- Newton Waterproofing Systems
Newton Waterproofing Sy is a UK market leader for damp proofing and structural waterproofing solutions, including basement waterproofing and pumping products. We offer an extensive product range to meet all waterproofing and damp proofing requirements and free technical advice from our experts who can design and modify technical drawings and guaranteed installation from our specialist contractors. - Proctor Group UK Ltd
Proctor Group UK provides a wide range of quality, innovative construction industry solutions. Our range of products includes acoustic floor & wall solutions, ground gas protection, thermal insulation, condensation control and timber cladding. This unique diversity gives us the ability to consider building holistically and develop systems that complement each other across a wide range of sectors. - Quadriga Concepts Ltd.
Provides restoration, structural repair and refurbishment services including timber restoration and presevation, structural repair and coatings, damp and waterproofing, bird deterrent and pest control, car park refurbishment and general refurbishment. - Twistfix Ltd
Twistfix supplies damp proof products that make damp proofing walls quick, easy and cost effective. Select from crack reinforcement ties, wall crack repair kits and cavity drain membranes for waterproofing walls in cellars and basements. Our wide range of products also includes damp proof cream, insulation fixings, mould removal products, timber treatments as well as sump pump equipment. - Triton Systems
Triton Chemicals supplies products designed for cellar waterproofing and other general waterproofing works in new build and existing properties. We also manufacture a range of chemical dampcourses and other remedial timber & masonry treatments for protection against and elimination of rising damp, dry rot, woodworm and other infestations. The company operates its own research & development centre.
Where to buy damp proof systems
- Delta Membrane Systems Ltd - Delta House, Merlin Way, North Weald, Epping, Essex, CM16 6HR, 01992 523 523
- Wykamol - Unit 3 Boran Court, Network 65 Business Park, Hapton, Burnley, Lancashire, BB11 5TH, 0845 4006666
- Tapco HomeDry.com - Tapco House, 12 Thorkhill Road, Thames Ditton, Surrey, KT7 0UE, 0800 195 9878
- Restoration UK Limited - Unit 3, 18 Hanford Way, Loughborough, Leicestershire, LE11 1LS, 01509 216323
- Biokil Crown Ltd - 7 & 8 Stadium Industrial Park, Springfield Avenue, Long Eaton, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG10 2DD, 0115 946 0060
- Rentokil - Rentokil House, Garland Road, East Grinstead, West Sussex, RH19 1DY, 01293 858000
- Pipelife Ireland Limited - P.O. Box 29, White's Cross, Cork, County Cork, 00 353 21 4884 700
What is the damp proofing system where the mortar beds are injected and is it effective?
There is a range of products based upon Silane / Siloxane / Silicon derivative creams and pastes. You might be referring to these, as other systems are based upon the injection of liquid directly into the brickwork.
There are a number of manufacturers or specialist installers supplying the creams and pastes. You’ll need to shop around for one with a proven track record and BBA certification.
Generally, the creams of this type are more effective than the pastes, as once injected into holes drilled into the mortar bed joints, better dispersion is achieved.
They say “Act in haste, repent at leisure”. So, do your homework or seek expert advice from an Architect or Surveyor involved in this type of work.
See: http://www.theconstructioncentre.co.uk/professionals/
Leigh Tugwood - Architect - www.ap-studio.co.uk
I have a stone building with a base of rubble filled 50cm thick lime mortor...will electro osmosis work as a damp proof system?
You don’t offer much detail concerning the wall construction; age, materials, solid, cavity etc...
The answer to your question lays in a careful analysis of the risk / cause of damp penetration into any individual building element. So I’d advise you get independent expert advice from an Architect or Surveyor involved in this type of work.
See: www.theconstructioncentre.co.uk/professionals/
Notwithstanding that last statement, electro osmosis as a system to control damp has been around for years. This method of damp proofing introduces a very tiny and low voltage electric charge in the wall above ground level via a series of titanium anodes inserted into the brick or stone.
Its effect is to repel the rising damp water molecules back down the walls and harmlessly into the ground (as long as the charge is maintained)...at least that is the theory.
The system has been used widely since the 1970’s. It’s particularly effective in difficult conditions such as rubble filled walls, stone walls and highly porous brickwork where a damp proof course cannot be inserted and where injected DPCs are less effective. That said its rare to get a guarantee for a system beyond 20 years which may influence your choice dependant upon whether you are intending to buy or sell.
Leigh Tugwood - Architect - www.ap-studio.co.uk