{"product_id":"wykamol-cm-plaster-plugs-with-seals-mesh-membrane-fixing","title":"Wykamol CM Plaster Membrane Plugs With Seals","description":"\u003cp\u003eWykamol CM Plaster Plugs With Seals are 8mm diameter x 60mm long fixing plugs designed for securing Wykamol meshed damp proof membranes to internal masonry walls in \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eabove-ground damp proofing applications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey provide a strong mechanical hold while the membrane is installed ready for plaster, render or dot and dab plasterboard finishes. Each plug is supplied with a shaped rubber sealing washer that beds tightly into the membrane to help create an effective damp proof seal around the fixing point, making them well suited to applications where the risk of damp tracking through the fixing is greater.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for Wykamol meshed membranes such as \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.platinumchemicals.co.uk\/products\/wykamol-cm3-mesh-membrane\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWykamol CM3 Mesh\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.platinumchemicals.co.uk\/products\/wykamol-cm8-mesh-membrane\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWykamol CM8 Mesh\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, 16 plugs per m² are recommended for direct plastering or rendering, while 10 plugs per m² is normally sufficient for dot and dab plasterboard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Features of Wykamol CM Plaster Membrane Plugs With Seals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Specialist 8mm x 60mm fixing plugs designed to secure Wykamol meshed damp proof membranes to internal walls.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✔️ Shaped rubber sealing washer beds tightly into the membrane to reduce damp tracking through the fixing point.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✔️ Recommended at 16 plugs per m² for direct plastering or 10 per m² for dot and dab.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✔️ Suitable for sound masonry using an \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.platinumchemicals.co.uk\/products\/sds-drill-bit-8mm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e8mm SDS bit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e or softer brickwork using a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.platinumchemicals.co.uk\/products\/sds-drill-bit-7mm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e7mm SDS bit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✔️ Specifically designed for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.platinumchemicals.co.uk\/products\/wykamol-cm3-mesh-membrane\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWykamol CM3 Mesh\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.platinumchemicals.co.uk\/products\/wykamol-cm8-mesh-membrane\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eCM8 Mesh\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003emembranes in above-ground damp proofing applications.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(88, 88, 88);\"\u003eSealed Plaster Plugs For Securing Wykamol Meshed Damp Proof Membranes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWykamol CM Plaster Plugs With Seals are specialist membrane fixing plugs used within the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.platinumchemicals.co.uk\/collections\/wykamol-damp-proof-membrane-cm3\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eWykamol Damp Proof Membrane\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003erange, designed specifically for securing meshed damp proofing membranes firmly to internal walls before finishing work begins. Their primary role is to hold the membrane tightly against the substrate so that the meshed face remains stable and ready to receive plaster, render or dot and dab plasterboard. A secure and consistent fixing pattern is genuinely important with meshed damp proof membranes, as insufficient fixings can allow the membrane to drum, flex or move beneath the applied finish, which can affect both the immediate appearance and the long-term stability and durability of the completed internal wall surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(88, 88, 88);\"\u003ePrecision Sized 8mm Plug With Enhanced Rubber Sealing Washer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach plug measures 8mm in diameter by 60mm in length and is designed for installation through the meshed membrane and directly into the wall substrate beneath. An \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.platinumchemicals.co.uk\/products\/sds-drill-bit-8mm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e8mm SDS drill bit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e is normally used on sound masonry substrates, though in softer brickwork such as soft Victorian brick, handmade clay brick or older lime-built masonry, a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.platinumchemicals.co.uk\/products\/sds-drill-bit-7mm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e7mm SDS drill bit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e may be required to achieve a tighter fit and improve plug retention within the weaker background. Once installed, the plug anchors the membrane securely against the wall, while the fitted rubber sealing washer beds carefully into the membrane face. This washer has been shaped to form a tighter seal than many standard sealing washers, helping reduce the risk of damp tracking through the fixing point in higher-risk damp conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(88, 88, 88);\"\u003eDesigned Exclusively For Wykamol Meshed Membranes In Damp Proofing Applications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWykamol CM Plaster Plugs With Seals are intended specifically for use with Wykamol meshed membranes such as \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.platinumchemicals.co.uk\/products\/wykamol-cm3-mesh-membrane\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWykamol CM3 Mesh\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.platinumchemicals.co.uk\/products\/wykamol-cm8-mesh-membrane\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWykamol CM8 Mesh\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, which isolate the internal finish from dampness and salt contamination within the wall while providing a mesh face that keys into plaster, render or suitable board adhesive. These plugs are \u003cstrong\u003eNOT\u003c\/strong\u003e generally recommended for use with non-meshed membranes such as \u003cstrong\u003eWykamol CM8\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eWykamol CM3 \u003c\/strong\u003ewhich require fixings with a fixing point. Unlike \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.platinumchemicals.co.uk\/products\/wykamol-cm-brick-plugs-and-seals-cavity-drain-membrane-fixing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWykamol CM Brick Plugs With Seals\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, they do not include a central fixing point for screws, making them unsuitable for attaching battens, dry-lining frames or secondary support systems. Where such secondary fixings are required, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.platinumchemicals.co.uk\/products\/wykamol-cm-brick-plugs-and-seals-cavity-drain-membrane-fixing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWykamol CM Brick Plugs With Seals\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e are the more appropriate specification choice.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .pc-wykamol-cm-plaster-plugs-seals-table-wrap {\n    width: 100%;\n    max-width: 100%;\n    overflow-x: auto;\n    -webkit-overflow-scrolling: touch;\n    margin: 24px 0;\n  }\n\n  .pc-wykamol-cm-plaster-plugs-seals-table {\n    width: 100%;\n    min-width: 620px;\n    table-layout: fixed;\n    border-collapse: collapse;\n    font-family: inherit;\n    font-size: 16px;\n    line-height: 1.25;\n    color: #111;\n    background: #fff;\n  }\n\n  .pc-wykamol-cm-plaster-plugs-seals-table col:nth-child(1) { width: 38%; }\n  .pc-wykamol-cm-plaster-plugs-seals-table col:nth-child(2) { 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.pc-wykamol-cm-plaster-plugs-seals-table .pc-spec-cell {\n    font-weight: 700;\n  }\n\n  @media screen and (max-width: 767px) {\n    .pc-wykamol-cm-plaster-plugs-seals-table {\n      font-size: 14px;\n      min-width: 600px;\n    }\n\n    .pc-wykamol-cm-plaster-plugs-seals-table th,\n    .pc-wykamol-cm-plaster-plugs-seals-table td {\n      padding: 7px 9px;\n      border-width: 4px;\n    }\n\n    .pc-wykamol-cm-plaster-plugs-seals-table .pc-main-title th {\n      font-size: 24px;\n      padding: 10px 8px;\n    }\n\n    .pc-wykamol-cm-plaster-plugs-seals-table .pc-column-head th {\n      font-size: 15px;\n      padding: 9px;\n    }\n  }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pc-wykamol-cm-plaster-plugs-seals-table-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"pc-wykamol-cm-plaster-plugs-seals-table\" aria-label=\"Wykamol CM Plaster Plugs With Seals Technical Information\"\u003e\n\u003ccolgroup\u003e \u003ccol\u003e \u003ccol\u003e \u003c\/colgroup\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"pc-main-title\"\u003e\n\u003cth colspan=\"2\"\u003eTechnical Information\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"pc-column-head\"\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"pc-data-row\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"pc-spec-cell\"\u003ePlug Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8mm x 60mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"pc-data-row pc-grey\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"pc-spec-cell\"\u003ePack Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"pc-data-row\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"pc-spec-cell\"\u003eStandard Drill Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8mm SDS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"pc-data-row pc-grey\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"pc-spec-cell\"\u003eSoft Masonry Drill Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7mm SDS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"pc-data-row\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"pc-spec-cell\"\u003ePlugs Per m²\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16\/m² direct, 10\/m² dot and dab\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"pc-data-row pc-grey\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"pc-spec-cell\"\u003eFixing Method\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHammer driven\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"pc-data-row\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"pc-spec-cell\"\u003eSeal Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShaped rubber washer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"pc-data-row pc-grey\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"pc-spec-cell\"\u003eSeal Function\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBeds into membrane\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"pc-data-row\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"pc-spec-cell\"\u003eMain Use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMeshed membrane fixing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"pc-data-row pc-grey\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"pc-spec-cell\"\u003eSuitable Membranes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCM3 Mesh, CM8 Mesh\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"pc-data-row\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"pc-spec-cell\"\u003eMembrane Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMeshed membranes only\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"pc-data-row pc-grey\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"pc-spec-cell\"\u003eApplication Area\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAbove-ground