The recently introduced Homes (Fitness for Human Habitation) Act 2018 – which came into force in March – potentially heralds a significant increase in tenant complaints against landlords whose properties fail to live up to ‘fitness’ standards according to new research from YouGov. The findings of the YouGov poll, commissioned by damp-proofing experts Safeguard Europe, show that, in … [Read more...]
Drywall vs Plaster
There are many factors to consider when deciding whether to use plaster or drywall on a project. It’s important to understand the difference between the two methods and the skills required before making your decision. The property type, budget and time constraints plus the desired outcome will all affect your decision when choosing drywall or plaster. Plastering is a tried and tested method … [Read more...]
Safeguard welcomes new law to ensure rented homes are habitable
March 20th 2019 saw the Homes (Fitness for Human Habitation) Act 2018 become law. The act forces private landlords to ensure their properties are fit for people to live in, addressing issues including repairs, freedom from damp and ventilation. Hudson Lambert, managing director of Safeguard Europe – the UK’s leading specialist in damp-proofing and waterproofing technology … [Read more...]
Safeguard’s Dryzone Fast-Set Plaster is no slouch
For small masonry patches or the dubbing out of uneven walls, Safeguard Europe – the UK’s leading specialist in damp-proofing and waterproofing technology – has introduced Dryzone Fast-Set Plaster, a renovation plaster that facilitates the rapid repair of treated damp walls owing to its setting time of only two hours. The plaster is used as part of the Dryzone System for replastering after … [Read more...]
Knauf Airless Finish Wows At New Sir Robert Ogden Cancer Centre
Knauf Airless Finish, part of the Knauf Ready mixed Finishes range (RMF) was specified on a project led by construction giant Interserve to build a new care centre for Macmillan Cancer Support and South Tees Hospital NHS Foundation Trust in Northallerton, Yorkshire. For such a well-known client, it was important to design the building with the end user in mind – in this case it would have to be … [Read more...]
Safeguard Fights Flooding In Cumbria
A raft of products from Safeguard Europe – the UK’s leading specialist in damp-proofing and waterproofing technology – helped to restore a community centre in the Cumbrian village of Botcherby after damage caused by Storm Desmond. The centre’s kitchen, vital to many of its groups and activities, had been out of use for two years. Specialist contractor RTC Preservation installed Safeguard … [Read more...]
Safeguard’s Stormdry Now In 1 Litre Handy Pack
Safeguard Europe – the UK’s leading specialist in damp-proofing and waterproofing technology – is now offering its market-leading Stormdry Masonry Protection Cream in handy one litre tubs; providing a cost-effective solution for those dealing with localised rain ingress through masonry, and tradespeople wanting a convenient ‘on the van’ option for when needed. Stormdry Masonry … [Read more...]
PLASTERING STUDENTS TO BENEFIT FROM NATIONAL PARTNERSHIP
The skills of over 30 plastering students from Northumberland College are benefitting from a national partnership with one of the UK’s leading providers of manufacturing materials. The Level 1, 2 and 3 Diploma in Plastering students, aged between 16 to 19 are gaining real working experience in using a range of industry materials and products donated by British Gypsum. Northumberland College … [Read more...]
Safeguard Research Shows Homes At Risk Despite Damp Treatment
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 – the UK’s leading specialist in damp-proofing and waterproofing technology. Laboratory tests at its research and development laboratory have proven that DPC creams with low concentrations of silicone will ultimately … [Read more...]
DeWalt Battery Plaster Mixer – Long Term Review
I was sent a DeWalt cordless plaster mixer a long time ago for me to do a review on. However, I decided I was not going to do the usual review where you use it once then give a verdict. I wanted to do a long-term review; so it would give you guys a better understanding of what the DeWalt cordless mixer is really like. I have been pretty busy with plastering lately as there seems to be a shortage … [Read more...]
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