2007-01-13 03:06:32 · 11 answers · asked by peter l 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
Because the outside air is much colder than the inside air - you probably have central heating, or a very hot room.
The wall (plaster) needs to be treated with a sealant to stop moisture.
2007-01-13 03:13:11 · answer #1 · answered by Froggy 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i think you have several problems, you have a ventilation one, install a vent or open some windows to allow moisture to escape.
you probably have an insulation problem, the temperature difference between the outside of the wall and the inside is causing water particles to form. This is more difficult to cure but walls can be insulated.
You maybe have a damp problem too, get a damp-proofing course before it's too late.
I'd paint the place and sell up or move on
2007-01-13 03:19:36 · answer #2 · answered by mat b 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i will get condensation in my kitchen if a pots boiling and ive not put my extractor fan on or opened a window ,condensation is being caused by heat hitting the cold walls opening a window can help but then makes the room cold .
maybe wall insulation will help the more this carries on you will get damp patches ,it also help to know what is causing the condensation is in a bathroom or kitchen as these are common with steam either get extractor fan or open windows after bath or while cooking.
2007-01-13 03:14:22 · answer #3 · answered by Nutty Girl 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You didn't say where you are from, but I assume that you are in an area that requires heat.
There is a considerable amount of water vapor created when fossil fuel is burned. If any of this escapes into your house it will create a condensation problem.
I would suggest having your furnace and chimney checked for flue gas leaks. You might also want to look into having a carbon monoxide monitor. They are cheap, and could save your life. This could be a life threatening event. You want to stay on top of the situation.
I hope this helps.
2007-01-13 03:16:40 · answer #4 · answered by Icanhelp 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You have excess moisture in your home that comes from cooking, bathing, washing, etc. The moisture reacts to cold outside air. Also, gas logs put out a lot of moisture too, especially if it is an unvented unit. You don't state your region, but crack open a window and turn on your exhaust fans when cooking and bathing. If the problem persists, you may have too install a dehumidifier.
2007-01-13 03:13:27 · answer #5 · answered by Turnhog 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
this is because the external walls are the coldest and warm air condenses on them. you don't say what kind of heating you have. Paraffin heaters are worst offenders for causing condensation
Wall tiles with debris build up in the cavity is another cause.
2007-01-13 04:32:26 · answer #6 · answered by Jim B 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
in the short term open a window to allow the cool are in the windows will clear in approx 30 -45 mins then the walls after that
2007-01-13 03:18:34 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try washing the inside wall with bleach ( Care needed here ) leave to dry then paint the wall with PVA solution ( unibond best)
when thats dry you can do what you want with it
2007-01-13 03:14:45 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
The inside of the exterior walls of your home are.... the interior walls....
and you need a dehumidifier.
2007-01-13 03:17:33 · answer #9 · answered by Mary G 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Check the wall for an air brick if you haven,t got one you will need to fit one .
2007-01-13 03:20:21 · answer #10 · answered by Mick 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