damp proofing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"pc-data-row\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"pc-spec-cell\"\u003eFinish Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlaster, render, plasterboard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"pc-data-row pc-grey\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"pc-spec-cell\"\u003eSuitable Substrates\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInternal masonry walls\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"pc-data-row\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"pc-spec-cell\"\u003eSecondary Fixings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot for screws or battens\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecialist Fixing for Meshed Membranes: \u003c\/strong\u003eWykamol CM Plaster Plugs With Seals have been designed specifically for fixing Wykamol meshed damp proof membranes to internal walls, helping keep the membrane stable before plaster, render or dot and dab finishes are applied.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated Sealing Washer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each plug includes a shaped rubber sealing washer that beds tightly into the membrane surface, helping create a damp proof seal around the fixing point in situations where moisture tracking may be a concern.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for Higher Risk Damp Conditions: \u003c\/strong\u003eThe sealed design is genuinely useful in situations where the wall is more damp, salt affected or at greater risk of moisture movement through fixing points, helping protect the internal finish from damp transfer.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e8mm x 60mm Plug Size: \u003c\/strong\u003eThe 8mm diameter x 60mm plug provides a practical fixing size for internal damp proofing work, giving suitable anchorage into masonry when the correct drill size is used.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesigned for Wykamol CM3 Mesh and CM8 Mesh: \u003c\/strong\u003eThese plugs are well suited to fixing \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.platinumchemicals.co.uk\/products\/wykamol-cm3-mesh-membrane\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWykamol CM3 Mesh\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.platinumchemicals.co.uk\/products\/wykamol-cm8-mesh-membrane\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eWykamol CM8 Mesh\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003emembranes, making them the correct fixing option for Wykamol meshed damp proof membrane applications.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupports Direct Plastering: \u003c\/strong\u003eWhen installed at 16 plugs per m², the plugs help hold the membrane firmly against the wall, supporting a stable meshed surface before direct plastering takes place.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupports Direct Rendering: \u003c\/strong\u003eThe fixing density helps restrain the membrane before render is applied, reducing the risk of movement behind the render build-up and helping support a more stable finished surface.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for Dot and Dab Plasterboard: \u003c\/strong\u003eFor dot and dab plasterboard applications, 10 plugs per m² is normally sufficient to hold the membrane securely against the wall before plasterboard adhesive and boards are applied.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHelps Separate Finishes from Damp Walls: \u003c\/strong\u003eBy securing the meshed membrane correctly, the plugs help maintain a physical separation between damp or salt-contaminated masonry and the new internal finish.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUseful in Internal Refurbishment Work: \u003c\/strong\u003eThe plugs are well suited to damp wall renovation projects where existing masonry needs a membrane-based damp proofing system before new plaster, render or plasterboard is installed.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBetter Fit in Softer Masonry When Required: \u003c\/strong\u003eAlthough an \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.platinumchemicals.co.uk\/products\/sds-drill-bit-8mm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e8mm SDS drill bit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e is normally used, a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.platinumchemicals.co.uk\/products\/sds-drill-bit-7mm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e7mm SDS drill bit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e may provide a tighter fixing in softer brick substrates such as old handmade brick or softer Victorian brickwork.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCorrect Fixing Choice Where a Seal is Needed: \u003c\/strong\u003eWhere the fixing point needs additional damp resistance, the sealed version is more suitable than \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.platinumchemicals.co.uk\/products\/wykamol-plaster-plugs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWykamol CM Plaster Plugs Without Seals\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTypical Applications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWykamol CM3 Mesh Membrane Fixing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wykamol CM Plaster Plugs With Seals are well suited to securing \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.platinumchemicals.co.uk\/products\/wykamol-cm3-mesh-membrane\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWykamol CM3 Mesh\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e to internal masonry walls before plaster, render or dot and dab plasterboard finishes are applied.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWykamol CM8 Mesh Membrane Fixing: \u003c\/strong\u003eThese plugs are suitable for fixing \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.platinumchemicals.co.uk\/products\/wykamol-cm8-mesh-membrane\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWykamol CM8 Mesh\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, in situations where a meshed damp proofing membrane needs to be restrained tightly against the wall.