Dear Jerry: I live in a ranch home built in 1954. There is a small front porch that goes up two steps to the front door. On the right side there is a brick planter. On the inside, there is a small ...

Damp walls are not just an unsightly nuisance - they can lead to serious structural damage, health issues, and a persistent musty odour in your home. Whether it's caused by condensation, leaks, or ...

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 ...

Damp can be a big problem for UK homes – particularly as the colder weather sets in. You might start to notice that your walls feel damp, or that there is condensation on your windows in the morning, ...

Monsoons can be a great nuisance to our homes. If our walls are not adequately waterproofed or if there are cracks or gaps in the structure, rainwater can easily seep through and cause dampness. High ...

Experts emphasize that in many situations, indoor environmental conditions can play a significant role in triggering such health issues.

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 ...

Aluminum foil taped to a damp wall for 48 hours can tell a homeowner whether they need to call a contractor or simply buy a dehumidifier. The method costs nothing beyond what is already in the kitchen ...

The drywalls of our house get covered with moisture, especially when it is cold or rains and we use our unvented gas heaters. Paint store people tell me to use Drylok on the walls to keep out the ...

Find out what type of damp is affecting your home so that you can eradicate the problem without spending more than you need to. Adam SnookSenior Researcher & Writer Adam covers home improvements and ...

Q I live in a 54-year-old detached house. Recently I got a builder to insulate two outside walls in the dining room by putting batons and insulation between them and the plaster. A row of black rings ...

Our winter weather tends to fall into one or other of two broad categories: damp and mild, and, dry and cold. So far this winter, the damp and mild option has tended to dominate and one the downsides ...