ELASTO DampTreat

What is Rising Damp? 

Rising damp in buildings may be defined as the upwards flow of moisture through a permeable wall structure, the moisture being derived from groundwater. The moisture rises through the pores (capillaries) in the masonry by a process loosely termed ‘capillarity’, which causes the masonry to act like a wick.

Undesirable eefects of rising dampness in walls include

• Decorative spoiling

• Decreased insulation properties of the wall

• Destruction of building fabric

• Negative effects

• Pungent smell and bad odour

How to fix Rising Damp?

The common method used to fix rising damp is to install a new damp-course by cutting the walls or pressure injecting or gravity feeding water repellent materials (eg. silicones) into the walls. The methods are expensive and complicated and may only be properly conducted by professional contractors.

ELASTIC DAMPTREAT

DampTreat is a simple and economic alternative. It is an innovative silane/siloxane cream formulated as a water based cream containing 80% active silicone that can effectively form a permanent silicone damp course within the masonry walls and surfaces.

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FEATURES OF DAMPTREAT

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• Environmentally friendly water-based formulation

• Zero VOC

• Equal or better performance than pressure damp course injection

• Quick and easy DIY damp proof course application

• Odourless solution and minimal staining

• Effective in a wide range of substrates

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