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInternal Above-Ground Damp Proofing:\u003c\/strong\u003e The main application is above-ground internal damp proofing, where the membrane separates the new wall finish from dampness held within the existing structure.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDirect Plastering Over Membrane:\u003c\/strong\u003e Used at approximately 16 plugs per m², the plugs help secure the meshed membrane firmly enough for plaster to be applied directly to the mesh face.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDirect Rendering Over Membrane: \u003c\/strong\u003eWell suited to render applications where the membrane must be held tightly and evenly against the wall before the render system is applied.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDot and Dab Plasterboard Installation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Used at approximately 10 plugs per m², the plugs help hold the membrane in place before plasterboard is applied using dot and dab adhesive.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDamp Wall Refurbishment: \u003c\/strong\u003eWell suited to renovation work where internal walls are affected by damp, moisture staining or residual salts, and where a membrane system is required before new finishes are installed.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSalt-Contaminated Masonry: \u003c\/strong\u003eThe plugs help secure meshed membrane systems used to isolate new plaster or render from salt-contaminated walls, reducing the risk of staining and finish deterioration.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHigher Risk Damp Wall Areas:\u003c\/strong\u003e The sealed washer design makes the plugs well suited to situations where additional protection is needed around the fixing point, to help reduce damp tracking.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDomestic and Commercial Damp Proofing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well suited to damp proofing contractors, plasterers, builders and refurbishment specialists working on houses, basements above ground level, commercial interiors and older properties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eFAQ's\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ) What are Wykamol CM Plaster Plugs With Seals and what are they designed for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA) Wykamol CM Plaster Plugs With Seals are 8mm diameter x 60mm long fixing plugs designed for securing Wykamol meshed damp proof membranes to internal masonry walls in above-ground damp proofing applications. They provide a strong mechanical hold while the membrane is installed ready for plaster, render or dot and dab plasterboard finishes. Each plug is supplied with a shaped rubber sealing washer that beds tightly into the membrane to help create an effective damp proof seal around the fixing point, making them well suited to applications where the risk of damp tracking through the fixing is greater. Designed for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.platinumchemicals.co.uk\/products\/wykamol-cm3-mesh-membrane\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWykamol CM3 Mesh\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.platinumchemicals.co.uk\/products\/wykamol-cm8-mesh-membrane\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCM8 Mesh\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e membranes, 16 plugs per m² are recommended for direct plastering or rendering, and 10 plugs per m² for dot and dab plasterboard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ) What membranes are Wykamol CM Plaster Plugs With Seals designed for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA) Wykamol CM Plaster Plugs With Seals are specifically intended for use with Wykamol meshed damp proof membranes, principally \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.platinumchemicals.co.uk\/products\/wykamol-cm3-mesh-membrane\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWykamol CM3 Mesh\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.platinumchemicals.co.uk\/products\/wykamol-cm8-mesh-membrane\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWykamol CM8 Mesh\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e. These membranes are designed to isolate the internal finish from dampness and salt contamination within the wall, while the mesh face provides a key for plaster, render or suitable board adhesive. The plugs hold the mesh membrane firmly and evenly against the masonry wall before the chosen finish is applied. These plugs are not generally recommended for non-meshed membranes such as \u003cstrong\u003eWykamol CM8\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eWykamol CM3\u003c\/strong\u003e, and they do not include a central screw core, so they are not suited to batten or dry-lining fixing applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ) Where can Wykamol CM Plaster Plugs With Seals be used in damp proofing work?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA) Wykamol CM Plaster Plugs With Seals are designed for internal above-ground damp proofing applications where a meshed Wykamol membrane must be secured to masonry walls before finishing work begins. Typical uses include securing \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.platinumchemicals.co.uk\/products\/wykamol-cm3-mesh-membrane\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWykamol CM3 Mesh\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.platinumchemicals.co.uk\/products\/wykamol-cm8-mesh-membrane\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCM8 Mesh\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e membranes before direct plastering, direct rendering and dot and dab plasterboard installation. They are well suited to damp wall refurbishment in domestic and commercial properties, salt-contaminated masonry where new finishes must be isolated from the wall, higher risk damp wall areas where additional sealing around fixing points is beneficial, and general renovation work where membrane-based damp proofing is required before new internal finishes are applied. They are suitable across a wide range of residential and commercial refurbishment applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ) When should Wykamol CM Plaster Plugs With Seals be used instead of the Without Seals version?