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Damp patch on celing of spare room, not wet just stained

Posted by Marie , on
Damp patch on celing of spare room, not wet just stained
Chris Plastow

Chris Plastow

If it is a yellow stain it is from water, if grey/black it's from condensation. Previous water stains can 'bleed' through paint even when it is dry. Mould from condensation can grow through paint if over coated . Neither of these conditions require dampness.

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