Damp walls
An invisible danger
Damp walls are a common problem in many households. They are often caused by water damage, incorrect heating, poor ventilation, leaks or inadequate sealing (especially external sealing), all of which should be repaired. If the moisture is not immediately and professionally dealt with, it can penetrate deep into the masonry and cause mould, which later appears on the surface.
Mould, health risks & remediation
The problem with damp walls
Damp walls can cause a variety of problems. They promote mould growth, damage the fabric of the building, increase heating costs and can spread unpleasant odours. The moisture increases the humidity in the room, which promotes the growth of microorganisms, causes plaster to crumble, wallpaper to peel off and even metal parts to rust. This damage can not only significantly affect the fabric of the building, but also cause high repair costs and pose health risks.
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If a wall is damp, mould can quickly start to form. It is therefore advisable to react quickly after water damage and dry out the wall again.
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Damages the building fabric
Moisture not only penetrates the walls, but can also attack the fabric of the building. Damp walls are therefore a danger to your home. Horizontal waterproofing can provide an initial remedy.
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Increases
Energy costs
Soaked brickwork conducts heat quickly to the outside. As water conducts energy up to 28 times faster than air, heating costs rise rapidly.
Why mould forms
Causes of damp walls
If you wait too long, damp walls will have to be renovated. Therefore, make sure to dry out all the moisture from the masonry to avoid the need for expensive repairs. You can also install a horizontal barrier to prevent moisture from rising and make sure that the room is ventilated regularly to prevent the humidity from increasing any further.
How it works
Sustainable drying with Mould-DRY
Mould-DRY
Drying damp walls
Mould-DRY offers an effective solution for removing moisture fromwalls. The system works silently and utilises the capillary action of the masonry to dry the wall bit by bit. The simple plug & play installation makes it possible to fit and extend the modules without the help of a specialist or DIY enthusiast. Mould-DRY completely dispenses with chemical agents and helps to prevent renewed dampness.
Silent operation
Mould-DRY works secretly, quietly and silently. You won’t be disturbed by any whirring, beeping or humming in everyday life, making it the perfect solution for every household.
Drying through capillary action
Easy to install
Thanks to the simple plug & play principle installation, Mould-DRY is ideal for people without specialist knowledge. Set up, plug in and dry – additional modules can be connected very easily.
How does Mould-DRY work?
Mould-DRY heats from the back and front.
The heat from the backside penetrates the masonry and dries the wall by capillary action.
A wall dries by capillary action like a blotting paper. No matter where you start to dry the blotting paper, the moisture will be drawn to that point and dry there.
The heat produced on the front side forms a heat carpet in front of the wall and supports capillary drying.
How much surface area does a heating element dry and how many elements do I need?
In the event of greater moisture or mould infestation, one module is required per metre of wall (this is why there are also cheaper set offers).
If you place a Schimmel-Dry heating element horizontally near the floor, it will dry damp walls over a distance of approx. 1 metre of wall width and the entire wall upwards to a room height of approx. 2.5 – 3 metres.
In corners, two modules should always be installed (on the left and right sides) so that the drying can work into the depths of the corner.
For light moisture or mild mould infestation, one module per 1.5 linear metres is sufficient.
How much electricity does Mould-DRY consume per day?
A Mould-DRY element with a power consumption of 50 watts (+/-10%) uses about 1.2 kWh of electricity (+/-10%) in 24 hours of full operation, similar to a conventional 50-watt light bulb.
By using a timer after the initial drying phase, consumption can be reduced accordingly.
For example, if the element is switched on for 1 hour and then switched off for 2 hours, consumption is reduced by two thirds. Often, after the masonry has dried, a daily operation of 4 hours is sufficient to maintain dryness, which significantly reduces operating costs.
Why does Mould-DRY save more energy than it consumes?
- Energy remains energy!
The heat produced by Mould-DRY is not lost in the room and your main heating system also has to heat less for precisely this heat.
- However, there is another important point here – the SAVING of energy!
Damp walls are not only a breeding ground for mould, they are also bad for the indoor climate and increase heating costs.
An increased moisture content in the masonry changes the natural insulating properties and the increasingly expensive heat energy escapes uselessly through the damp walls. The moisture ensures that the masonry works like a heat conductor, as water conducts energy up to 28 times faster than air.
As a rule of thumb, it can be said that a moisture penetration of only 4% reduces the insulation capacity by half. At 10%, the thermal insulation value is only a quarter, which leads to a massive increase in heating costs.
With every one percent increase in wall dryness with Mould-DRY, you not only prevent mould, you also save heating costs and therefore money.
The convincing method
Moisture regulation with Mould-DRY
With Mould-DRY, you can avoid costly renovations and solve your moisture problems independently. The system dries interior and exterior walls, thermal bridges and basements efficiently and sustainably. See the benefits of Mould-DRY for yourself and ensure a dry, mould-free home.
Your key to a mould-free home.
Mould-DRY
Simple. Effective. Sustainable.
