In terms of waterproofing a basement wall, what is positive-side waterproofing and what is negative -side waterproofing?

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It is positive-side waterproofing if the waterproofing layer is applied on the side of the wall that is directly exposed to water. It is negative -side waterproofing if waterproofing is applied on the side not exposed to water, e.g., from the interior side of a basement wall.

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