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We are pleased to announce the launch or Stormdry, a deeply penetrating masonry water-repellent supplied as a ready-for-use cream. Stormdry is the result of over three years research and development, resulting in a product that is: Easy to apply (time-saving one-coat application)Effective on a wide range of masonry substratesBreathable (does not block pores)Deeply-penetratingUV-resistantAlkali-resistant (suitable for application onto freshly pointed walls)…

One of the most recognisable features of Dryzone Damp-Proofing cream is its eco-friendly foil packaging. To date our decision to promote Dryzone in foil tubes rather than plastic cartridges has resulted in a saving of approximately 120,000 kg in packaging waste. From this month onwards, Dryzone will be supplied in printed foil cartridges (pictured) featuring the trademarked Dryzone logo. The…

December 2009 saw the introduction of the first update to BS 8102 “Code of practice for protection of below ground structures against water from the ground” since 1990. Given that this is the first update to the standard for almost twenty years, it is not surprising that the revised version of the standard contains a number of important changes.

9th January 2009 – Vandex have published a new brochure on the subject of waterproofing and protecting structures that come into direct contact with drinking water. Many products from the Vandex range are suitable for use in contact with drinking water and carry international approvals (e.g. DWI, WRAS, DVGW, KTW, and NSF). The new brochure outlines how these products can…

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Safeguard’s latest CPD seminar entitled “Dealing with Dampness” has been approved by RIBA. The seminar lasts approximately 40 minutes and covers the following subject areas: What is dampness? And why treat it?Types of dampness found in existing buildings (focusing on the most common – condensation, rain penetration, and rising damp)Tools and methods for diagnosing dampnessMethods of repair and treatment As…

Safeguard will be exhibiting at the National Homebuilding & Renovating Show at Birmingham’s NEC from the 10th – 13th of April 2008.

Safeguard Europe are pleased to have been accepted as a core member of the Construction Industry Research and Information Association.

Safeguard are pleased to announce the launch of an improved range of sump systems for basements.

Oldroyd’s new Foundations and Basements brochure is now available for download. The new brochure focuses on the use of externally-applied cavity drainage membranes as part of a dual-layer basement waterproofing system. The use of Oldroyd membranes beneath floor slabs to provide moisture protection is also covered. The following products are featured in the brochure: Oldroyd Xv BlackOldroyd XsOldroyd Gtx Range…

Vandex have produced a new “Joint Solutions” brochure to showcase their improved range of products for sealing construction joints. Key improvements include: Vandex Expaseal B Plus replaced by Vandex Expaseal. The new product benefits from a rain protection layer and the inclusion of a crystalline-active waterproofing additive.Vandex Uniflex can now be used as an adhesive for Vandex ExpasealVandex Uniflex NV…

Following successful exhibitions in 2005 and 2006 Safeguard are pleased to announce that we will be exhibiting at the 2007 National Homebuilding & Renovating Show at Birmingham’s NEC (22nd – 25th March). Once again our stand will form part of the Basement Information Centre plot. Our stand number is 1527E.