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How long does a brick wall take to dry out?
We had a leaking gutter for months and the brickwork on that side got soaked right through. Now it's fixed, how long before the wall is dry enough to replaster inside?
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"But if the plaster is dry then you can re paint. But even so put a stain blocker on it first as the water mark may show through again."
Answered on 7th Aug 2026 - Member since Jan 2025 -
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"Once the source of the water has been fixed, it’s best to let the wall dry naturally. Depending on how saturated it became, this could be anywhere from a few weeks to several months. I’d check the moisture levels before plastering to make sure the wall is dry enough."
Answered on 7th Aug 2026 - Member since Jul 2024 -
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"About one month per ince in thickness this will also depend on the weather"
Answered on 7th Aug 2026 - Member since Nov 2025 -
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