MASONRY PROTECTION
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MASONRY PROTECTION COLCHESTER ESSEX
We use only colourless penetrating damp and masonry protection water-repellent that has been approved by the BBA. A masonry protection water repellent silicone cream for brick, stone, and concrete. Due to its formulation it is able to penetrate more deeply into masonry than standard liquid-applied brick sealer products and penetrating damp treatment solutions. It has also been proven to improve heat retention by up to 27% along with improved flood resistance.
The masonry protection is applied in one coat which delivers greatly improved water repellency. A truly great penetrating damp solution. It is this kind of assured performance and durability that has lead Stormdry® to be used by councils, trades people and homeowners alike. No other masonry water-repellent offers the same BBA approved performance.
Symptoms of Penetrating Damp
Older buildings, especially with solid walls, are more likely to suffer from penetrating damp. Be aware that the symptoms can often take weeks or months to appear. There are a number of symptoms to look out for when identifying penetrating damp such as localised dampness, plaster damage, wet rot, mould, moss and brick damage.
Stormdry® Cream has been shown to be effective on common masonry materials including clay bricks, various sandstones, sand-based mortars and dense concrete blocks. We can offer details of substrate compatibility and performance are available on request from our technical department.
A small proportion of masonry materials are unsuitable for treatment due to their particular surface chemistry. These include pure limestone and some types of lower density non facing concrete blocks which are generally used for internal wall construction. We are able to offer alternative treatments suitable for these materials. We would always try a test area first to determine suitability of the substrate.
We ca use gauges to demonstrate the effectiveness of the treatment. The test would be carried out at least 28 days after applying damp protection treatment which allows the water absorption of the wall before and after treatment to be compared.
Applied by either brush, roller or spray. We cover larger areas more quickly using roller application. Details such as around windows are best covered by brush. We take care to ensure that that the damp protection application does not splash onto glass, paintwork, patios, plants, etc. Any splashes would be cleaned away with warm soapy water to avoid staining.
The damp treatment appears white immediately after treatment, making it easy to tell which areas have been treated. After 15 –20 minutes from application the cream starts to penetrate into the masonry and the whiteness will fade over time. After 24 – 48 hours the wall will have returned to its original appearance, there may be some slight darkening which will fade over time. The masonry will generally be resistant to light rain after 2 – 4 hours. As the damp protection damp is formulated to penetrate deeply into masonry it can take up to two months for a noticeable “beading effect” to appear when rainfall strikes the wall.
TYPES OF DAMP
Rising damp is significantly different from other damp because it arises from the flooring toward the roof.
Penetrating damp appears on the wall in the form of spots on walls and ceiling where cracks are present and water penetrates inside of the wall from outside.
Condensation is a process in which water vapors are generated during the daily activity of water consumption at home. Your daily activities at home like cooking, washing, showering increase the humidity level of the atmosphere.
Flexible Work
We always try to work around your life and work schedule and are flexible in the days and times of the project.
Great Value
Value for money is as important to us as it is for our clients! We provide affordable services to everyone!