StormDry is a water-repellent cream used to protect masonry against penetrating damp and rain. Invisible once applied, this waterproofing treatment penetrates deeply into brick or stone creating a breathable barrier against water ingress.
Keeping the stone or brickwork dry with StormDry waterproofing cream effectively increases energy efficiency by up to 29%*, and thus saves money in the process. StormDry has an impressive expected lifespan of 20-30 years and can even be used over freshly pointed walls.
When used in conjunction with a cavity drain and pump system, StormDry reduces the amount of water able to pass through the masonry under storm and flood conditions, reducing the burden on the pump system and therefore the risk of "overload" or pump failure.
For more information on waterproofing treatments, damp remedies and flood protection systems, call our specialist team of damp proofing professionals on 01650 531 694, or visit http://www.conifer-property-services.co.uk/
*When applied to buildings of solid-wall construction. Research carried out by the University of Portsmouth. Data provided by Safeguard Europe Limited.
Tuesday 24 July 2012
Friday 16 March 2012
Insulative Properties of Damp Proofing Membrane
Did you know that, as well as creating a barrier of protection against damp, Oldroyd damp proofing membrane also provides a level of insulation?
This can help meet Building Regulations standards for insulation without compromising character or wall thickness. When the original plaster is removed, for example, and Oldroyd Xv cavity membrane installed with 15mm plasterboard applied, this gives a total wall thickness of 243mm compared with the original 233mm. If the air layer is unventilated there is a reduction in U-value from the previous 2.09 to 1.49 W/m2 K. There is a benefit from both the cavity membrane and the plasterboard.
(*information from Safeguard Europe Ltd)
Case study: Conifer Damp Proofing recently installed a membrane damp proof course at a commercial property near Aberystwyth, Ceredigion. Building Regulations had specified that the wall cavity must be insulated to a thickness of 100mm. Due to the reduction in U-value and increased energy efficiency provided by the Oldroyd membrane, the owners were able to reduce the insulation requirements by 50mm (values calculated by local Building Regs office), saving them a great deal of inconvenience and, of course, money!
Talk to Conifer today to find out how we can solve your damp problems and make life easier and healthier! Call 01650 531 694 or visit the website at http://www.conifer-property-services.co.uk/
This can help meet Building Regulations standards for insulation without compromising character or wall thickness. When the original plaster is removed, for example, and Oldroyd Xv cavity membrane installed with 15mm plasterboard applied, this gives a total wall thickness of 243mm compared with the original 233mm. If the air layer is unventilated there is a reduction in U-value from the previous 2.09 to 1.49 W/m2 K. There is a benefit from both the cavity membrane and the plasterboard.
(*information from Safeguard Europe Ltd)
Case study: Conifer Damp Proofing recently installed a membrane damp proof course at a commercial property near Aberystwyth, Ceredigion. Building Regulations had specified that the wall cavity must be insulated to a thickness of 100mm. Due to the reduction in U-value and increased energy efficiency provided by the Oldroyd membrane, the owners were able to reduce the insulation requirements by 50mm (values calculated by local Building Regs office), saving them a great deal of inconvenience and, of course, money!
Talk to Conifer today to find out how we can solve your damp problems and make life easier and healthier! Call 01650 531 694 or visit the website at http://www.conifer-property-services.co.uk/
Friday 2 March 2012
'Basment Conversions', Damp Horses and Cheeky Pensioners...
As it’s Friday afternoon we thought we’d share a light-hearted
look at some of the more humorous enquiries we’ve encountered over the years.
Recently we had a flurry of e-mails from suppliers offering
discounts on ‘basment conversion’ products. It reminded us of an enquiry we
received from someone who had mis-read one of our vans and thought we offered
‘damp ROOFING’.
A little further digging and we managed to find a few more
amusing slip-ups, so here are our top 5:
1. Typos: basment conversions, damproofing and membrain are
the most common!
2. “I have a severe problem with damp in my horse.” (Perhaps
a vet…?)
