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The problems caused by replastering – and how to avoid them

|Date: 31 July, 2019

The problems caused by replastering – and how to avoid them

In the latest of its building defects series, Safeguard Europe looks at the problems that can arise when ...

In the latest of its building defects series, Safeguard Europe looks at the problems that can arise when inappropriate replastering systems are used on damp walls. One of the more overlooked aspects ...

31 July, 2019
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Biocidal paint products from Safeguard

|Date: 26 June, 2019

Biocidal paint products from Safeguard

Safeguard Europe offers a choice of products in its Dryzone range to deliver a high-quality decorative fi ...

Safeguard Europe offers a choice of products in its Dryzone range to deliver a high-quality decorative finish to mould-stained walls and other surfaces. The first is Dryzone System mould-resistant emu ...

26 June, 2019
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Stopping moisture ingress on wooden structures

|Date: 19 June, 2019

Stopping moisture ingress on wooden structures

In the latest of its building defects series, Safeguard Europe looks at the problems that arise when outd ...

In the latest of its building defects series, Safeguard Europe looks at the problems that arise when outdoor wood gets wet. Wood is a very versatile and attractive building material. It has a wide ran ...

19 June, 2019
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How to eradicate mould growth

|Date: 30 April, 2019

How to eradicate mould growth

In the latest of its series on building defects, Safeguard Europe looks at mould growth and the best ways ...

In the latest of its series on building defects, Safeguard Europe looks at mould growth and the best ways to eradicate it. Mould growth is an issue for many property owners. The notorious fungus can ...

30 April, 2019
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How to deal with damp in concrete floors

|Date: 25 March, 2019

How to deal with damp in concrete floors

Safeguard Europe reports on concrete floors, how they can be affected by damp – and the best way to tackl ...

Safeguard Europe reports on concrete floors, how they can be affected by damp – and the best way to tackle the problem. Walls are not the only element of a building that is susceptible to damp problem ...

25 March, 2019
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Stormdry cream available in ‘on the van’ option

|Date: 5 February, 2019

Stormdry cream available in ‘on the van’ option

Safeguard Europe is now offering its Stormdry Masonry Protection Cream in one-litre tubs. This provides a ...

Safeguard Europe is now offering its Stormdry Masonry Protection Cream in one-litre tubs. This provides a cost-effective solution for those dealing with localised rain ingress through masonry, and tra ...

5 February, 2019
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Safeguard damp-proofing solutions

|Date: 24 January, 2019

Safeguard damp-proofing solutions

If damp-proofing treatment is budget-priced, there’ll be a reason for it and householders will be paying ...

If damp-proofing treatment is budget-priced, there’ll be a reason for it and householders will be paying the price sooner than you might expect, says Jonathan Kirby, Development Chemist of Safeguard E ...

24 January, 2019
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Research shows not all DPC products prevent rising damp

|Date: 17 January, 2019

Research shows not all DPC products prevent rising damp

Homes throughout the UK may be at risk from rising damp despite being equipped with chemical damp-proof c ...

Homes throughout the UK may be at risk from rising damp despite being equipped with chemical damp-proof courses (DPCs), according to research from Safeguard Europe. Laboratory tests at its research an ...

17 January, 2019
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What can be done about cracking in masonry walls?

|Date: 4 January, 2019

What can be done about cracking in masonry walls?

In the latest of its building defects series, Safeguard Europe looks at cracking in masonry walls, and ho ...

In the latest of its building defects series, Safeguard Europe looks at cracking in masonry walls, and how it can be remedied. There is a wide range of reasons for cracks to appear in masonry walls. T ...

4 January, 2019
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When cavity wall insulation fails

|Date: 25 November, 2018

When cavity wall insulation fails

In the latest of its building defects series, Safeguard Europe looks at cavity wall insulation, the failu ...

In the latest of its building defects series, Safeguard Europe looks at cavity wall insulation, the failure of which wrecks the energy performance of a wall – and worse. With up to 35 per cent of heat ...

25 November, 2018
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