Here is a summary of the latest research about rising damp. We explain in plain English its mechanism, what causes it, clarify some of the misconceptions – everything backed up by research data. More information: https://www.coreconservation.co.uk/rising-damp-what-is-it/
Rising Damp – Mechanism, Research, Latest Findings
00:00 – Start
00:26 – Research – Back to Basics
02:03 – Back to Nature – The Water Cycle
03:16 – Direct vs Indirect Capillary Action
04:26 – Soil Evaporation – The Role of Vapours
06:18 – Wall Depth vs Surface – Cooling
08:07 – Vapour Accumulation – A Self-Sufficient Mechanism
09:13 – Rising Damp on Internal Walls
09:29 – Main Moisture Sources – Overview