The Main Challenge - SaltsAfter the installation of a damp proof course, renovation is the second major phase of handling rising damp.The main challenge in renovating after rising damp is the presence of GROUND SALTS.Walls affected by rising damp contain…
Various videos about lime, cement, traditional Roman waterproofing materials and techniques, best practices in dealing with dampness in a traditional way, as well as what is used in Venice to keep dampness under control.
Older walls in need for replastering need special handling in any of the following cases:Building age: for walls older than a 100 yearsRising damp: the building has/had rising damp, there are signs (at the bottom of the walls the paint…
In the previous section we covered a brief history of plasters, highlighting the various types of plasters and how plasters have evolved and changed over time. Let's see now the main type of plasters, how they compare and what factors determine their…
Here are some common renovation mistakes which are often done on old buildings that result in the failure of plastering or a significantly shorter lifespan of the finishing and decoration.If your walls fall into any of these categories:older than 100-150…