That damp is common, it’s due to internal condensation, it always happens at low corners around doors and windows because the dew point is always going to occur at the coldest places. In older houses it’s far more common than newer builds. In winter try and increase airflow around these areas, closing curtains just makes it worse because trapping cold air behind them just causes moisture to fall out of the air there. Also open windows at least 5 minutes twice per day, preferably after cooking or bathing, even in cold weather! Don’t dry washing indoors without using a dehumidifier, these things will eliminate this damp problem.
@@PaintingandDecorating Ah right, no worries, I see so many people complaining about damp in their houses on the news etc, it really annoys me they always blame the building or the landlord / council, but they never tell you the person never opens the windows and dries washing all day indoors., then they wonder why they get mould everywhere because the humidity is off the scale and they have no air circulation. 🤬
this is only dealing with the cosmetic issue indoors. I think the leak will be coming from the exterior window sill/frame and it not being well sealed.
what is the instrument you used for scraping at around 2:00?. need to know what it is called so can buy. I have same exact issue. Also my wood is warped a bit too. Any suggestions?
I have had new windows fitted, the plasterboard now has a small gap between it and the block work due to a Birmingham bar being removed by the fitters, a small gap now and a hollow thud goes from the sill to the top, how can i make this solid again, and it lets a little condensation in, like your does here. Please advise if you would be so kind.
Also, how many times do you go outside to investigate and find the homeowners have siliconed up the weep vents at the bottom of the window or between the cill and the window frame?! Any moisture stuck inside the frame has nowhere to escape so ends up leaking through the welds and into the walls. Seen it dozens of times.
That's possible.....I've got dehumidifier on the go ..helps with issue but I do need to resinsoect windows. Mostly in living room..get lots of mould to feels damp to touch..#ll be on ut ASAP
@@kevinhancock4064 we had similar issues, we found a dehumidifier was not enough. After much research I installed positive input ventilation ( PIV ) system in the loft, it works pretty well and has reduced our condensation a lot.
@@RestWithin not really, you can feel it if you stand right under the outlet. It is a pretty low powered fan. Works because its on all the time ( in winter ).
Yep, Asbestos in artex was still being used as late as the early 90s. If you think it pre-dates around 1995 you should assume it contains Asbestos and get it checked. Evil stuff
My thoughts exactly. The window is installed in alignment with the external brickwork instead of the interior brickwork. Without reinstalling the window what could you do to stop condensation settling on the cold surfaces of the reveal? Is there a way of creating a barrier?
@@RestWithin If you have the available depth on the window frame you can install insulated reveals i.e. something like 20mm PIR insulated plasterboard. Oftentimes this will end up with finished very near the glazing though, especially on door sets with skirting boards.
You only do work inside but not deal with problem outside, there will be leaking again.
I’ve got this problem so I’m really looking forward to seeing you resolve the problem
Thank you... Hope it goes well..
That damp is common, it’s due to internal condensation, it always happens at low corners around doors and windows because the dew point is always going to occur at the coldest places. In older houses it’s far more common than newer builds. In winter try and increase airflow around these areas, closing curtains just makes it worse because trapping cold air behind them just causes moisture to fall out of the air there. Also open windows at least 5 minutes twice per day, preferably after cooking or bathing, even in cold weather! Don’t dry washing indoors without using a dehumidifier, these things will eliminate this damp problem.
Actually I think the window was leaking in this video, although your information is of sound base. Thanks
@@PaintingandDecorating Ah right, no worries, I see so many people complaining about damp in their houses on the news etc, it really annoys me they always blame the building or the landlord / council, but they never tell you the person never opens the windows and dries washing all day indoors., then they wonder why they get mould everywhere because the humidity is off the scale and they have no air circulation. 🤬
@Painting and Decorating what was the fix for the window leaking in that area, if you don't mind me asking.
Nice job on the texturing on the filler 👍
Thank you..
this is only dealing with the cosmetic issue indoors. I think the leak will be coming from the exterior window sill/frame and it not being well sealed.
what is the instrument you used for scraping at around 2:00?. need to know what it is called so can buy. I have same exact issue.
Also my wood is warped a bit too. Any suggestions?
I have had new windows fitted, the plasterboard now has a small gap between it and the block work due to a Birmingham bar being removed
by the fitters, a small gap now and a hollow thud goes from the sill to the top, how can i make this solid again, and it lets a little condensation in, like your does here. Please advise if you would be so kind.
Great job !!Did you seal the windows from the outside to help with water ingress?
Thank you.. as far as I know the leak has been solved on the exterior...
Top man, top job as always . 👌🏻👌🏻👍🏻
Thank you .
Great video again. Where do you buy your blue scraper that you use to cut the expanding foam please
Search Harris continental filling knives at screwfix. Product code 41601
Its drying out sure sighn it starts shrinking hence leaves a brown stain and starts lifting
Isn't step one, to check the outside?
Yes that has been looked at as far as I know.. thanks
nice repuuuu
It's damp coming in from the outside poor sealing outside
Yes it was meant to have been looked at.. thanks
Also, how many times do you go outside to investigate and find the homeowners have siliconed up the weep vents at the bottom of the window or between the cill and the window frame?! Any moisture stuck inside the frame has nowhere to escape so ends up leaking through the welds and into the walls. Seen it dozens of times.
Is that not from internal moisture due to cold bridging and condensation rather than moisture ingress from outside ?
That's possible.....I've got dehumidifier on the go ..helps with issue but I do need to resinsoect windows. Mostly in living room..get lots of mould to feels damp to touch..#ll be on ut ASAP
@@kevinhancock4064 we had similar issues, we found a dehumidifier was not enough. After much research I installed positive input ventilation ( PIV ) system in the loft, it works pretty well and has reduced our condensation a lot.
@Ollie S that's interesting I'll look into that itvdoes ring a bell thank you
@@ollianddelphine Does the PIV make your house feel colder?
@@RestWithin not really, you can feel it if you stand right under the outlet. It is a pretty low powered fan. Works because its on all the time ( in winter ).
Old artex = asbestos?
Yep, Asbestos in artex was still being used as late as the early 90s.
If you think it pre-dates around 1995 you should assume it contains Asbestos and get it checked. Evil stuff
👍👍
Thank you..
Why is this window so far forward in the reveal?
It’s also really low, as the window board would normally cover that lower strip.
My thoughts exactly. The window is installed in alignment with the external brickwork instead of the interior brickwork.
Without reinstalling the window what could you do to stop condensation settling on the cold surfaces of the reveal? Is there a way of creating a barrier?
@@RestWithin If you have the available depth on the window frame you can install insulated reveals i.e. something like 20mm PIR insulated plasterboard. Oftentimes this will end up with finished very near the glazing though, especially on door sets with skirting boards.
I think you need to look outside first where the water coming through, fix that first then inside..