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA) Wykamol CM Plaster Plugs With Seals should be used instead of the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.platinumchemicals.co.uk\/products\/wykamol-plaster-plugs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWithout Seals\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e version whenever there is a meaningful risk of damp tracking through the fixing penetration to the internal wall finish. This is particularly relevant where the wall is subject to significant residual moisture, hygroscopic salt activity or more demanding damp conditions. The shaped rubber sealing washer on the sealed version beds tightly into the membrane face, helping create an effective damp proof seal around each fixing point that the non-sealed version does not provide. In lower risk above-ground situations where damp levels are minimal and the fixing point is unlikely to act as a moisture pathway, the Without Seals version may be adequate, but the sealed version provides a more robust installation detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ) What are the main advantages of Wykamol CM Plaster Plugs With Seals?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA) Wykamol CM Plaster Plugs With Seals offer several practical advantages for meshed damp proof membrane installations. They are specifically designed for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.platinumchemicals.co.uk\/products\/wykamol-cm3-mesh-membrane\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWykamol CM3 Mesh\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.platinumchemicals.co.uk\/products\/wykamol-cm8-mesh-membrane\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCM8 Mesh\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, providing the correct fixing solution for these membranes. The integrated shaped rubber sealing washer creates a tighter, more effective seal around the fixing point than many standard sealing washers, reducing the risk of damp tracking in higher risk conditions. The 8mm x 60mm size provides practical anchorage into masonry with either \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.platinumchemicals.co.uk\/products\/sds-drill-bit-8mm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e8mm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.platinumchemicals.co.uk\/products\/sds-drill-bit-7mm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e7mm SDS drill bits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e depending on substrate softness. They support both direct plaster and render at 16 per m² and dot and dab plasterboard at 10 per m², giving flexibility across different finishing systems within the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.platinumchemicals.co.uk\/collections\/wykamol-damp-proof-membrane-cm3\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWykamol Damp Proof Membrane\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ) What technical specifications do Wykamol CM Plaster Plugs With Seals have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA) Wykamol CM Plaster Plugs With Seals measure 8mm in diameter by 60mm in length and are designed for installation through meshed damp proof membranes and into masonry substrates. An \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.platinumchemicals.co.uk\/products\/sds-drill-bit-8mm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e8mm SDS drill bit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e is normally used on sound masonry, while a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.platinumchemicals.co.uk\/products\/sds-drill-bit-7mm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e7mm SDS drill bit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e may be more appropriate for softer brickwork such as soft Victorian brick, handmade clay brick or older lime-built masonry to achieve a tighter fit. Each plug is supplied with a shaped rubber sealing washer designed to bed tightly into the membrane face and create a damp proof seal at the fixing point. The recommended fixing density is 16 plugs per m² for direct plastering or rendering, and 10 plugs per m² for dot and dab plasterboard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ) Why does the drill bit size vary for Wykamol CM Plaster Plugs With Seals?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA) The drill bit size for Wykamol CM Plaster Plugs With Seals varies depending on the density and hardness of the masonry substrate. On sound modern masonry such as dense brick, concrete block and similar materials, an \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.platinumchemicals.co.uk\/products\/sds-drill-bit-8mm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e8mm SDS drill bit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e creates a hole that gives suitable clearance for plug insertion while still allowing adequate grip between the plug body and the surrounding material. On softer masonry such as soft Victorian brick, handmade clay brick or older lime-built brickwork, using an \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.platinumchemicals.co.uk\/products\/sds-drill-bit-8mm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e8mm SDS drill bit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e may create a hole that is too loose for reliable plug retention. Switching to a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.platinumchemicals.co.uk\/products\/sds-drill-bit-7mm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e7mm SDS drill bit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e in these cases creates a tighter hole, improving plug grip and reducing the risk of the fixing loosening in soft or irregular masonry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ) How are Wykamol CM Plaster Plugs With Seals installed correctly?