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Howard_Casto:

--- Quote from: Dawgz Rule on July 05, 2013, 08:14:14 pm ---
--- Quote ---I've been toying around with the idea of using a sealant, but keep reading conflicting opinions on using them on concrete. 
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I've noticed the same in regards to vapor barriers on basement walls as well.   Some say that a vapor barrier is an absolute must on studded walls in the basement.  Others say different because it will simply trap the moisture within the void between the studded wall and the concrete.

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And both are 100% correct, which is the annoying thing.  If your outdoor barrier is pretty good then sealant is a good idea... it keeps moisture from within the room and/or very minor leaks via things like that hole he mentioned from collecting in the concrete (which takes a while to dry out).  But if you are getting a lot of moisture from outside leeching in, it will trap this moisture and lead to mold. 

I would look into what Chad said.  Treat your mold and clean it all out.  Then wait for a big storm and/or get outside with the garden hose and see if you get any significant moisture leakage. 

shponglefan:

--- Quote from: ChadTower on July 05, 2013, 08:56:53 pm ---
Is there a chance that mold is really from a flood and not seepage?

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I don't think so.  I know there used to be a crap ton of cardboard boxes shoved against this wall, so I have a feeling it was simply a case of trapped moisture/condensation not being able to dry out.  And especially during this time of year, when the climate is pretty damp.

Howard_Casto:
Oh one more suggestion.  Get a de-humidifier.  Even a small portable one will do wonders in a humid basement. 

Dawgz Rule:

--- Quote ---Oh one more suggestion.  Get a de-humidifier.  Even a small portable one will do wonders in a humid basement.
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Great suggestion.  A dehumidfier makes a big, big, difference.

ChadTower:

I wouldn't even call that a suggestion.  That's more like a Commandment.


Thou shalt have a dehumidifier in thy basement.

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