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…problems with installing carpet on a concrete slab. The first is the possibility that water in the form of liquid water and/or water vapor will come up through the slab, causing chronic dampness in the carpet leading to mold growth. This problem is not unique…

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…in a warm or hot climate, include shade in your landscape design to help cut solar heat gain and cooling costs. Shade and water vapor provided by trees can reduce surrounding air temperatures as much as nine degrees Fahrenheit. To use shade effectively…

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…down the road. Newer products are being used by professionals that coat the surface to trap and kill the mold but also allow water vapor from the wood to escape. Professional Remediation vs. DIY Project Early detection of mold growth may present an easy…

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…not needed for the process can create a network of air-filled tunnels or capillaries. The concrete then wicks water and water vapor through those pathways. As concrete ages, the capillaries can get larger from freezing, thawing and erosion. Footing…

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…with regard to moisture. Stucco needs to breathe to allow water vapor to pass through it and away from the home, while wood must…
…hardened state, stucco is permeable and can breathe, allowing water vapor to escape rather than getting trapped behind the surface…

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…paint job fails for several reasons, according to the U.S. Cooperative Extension Service. Outside moisture or inside water vapor moving through the house walls may have penetrated the wood, causing blistering and peeling. Oil-base paints subjected…

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…the end grain of the wood. House Paint Problems Always correct problems and prime before applying a finish coat. Water vapor moving through walls to the outside paint can come from plumbing leaks, sink or tub overflows, or from cooking and using…

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