Effects of Dampness

In general, presence of dampness results in poor functional performance, shabby appearance and structural weakness. Following are the effects of dampness:

1. Presence of damp conditions causes efflorescence on the surfaces leading to disintegration of bricks, stones, tiles, etc., and in reduction of strength.
2. Plastering may get softened or crumbled due to dampness.
3. Paints on surfaces may get blistered, bleached and disfigured.
4. Dampness may cause corrosion of metals used in the construction.
5. Materials used as floor coverings, such as tiles, marble stones, etc., may be damaged due to loss of adhesion with the floor bases.
6. Doors and windows and other timber works may get warped due to dampness.
7. All electrical fittings get deteriorated and liable to cause short circuits.
8. Dampness promotes the growth of termites and hence deteriorates materials and causes unhygienic conditions.
9. Dampness added with warmth and darkness leads to breeding of germs which may cause some disease.
10. Dampness creates an unhygienic working condition for the occupants.