I'm pretty sure I've got penetrating damp (happens only when there's heavy rain) and my DIY book says I should use water-repellent paint all over the exterior wall to cure the problem.
I've looked on the 'net and found this:
However, I visited B & Q and found Thomson's water proof paint at £8/5 litre or £2.50/litre.
Is any of this stuff any good?
How long does it last?
Is there any special recommendation?
Another Dave
A simple comparison between the information provided on the supplied link and that at
Peter K
I've had excellent results with this
think carefully before painting anything on to it.
yes quite. Penetrating damp patches suggests a non-cavity wall, which suggests a historic property. Rain repellant paints really arent the best solution. Ask people with the subject knowledge:
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