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Hi there My builder wants to use Tri-Iso insulation over the inside of the roof in my attic bedroom. Do you think one layer of this will be enough? (plus the plasterboard and plaster on top). Or should he be using something like Celetex as well in between the rafters? Your advice would be much appre...

katkin

I would try the bitumen first - this should seal the floor, your concrete floor will be fine - if properly applied and sealed, all should be fine.[/quote] Thanks Spud1701, I'm grateful for your help. Someone mentioned 'pouring' asphalt onto it to me yesterday. I was under the impression that this wa...

katkin

Hi Bitumen will stop moisture getting through, will never stop it from happening but should prevent it getting through to floor surface. Thanks SPUD1701 Yes, it's meant to be good stuff that bitumen. It's looking like the way to go. I'm just wondering whether it wouldn't be better to block the mois...

katkin

Hi, thanks to you both for your replies! This would certainly be easier than chiseling up the old concrete! Do you think it will matter that the damp will still be rising under the bitumen layer? Will it eventually ruin the concrete? Sound like a plan though. Do you reckon it would last for a good n...

katkin

Hi there I have a rising damp issue that I would really appreciate some advice on - The small pantry cupboard adjoining my kitchen has a concrete floor. After heavy rain the floor is damp to the touch. The roof is sound, and there are no holes in the walls. After rainy weather the floor becomes damp...

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