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Damp in walls usually comes from bellow out of the ground. if there is dampness in the wall this indicates that the damp course is either damaged or even non existent another possibility is that there is back fill against the wall bridging the damp course. the solution is to ake sure the damp course is in place and doing its job. Damp course is a waterproof barrier that sits on the brick work just above ground level and usually just under the ant capping.
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How do you remove moisture from house?
get a dehumidifier or a product called damp rid
What are the causes for the air conditioning outside wall to be damp?
If the relative Humidity of a certain material or spot in your house is above 80 percent. You will get fungus and damp.
How do you get rid of white mold on basement wall?
If its a wooden wall then the mold is (be the description) wet rot. To get rid of that you have to treat all the wood and replace any thats breaking up. Then you have to treat the source of the damp thats causing the wood to break down If its a rendered wall i.e. brick, block or stone that been cemented over then top coat plastered the its again damp forcing the salts out of the materials - You can brush it off and seal it with a stabliser or PVA but you really need to investigate the damps origin and deal with that first
When removing a wrapped pack from the autoclave you notice it is slightly damp what should you do?
headbutt the wall
Can damp old wires in a wall catch fire?
it depends on how old the wire is and how wet it is but it can be possible
Do you need damp proofing on a foundation wall if there is no basement or crawl space?
All structures would benefit from having damp proof foundation as damp would cause tearing in the foundation structure and weaken it over long time exposure.
What causes a rotten animal smell in a damp wall?
An animal make have gotten trapped in a wall if the wall smell like one. Another reason for the smell is mold which occurs when there is water damage.
How can you get rid of all the dust from your tv screen?
To get rid of all the dust on your tv screen use a slightly damp cloth and go around the corners and edgesFIRST then work your way into the middle!
How do I geet rid of mushrooms under floor.?
You can get rid of mushrooms under the floor by exposing the mushrooms to sunlight or by using an herbicide to kill them. You can also dig the area out and remove the mushrooms physically to get rid of them. Make sure that the area does not stay damp and they will not grow back.
What is vertical damp proof course?
a vertical damp proofing course serves the function of preventing the entry of moisture through the external face of the wall, resulting from beating of rain showers on the external face or moisture in the external environment.
How do i get rid of eye crust in the morning?
Either with a warm damp face cloth or your fingernails - both require gentleness! Avoid flicking into your eye tho
Is the Halfmoon stained glass wall sconce suitable for use in the bathroom or other damp areas?
Because they are prone to collecting and retaining condensation, sconces are not good for damp areas. There are, however, half sconces or shell shapes which are good alternatives.
