BRE - Damp-proof courses
| Organization: | BRE |
| Publication Date: | 1 January 1993 |
scope:
Water penetration is the prime cause of deterioration in building structures and materials. The presence of excess moisture encourages the growth of moulds and wood-rotting fungi. This Digest discusses moisture exclusion, selection of materials, and installation of damp-proof courses in walls and chimneys.