{"product_id":"vandex-injection-mortar-vim-20kg","title":"VANDEX Injection Mortar (VIM) 20kg","description":"\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"13n3dvp\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"79\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eVANDEX INJECTION MORTAR (VIM) Retroactive Damp Proof Course Injection Mortar\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"81\" data-end=\"553\"\u003eVANDEX INJECTION MORTAR (VIM) is a high-performance cementitious injection mortar designed to create a permanent retroactive damp proof course (DPC) in existing masonry walls. Formulated with Portland cement, graded quartz sand and active waterproofing chemicals, it reacts with moisture and naturally occurring salts within the masonry to form insoluble crystals that block capillaries, pores and fine cracks, preventing rising damp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"555\" data-end=\"1008\"\u003eSuitable for brick, stone, rubble-filled walls and historic masonry, VANDEX INJECTION MORTAR (VIM) is injected into pre-drilled holes where it expands its crystalline action beyond each injection point, creating a continuous moisture barrier throughout the wall. As well as forming a waterproof barrier, the mortar fills voids left by drilling, creating a solid plug for long-lasting protection against rising damp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"555\" data-end=\"1008\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0321\/5320\/6920\/files\/vandex-injection-mortar.png?v=1784551289\" alt=\"VANDEX Injection Mortar VIM\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"939trr\" data-start=\"1010\" data-end=\"1036\"\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1038\" data-end=\"1568\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"tbqqhj\" data-start=\"1038\" data-end=\"1089\"\u003eCreates a permanent retroactive damp proof course\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1wtvhyq\" data-start=\"1090\" data-end=\"1129\"\u003eStops rising damp in existing masonry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"qmkf9b\" data-start=\"1130\" data-end=\"1181\"\u003eSuitable for brick, stone and rubble-filled walls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"dltk43\" data-start=\"1182\" data-end=\"1220\"\u003eCrystalline waterproofing technology\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"mfzg40\" data-start=\"1221\" data-end=\"1263\"\u003eFills pores, capillaries and fine cracks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1s510d6\" data-start=\"1264\" data-end=\"1307\"\u003eReady-mixed cementitious injection mortar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"y7fil6\" data-start=\"1308\" data-end=\"1346\"\u003eForms a permanent waterproof barrier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1nwraz5\" data-start=\"1347\" data-end=\"1383\"\u003eAlso fills drilled injection holes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ywp86t\" data-start=\"1384\" data-end=\"1408\"\u003eEasy to mix and inject\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1vz9za2\" data-start=\"1409\" data-end=\"1459\"\u003eSuitable for refurbishment and heritage projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"oavkdz\" data-start=\"1460\" data-end=\"1517\"\u003eCan be applied using a grout pump or hand injection gun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"9aq1mg\" data-start=\"1518\" data-end=\"1568\"\u003eLong-lasting protection against moisture ingress\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"mu966k\" data-start=\"1570\" data-end=\"1585\"\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1587\" data-end=\"1851\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"19osnj2\" data-start=\"1587\" data-end=\"1625\"\u003eRetroactive damp proof courses (DPC)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"gfdkfw\" data-start=\"1626\" data-end=\"1649\"\u003eRising damp treatment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"igsr7g\" data-start=\"1650\" data-end=\"1663\"\u003eBrick walls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"5dm34e\" data-start=\"1664\" data-end=\"1677\"\u003eStone walls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"w3mpgc\" data-start=\"1678\" data-end=\"1698\"\u003eHistoric buildings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1citym7\" data-start=\"1699\" data-end=\"1716\"\u003eGranite masonry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"164xjq8\" data-start=\"1717\" data-end=\"1738\"\u003eRubble-filled walls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"16bprax\" data-start=\"1739\" data-end=\"1761\"\u003eHeritage restoration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ubag4b\" data-start=\"1762\" data-end=\"1786\"\u003eBasement refurbishment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"a3bv9o\" data-start=\"1787\" data-end=\"1810\"\u003eMasonry waterproofing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"9xnda7\" data-start=\"1811\" data-end=\"1829\"\u003eDamp remediation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1auzndv\" data-start=\"1830\" data-end=\"1851\"\u003eBuilding