Where walls are known to be excessively contaminated with hygroscopic salts (e.g. old barns, old kitchens, chimney flues, stables) then consideration should be given to tanking the walls using Vandex BB75 tanking slurry prior to replastering as added protection for the decorative surface. Alternatively the use of the Dryzone Express Replastering System should be considered.Where masonry is unstable, this must…

Rising damp occurs when groundwater rises through capillaries in masonry to saturate it.

Dampness in building materials can be harmful to the structural integrity of buildings. There are many damp proofing methods available.

This domestic semi-detached property is situated in the Sussex seaside town of Brighton. The house is a traditional brick build with solid walls double-skin walls and a render on the weather facing external wall.

It is essential to investigate the source of any damp issue, as the wrong treatment can often make matters worse. It is advised to seek the help of a professional to survey the damp to find where the problem originates from. If the source is external or on the outside walls, the problem is likely to be penetrating damp. If…

The basic symptoms of damp, e.g. peeling paint / wallpaper, are largely the same regardless of the cause of dampness.

This 1900s built terraced property in Croydon is a standard London brick construction with a rendered façade on all weather facing walls. The property was suffering from severe damp patches and salt contamination in the kitchen at the back of the property.

Learn about rising damp & its control from the experts. Understand causes, symptoms and effective solutions for moisture damage protection.