We have several small damp patches on our lounge wall,there are a couple of small spikes on the plasterwork. We have a sideboard in front of this patch which we have moved away slightly from wall. We have tried various products but after a while it returns. This is an internal wall. Our bungalow is 1930 and probably has no dpc. The marks however are halfway up the wall. Any advise would be gratefully received.

Assuming the wall is clean, dry, sound and all areas of existing dampness scraped, removed and treated prior to applciation, Britannia Damp Proof Paint could be applied, however it is difficult to offer a reassurance this wouldn't happen again, assuming no DPC is currently installed.

Hello Can I use this directly onto fresh plaster or would it first need a normal mist coat? Thanks

Assuming the bare fresh plaster is allowed to fully dry before use, it is clean, dry and sound this could be applied. It is recommend two coats to be applied, with the first coat thinned down by 5-10% with White Spirit to Prime and Seal, before a second undiluted coat to finish. This product can either be left as a finish or over-painted with a suitable topcoat for decorative purposes.

Can you wallpaper over after having applied this paint

While you can wallpaper over a previously painted area, with this product it will hinder the efficiency of the paint. As an alternative we can recommend Coo-Var Anti-Damp Paint , this can also have wall paper applied to it. This paint should control the speed in which the moisture is released through the wall, so it should stop wall paper peeling off.

Can this be used as an undercoat or sealing coat prior to covering with another bathroom topcoat paint?

This paint can be applied and left as a finish coat or overpainted.

Can I use this on a damp patch of plaster in my lounge? I have no leak and it is not rising damp. (Think it might be condensation but not sure). I am a DIY novice! Thank you.

Yes this product is suitable for application to walls to address residual surface moisture, this can also be over painted for decorative purposes. If the issue is caused by condensation, improving air flow will also be benifical.

Would this product be suitable for interior facing bricks which are below DPC (Garage). Due to differing ground levels the exterior of the bricks are below ground level and are damp / wet throughout winter months.

This is for combatting residual moisture on internal walls. Assuming the internal brickwork is bare, clean, dry, sound and prepared as detaield in the technical data sheet we can recommend Zinsser Watertite for this application.

I have plastic cladding over my wet rooms that have become stained. Can i use this to paint over and bring it back to being white and clean?

No, assuming the plastic is not exposed to direct water contact, it is clean, dry, sound and prepared as detailed in the technical data sheet we can recommend Zinsser Bulls eye 1-2-3 followed by Zinsser Perma-white interior . We would recommend testing for compatibility and adhesion on plastics prior to full application. This can be mixed to many RAL and BS colour options in a satin or matt finish. This is a scrubbable paint suitable for high humidity areas.

Hello, Would this be suitable for a concrete base shed floor? Cheers

No, this product is only for application to walls, assuming the concrete floor has no DPM it is clean, dry, sound and prepared as detailed in the technical data sheet we can recommend 402 Damp Proof Coating . This provides a surface damp proof membrane and can be used as a finish subject to traffic.

Britannia Damp Proof Paint

Reference DAMPPROOF

Brand Britannia

Search ID BRI4896

A damp proof paint that incorporates a water reactive agent to take care of residual surface moisture on interior walls.

Ready for use
Solvent based pliolite resin matt coating
Can also be used as a damp proofing primer/sealer prior to over-painting
Use on damp interior wall surfaces including brick, concrete, cement and plaster (not breeze blocks), either as a primer /sealer prior to overpainting or as a finish

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Britannia Damp Proof Paint incorporates a water reactive agent to take care of residual surface moisture on damp interior walls.

Ready for use on damp interior wall surfaces including brick, concrete, cement and plaster (not breeze blocks), either as a primer /sealer prior to overpainting or as a finish in its own right.

Please note, this does not remove the need to repair any structural faults which allow water to penetrate into the fabric of the wall.

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Features & Benefits

Ready for use
Solvent based pliolite resin matt coating
Especially formulated to deal with damp interior walls
Incorporates a water reactive agent
Can be left as a finish in its own right
Can also be used as a damp proofing primer/sealer prior to over-painting
Use on damp interior wall surfaces including brick, concrete, cement and plaster (not breeze blocks), either as a primer /sealer prior to overpainting or as a finish

Spreading Rate

Up to 4 Square metres per litre

It is important to ensure that this total film thickness is achieved - do not overspread.

Drying Time

Touch dry in 2-3 hours
Recoatable after 16-24 hours
Curing of the coating can be extended at lower temperatures

Shelf Life

Up to 2 years if stored correctly in an unopened container.

Preparation and Application

Stir well before use.
This paint should be applied preferably to unpainted masonry surfaces. however, if these have been previously painted remove as much of the old paint as possible by thorough scraping and wire brushing.
Avoid the inhalation of dust.
Wear a suitable face mask if dry sanding.
Treat any mould or lichen with Britannia’s Fungicidal Wash Solution before removing with a scraper or stiff brush, then treat again.
Special precautions should be taken during surface preparation of pre 1960s paint surfaces over wood and metal as they may contain harmful lead.