3. “I need someone to install a Jacuzzi spa bath, double
sink, double shower and WC, tile walls and floor (marble) and all electrics.
The room is 15ftx19ft approx. I am a pensioner and on a tight budget so would like someone
to do the work for £100 or less. (Yes, this was for real. Wish my ‘tight
budget’ allowed for huge marble luxury bathrooms, don’t you?)
4. “My husband fell through the loft and wrecked his Artex.”
(Ouch, sounds painful!)
5. “Ah, it says Damp Roofing on your van, can you come and
look at our roof please?” (Not sure why you’d want a DAMP roof – aren’t they
all damp in Wales and Shropshire anyway?)
Hope you have a great weekend, and remember if you need
assistance with damproofing (or even damp proofing) or your ‘basment’ needs
waterproofing, find us online at http://www.coniferbasements.co.uk/
or call 01650 531 694. (Probably best not call us with any wet horses though,
can’t really help with that.)
look at some of the more humorous enquiries we’ve encountered over the years.
Recently we had a flurry of e-mails from suppliers offering
discounts on ‘basment conversion’ products. It reminded us of an enquiry we
received from someone who had mis-read one of our vans and thought we offered
‘damp ROOFING’.
A little further digging and we managed to find a few more
amusing slip-ups, so here are our top 5:
1. Typos: basment conversions, damproofing and membrain are
the most common!
2. “I have a severe problem with damp in my horse.” (Perhaps
a vet…?)
3. “I need someone to install a Jacuzzi spa bath, double
sink, double shower and WC, tile walls and floor (marble) and all electrics.
The room is 15ftx19ft approx. I am a pensioner and on a tight budget so would like someone
to do the work for £100 or less. (Yes, this was for real. Wish my ‘tight
budget’ allowed for huge marble luxury bathrooms, don’t you?)
4. “My husband fell through the loft and wrecked his Artex.”
(Ouch, sounds painful!)
5. “Ah, it says Damp Roofing on your van, can you come and
look at our roof please?” (Not sure why you’d want a DAMP roof – aren’t they
all damp in Wales and Shropshire anyway?)
Hope you have a great weekend, and remember if you need
assistance with damproofing (or even damp proofing) or your ‘basment’ needs
waterproofing, find us online at http://www.coniferbasements.co.uk/
or call 01650 531 694. (Probably best not call us with any wet horses though,
can’t really help with that.)
Wednesday 8 February 2012
Have you considered a back-up pump?
Should you consider a second, back-up pump for your basement conversion?
In the event of a power failure coinciding with storm and flood conditions - which is not an uncommon event - it would be advisable to have a secondary battery-powered pump in place to prevent potential disaster.
After spending money to damp-proof and convert your basement or cellar, the last thing you would want is to have the finishings, furniture and contents damaged by flood.
We always recommend a sump and electric pump to continually take away water and moisture from underground spaces such as converted basements and cellars. An ideal precautionary measure is to install, at the same time, a secondary back-up pump as peace of mind that, should the power fail your belongings and living space are safe from risk of damage or destruction.
If you would like further advice on whether a back-up pump is necessary for your cellar conversion or basement project, we are always happy to offer guidance and suggestions. Call our expert damp proofing team on 01650 531 694 for friendly, specialist advice.
In the event of a power failure coinciding with storm and flood conditions - which is not an uncommon event - it would be advisable to have a secondary battery-powered pump in place to prevent potential disaster.
After spending money to damp-proof and convert your basement or cellar, the last thing you would want is to have the finishings, furniture and contents damaged by flood.
We always recommend a sump and electric pump to continually take away water and moisture from underground spaces such as converted basements and cellars. An ideal precautionary measure is to install, at the same time, a secondary back-up pump as peace of mind that, should the power fail your belongings and living space are safe from risk of damage or destruction.
If you would like further advice on whether a back-up pump is necessary for your cellar conversion or basement project, we are always happy to offer guidance and suggestions. Call our expert damp proofing team on 01650 531 694 for friendly, specialist advice.
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