Damp affects homes throughout the UK, especially any that were created before damp proofing was included in construction. It can be very unpleasant to live in a home with damp walls. But new developments in damp proof wallpaper means you can now damp proof walls. Two kinds of damp Damp is caused due to moisture in the air or in the ground being unable to pass through the walls of a property. The source of the moisture can be external, coming from ‘rising damp’ in the ground beneath your house. Or it can be internal, caused by moisture inside the home which is unable to get out. How to stop it The way you deal with damp in your home will vary depending on whether it’s external or internal damp that’s causing the problem. If it’s external you will most likely need to have a damp proofing course put into your wall to create a barrier between the source of the damp and your internal walls. If the damp is internal in origin, then you should be able to deal with it by make sure the house is well ventilated by opening air vents and windows or, if the problem persists, using a dehumidifier as well as damp proof lining paper or damp proof wallpaper. Damp Proof Lining Paper or Damp Proof Wallpaper? When it comes to damp proofing your walls, there are two slightly different products available to you. Damp Proof Lining Paper, and Damp Proof Wallpaper. Both are designed to create a barrier that will not let moisture pass through. They both contain a layer of foil for this purpose. Damp Proof Lining Paper also has a layer of paper that will create a smooth surface for wallpapering onto, where as Damp Proof Wallpaper has an outer layer of wallpaper. One of the most popular brands is Andertons damp proof wallpaper. So, to sum up, if you have a problem with damp on your walls figure out what’s causing it then treat it with whatever method is best for that kind of damp.