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Articles about damp
SmartDry has been specializing in fighting damp problems in and around your home for many years. We have solved damp problems in many different homes. We also like to share our expertise with others, which is why we regularly publish new articles about damp control and damp problems. Below you can find an overview of our blog posts on damp control.
How can you combat mould on the wall? Effective damp control!
Whether inside or outside your home, mould is part of the environment and can develop anywhere. We are surrounded by fungi on a daily basis and constantly inhale them.
High humidity in the bedroom? What can you do about it?
Extreme humidity levels in the house, especially in the bedroom, is very unhealthy. You and many others will be surprised at the role the weather plays in your sleep patterns, especially when it comes to humidity.
What are the consequences of damp in the house?
Damp in the house can come in 3 different ways; rising damp, penetrating damp and condensation. The consequences of these problems are often greater than many people think.
What is black mould and where does it come from?
Damp rooms with little light and poor ventilation are a breeding ground for fungi. They spread very quickly under the right conditions. Black mould can be recognized by the black or dark spots in the home.
What are ideal humidity levels to maintain in the house?
You may be able to notice it: too high or too low humidity in the house. It is getting colder and the fireplace is blaring, slowly the headache starts to come on, accompanied by a dry throat.
Musty odor in the house due to damp problems.
You finally come home after a long day of work. You open the front door and are overcome by a musty smell. Such a homecoming is very annoying. This odor in the house is caused by too much moisture that cannot leave the house.
How can you get damp out of the wall?
It is a problem that occurs in a large part of UK homes, damp walls and other damp problems. You may think that damp spots are not that bad, but nothing could be further from the truth.
Do you suffer from damp spots on the ceiling?
Damp problems in the house are, in many cases, visible on the wall and the floor. But the ceiling of the house can also be affected by a large amount of damp.
A greater chance of penetrating damp due to rain
The autumn months are of course known for the high amount of rainfall. If you have not yet ridden a bike when raining, you will be blown off the bike by the strong gusts of wind.
How can you recognize damp in the house?
In every house where people live, there is humidity in the house. Even in your house- people cook and shower, we breathe and sweat. These are all causes that allow humidity to enter the house.
How can you lower the humidity in your home?
Humidity can have a major impact on the indoor climate in the home. Good humidity prevents a musty smell in the house and ensures a healthy living environment for you and your family.
Damp on the interior of external walls? What can you do about it?
It is a problem that unfortunately occurs in many homes- Damp spots on interior walls. This problem in the wall creates dark spots and sometimes white circles due to the lime and salt.
Mould in a new-build property – how is that possible?
Many people make the mistake of thinking that new-build homes cannot suffer from mould. Mould can actually occur in all types of homes and is often due to insufficient ventilation.
Do you have white stains on your external wall?
Do you see a whitewash type of stain on the outside wall of your house? This not only unattractive, but can also cause permanent damage to the house.
Salts on the wall? Here’s how to solve it.
Salts on walls is a common problem in newly built houses. Often, a few months after the construction of these houses, salts develop in the wall. This stain can be recognised by its white colour.
The external wall looks damp, what can I do about it?
Damp spots on the wall, mould and loose plaster: these are well-known problems when damp penetrates the outside wall. When this happens, the damp is spreading from the outside to the inside wall.
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