Green Fortnight
Tackling damp and mould – session one
Key Information:
- Date and time
- Thu 05 November 2026
12:00 - 13:30 - Location
- 2S705, Frenchay Campus, Further info
- Cost
- Free
- Attendance
- Booking required
Description
Join us to learn more about strategies to reduce moisture, how relative humidity and temperature work, ventilation basics, how to clean mould safely and investigating any damp or mould issues at home.
We provide participants with a hygrometer (a humidity measuring device) and give homework to do between the two sessions which will be discussed in the session two.
Session two is taking place on 12 November.
Programme
- 12:00 - 12:15: Arrival
- 12:15 - 13:15: Interactive workshop
- 13:15 - 13:30: Refreshments (including tea, coffee and biscuits)
How to attend
This is session one of a two part event. The second session will take place on 12 November. It is necessary to book for an event and attend both parts.
- Cost: Free
- Attendance: Booking required
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