The first time you encounter salt banding on a damp wall, it’s easy to mistake it for mould – and in fairness, mould often follows soon after if the issue isn’t addressed. But salt banding is actually ...

A damp patch on the wall does not always reveal where the water is coming from. While stains, peeling paint and mould can be obvious warning signs, moisture can sometimes build up behind the surface ...

Function ~ the primary function of any damp-proof course (dpc) or damp-proof membrane (dpm) is to provide an impermeable barrier to the passage of moisture. The three basic ways in which damp-proof ...

When Hannah Britt bought a dilapidated doer-upper, each winter an unwelcome visitor reared its ugly head: damp. And despite ...

Mould and dampness in your home can be a significant worry in the colder months, but there's an easy way to tackle them without resorting to harsh chemical products. Many people keep their windows ...

Do you have a damp wall in need of some TLC? Though it’s not recommended to paint damp walls, there are some things you should know if you have no other option. We spoke with painting specialist John ...

Cold months return, windows mist up, and that stale smell creeps back. Homeowners are turning to a breathable, old-world fix. Instead of sealing damp behind plastic paints and pricey gadgets, a ...

Placing aluminum foil on the wall is a simple home trick and easy to put into practice to detect in time one of the most common problems in homes: the presence and source of moisture in the wall. This ...