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by NewtonM
Wed Jun 23, 2010 2:04 pm
Forum: Damp and Damp Proofing Forum
Topic: Damp problem around internal wall chimney breast
Replies: 1
Views: 12729

Damp chimney

Ok this is quite a common problem associated with chimney breasts and can be a real pain. It usually happens for one or more of the following reasons: • Water entering uncapped chimney pots. • Water entering through defective lead flashings around the chimney stack. • Leaking adjacent rainwater good...
by NewtonM
Fri Jun 18, 2010 11:34 am
Forum: Damp and Damp Proofing Forum
Topic: Damp spots on wall
Replies: 4
Views: 4171

Damp spots

Hi there I have based my opinion on the property being a solid traditional brick built construction with the external ground levels around 150mm below the internal floor level, fairly decent external brickwork and pointing. I would hazard a guess and say that the dampness you are seeing is probably ...
by NewtonM
Tue Jun 01, 2010 6:46 am
Forum: Damp and Damp Proofing Forum
Topic: NEED HELP!! damp patches coming through concrete floor
Replies: 2
Views: 10307

Damp proofing

Hi, A liquid damp proof membrane may be the answer here but it would need to be a high quality one and you will need to adequately prepare the screed prior to laying it. A lot of cheaper liquid membranes will not go down in damp conditions so check the manufacturers instructions. There are specialis...
by NewtonM
Thu May 06, 2010 6:43 pm
Forum: Damp and Damp Proofing Forum
Topic: Mould on all external walls
Replies: 1
Views: 3303

Mould Problem

From the sound of it yes good ventilation in the space will fix your problem. There are some interesting heat recovery units which could assist retrofitted into the space where no natural ventilation is present. Excessive moisture introduced like in areas where you are cooking or even drying clothes...
by NewtonM
Tue May 04, 2010 9:50 am
Forum: Damp and Damp Proofing Forum
Topic: damp or condensation in small kitchen
Replies: 2
Views: 4761

Condensation problems

Hi, Condensation problems occur in spaces with less than adequate ventilation. I would look to get a unit installed which can regulate automatically the levels of condensation present. In terms of damp, this can only be established a cause after the condensation has been dealt with. If you are in a ...
by NewtonM
Mon Apr 26, 2010 12:16 pm
Forum: Damp and Damp Proofing Forum
Topic: Damp Wall in garage
Replies: 1
Views: 3430

Damp Garage

It may help, it depends on whether the ground level on the neighbours elevation is below or above your dpc. If it is then there is a risk of water penetration so the bituminous paint although probably the cheapest option may not work. (you could try it though) The full approach would be to put a phy...
by NewtonM
Mon Apr 26, 2010 12:07 pm
Forum: Flooring and Floor Coverings Forum
Topic: leveling and damp proofing a floor
Replies: 3
Views: 14660

Leveling a Floor

Usually you would need to clean up the bitumen compound on the slab to get an effective bond for the self levelling screed. You may be able to get a product which will bond as well as self level (sbr additive). Depending upon what floor finish is required your best bet I think would be to lay a loos...
by NewtonM
Mon Apr 19, 2010 12:30 pm
Forum: Damp and Damp Proofing Forum
Topic: Damp Problem on a Solid Brick Gable End
Replies: 2
Views: 9410

Damp Gable End

Hi it seems this job has not only damp issues but also the abutting concrete path is allowing for passage of water to potentially penetrate the property. Have you ever had visible signs of water entering the property? I think the single skin gable is much easier to sort out. Meshed membrane products...
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