{"id":869,"date":"2021-06-28T08:16:09","date_gmt":"2021-06-28T08:16:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wordpress-799591-2908548.cloudwaysapps.com\/?p=869"},"modified":"2025-10-06T17:58:21","modified_gmt":"2025-10-06T12:28:21","slug":"causes-of-damp-in-bathroom-walls","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.orientbell.com\/blog\/causes-of-damp-in-bathroom-walls\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Main Causes of Damp in Bathroom Walls"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"Damp<\/p>\n

Since the bathroom is continuously exposed to a lot of moisture, it is prone to dampness. The biggest disadvantage of a damp bathroom is that it may cause damage to the building and create an unhealthy indoor environment due to the growth of mould or mildew. Additionally, the\u00a0bathroom tiles<\/a>\u00a0may become loose and the grout can fall off over a period of time.<\/p>\n

Also Read: Monsoon Wall Seepage Solutions: Preventing and Treating Water Leakage from the Walls<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

What are the causes of Damp in Bathroom Walls?<\/h2>\n

Here are the main causes of damp in bathroom walls.<\/p>\n

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  1. Condensation<\/li>\n
  2. Leakage from Roof<\/li>\n
  3. Leaking Pipes<\/li>\n
  4. Wall Cracks<\/li>\n
  5. Leakage from Adjacent Bathrooms<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Condensation<\/h3>\n

    Condensation is one of the main causes of dampness which happens when the warm humid air or steam forms droplets of water on the cold surfaces of the bathroom like the wall tiles<\/a>, windows, ceiling and bare walls. To reduce condensation within the bathroom, it is essential to open the windows and switch on the exhaust fan so that the humid air is replaced with fresh and dry air.<\/p>\n

    \"condensation\"<\/p>\n

    Leakage from Roof<\/h3>\n

    Water may penetrate into the walls and ceiling of the bathroom from the roof or the terrace garden. To control dampness, the roofing should be well maintained and in good condition so that there are no leakages from the water tank.<\/p>\n

    Leaking Pipes<\/h3>\n

    If there is any leakage in the concealed PVC pipes of the bathroom then it may also result in dampness. Therefore the leaking pipes should be rectified and the joints should be sealed with a waterproofing tape during installation. It is highly recommended to use silicon sealants at the junction of the bathroom fittings like bathtub, W.C., commode and the tiles so that there are no leakages from these points.<\/p>\n

    \"Leaking<\/strong><\/p>\n

    Wall Cracks<\/h3>\n

    Rain water has the tendency to enter into the building through the external wall cracks and cause dampness to the bathroom and other areas of the home.<\/p>\n

    Leakage from Adjacent Bathrooms<\/h3>\n

    Whether it is a high-rise building or an independent house, any leakage from an adjacent bathroom on the same floor or from the immediate floor above the bathroom may cause dampness.<\/p>\n

    \"Leakage<\/strong><\/p>\n

    What are the Solution to Damp in Bathroom Walls?<\/h2>\n