Damp Course Floor Level

Damp proofing is defined by the american society for testing and materials astm as a material that resists the passage of water with no hydrostatic pressure.

Damp course floor level. Have recently removed the skirting and 2ft of plaster to reveal brick work and. As it dries out the damp retreats slowly back to the points of ingress so if you are not able to see any isolated damp areas either ventilate and heat or shut all the doors and windows and use a dehumidifier. A quick summary checklist. Discussion in builders talk started by alex carter feb 26 2015.

Waterproof is defined by the astm as a treatment that resists the passage of water under pressure. A damp proof course is a barrier usually formed by a membrane built into the walls of a property typically 150 mm above ground level to prevent damp rising through the walls. We would like to show you a description here but the site won t allow us. Alex carter new member.

Tip 1 if a concrete floor is damp all over it is hard to isolate the moisture source. Damp below damp proof course level. In the uk well built modern houses include damp proofing in the form of a synthetic damp proof course dpc about 15 cm above ground level to act as a barrier through which water cannot pass. Have had water staining and mould on the internal wall for some time.

Slate or engineering bricks with a low porosity were often used for the first few courses above ground level and these can help minimise the problem. Rising damp and some penetrating damp can be caused by faults to or the absence of a damp proof course dpc or damp proof membrane dpm.