{"product_id":"wykamol-cm-plaster-plugs-without-seals-mesh-membrane-fixing","title":"Wykamol CM Plaster Membrane Plugs Without Seals","description":"\u003cp\u003eWykamol CM Plaster Plugs Without Seals are 8mm diameter x 60mm long fixing plugs designed for securing Wykamol meshed damp proof membranes to internal masonry walls in \u003cstrong\u003eabove-ground damp proofing applications\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey provide a strong mechanical fixing while the membrane is installed ready for plaster, render or dot and dab plasterboard finishes. This unsealed version is well suited to situations where the risk of damp tracking through the plug fixing is low, or where a separate sealing method is being used.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf a damp proof seal is required around the fixing hole, use \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.platinumchemicals.co.uk\/products\/wykamol-cm-plaster-plugs-with-seals-mesh-membrane-fixing\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWykamol CM Plaster Plugs WITH Seals\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, or use Wykamol CM Plaster Plugs Without Seals together with\u003cstrong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.platinumchemicals.co.uk\/products\/newton-mastic-sealant\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eNewtonite 801 Mastic\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e to provide a damp proof seal. For direct plastering or rendering, 16 plugs per m² should be used. For dot and dab plasterboard, 10 plugs per m² is normally sufficient.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Features of Wykamol CM Plaster Plugs Without 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 \u003cstrong\u003eWykamol meshed damp proof membranes\u003c\/strong\u003e to internal walls.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✔️ Unsealed version suited to lower damp risk applications or where fixing is sealed with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.platinumchemicals.co.uk\/products\/newton-mastic-sealant\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNewtonite 801 Mastic\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\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 7mm SDS bit.\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 \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 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);\"\u003eUnsealed Plaster Plugs For Fixing Wykamol Meshed Damp Proof Membranes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWykamol CM Plaster Plugs Without Seals are specialist membrane fixing plugs used within the \u003cstrong\u003eWykamol Damp Proof Membrane\u003c\/strong\u003e range, designed to hold Wykamol meshed membranes firmly against internal wall substrates while the wall is prepared for plaster, render or dry-lining finishes. Keeping the membrane tight, stable and correctly restrained is especially important with meshed membranes, as the mesh face must remain in consistent contact with the wall to provide a suitable mechanical key for the chosen finishing system. If the membrane is not fixed securely enough before finishing begins, movement behind the applied finish can lead to drumming, cracking, weak adhesion or an uneven final wall surface that is difficult to remedy once complete.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(88, 88, 88);\"\u003ePrecision Drilled Installation For Sound And Softer Masonry Background\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach plug measures 8mm in diameter by 60mm in length and is installed through the membrane and into the wall using a suitable SDS drill bit, with 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 normally appropriate for sound masonry substrates. On softer brick backgrounds such as soft Victorian brickwork, handmade clay brick or older lime-mortar 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 more suitable to achieve a tighter fitting and improve overall plug retention within the weaker material. Once the hole is correctly drilled, the plug is inserted through the membrane and driven into the substrate, anchoring the membrane firmly and evenly against the wall and creating the mechanical restraint needed before plastering, rendering or dot and dab plasterboard installation begins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(88, 88, 88);\"\u003eSuited To Meshed Membranes With Mastic Option For Higher Risk Damp Situations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWykamol CM Plaster Plugs Without Seals are designed 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 are BBA certified high density polyethylene membranes with a rot-proof polythene mesh heat-welded to one side, providing a moisture-resistant separating layer while still allowing vapour diffusion. This unsealed version is best suited to situations where the risk of moisture tracking through the plug head is low, though where a damp proof seal is required at the fixing hole, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.platinumchemicals.co.uk\/products\/wykamol-cm-plaster-plugs-with-seals-mesh-membrane-fixing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWykamol CM Plaster Plugs With Seals\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.platinumchemicals.co.uk\/products\/newton-mastic-sealant\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNewtonite 801 Mastic\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e should be used instead. These plugs are not generally recommended for non-meshed membranes where secondary fixings for battens or dry-lining systems are required, as they do not include a central screw hole for that purpose.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .pc-wykamol-cm-plaster-plugs-no-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-no-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-no-seals-table col:nth-child(1) { width: 38%; }\n  .pc-wykamol-cm-plaster-plugs-no-seals-table col:nth-child(2) { width: 62%; }\n\n  .pc-wykamol-cm-plaster-plugs-no-seals-table th,\n  .pc-wykamol-cm-plaster-plugs-no-seals-table td {\n    border: 5px solid #fff;\n   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.pc-wykamol-cm-plaster-plugs-no-seals-table {\n      font-size: 14px;\n      min-width: 600px;\n    }\n\n    .pc-wykamol-cm-plaster-plugs-no-seals-table th,\n    .pc-wykamol-cm-plaster-plugs-no-seals-table td {\n      padding: 7px 9px;\n      border-width: 4px;\n    }\n\n    .pc-wykamol-cm-plaster-plugs-no-seals-table .pc-main-title th {\n      font-size: 24px;\n      padding: 10px 8px;\n    }\n\n    .pc-wykamol-cm-plaster-plugs-no-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-no-seals-table-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ctable aria-label=\"Wykamol CM Plaster Plugs Without Seals Technical Information\" class=\"pc-wykamol-cm-plaster-plugs-no-seals-table\"\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 Supplied\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo sealing washer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"pc-data-row pc-grey\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"pc-spec-cell\"\u003eOptional Sealant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNewtonite 801 Mastic\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 Without Seals have been designed to secure 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\u003eSuitable for Low Risk Damp Areas: \u003c\/strong\u003eThis unsealed version is well suited to situations where the risk of damp tracking through the plug fixing is low, making it a practical choice for less demanding above-ground damp proofing applications.