Building Materials & Insulation — Damp Proofing & Waterproofing (2026)

Pros

• Water-based, bitumen-free formula is easy to apply by brush or roller
• Fast 1-hour initial drying time between coats
• One of Amazon UK’s best-reviewed damp-proofing paints

Cons

• Covers only around 1m2 per litre, so bigger jobs need several tins

Pros

• Black finish is popular for below-ground and hidden waterproofing work
• Same fast-drying, bitumen-free formula as the white version
• Trusted brand with thousands of verified Amazon UK reviews

Cons

• Dark colour will need overpainting if the area stays visible

Pros

• Rubber-enriched bitumen emulsion forms a tough waterproof barrier
• Well-established trade brand widely used for floor and foundation DPM
• Larger 5L tin suits bigger below-ground and floor projects

Cons

• Strong bitumen odour while curing needs good ventilation

Pros

• BBA approved cementitious slurry resists up to a 6m head of water
• Suitable for basements, ponds, reservoirs and retaining walls
• Ready-to-mix bag needs no separate binder purchase

Cons

• Needs careful trowel or brush application in two coats for best results

Pros

• One coat permanently blocks damp stains showing through on walls and ceilings
• Touch dry in 2 hours and ready to paint or wallpaper over in 4
• Trusted mainstream brand widely stocked and well reviewed

Cons

• Treats the visible stain rather than the underlying source of the damp

Pros

• BBA approved DPM membrane widely used in UK building projects
• 300 micron / 1200 gauge polythene gives a robust moisture barrier
• Small 1m x 4m size suits patching and small floor or wall jobs

Cons

• Only covers a small area, so bigger floors need several rolls

Pros

• BBA approved DPM membrane manufactured in the UK since 1987
• 300 micron / 1200 gauge polythene resists tearing on site
• 3m x 4m size covers a small room floor in a single sheet

Cons

• Bulky roll needs flat, dry storage before it is laid

Pros

• 16m2 sheet covers a typical single-room concrete floor
• BBA approved and meets British Building Regulations for DPM
• Effective barrier against liquid and water vapour under a slab

Cons

• Needs taping at joins and upstands for a fully sealed installation

Pros

• 28m2 sheet suits extensions and larger single-storey floor areas
• Same BBA-approved 300 micron polythene as the smaller Yuzet rolls
• One of the most widely used DPM products in the UK building trade

Cons

• Large roll is heavy and awkward for one person to move and cut

Pros

• Instant waterproof bitumen seals leaks and cracks in a single coat
• Versatile across concrete, brick, asphalt, drainpipes and gutters
• Well reviewed with several hundred verified ratings

Cons

• Black finish is only suitable where the repair does not need to blend in visually

Pros

• Trusted Sika brand cementitious slurry for basements, cellars and retaining walls
• Adjustable consistency suits both trowel and brush application
• Rated for both interior and exterior waterproofing use

Cons

• Needs careful two-coat application for full waterproofing performance

Pros

• Narrow 100mm width suits cavity walls and smaller DPC repair jobs
• Recycled polyethylene membrane resists tearing during installation
• Trusted TIMCO brand with a strong recent sales and review track record

Cons

• Narrow width means wider walls need several rolls laid with overlaps

Pros

• 450mm width suits standard cavity wall DPC installation with less cutting
• Recycled polyethylene construction gives a durable moisture barrier
• Well-established TIMCO product line with strong recent order volume

Cons

• Limited number of reviews so far despite the strong early rating

Pros

• BBA-approved heavy-duty membrane for solid floors and sub-bases
• Amazon’s Choice listing with a strong recent rating
• Sold in a wide range of lengths so it is easy to size to the job

Cons

• Folded roll needs care unrolling flat without creasing on site

Pros

• Visqueen is one of the best-known names in UK damp proofing
• 300 micron black polythene gives a durable, tear-resistant barrier
• Handy 4m x 3m size suits smaller floor and sub-base areas

Cons

• Smaller sheet size means bigger rooms need multiple overlapping sheets

Pros

• 1200 gauge (300mu) polythene sheet suits floor and sub-base damp proofing
• Generous 6m x 4m size covers larger rooms and extensions in one piece
• Well-reviewed budget option for concrete floor DPM installs

Cons

• Needs taping at joins and edges for a fully sealed membrane

Pros

• Compact 2m x 4m size suits smaller floor, shed base and garden projects
• Heavy-duty 300mu black polythene resists tearing during laying
• Budget-friendly way to buy just the DPM area actually needed

Cons

• Smaller sheet size means more joins and taping on larger floor areas

Pros

• BBA-approved 1200 gauge (300mu) polythene meets recognised DPM standards
• Sold by length so it is easy to buy just the amount a job needs
• Heavy-duty gauge holds up well under screed and flooring

Cons

• Narrow 1m width means more overlaps and taping on wide floor areas

Pros

• 300 micron LDPE sheeting gives a strong anti-moisture layer under floors, screeds and slabs
• 5m width covers larger sub-floor areas with fewer joins
• Custom length options let buyers order the exact coverage they need

Cons

• Heavy roll needs at least two people to move and unroll safely

Pros

• BBA-approved DPC membrane meets BS 6515:1984 for damp proof courses
• 600mm width suits standard cavity wall damp course installation
• 30m roll length reduces the number of joins needed along a wall run

Cons

• Narrower widths of the same range suit different jobs, so measure before ordering

Pros

• Fast-drying, brush, roller or spray-applied damp-proof waterproofing membrane
• Suitable for masonry both above and below ground level
• Solvent-free, non-toxic formula is safer to use in occupied rooms

Cons

• 5L tin only comes in white, so darker or feature walls need a further coat of paint

Pros

• 5L tin covers a larger area in one go than the smaller 1L tins, cutting down reorders on bigger jobs
• Two-coat paintable system cures into a flexible, elastic membrane
• Brush, roller or spray application suits both walls and floors

Cons

• Black colour needs a further finish coat if the surface will stay visible