Penetrating Damp
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How Do I Deal With Penetrating Damp?

Newton 503 Mesh being installed
Penetrating damp creates damp walls and can cause a number of detrimental affects to internal finishes. It is always imperative to diagnose the cause of the dampness, for instance in a damp cellar it will usually be because the external ground levels are higher which means that earth bearing against the structure makes the wall damp. Above the ground buildings in exposed locations or that have porous building substrate can suffer from moisture penetration.
Newton Damp Proofing Systems are a range of High Density Polyethylene and Polypropylene membranes which are moulded into a stud formation. The damp proof membranes prevent any moisture and moisture vapour


John Newton & Company is the longest established independent specialist in damp proofing in the UK. Our damp proof membranes and ancillary products are used in all sorts of properties - from refurbishments to historic buildings, including the London Underground System and the Houses of Parliament. John Newton & Company is a family business, and we pride ourselves in offering the best service possible to our customers. We are also a market leader in basement waterproofing solutions. For our full range of basement waterproofing and damp proofing products please visit