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan Be Sealed Separately if Needed: \u003c\/strong\u003eWhere additional damp protection is required, the plug can be used alongside \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.platinumchemicals.co.uk\/products\/newton-mastic-sealant\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNewtonite 801 Mastic\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e to help form a damp proof seal around the fixing point.\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\u003e The 8mm diameter x 60mm length provides a practical fixing size for securing meshed membranes to masonry walls in internal damp proofing and refurbishment work.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for Wykamol CM3 Mesh and CM8 Mesh:\u003c\/strong\u003e These plugs are intended for use with \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 membranes, making them the correct fixing choice for Wykamol meshed membrane installations.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupports Direct Plastering and Rendering:\u003c\/strong\u003e When installed at 16 plugs per m², the plugs help hold the membrane securely against the wall before plaster or render is applied to the mesh face.\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 finishes, 10 plugs per m² is normally sufficient to restrain the membrane before adhesive dabs and boards are installed.\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\u003e By securing the meshed membrane correctly, the plugs help maintain a physical separation between damp or salt-contaminated masonry and the new internal wall finish.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePractical SDS Drill Installation: \u003c\/strong\u003eInstallation is straightforward using an SDS drill, with an \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.platinumchemicals.co.uk\/products\/sds-drill-bit-8mm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e8mm drill bit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e normally used on sound masonry and a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.platinumchemicals.co.uk\/products\/sds-drill-bit-7mm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e7mm drill bit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e sometimes needed for softer brickwork.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUseful for Internal Refurbishment Projects: \u003c\/strong\u003eThe plugs are well suited to domestic and commercial damp wall refurbishment where meshed membranes are being used to isolate new finishes from residual wall moisture.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvoids Unnecessary Sealing Cost Where Not Needed: \u003c\/strong\u003eIn lower risk applications, the unsealed plug provides the required mechanical fixing without relying on a sealing washer where one is not required by the specification.\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\u003eWykamol CM Plaster Plugs Without 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 is 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\u003eWell suited to 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 proof membrane needs to be held firmly against the wall in \u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eabove-ground applications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInternal Above-Ground Damp Proofing: \u003c\/strong\u003eThe main application is internal above-ground damp proofing, where the meshed membrane separates the new finish from dampness and salts within the wall.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDirect Plastering Over Membrane: \u003c\/strong\u003eUsed at approximately 16 plugs per m², the plugs help hold the membrane tightly 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\u003e Well suited to render applications where the membrane needs to remain stable and properly restrained while the render is applied and cured.\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\u003eUsed at approximately 10 plugs per m², the plugs help fix the membrane in place before plasterboard is installed using dot and dab adhesive.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLow Risk Damp Wall Areas: \u003c\/strong\u003eWell suited to situations where a meshed membrane fixing is required but an integrated damp proof seal around the plug head is not considered necessary.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDamp Wall Renovation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Useful in refurbishment work where internal walls are affected by residual damp, salts or staining, and where a membrane-based system is needed 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\u003eWell suited to fixing meshed membranes used to isolate new plaster, render or plasterboard from salt-contaminated masonry backgrounds.\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 Appropriate for damp proofing contractors, plasterers, builders and refurbishment specialists working on homes, rental properties, commercial interiors and older buildings.\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 Without Seals and what are they designed for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA) Wykamol CM Plaster Plugs Without 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 fixing while the membrane is installed ready for plaster, render or dot and dab plasterboard finishes. This unsealed version is well suited to situations where the risk of damp tracking through the plug fixing is low, or where a separate sealing method is being used. If a damp proof seal is required around the fixing hole, \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.platinumchemicals.co.uk\/products\/wykamol-cm-plaster-plugs-with-seals-mesh-membrane-fixing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eWykamol CM Plaster Plugs With Seals\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eshould be used, or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.platinumchemicals.co.uk\/products\/newton-mastic-sealant\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNewtonite 801 Mastic\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e applied to provide additional sealing. Fixing density is 16 plugs per m² for plastering and rendering, and 10 per m² for dot and dab plasterboard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ) What is the difference between Wykamol CM Plaster Plugs Without Seals and the With Seals version?