leecheng_kong 0 Report post Posted June 12, 2010 Hi, Has any one encountered this problem before - water droplets on parquet flooring! Its seems to be water condensation from the unit downstairs as they on the aircon at very low temperatures and like 24/7 ! Any way to prevent the water condensation ? We have bought a Novita dehumidifier but the sound of the dehumidifier is quite noisy. Shouldn't the developers insulate the floors such that these kinds of problem don't happen? Anyone familiar with insulation work which developers should do to prevent this kind of problems? TIA Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
leechaorui 2 Report post Posted June 30, 2010 Hi, Has any one encountered this problem before - water droplets on parquet flooring! Its seems to be water condensation from the unit downstairs as they on the aircon at very low temperatures and like 24/7 ! Any way to prevent the water condensation ? We have bought a Novita dehumidifier but the sound of the dehumidifier is quite noisy. Shouldn't the developers insulate the floors such that these kinds of problem don't happen? Anyone familiar with insulation work which developers should do to prevent this kind of problems? TIA I think developers in general don't insulate floor but the cement and structure separating each floor is quite thick. You may want to check if water seepage is from other sources. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bepgof 20 Report post Posted June 30, 2010 (edited) Hi, Has any one encountered this problem before - water droplets on parquet flooring! Its seems to be water condensation from the unit downstairs as they on the aircon at very low temperatures and like 24/7 ! Any way to prevent the water condensation ? We have bought a Novita dehumidifier but the sound of the dehumidifier is quite noisy. Shouldn't the developers insulate the floors such that these kinds of problem don't happen? Anyone familiar with insulation work which developers should do to prevent this kind of problems? TIA Guess your room should be quite warm, high humidity and little air flow. Try switching on fan making air moves, and/or switch on aircon as well, if the room installed with one. Edited June 30, 2010 by bepgof Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Buster 0 Report post Posted August 26, 2010 Hi, Has any one encountered this problem before - water droplets on parquet flooring! Its seems to be water condensation from the unit downstairs as they on the aircon at very low temperatures and like 24/7 ! Any way to prevent the water condensation ? We have bought a Novita dehumidifier but the sound of the dehumidifier is quite noisy. Shouldn't the developers insulate the floors such that these kinds of problem don't happen? Anyone familiar with insulation work which developers should do to prevent this kind of problems? TIA Hi, I am also having the same problem. The floor is always very cold to touch and certain areas especially under the furniture will have water droplets formed. I only notice this when we came back from overseas and half of our bedroom is totally wet. Have asked the developer to check but it seems like they do not know what is the problem. The problem is so bad that we need to change the flooring as some of it is damaged and have rotted due to the constant water exposure. Recommendation from BCA is that we check with the architect from the developer on why this is happening. If the water condensation is indeed caused by the unit downstairs, is it possible to seek compensation for any damage caused as a result of it as we need to change the floor that is damaged? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bepgof 20 Report post Posted August 26, 2010 (edited) Hi, I am also having the same problem. The floor is always very cold to touch and certain areas especially under the furniture will have water droplets formed. I only notice this when we came back from overseas and half of our bedroom is totally wet. Have asked the developer to check but it seems like they do not know what is the problem. The problem is so bad that we need to change the flooring as some of it is damaged and have rotted due to the constant water exposure. Recommendation from BCA is that we check with the architect from the developer on why this is happening. If the water condensation is indeed caused by the unit downstairs, is it possible to seek compensation for any damage caused as a result of it as we need to change the floor that is damaged? One hand cannot clap. Your house has too many water vapour = high humidity and still air (always close windows? with sunlight in?) Once air circulate, should bot have this problem. My neighbour below switched on aircon 18hr per day. I "visited" them due to this, asked them to adjust the FCU's damper downward. My granite flooring "wet" at first, after realised the importance of "ventilation of air", now no more wet, but cold. Mil & wife has to wear slippers, I still "strong" bear foot and sometime look for the "colderst" floor to sleep le. Edited August 26, 2010 by bepgof Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Warrior88 0 Report post Posted August 26, 2010 My Mitsubishi Industries Air con comes in 3D air fan. I lao liao, cannot always take air con directly. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Buster 0 Report post Posted August 26, 2010 One hand cannot clap. Your house has too many water vapour = high humidity and still air (always close windows? with sunlight in?) Once air circulate, should bot have this problem. My neighbour below switched on aircon 18hr per day. I "visited" them due to this, asked them to adjust the FCU's damper downward. My granite flooring "wet" at first, after realised the importance of "ventilation of air", now no more wet, but cold. Mil & wife has to wear slippers, I still "strong" bear foot and sometime look for the "colderst" floor to sleep le. Unfortunately, it is unlikely due to high humidity as we have also tried turning on the dehumidifier 24/7 and opening windows during the day, but problem still persists. Hai, now awaiting for the architect to check and get back to us. Never had this problem until this recent tenant moved in and our floor starts to feel like "winter" first before it starts to "cry". Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bepgof 20 Report post Posted August 26, 2010 (edited) Unfortunately, it is unlikely due to high humidity as we have also tried turning on the dehumidifier 24/7 and opening windows during the day, but problem still persists. Hai, now awaiting for the architect to check and get back to us. Never had this problem until this recent tenant moved in and our floor starts to feel like "winter" first before it starts to "cry". Liquid must be from "somewhere", either pipes leakage (underneath floor? You got hot water supply ?)( Residential in northern part has pipes carryng hot water, buried underneath floor) or condensation from air. What makes(conditions) water condensation? Think. Edited August 26, 2010 by bepgof Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Buster 0 Report post Posted September 20, 2010 Just an update. The architect has examined the area and determined that the water was due to condensation on the floor which is extremely cold. This is in turn caused by the operation of the air-con downstairs being turned on at extremely low temperature and for long periods of time. The solution is either for the unit downstairs to build a false ceiling with wool insides or to change the temperature settings and usage pattern of the air-con. According to the architect, it is useless to change our damage flooring now if there are no changes downstairs as the problem will definately come back and damage the new flooring. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tansn 0 Report post Posted September 21, 2010 Excessive moisture are the main reason for premature deterioration of parquet wood which will then invite the small 'six-legged friends' to stay at the home. Here are ways to quickly settle your moisture issue. 1) Don't leave things around on the floor. Put them in well portable storage spaces. 2) Buy dehumidifiers for your individual rooms. 3) Complain to your building contractor. (HDB / Condo Management), if this is the cause of your neighbour's aircon condenser. 4) This thing may stay for quite some time before the problem really disappear so bear with it! 5) When the problem is settle, apply a new coat of wax on your parquet. And maintain every 3 -6 months if possible. I hope these will help you. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
