Damp course definitions

damp course

A course or layer of impervious material which prevents capillary entrance of moisture from the ground or a lower course. Often called damp check.
Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/22187

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Damp Course

A course or layer of impervious material which prevents vertical penetration of water by capillary action.
Found on http://www.selectstone.com/architectural-resources/stone-glossary/

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