Two rooms in my house keeps getting stains that look like they might be caused by the insulation in the attic above. It looks like a blackish shadow and it only appears in the spaces between the beams. It is difficult to cover with a fresh coat of paint, it eventually shows through. I don't know what causes this to try to prevent it from happening.
2007-05-09 13:15:42 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Home & Garden ➔ Decorating & Remodeling
Hi, this could be mould caused by moisture in the ceiling cavity.
It would be a good idea to get it checked out as soon as possible, as it might be caused by something that could turn into a big problem if left unchecked!
Good luck :-)
2007-05-09 16:22:15 · answer #1 · answered by thing55000 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'd say it is moisture causing the stains. There could be a leak. Hire someone to check it out ASAP. You don't want it to get worse or cause mold/mildew to grow. Could be as simple as condensation on a pipe or plumbing or more serious. Insulation will not cause a stain on it's own. Good Luck!
2007-05-09 13:47:02 · answer #2 · answered by Robert B 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Insulation does not cause the ceiling to discolor--but WATER does!
You have a leak. If you don't fix it, it'll only get worse. And the stain will spread.
2007-05-09 13:23:59 · answer #3 · answered by Pete S 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
usually caused by moisture.
2007-05-09 13:23:16 · answer #4 · answered by ronnny 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