Damp and Mould Help in Cuxton

The short answer

Cuxton homes range from old village houses to later builds, so the cause of damp varies from house to house. Most damp is condensation, but check gutters, pointing, drains and ground levels first, then ventilation and heating habits. A loft-mounted dehumidifier suits owner-occupied homes with lofts and condensation, but not leaks or rentals.

A village on the river and the chalk

Cuxton is a village and civil parish in the Medway unitary authority, on the left bank of the River Medway in the North Downs, in postcode district ME2. Published sources record a church of St Michael and All Angels with much Norman architecture, four houses in Upper Bush that date from the 14th century, and the Tudor mansion Whorne's Place, demolished in 1782 with an outlying granary surviving as a house.

Brickmaking was a major industry from the mid-1800s until the 1970s, and a large chalk quarry worked by Rugby Cement has since closed and been landscaped. Cuxton railway station is on the Medway Valley line between Strood and Maidstone.

What that means for your walls

Old solid walls take a long time to warm and often have little insulation, so internal surfaces stay cold and moisture condenses on them.
Cement repairs and modern paint on older masonry can trap moisture instead of letting it escape.
Extensions of different ages can meet at a cold junction where condensation collects.
Gutters, downpipes and drains that discharge against a wall can soak it from outside. Fix those before blaming humidity.

Is Dryzen right for a home in Cuxton?

Dryzen is a loft-mounted dehumidifier for owner-occupied homes with condensation-type damp. A unit covers up to 150 m2 and removes up to 12 litres a day. It is not suitable for rentals unless the landlord authorises the changes, it needs a loft, and it will not fix leaks or rain penetration. If your home is listed or in a conservation area, check with Medway Council before altering anything.

Questions we are asked

Are older houses in Cuxton more prone to damp?

Older solid-walled houses can hold moisture and stay cold, but age alone does not tell you the cause. Check gutters, pointing and ground levels first, then ventilation and heating habits.

Is my Cuxton home listed or in a conservation area?

Some old buildings in the village may be listed. Ask Medway Council whether yours is listed or in a conservation area before altering walls or windows.

Does Dryzen work for flats or houses without lofts?

No. The unit is mounted in the loft, so a loft is required.

What humidity should I aim for?

Use a hygrometer and set a sensible target such as 50 to 55 percent. Dryzen's range is adjustable between 40 and 70 percent. For the full evidence, calculator and printable cheat sheet, see The Healthy Home Humidity Guide.

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Sources: Wikipedia: Cuxton; GOV.UK: Understanding and addressing the health risks of damp and mould in the home.

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