus Masonry Waterproofer can be tinted to other Behr colors outside of the custom brochure colors, as well as custom color matched at the store to non-Behr colors. Best - Sara

A:  Hi Jack, Thanks for your interest in our products! The Dry Plus would be similar to our other paints as far as fumes go. If you'd like, you can try applying it to a small area and see how strong it is. since your basement doesn't have ventilation, you may need to allow it more time to cure. If you'd like additional info, feel free to take a look at the Safety Data Sheet for this product: https://bit.ly/2GKTmeR I hope this was informative, and please feel free to reach out to our Customer Care Department if you have any other questions or concerns. Have a good rest of your day, and best of luck with your project - Vince

A:  Hello Aryadne, Thanks for writing in. Yes, that’s right, the Behr Dry Plus covers 75-100 sq. ft. for a rough surface and 100-125 sq. ft. for a smooth surface. For two coats, it would double to 150-200 sq. ft. for rough and 200-250 sq. ft. for smooth. So for example a 100 sq. ft. surface would need two gallons for two coats for a rough surface. For further assistance, please feel free to reach out directly to our customer care team. We’d love to help! Best, Roxana N.

A:  Hello Aryadne, Thanks for writing in. Yes, that’s right, the Behr Dry Plus covers 75-100 sq. ft. for a rough surface and 100-125 sq. ft. for a smooth surface. For two coats, it would double to 150-200 sq. ft. for rough and 200-250 sq. ft. for smooth. So for example a 100 sq. ft. surface would need two gallons for two coats for a rough surface. For further assistance, please feel free to reach out directly to our customer care team. We’d love to help! Best, Roxana N.

A:  No, this waterproofer is not rated for use on drywall.

A:  Hello Andrrw, thank you for your question. Our Masonry Waterproofing Paint is intended to be used on masonry and concrete-like surfaces. We wouldn't recommend using it on drywall or for your bathroom application. We'd suggest checking with your local store for a more suitable vapor barrier paint to use on your drywall and regular bathroom walls. Have a terrific Tuesday, and best of luck with your project! -Joanna

A:  Hello leaky, thank you for your question. Our DryPlus Masonry Waterproofer will help waterproof your block wall, and protect it from hydrostatic pressure (water seepage). So, it should seal your surface and help prevent the small leaks you're experiencing. Hope this info helps. Happy priming and best of luck with your project! -Joanna

A:  Hi, Best to ask a Behr rep this question. My application was a dry poured wall to reduce humidity in a basement.

A:  Hello jwr, Thanks for reaching out. Yes, the Behr Dry Plus can go over surfaces previously coated with water or oil based paint in good condition. I hope this helps and good luck with your project. Best, Roxana N.

A:  Hi Jimasimae, Thanks for your questions! Our Dry Plus Masonry Waterproofer will come to a complete cure after at least 7 days of dry time. Because we don't make glue or adhesive, It's best to reach out to the company that makes the glue you'd like to use to ensure that their product can be applied over a water-based coating and how long the coating would need to dry before it will adhere. Best wishes for your project! - Sara

A:  The unit has a dry to touch time of one hour. Two coats are required.