Stormdry Masonry
Protection Cream from Safeguard Europe – the UK’s leading specialist in damp-
and waterproofing, and masonry repair solutions – has been granted ‘verified’
status by the Energy Saving Trust (EST) in respect of its contribution to
improving the energy performance of buildings.
The Energy Saving
Trust’s verification scheme provides independent evaluation of performance for
energy-efficient products.
After considering
peer-reviewed scientific papers and the results of extensive long-term testing,
the EST awarded the prestigious recognition to Stormdry for its claims to
enhance thermal performance of masonry walls.
For instance,
according to tests conducted on solid wall constructions by the University of
Portsmouth, Stormdry treatment of masonry can provide energy savings of up to
29%. It does this by providing a high-level of water repellency, preventing
rain penetration of brickwork and keeping walls dry. Bricks have twice the
thermal resistance when dry than when wet, making them insulate more
effectively.
The EST arrived at
the following conclusions from its evidence review: dry masonry has a lower
thermal transmittance than wet; Stormdry Masonry Protection Cream reduces heat
loss through masonry while inhibiting the absorption of water into sandstone,
concrete, mortar and bricks – and that, after application, it allows for wet
bricks to dry out completely.
Crucial to the high
performance of Stormdry – and where it greatly exceeds that of inferior
competitive products – is the depth of penetration into masonry; and the
concentration of active ingredients in the formula.
The cream penetrates
far more deeply than other water repellents – up to 12mm in fletton bricks – so
that it can bridge cracks and better keep out moisture. With an active
ingredient level of 40% – compared to concentrations as low as 2.5% for some
competitors – Stormdry is not only far more effective at excluding moisture
from masonry; it also has a significantly longer life expectancy of up to 25
years.
The proof of its
longevity was seen in accelerated ageing tests conducted as part of its
certification by the British Board of Agrément (BBA). Other performance
criteria considered by the BBA included: water repellency, condensation risk,
freeze/ thaw resistance and UV resistance. The BBA also found that Stormdry
resists the uptake of water into masonry substrates, without increasing the
risk of condensation, while resisting both the effects of both freeze/thaw
cycling and UV light.
The product is
easily applied by either brush or roller and will cure colourlessly to match
the original wall within 12 hours.
Safeguard Europe
also provides comprehensive technical support and advice from its highly
qualified and experienced staff on Stormdry applications.
