Dealing with damp inside home

[Jim Ford]

Originally Posted by gleditsa

You can add some fungicidal solution to the wallpaper pastel

I believe that modern wallpaper pastes already have a fungicide in.

Jim

[gleditsa]

Originally Posted by Jim Ford

I believe that modern wallpaper pastes already have a fungicide in.

Jim

You are correct, most modern wall paper adhesives do contain fungicide, but in some extreme cases, not a strong enough dose!!
it is a problem that seems to appear every few years when atmospheric conditions and the ecosystem of the house seem to mesh together to provide ideal conditions for mould growth to thrive in ,

i remember one case where the property had to be vacated while the problem was dealt with, after washing all contaminated surfaces to remove the mould the whole property was sprayed with a strong industrial grade fungicide, it was left to dry out over the week end, but on monday morning we found that one of the built in wardrobe/cupboards had had the door left closed over the weekend , and the fungus had regrown to almost engulf the whole of the inside!!!
its persistent stuff when it gets a good hold.

[demicav]

Originally Posted by Tobyh

Hi all,

Not sure if this is correct place so please move if it isn't.

I'm looking for help trying to stop mould / damp inside my bungalow. Overall everywhere is dry, theres no visible signs of moisture other than condensation. We have mould growing in various corners / undisturbed areas and also get problems in wardrobes. We clean it away and within a few weeks it's starting to grow back again.

I've been told it's not rising damp as A) my damp course should be fine for whn property built (70s) and B) no crystal type residue / paint / paper bubbling at all. It all seems to be from inside.

We have tried the dehumidifier packs that you leave in the area and they are collecting a reasonable amount of water. We have now tried closing the air vents in the rooms with problems to see if that helps. Have also tried painting mould resistant paint in affected areas recently.

Anyone else got any ideas or experience please?

I was thinking of trying cavity wall insulation as I'm told that may change the "dew point" to where its in the cavity or even outside brick layer.

Any help or ideas greatly appreciated.

Thanks

TobyH

Been there and I know it's not pleasant. I've always found that once there's a mould problem it's very difficult to stay mould free in the long term without constant prevention and possibly treatment. I know that sounds daft but these mould spores are excellent survivors and they just seem to keep coming back. Anyway as already said ventilation is the key. Don't shut vents and open windows when you can (wouldn't recommend leaving downstairs open in empty house). I clean small areas in my bathroom with bleach where mould can be a problem but it can be a constant battle and we have all the insulation going. Good luck.

[shei111]

Originally Posted by demicav

Been there and I know it's not pleasant. I've always found that once there's a mould problem it's very difficult to stay mould free in the long term without constant prevention and possibly treatment. I know that sounds daft but these mould spores are excellent survivors and they just seem to keep coming back. Anyway as already said ventilation is the key. Don't shut vents and open windows when you can (wouldn't recommend leaving downstairs open in empty house). I clean small areas in my bathroom with bleach where mould can be a problem but it can be a constant battle and we have all the insulation going. Good luck.

I also agree with what youve advised, but id definately use a de humidifier they take take a lot of moisture out of the air . sheila