Where walls are known to be excessively contaminated with hygroscopic salts (e.g. old barns, old kitchens, chimney flues, stables) then consideration should be given to tanking the walls using Vandex BB75 tanking slurry prior to replastering as added protection for the decorative surface. Alternatively the use of the Dryzone Express Replastering System should be considered.Where masonry is unstable, this must…

They can be carried out for many different reasons; to ensure the longevity of the building or structure, to reduce the long-term operating costs of heating and cooling, or to reduce the level of CO2 emissions as a result of heating and cooling. Government efforts to deal with climate change over the past few decades have made CO2 emissions a…

The first thought that comes into most people’s minds is to take measures to prevent flood water from entering the property – e.g. flood doors, air-brick seals, waterproof coatings. This is known as “flood resistance” and is a practical flood protection measure for many properties. However, flood resistance cannot be relied on in all situations. For example, in some cases…

Before damp-proofing work on a building can begin, damp surveys have to be undertaken in order to find the correct source of dampness.

Find out how we helped dry out this 18th century Grade II listed mill house renovation in the New Forest

Many people treat condensation and penetrating damp as separate problems. In reality, they often interact with each other to worsen the overall problem. Recognising double-moisture pressure is key to diagnosing damp correctly and preventing mould, building damage and unhealthy living conditions.

Mortar samples were obtained from houses in the UK with rising damp. This paper aims to evaluate the mortars' influence on rising damp.

When it comes to protecting outdoor decks, furniture, and fencing, decking oils are a popular choice.It's important to understand the advantages and disadvantages of using wood oils to make an informed decision for your outdoor wooden structures. Decking oils soak deeply into wood to replace natural oils lost in the weathering process. Keep in mind that wood oils are not…