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17 July 2023

Can You Paint Over Damp Proof Paint

Damp proofing your home is an essential task, bringing short and long-term benefits to your home. Damp proofing is a smart move, but generally, a lot of damp proofing solutions are not the most aesthetically pleasing. In your home, most people look to combine functionality with a sense of style, and this is why a […]
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17 July 2023

How Soon Can You Plaster After Damp Proofing

If you have damp proofed your home, you want to decorate as quickly as possible. However, if you start this process too quickly, you might hamper the quality of your damp proofing work. At DryCore, we have considerable experience in damp proofing work, and how to best restore or invigorate your home afterwards. We have […]
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17 July 2023

How Long Does Damp Proofing Last

Whether you are proactive or reactive in dealing with dampness at home, there is a lot to be said for installing a damp proof course. There are many things to consider when looking for the most appropriate damp proofing system, and budget will always be a critical issue. One of the biggest factors in the […]
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17 July 2023

How Long Does A Damp Proof Course Last

Rising damp is a massive concern for property owners, but there is an effective damp proofing solution. A damp proof course protects a home from dampness, offering confidence and comfort to homeowners and residents. However, you shouldn't expect this damp proofing solution to last forever, and it is natural for a homeowner to question how […]
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17 July 2023

How To Install Damp Proof Membrane On Concrete Floor

Whether you're dealing with existing concrete floors or a newly-laid concrete slab, you will need to find a way to prevent rising damp or other problems related to water ingress. As solid as concrete floors appear, they are, in fact, relatively porous, allowing moisture to migrate through the concrete surface via capillary action, which can […]
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17 July 2023

What Is Damp Proofing

While most of us have heard the term 'damp proofing' at some time or another, it's not something we give a lot of thought to most of the time. Nevertheless, it's an indispensable element of construction that helps to prevent moisture from entering and damaging the building. But what do you know about the subject, […]
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17 July 2023

What Is A Damp Proof Course

Damp proofing is a fairly recent addition to the construction industry, considering the number of years that humans have been building properties. Only since 1875 have damp proof courses been compulsory, although they have changed significantly since then. Your knowledge on the subject will vary according to whether you're in the industry yourself or you've […]
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17 July 2023

How Much Is A Damp Proof Course

Dealing with dampness at home is a miserable task, and it can be an expensive one. If left unchecked, rising and penetrating damp can wreak havoc on external walls and the inside of your home. However, if you act quickly, and effectively, dealing with damp doesn't need to be expensive. You might be shocked at […]
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17 July 2023

How To Damp Proof A Wall

We get a lot of rain in the UK - as you probably noticed! That means there's often plenty of groundwater lying around, and this sits in the soil against our external walls and is soaked up by the porous masonry. Once inside, it makes its way up masonry walls via capillary action, where it […]
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17 July 2023

How Much Does Damp Proofing Cost

Few things can ruin a home faster than the impact of damp, causing significant health problems for residents and creating a situation that costs a lot of money to resolve. However, if you act quickly, and decisively, you can resolve and present damp problems at an affordable price. At DryCore, we understand the devastation dampness […]
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