Cleaning

Remove as much as possible from application equipment before cleaning.
Clean equipment immediately after use with white spirit.

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Data sheet

Manufacturer: Britannia
Interior / Exterior Use: Interior Use
Water / Solvent Based: Solvent
For Use On: Brick, Concrete, Cement, Masonry
Application Method: Brush, Spray
Sheen: Matt
Colour: Standard / Ready Mixed
Single, Two or Three Pack: Single
Pack Size: 500ml
UN Number: UN1263
Base Type: Solvent-Based
Suitable For Use On: Brick-Walls
Suitable For Use On: Concrete-Walls
Suitable For Use On: Cement-Walls
Suitable For Use On: Plaster-Walls
Suitable For Use On: Masonry
Suitable For Use On: Concrete
Suitable For Use On: Brick
Suitable For Use On: Plaster
Suitable For Use On: Cement
Suitable For Use On: Masonry-Walls
Finish: Matt
Usages: Dampproofing
Product Usage Type: Primer & Sealer
Colour Family: Magnolia
Colour Family: White
Categorised As: Anti-Damp Paints
Product Focus: Mould & Damp Proof Paints
Seasonal: Cold Weather

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Keith Rivetto on 2024-05-30 14:59:42	Question: We have several small damp patches on our lounge wall,there are a couple of small spikes on the plasterwork. We have a sideboard in front of this patch which we have moved away slightly from wall. We have tried various products but after a while it returns. This is an internal wall. Our bungalow is 1930 and probably has no dpc. The marks however are halfway up the wall. Any advise would be gratefully received.
	Answer from Rawlins’ Technical Team: Assuming the wall is clean, dry, sound and all areas of existing dampness scraped, removed and treated prior to applciation, Britannia Damp Proof Paint could be applied, however it is difficult to offer a reassurance this wouldn't happen again, assuming no DPC is currently installed.

jane on 2023-11-20 14:48:25	Question: Hello Can I use this directly onto fresh plaster or would it first need a normal mist coat? Thanks
	Answer from Rawlins’ Technical Team: Assuming the bare fresh plaster is allowed to fully dry before use, it is clean, dry and sound this could be applied. It is recommend two coats to be applied, with the first coat thinned down by 5-10% with White Spirit to Prime and Seal, before a second undiluted coat to finish. This product can either be left as a finish or over-painted with a suitable topcoat for decorative purposes.

Dorothy Sinclair on 2021-11-27 15:52:14	Question: Can you wallpaper over after having applied this paint
	Answer from Rawlins’ Technical Team: While you can wallpaper over a previously painted area, with this product it will hinder the efficiency of the paint. As an alternative we can recommend Coo-Var Anti-Damp Paint, this can also have wall paper applied to it. This paint should control the speed in which the moisture is released through the wall, so it should stop wall paper peeling off.

Britannia Damp Proof Paint on 2021-10-18 13:24:59	Question: Can this be used as an undercoat or sealing coat prior to covering with another bathroom topcoat paint?
	Answer from Rawlins’ Technical Team: This paint can be applied and left as a finish coat or overpainted.

Denise Sanders on 2021-10-04 10:27:15	Question: Can I use this on a damp patch of plaster in my lounge? I have no leak and it is not rising damp. (Think it might be condensation but not sure). I am a DIY novice! Thank you.
	Answer from Rawlins’ Technical Team: Yes this product is suitable for application to walls to address residual surface moisture, this can also be over painted for decorative purposes. If the issue is caused by condensation, improving air flow will also be benifical.

D Heath on 2021-08-27 15:48:27	Question: Would this product be suitable for interior facing bricks which are below DPC (Garage). Due to differing ground levels the exterior of the bricks are below ground level and are damp / wet throughout winter months.
	Answer from Rawlins’ Technical Team: This is for combatting residual moisture on internal walls. Assuming the internal brickwork is bare, clean, dry, sound and prepared as detaield in the technical data sheet we can recommend Zinsser Watertite for this application.

Ali Sadrudin on 2021-07-08 17:58:12	Question: I have plastic cladding over my wet rooms that have become stained. Can i use this to paint over and bring it back to being white and clean?
	Answer from Rawlins’ Technical Team: No, assuming the plastic is not exposed to direct water contact, it is clean, dry, sound and prepared as detailed in the technical data sheet we can recommend Zinsser Bulls eye 1-2-3 followed by Zinsser Perma-white interior. We would recommend testing for compatibility and adhesion on plastics prior to full application. This can be mixed to many RAL and BS colour options in a satin or matt finish. This is a scrubbable paint suitable for high humidity areas.

Jamie Woodhead on 2021-06-28 18:33:25	Question: Hello, Would this be suitable for a concrete base shed floor? Cheers
	Answer from Rawlins’ Technical Team: No, this product is only for application to walls, assuming the concrete floor has no DPM it is clean, dry, sound and prepared as detailed in the technical data sheet we can recommend 402 Damp Proof Coating. This provides a surface damp proof membrane and can be used as a finish subject to traffic.

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