Repairing damp walls: a simple and economical DIY method

your walls, groundwater naturally rises through the pores of the building materials, like in a sponge. This phenomenon intensifies over time, especially if the foundations are not protected by a damp-proof course. As a result, moisture seeps in, causing blisters, white efflorescence, and sometimes plaster deterioration.

But before you panic, know that there is a preventative DIY solution, easy to implement, without complicated equipment or a large budget.

What you need to take action

Materials needed:

Water-repellent or moisture-resistant mortar (available in DIY stores)

Trowel or spatula

Hard brush

Protective gloves

Dust mask (optional but recommended)

Objective: to create a

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