{"product_id":"speedsil-2000-concentrate-chemical-dpc-injection-fluid-5l-biokil-crown","title":"Speedsil 2000 (Concentrate) – Chemical DPC Injection Fluid (5L) - Biokil Crown","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpeedsil 2000 (Concentrate)\u003c\/strong\u003e is a high-performance injection fluid used to install a \u003cstrong\u003echemical damp proof course (DPC)\u003c\/strong\u003e in masonry. Suitable for \u003cstrong\u003eall types of pressure injection DPC work\u003c\/strong\u003e, it is a water-based system designed to deliver \u003cstrong\u003esolvent-based performance\u003c\/strong\u003e while remaining \u003cstrong\u003eodourless\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003enon-flammable\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003enon-staining\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater based with solvent performance\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOut performs siliconates and micros\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNon-corrosive to equipment\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiluted material stable for 6 months\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow alkalinity\u003c\/strong\u003e for safer working conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast cure\u003c\/strong\u003e to help prevent dissipation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNon-staining or salting\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOdourless and non-flammable\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTypical Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eInjecting a \u003cstrong\u003echemical DPC\u003c\/strong\u003e to help control \u003cstrong\u003erising damp\u003c\/strong\u003e in masonry walls.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePressure injection DPC work where an \u003cstrong\u003eaqueous (water-based) solution\u003c\/strong\u003e is preferred.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow It Works\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen mixed with water, Speedsil 2000 forms an aqueous solution designed for chemical DPC use. Based on a \u003cstrong\u003emulti-functional siloxane\u003c\/strong\u003e, it \u003cstrong\u003ecross-links after application\u003c\/strong\u003e to waterproof a wide range of masonry materials. It forms a true solution in water for \u003cstrong\u003emaximum penetration\u003c\/strong\u003e and works by \u003cstrong\u003elining the pores\/capillaries\u003c\/strong\u003e of the substrate to create a barrier against rising damp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePreparation \u0026amp; Application\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExternal prep:\u003c\/strong\u003e Remove porous\/damaged plinths and cut external rendering back above the proposed DPC line. Lower external ground levels where possible, and protect plants\/paths\/glass from spills (wipe up immediately).\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInternal prep:\u003c\/strong\u003e Remove skirtings (treat and reuse if sound). Remove plaster to at least \u003cstrong\u003e1m\u003c\/strong\u003e high or \u003cstrong\u003e300mm above\u003c\/strong\u003e the last evidence of damp\/salts (whichever is higher). Remove timber fixing grounds and rake out mortar beds \u003cstrong\u003e10–15mm\u003c\/strong\u003e ready for replastering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDrilling Guidance (Brickwork)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSelect the injection line \u003cstrong\u003enot less than 150mm above external ground level\u003c\/strong\u003e. Internally, aim as close as possible to floor level on solid floors; with suspended timber floors, inject below joists\/wall plates where possible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDrill \u003cstrong\u003etwo 10–14mm holes\u003c\/strong\u003e at a slight downward angle to approx \u003cstrong\u003e2\/3 depth\u003c\/strong\u003e of the brick (or through to terminate in a mortar bed where mortar joint injection is required).\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHole spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e do not exceed \u003cstrong\u003e170mm\u003c\/strong\u003e between holes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e115mm walls:\u003c\/strong\u003e drill from one side only.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e225mm walls:\u003c\/strong\u003e drill from each side, or drill ~75mm, inject, then drill a further ~100mm and inject again.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eInjection, Mixing \u0026amp; Finishing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWalls over 225mm:\u003c\/strong\u003e drill in a stepped manner (preferably from both sides). \u003cstrong\u003eCavity walls:\u003c\/strong\u003e treat each leaf as a separate wall. For very damp walls, consider \u003cstrong\u003etwo rows of holes\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInjection pressure:\u003c\/strong\u003e inject at low pressure \u003cstrong\u003e5–50 psi\u003c\/strong\u003e (vary to suit site conditions). Inject until fluid begins to be visible in mortar beds, ensuring sufficient fluid enters the wall.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMixing:\u003c\/strong\u003e clean the injection pump thoroughly before use. Always add \u003cstrong\u003eSpeedsil 2000 to the water\u003c\/strong\u003e. Dilute \u003cstrong\u003e1 part Speedsil 2000\u003c\/strong\u003e with \u003cstrong\u003e4 parts clean water\u003c\/strong\u003e (by volume). \u003cstrong\u003e5L\u003c\/strong\u003e concentrate makes \u003cstrong\u003e25L\u003c\/strong\u003e ready-to-use product.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinishing:\u003c\/strong\u003e plug external DPC holes with strong cement\/sand mortar or plastic plugs. Leave walls as long as possible before replastering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCoverage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoverage depends on masonry type and thickness. A useful rule of thumb is \u003cstrong\u003e2.5L of fluid per 1 metre\u003c\/strong\u003e of \u003cstrong\u003e230mm (9\")\u003c\/strong\u003e thick wall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAftercare (Replastering \u0026amp; Decoration)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReplastering must be carried out in accordance with the \u003cstrong\u003eBiokil Crown Replastering Specification\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAfter replastering, decorations should be regarded as \u003cstrong\u003etemporary for 9–12 months\u003c\/strong\u003e. Use a \u003cstrong\u003enon-vinyl based emulsion\u003c\/strong\u003e during this period and avoid vinyl paints and woodchip-type wallpapers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMaintain good \u003cstrong\u003eair circulation\u003c\/strong\u003e around damp-proofed, replastered walls.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCleaning\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eClean spills\/runs\/residue while wet using \u003cstrong\u003edetergent and water\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDried residue may require \u003cstrong\u003emethylated spirits\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAlways clean equipment immediately after use with detergent and water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eStorage \u0026amp; Shelf Life\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStore in \u003cstrong\u003edry conditions\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiluted\u003c\/strong\u003e material may be kept for \u003cstrong\u003e6 months\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUndiluted\u003c\/strong\u003e Speedsil 2000 may be stored for up to \u003cstrong\u003e2 years\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSafety\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRead the product label and MSDS before use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConcentrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e risk of serious eye damage — wear \u003cstrong\u003eeye\/face protection\u003c\/strong\u003e when diluting (diluted product is not classified).\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIf product contacts eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eKeep out of reach of children.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eProduct\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpeedsil 2000 (Concentrate)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eUse\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChemical DPC injection fluid for masonry\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePack sizes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5L (Code 107) \/ 25L (Code 116)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDilution\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 part Speedsil 2000 : 4 parts clean water (by volume)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eYield (guide)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5L concentrate makes 25L ready-to-use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eAppearance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClear to yellow liquid\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSolubility\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoluble in water\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSpecific gravity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.01\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlash point\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u0026gt; 67°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"DIY Refurb","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62002184421763,"sku":"BIO-107","price":40.32,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0222\/7290\/1216\/files\/Speedsil-2000-Conc-Pic.jpg?v=1784111631","url":"https:\/\/build4less.co.uk\/products\/speedsil-2000-concentrate-chemical-dpc-injection-fluid-5l-biokil-crown","provider":"Build4less","version":"1.0","type":"link"}