#damp-proofing

The video covers techniques and materials used in damp-proofing to prevent moisture from seeping into buildings, helping to enhance structural durability.

This video explains how water can seep into your home from the ground up, leading to dampness. Damp proofing is an effective method to prevent this issue. It covers the different methods of damp proofing and the materials used to tackle water seepage. With expert guidance, you'll learn how to solve water seepage problems and protect your home from dampness. If you're dealing with similar issues, this video will provide valuable tips and solutions for keeping your home dry and safe.

Need Wood Rot Repair? - Fixrot.co.uk

If you have identified dry rot in and around your house, you should get it repaired as soon as possible. Yes, it's very important.

 Dry rot is a type of invasive fungus that ruins wooden structures under excessive moisture. Even if the moisture level exceeds just 20%, the wooden structures are at risk of dry rot. Other than moisture, improper maintenance and other factors lead to dry rot. The fungus breaks the components in the wood, leaving it brittle and weak.

 Dry rot repair is a bit tactical process. It requires in-depth inspection and lots of planning for the desired output. So, you should hire skilled professionals for the same. And during the process, you should be careful of the following things.

 Repair should be done on dry wood

 Though it's called dry rot, some part of the wood remains wet due to moisture. It's invisible but you can feel the dampness by touching it. During dry rot repair, the damp wood will not create any issue. But later, it will be a huge headache for you. It's because repair will start to rupture and damage the wooden structure. It means the money invested in the repair will be a waste.

 Remove the dry rot

 Other than wet wood, you should check for rotten wood. The rot dry repair shouldn't start without removing the dry rot. Wet wood leads to rupture but rotten wood will prevent adhesive to work. You should use a chisel or cutter to remove dry rot. In case of wood fibers or dirt, you should remove it using sandpaper.

 Repair should be at least 5mm thick

 In the dry rot repair, the experts use fillers to fill the damages. The cracks and holes are filled and covered to convert the wooden structure into the original. You should make sure that the filler is at least 5mm thick. The thickness should be the same everywhere or on the entire wooden structure to prevent cracks from appearing in the repair. If the filler isn't thick enough, it will lead to damages and spoil the structure.

 Prevent air bubbles in the repair

 During dry rot repair, chances of dry rot repair are very high. If things are not taken care of properly, you will air bubbles, which will lead to many problems in the future. When the temperature will get hot, the air will expand and expansion will impact the repair. Due to expansion, the repair will tear apart or become loose from the wood.

 Use premium wood hardener

 In the dry rot repair, the wood hardener is used before wood filler to ensure better adhesion of the filler to the wood. The repair can be completed without wood hardeners, but you won't get the desired strength and longevity. The adhesive will come out and damage the wooden structure. For great results, you should use a premium wood hardener. You should check the available options and choose the best.

  Don't repair in the full sun

 The repair day should be sunny to ensure proper drying of the dry rot after the process. You shouldn't call professionals on a rainy or windy day. It means dry rot repair should be done in the summer but not under the scorching sun. You should start the work early morning and leave the repair to dry. Excessive heat from the sun will dry the treatment too fast but make it less elastic.