The best facade cream depends on your requirements. For many customers, our PermaSEAL Facade Cream is the best. The cream consistency and high percentage of active ingredients means it’s a reliable waterproofer for most facades. For professionals that require the highest specification, you will want to opt for Microshield Ultra Masonry Waterproofing Cream. A Stormdry Gauge can be used to demonstrate the effectiveness of the treatment. The test should be carried out at least 28 days after applying Stormdry which allows the water absorption of the wall before and after treatment to be compared. NatWest, Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS) and Ulster Bank, which are all part of the NatWest Group, will now shut at least 172 of their bank branches in 2023 and 2024. Can be painted over with a specialist silicate-based masonry paint (such as Seciltek & Earthborn paints) once the Masonry Cream has sufficiently cured (7 days recommended). Surfaces treated with Microshield Ultra also benefit from improved thermal performance. Heat loss through “wet” walls is reduced, improving the indoor environment and saving valuable energy and money. Benefits of Microshield Ultra

It will leave behind a milky-white residue when wet. But once it dries, the color will clear away and blend into the wall naturally. Microshield Ultra should not be applied in cold conditions when rain is expected within 24 - 48 hours.Coverage rate– On our north-facing wall (on a 1980s house), Stormdry covered 4.3 metres per litre when we applied it by brush. Stormdry Cream goes on white then dries clear, allowing you to easily see where you’ve already applied for consistent coverage. Our PermaSEAL Facade Cream leaves an initial white coating, showing you exactly where you have applied it. This layer disappears approximately 60 minutes later. Preparing for facade cream application

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Any product that drastically reduces the breathability of the wall should be avoided, as moisture can become trapped in the wall and cause damp and mould. Stormdry claims their product is “breathable” but when we read the small print, we noticed that they claim it will reduce the wall’s breathability by around 10%. You may need to consider this if you live in a property that has had previous issues with condensation buildup, breathability or ventilation. ProPERLA Masonry Crème, Emperor Masonry Creme, and Climashield Masonry Protection Cream (from Smartseal) are some popular brands that can work as a good substitute for Stormdry. PermaSEAL Facade Cream is resistant to rain after just 2-4 hours. Curing and the development of the beading effect will take 2-6 weeks depending on the substrate and the drying conditions. Tests carried out using Stormdry at the University of Portsmouth and subsequent SAP analysis showed reductions in solid wall thermal conductivity when Stormdry was applied. This has been verified in an independent report carried out by environmental consultants, Giraffe Innovation. as well as waterproof masonry, our Facade Cream reduces heat lost through your walls by up to 28%. By helping insulate your home, you will reduce your energy usage, cutting bills and helping reduce your impact on the environment.

It mimics the lotus leaf by creating a super hydrophobic, self-cleaning surface. Dirt particles are unable to obtain a hold on ProPERLA treated surfaces and will simply flow off with rainfall. The creamy consistency means you don’t get run-off (like you often get with liquid-based masonry water repellents). This also means it can be applied overhead. Martin Lewis: What the Autumn Statement means for you – including wages, benefits, pensions, ISAs, housing, national insurance and more As Colour Flex Waterproof Paint cures in direct UV light, it is only suitable for use in outdoor areas. How to apply Colour Flex?We agree. Stormdry was very easy to apply and we found it wasn’t nearly as messy as we thought it would be. We’ve previously tested liquid-based wall sealers that dripped everywhere and in our opinion, this cream-based alternative is easier to apply. Claim 3: Low odour Autumn Statement: State pension confirmed to rise by 8.5% from April 2024 – while some benefits will go up by 6.7% You want to apply our Facade Cream on a day when rain isn’t forecast and temperatures are between 10 and 25 degrees celsius. They claim that the unique formula of Stormdry masonry cream allows it to bond with the masonry on a molecular level, without altering the appearance or texture of the wall. Smartseal Masonry Cream is environmentally friendly and will also protect against stains, pollution, graffiti and organic growth

Test a small, representative area to ensure the product is not repelled and also that the dry finished surface appearance is acceptable. Applying Microshield Ultra Water simply beads and runs off, and the material can maintain its natural moisture balance. The remarkable penetration of Microshield Ultra into the substrate guarantees exceptionally long-lasting and reliable protection from penetrating damp.BREATHABLE Allows masonry to breathe and dry naturally. Easy to Apply Penetrating Damp Treatment that maintains thermal properties of cavity wall insulation Ensure the substrate is clean and dry before application. Unwanted old coatings as well as algae and moss must be removed.