renovation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1uhri7u\" data-start=\"1853\" data-end=\"1877\"\u003eTechnical Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1879\" data-end=\"2373\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"7l0bz8\" data-start=\"1879\" data-end=\"1936\"\u003eProduct Type: Cementitious crystalline injection mortar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1dfy2cn\" data-start=\"1937\" data-end=\"1958\"\u003eColour: Cement Grey\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"9ta3pb\" data-start=\"1959\" data-end=\"1973\"\u003eForm: Powder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1jlfxmo\" data-start=\"1974\" data-end=\"1991\"\u003ePack Size: 20kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"op4dy2\" data-start=\"1992\" data-end=\"2036\"\u003eWater Addition: 9.5–11 litres per 20kg bag\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ad6oab\" data-start=\"2037\" data-end=\"2063\"\u003eMixing Time: 3–5 minutes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1dv3p22\" data-start=\"2064\" data-end=\"2104\"\u003eWorking Time: Approximately 15 minutes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1r3hm5c\" data-start=\"2105\" data-end=\"2139\"\u003eSetting Time: Approx. 60 minutes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"a7kcw\" data-start=\"2140\" data-end=\"2171\"\u003eBulk Density: Approx. 1.0kg\/L\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"3g6hrz\" data-start=\"2172\" data-end=\"2211\"\u003eMinimum Application Temperature: +5°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"twe4pi\" data-start=\"2212\" data-end=\"2257\"\u003eShelf Life: 12 months in unopened packaging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1a24b37\" data-start=\"2258\" data-end=\"2373\"\u003eApplication Equipment: Hand caulking gun, grout pump or gravity feed system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1r8frcv\" data-start=\"2375\" data-end=\"2404\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2406\" data-end=\"2457\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2406\" data-end=\"2457\"\u003eWhat is VANDEX INJECTION MORTAR (VIM) used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2459\" data-end=\"2604\"\u003eIt is used to install a retroactive damp proof course in existing masonry by preventing rising damp through crystalline waterproofing technology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2606\" data-end=\"2640\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2606\" data-end=\"2640\"\u003eCan it be used in stone walls?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2642\" data-end=\"2732\"\u003eYes. It is suitable for brickwork, natural stone, granite and rubble-filled masonry walls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2734\" data-end=\"2767\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2734\" data-end=\"2767\"\u003eHow does it stop rising damp?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2769\" data-end=\"2898\"\u003eThe active chemicals react with moisture and salts within the masonry to form crystals that block water pathways inside the wall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2900\" data-end=\"2933\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2900\" data-end=\"2933\"\u003eHow is the product installed?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2935\" data-end=\"3082\"\u003eHoles are drilled along the desired damp proof course line before the mixed mortar is injected using a hand gun, grout pump or gravity feed system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3084\" data-end=\"3125\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3084\" data-end=\"3125\"\u003eCan it be used in heritage buildings?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3127\" data-end=\"3253\"\u003eYes. It is ideal for refurbishment and restoration projects where a new physical damp proof course cannot easily be installed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3158\" data-end=\"3285\"\u003eDownloads\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3158\" data-end=\"3285\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0321\/5320\/6920\/files\/e-ds-vandex-injection-mortar-vim.pdf?v=1784551317\" title=\"Vandex Injection Mortar 20kg Data Sheet\"\u003eData Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3158\" data-end=\"3285\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0321\/5320\/6920\/files\/en_sds_vandex_injection_mortar_vim_clp-2-_5.pdf?v=1784551314\" title=\"Vandex Injection Mortar 20kg Safety Sheet\"\u003eSafety Data Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"81\" data-start=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e","brand":"Vandex","offers":[{"title":"20kg","offer_id":57312820986231,"sku":"VANDEXINJECTIONMORTAR20","price":53.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0321\/5320\/6920\/files\/vandex-injection-mortar.png?v=1784551289","url":"https:\/\/clevershieldcoatings.co.uk\/products\/vandex-injection-mortar-vim-20kg","provider":"Clever Shield - Asset Protection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}