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Condensation staining patterns are frequently more apparent towards the junctions of walls, floors and ceilings, with the greatest focus in corners. This gives rise to the characteristic crescent shaped formation, shown here with severe black mould growth. |
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Severe condensation on the kitchen ceiling of this basic dwelling. High occupation, under-heating, the use of liquid-based fuel heaters, the drying of clothes internally, lack of adequate ventilation or thermal insulation, and poor design (bathroom leading off the kitchen to the ground floor) all contributed to this problem. The occupants were found to be in severe fuel poverty. |
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Surface mould on bedroom wallpaper. This is characteristic of condensation staining. |
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Condensation due to poor ventilation. |
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Condensation in a bathroom. |
