Damp Proof Course Floor Level

Damp proofing is defined by the american society for testing and materials astm as a material that resists the passage of water with no hydrostatic pressure.

Damp proof course floor level. Have had water staining and mould on the internal wall for some time. Have recently removed the skirting and 2ft of plaster to reveal brick work and. Waterproof is defined by the astm as a treatment that resists the passage of water under pressure. Discussion in builders talk started by alex carter feb 26 2015.

Tip 1 if a concrete floor is damp all over it is hard to isolate the moisture source. The selection of materials for the damp proof course and its various methods of applications in buildings is discussed. A damp proof course is a barrier usually formed by a membrane built into the walls of a property typically 150 mm above ground level to prevent damp rising through the walls. Alex carter new member.

Apologies i m not a builder just a desperate homeowner. The damp proof course dpc is generally applied at basement levels which restricts the movement of moisture through walls and floors. Damp proof course above internal floor level. Damp proofing concrete floors above ground damp proofing for extensions.

These days damp proof membranes are required in the construction of all new buildings to prevent rising damp. Generally damp proofing keeps moisture out of a building where vapor barriers keep interior moisture from getting into walls. Rising damp and some penetrating damp can be caused by faults to or the absence of a damp proof course dpc or damp proof membrane dpm.