Have you ever opened your loft and noticed the smell of damp air, or worse, seen signs of mould or wet insulation? These issues are often caused by high humidity levels leading to condensation—a common and potentially serious problem in homes across the UK. But the good news? It’s both preventable and manageable, using mould resistant paints. In this post, ...

Ever felt frustrated by your cluttered, dull utility room? You’re not alone. Utility rooms often become forgotten spaces in homes, places where practicality overshadows personality; But with a little inspiration and moisture-resistant paints, you can totally transform your utility room into a functional and stylish part of your home. This guide offers easy, creative DIY ideas to refresh your utility ...

Let’s be honest – wet rooms are brutal on walls and floors. Standard paints and coatings don’t stand a chance against constant moisture, high humidity, and the ever-present battle against mould. That’s where internal tanking products come in. Think of them as the armour your walls need to keep water where it belongs. These coatings create a waterproof barrier, stopping ...

Why Landlords Should Treat Mould Properly As a landlord or property manager for residential homes or commercial units, you’ve likely faced the challenge of dealing with mould. Whether it’s a damp patch in a tenant’s bathroom or a musty corner in a retail outlet, mould is more than just a cosmetic issue – it’s a sign of underlying problems that can ...

Have you ever walked into a room in your home and noticed a musty odour? Found unsightly black spots creeping up the walls? If so, you’re not alone. “Mould in home” is a common Google search. Mould and condensation are common problems in many UK homes, especially given the country’s damp climate. But while these issues may be pervasive, they ...

Many city centre based shops operate with their store room in the basement, and with little scope for major renovation work, they must work with what’s to hand, or available at Rawlins Paints. So, in this featured post we’ll look at waterproofing basements, cellars and shop stockrooms. Let’s remove the risk of unsightly stains, damp, mildew, condensation and mould problems, ...

From the Ground Up Tips Rising Damp Treatment Rising damp is an often misdiagnosed problem and there are many people who believe painting over mould or washing down walls will stop it from coming back. Rising damp is not simply mould or mildew, it is an underlying condition that will continue to be recurring until sufficient actions, such as waterproofing ...

Although they seem very similar, damp and condensation are different issues and require different solutions. Hence, there is also a significant difference between damp proof paint and anti-condensation paint. It does boil down to the same thing: moisture is either finding a way into your property or cannot find a way out. A healthy property needs to breathe, with good ...