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA) To install Wykamol CM Plaster Plugs With Seals correctly, position the Wykamol meshed membrane on the wall and confirm it is properly aligned before drilling begins. Using the appropriate SDS drill bit size for the substrate, 8mm for sound masonry or 7mm for softer brick, drill through the membrane and into the wall to a suitable depth. Insert the plug through the membrane and into the drilled hole, ensuring it sits squarely before being driven home. Drive the plug fully into the wall until the shaped rubber sealing washer beds tightly against the membrane face, creating the damp proof seal. After fixing, confirm each plug is fully seated and the membrane is held tightly and evenly against the wall before plastering, rendering or plasterboard installation begins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ) What is the recommended fixing density for Wykamol CM Plaster Plugs With Seals?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA) The recommended fixing density for Wykamol CM Plaster Plugs With Seals depends on the intended internal finish. For direct plastering or rendering over the meshed membrane, 16 plugs per m² should be used to provide the close fixing pattern required to hold the membrane firmly enough to support the wet finish without movement. For dot and dab plasterboard applications, 10 plugs per m² is normally sufficient, as this dry finishing method does not impose the same level of loading on the membrane as a wet plaster or render system. Using the correct fixing density in both cases is important, as insufficient fixings can allow the membrane to drum, flex or move behind the finish, affecting both surface quality and long-term performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ) Why are Wykamol CM Plaster Plugs With Seals not suitable for batten or dry-lining fixing?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA) Wykamol CM Plaster Plugs With Seals are not designed for batten or dry-lining fixing because they do not include a central screw-accepting core. Unlike \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.platinumchemicals.co.uk\/products\/wykamol-cm-brick-plugs-and-seals-cavity-drain-membrane-fixing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWykamol CM Brick Plugs With Seals\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, which feature a hollow centre that accepts 5mm size 10 threaded screws for secondary fixings, the Plaster Plugs are purely membrane-securing components without this additional capability. Where battens, dry-lining frames, tracking or other secondary support items need to be fixed back through the membrane to the wall, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.platinumchemicals.co.uk\/products\/wykamol-cm-brick-plugs-and-seals-cavity-drain-membrane-fixing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWykamol CM Brick Plugs With Seals\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e are the correct product choice, as they provide both the membrane fixing and a robust anchor point for the secondary items without requiring additional membrane penetrations beyond the original plug fixing holes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ) Are there practical tips for getting the best results when using Wykamol CM Plaster Plugs With Seals?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA) For the best results with Wykamol CM Plaster Plugs With Seals, ensure the membrane is correctly positioned and aligned on the wall before drilling begins. Select the appropriate SDS drill bit size, using 7mm for softer brick and 8mm for sound masonry, and maintain a straight, controlled drilling action to create a clean, accurate fixing hole. Drive each plug fully home until the shaped rubber washer beds tightly against the membrane face, confirming the seal is properly formed at each fixing point. Observe the correct fixing density of 16 per m² for plaster and render or 10 per m² for dot and dab plasterboard throughout the installation. Check the membrane is held tightly and evenly across the entire wall area before applying any finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ) What are the limitations of Wykamol CM Plaster Plugs With Seals?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA) Wykamol CM Plaster Plugs With Seals have several important limitations to be aware of. They are designed specifically for securing Wykamol meshed damp proof membranes and are not suitable for non-meshed membranes such as \u003cstrong\u003eWykamol CM8\u003c\/strong\u003e or\u003cstrong\u003e CM3\u003c\/strong\u003e, nor for below-ground cavity drain waterproofing where a watertight sealed fixing is required. They do not include a central screw core, so they cannot be used to fix battens, tracking or dry-lining systems. Using an incorrect drill bit size for the substrate can result in loose fixings that fail to hold the membrane adequately. Insufficient fixing density can allow the membrane to drum or flex behind finishes. As with all PPE and membrane fixing products, they must be selected correctly for the substrate condition and project specification.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wykamol Group","offers":[{"title":"(W) 8mm x (L) 60mm \/ Pack of 100","offer_id":32836703649891,"sku":"WYCMPPSW100","price":15.25,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2617\/5036\/files\/wykamol-cm-plaster-membrane-plugs-with-seals-w-8mm-x-l-60mm-pack-of-100-damp-proof-ancillaries-349.webp?v=1780488128","url":"https:\/\/www.platinumchemicals.co.uk\/products\/wykamol-cm-plaster-plugs-with-seals-mesh-membrane-fixing","provider":"Platinum Chemicals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}