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA) The key difference between the two versions is the presence or absence of a shaped rubber sealing washer. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.platinumchemicals.co.uk\/products\/wykamol-cm-plaster-plugs-with-seals-mesh-membrane-fixing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWykamol CM Plaster Plugs With Seals\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e incorporate a fitted rubber washer that beds tightly into the membrane face when the plug is driven home, creating an effective damp proof seal around the fixing point. This makes the sealed version better suited to higher risk damp wall situations where moisture tracking through the fixing is a genuine concern. Wykamol CM Plaster Plugs Without Seals omit this washer, making them suitable for lower risk above-ground applications where the fixing point is not expected to act as a moisture pathway, or where a separate sealing method such as \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.platinumchemicals.co.uk\/products\/newton-mastic-sealant\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNewtonite 801 Mastic\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e will be used if any seal is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ) Where can Wykamol CM Plaster Plugs Without Seals be used in damp proofing work?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA) Wykamol CM Plaster Plugs Without Seals are designed for internal above-ground damp proofing applications where a Wykamol meshed 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, rendering and dot and dab plasterboard installation. They are well suited to domestic and commercial damp wall refurbishment, salt-contaminated masonry where new finishes must be isolated from the wall, low risk damp wall areas where an integral seal is not required, and general renovation work where membrane-based damp proofing is appropriate. They are not generally suitable for non-meshed membranes and are not designed for batten, tracking or dry-lining fixing applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ) When should Wykamol CM Plaster Plugs Without Seals be used alongside Newtonite 801 Mastic?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA) Wykamol CM Plaster Plugs Without Seals should be used alongside \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.platinumchemicals.co.uk\/products\/newton-mastic-sealant\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNewtonite 801 Mastic\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e in situations where additional damp resistance is required around the plug fixing point, where the sealed \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.platinumchemicals.co.uk\/products\/wykamol-cm-plaster-plugs-with-seals-mesh-membrane-fixing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWith Seals\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e version of the fixing has not been specified. The mastic is applied to the inside of the plug head before installation, creating a damp proof seal as the plug is driven through the membrane and into the wall. This approach allows the installer to retain the unsealed plug while still achieving meaningful protection at each fixing point in higher risk or borderline damp conditions. Where the wall is significantly damp, salt-affected or where moisture tracking is a realistic concern, the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.platinumchemicals.co.uk\/products\/wykamol-cm-plaster-plugs-with-seals-mesh-membrane-fixing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWith Seals\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e version is generally the more straightforward specification rather than relying on additional mastic application.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ) What are the main advantages of Wykamol CM Plaster Plugs Without Seals?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA) Wykamol CM Plaster Plugs Without Seals offer several practical advantages for above-ground 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 membranes, providing the correct mechanical fixing for these systems. The unsealed format is well suited to lower risk damp proofing applications where an integral sealing washer is not required, avoiding unnecessary complexity or cost in straightforward installations. The plug can be used with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.platinumchemicals.co.uk\/products\/newton-mastic-sealant\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNewtonite 801 Mastic\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e where additional protection is needed at fixing points. The 8mm x 60mm size provides practical anchorage into masonry with either \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.platinumchemicals.co.uk\/products\/sds-drill-bit-8mm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e8mm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\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 condition. They support both direct plaster and render at 16 per m² and dot and dab plasterboard at 10 per m².\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ) What technical specifications do Wykamol CM Plaster Plugs Without Seals have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA) Wykamol CM Plaster Plugs Without Seals measure 8mm in diameter by 60mm in length and are installed through Wykamol meshed 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 walls, 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 required on softer brick substrates such as soft Victorian brickwork, handmade clay brick or older lime-mortar masonry, where a tighter fixing is needed to improve plug retention. The plug is installed without a sealing washer, distinguishing it from the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.platinumchemicals.co.uk\/products\/wykamol-cm-plaster-plugs-with-seals-mesh-membrane-fixing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWith Seals\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e version. The recommended fixing density is 16 plugs per m² for direct plastering or rendering, and 10 plugs per m² for dot and dab plasterboard, ensuring the membrane is held adequately before finishing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ) What membranes are Wykamol CM Plaster Plugs Without Seals designed for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA) Wykamol CM Plaster Plugs Without Seals are designed 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 BBA certified membranes consist of a high density polyethylene sheet with a rot-proof polythene mesh heat-welded to one side, providing a moisture-resistant separation layer while allowing vapour diffusion. The mesh face provides a key for plaster, render or dot and dab board adhesive. These plugs are not generally recommended for non-meshed Wykamol membranes such as CM8 or CM3, and they do not include a central screw core, making them unsuitable for batten, tracking or dry-lining fixing applications where secondary support is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ) How are Wykamol CM Plaster Plugs Without Seals installed correctly?