adsyb99 Posted November 14, 2013 Share Posted November 14, 2013 Hi, My wife this morning discovered quite a lot of mould growing on the bottom of our 4 month old son's crib as is pretty upset. I'm aware that it's most likely condensation that is causing the issue, but has anyone had a similar issue and had someone help them sort out the cause of the problem? I wouldn't even know if you need a handyman or a damp expert?Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thanks, Adam Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/38440-mould-help/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeremy Posted November 14, 2013 Share Posted November 14, 2013 For an immediate/cheap solution, have you considered buying a dehumidifier?Longer term solution might be installation of ventilation ("passyfier" system). Damp specialists can install these, but I think a general builder/handyman would also do the job just fine. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/38440-mould-help/#findComment-695958 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greenbeanie Posted November 14, 2013 Share Posted November 14, 2013 Hi AdamWe have the same in our flat due to a number of factors, sounds like condensation/ventilation. . I've purchased a dehumidifier which has helped greatly but also - and even on really cold days - I open a window slightly for a period of time to create some air flow. That and regular wiping down of the area. From the sounds of it - I don't think you need a damp expert. Hope that helps a bit. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/38440-mould-help/#findComment-695959 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beagle Posted November 14, 2013 Share Posted November 14, 2013 I can understand her upset.Dehumidify as suggested above and maybe try unibond humidity absorbers too. We have double glazing and rendering, perfect combination for preventing house breathing and I find the unibond things good. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/38440-mould-help/#findComment-695970 Share on other sites More sharing options...
adsyb99 Posted November 14, 2013 Author Share Posted November 14, 2013 Thanks for all the tips, really appreciate it! Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/38440-mould-help/#findComment-695979 Share on other sites More sharing options...
becibec Posted November 14, 2013 Share Posted November 14, 2013 Hi Adam,How is the room ventilated? Do you have windows you can open? Is there central heating, is the room in a basement or a loft? Does the room border a bathroom? Lots of factors effect condensation but if the room is above ground, central heated and well ventalated then it's less likely to be condensation. A dehumidifier is really only needed if you can't ventalate. My experience is as the owner of a damp basement room with ensuite. We had a combination of damp through walls and condensation though mainly condensation. The best thing we did was to get a brilliant fan installed. Windows would have been better but not an option in a basement :(Becky Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/38440-mould-help/#findComment-696150 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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