How does damp proofing cream work?

Damp proof cream works by preventing the process of water entering the home via rising up through the capillaries in brick and masonry surfaces (also known as rising damp). As the cream slowly diffuses it also releases a silane vapour which reacts with the silica in the masonry to form a water repellent resin.

What is remedial damp proofing?

A Damp Proofing system is a moisture control barrier that can be applied to walls, floors and the structure to prevent moisture from passing into the interior living spaces. Damp issues in buildings is extremely common in the UK and damp remedial treatment is one of the most common property care repairs.

What does dryzone damp proofing cream do for You?

Dryzone Damp-Proofing Cream is the original high performance injection cream, for the purpose of treating rising damp. It is the most rigorously tested and accredited remedial damp proofing treatment available on the market. Rising damp is the phenomenon where groundwater rises up through a wall via capillary action.

Which is the best damp proofing cream in the UK?

The patented Dryzone System now outsells our traditional chemical injection damp-proofing treatments and is the best-selling rising damp treatment on the UK market. Dryzone has a number advantages over conventional chemical injection damp-proofing systems for both the contractor and the householder:

How are holes drilled for DryZone damp proofing?

Holes are drilled in a wall, using a 12mm drill bit, along the first continuous mortar course that is at least 150mm above ground level. On a standard brick wall, these holes are drilled 90% into the width the wall at 120mm intervals. The Dryzone cream is introduced into the pre-drilled holes.

What’s the difference between DryZone and pressure injection?

Older pressure injection techniques for treating rising damp are time consuming, complicated and expensive. Dryzone Damp-Proofing Cream is the fast, clean and effective method of rising damp treatment. Dryzone Damp-Proofing Cream is a water-based silicone cream that spreads through, and bonds with, sand;cement mortar.