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA) To install Wykamol CM Plaster Plugs Without Seals correctly, position the Wykamol meshed membrane on the wall and confirm it is properly aligned before drilling. Using the appropriate SDS drill bit, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.platinumchemicals.co.uk\/products\/sds-drill-bit-8mm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e8mm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e for sound masonry or \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.platinumchemicals.co.uk\/products\/sds-drill-bit-7mm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e7mm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e for softer brick, drill through the membrane and into the wall to a suitable depth. If using \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.platinumchemicals.co.uk\/products\/newton-mastic-sealant\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNewtonite 801 Mastic\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, apply it to the plug head before insertion. Push the plug through the membrane and into the drilled hole, ensuring it sits squarely, and drive it fully home until it is completely seated against the membrane face. After fixing, confirm each plug is secure and the membrane is held tightly and evenly across the full wall area 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 Without Seals?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA) The recommended fixing density for Wykamol CM Plaster Plugs Without Seals depends on the internal finish being applied. For direct plastering or rendering, 16 plugs per m² should be used to hold the membrane tightly enough against the wall to support the wet finish without movement. For dot and dab plasterboard installations, 10 plugs per m² is normally sufficient, as the dry fixing method does not impose the same loading on the membrane as a wet plaster or render system. Using the correct density is important in both cases, as too few fixings can allow the membrane to drum, flex or shift behind the finish, affecting surface quality, adhesion strength and the long-term stability of the finished wall surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ) Why does the drill bit size vary for Wykamol CM Plaster Plugs Without Seals?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA) The drill bit size varies because different masonry types provide different levels of grip around the plug body. On sound modern masonry such as dense brick, concrete block or 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 the plug adequate clearance for insertion while still allowing reliable grip. On softer masonry such as soft Victorian brick, handmade clay brick or older lime-built brickwork, an 8mm hole may be too loose for the plug to grip reliably, risking a fixing that can work loose during or after membrane installation. Using 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 softer backgrounds creates a tighter hole, improving plug retention and reducing the risk of the membrane becoming loose before finishing work begins.\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 Without Seals?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA) For the best results with Wykamol CM Plaster Plugs Without Seals, check the wall condition carefully before drilling and select the correct SDS drill bit size for the substrate. Use \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.platinumchemicals.co.uk\/products\/sds-drill-bit-7mm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e7mm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e for softer brick and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.platinumchemicals.co.uk\/products\/sds-drill-bit-8mm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e8mm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e for sound masonry, maintaining a straight and controlled drilling action for clean, accurate fixing holes. If higher risk damp conditions are present, apply \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.platinumchemicals.co.uk\/products\/newton-mastic-sealant\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eNewtonite 801 Mastic\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003einside the plug head before each fixing rather than leaving the penetration completely unprotected. Install at the correct density of 16 per m² for plaster and render or 10 per m² for dot and dab plasterboard. Drive each plug fully home and confirm the membrane is held tightly and evenly across the 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 Without Seals?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA) Wykamol CM Plaster Plugs Without Seals have several important limitations. They are designed specifically for Wykamol meshed damp proof membranes and are not suitable for non-meshed membranes such as Wykamol CM8 or CM3. Because they have no central screw core, they cannot be used to fix battens, tracking, dry-lining frames or other secondary support items. They do not incorporate a sealing washer, so they should not be used as a primary moisture seal at fixing points in higher risk damp conditions without supplementary \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.platinumchemicals.co.uk\/products\/newton-mastic-sealant\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNewtonite 801 Mastic\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e sealing. Insufficient fixing density or incorrect drill bit size for the substrate can result in loose fixings and membrane movement. For applications requiring a sealed fixing as standard, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.platinumchemicals.co.uk\/products\/wykamol-cm-plaster-plugs-with-seals-mesh-membrane-fixing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWykamol CM Plaster Plugs With Seals\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e are the appropriate specification.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wykamol Group","offers":[{"title":"(W) 8mm x (L) 60mm \/ Pack of 100","offer_id":32838106054755,"sku":"WYCMPPW100","price":8.35,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2617\/5036\/files\/wykamol-cm-plaster-membrane-plugs-without-seals-w-8mm-x-l-60mm-pack-of-100-damp-proof-ancillaries-862.webp?v=1780488127","url":"https:\/\/www.platinumchemicals.co.uk\/products\/wykamol-cm-plaster-plugs-without-seals-mesh-membrane-fixing","provider":"Platinum Chemicals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}