Insulation Theory
Insulation makes good economic sense as it reduces energy consumption in buildings. Insulation as a single investment pays for itself … Read More
Adapted Vapour Control for Durable Building Enclosures
Well-insulated building envelope systems are subject to alternating vapour pressure gradients. Therefore the installation of traditional vapour barriers or retarders … Read More
Influence of Rain Water Leakage on the Hygrothermal Performance of Exterior Insulation Systems
This investigation shows that ETICS on light weight structures pose no moisture problem in cold and moderate climates when the … Read More
Performance of Innovative Vapor Retarders Under Summer Conditions
Moisture problems resulting from conventional vapor control strategies have inspired the development of innovative vapor retarders. The performance of two … Read More
Long-term Performance of External Thermal Insulation Systems
Since the early 1960s, External Thermal Insulation Composite Systems (ETICS, EOTA name used below) also called External Wall Insulation Systems … Read More
Rising Damp
Rising damp is a common phenomenon in older buildings, particularly those constructed without a damp-proof course. In simple terms, it … Read More
Technical Manual, Internal Wall Insulation – NBT Refurb System IWI – Pavadentro
The modernisation of old and historic buildings where changes to the external façade are not permit- ted can present a … Read More
Rising Damp & its Control
Rising damp is not the most common form of dampness encountered in buildings; this is left to condensation. However, it … Read More
“Moisture Exchange” Performance of OSB and Plywood Structural Panels
Currently, most code authorities accept the functional equivalence of plywood and OSB structural panels. This position is pro moted strongly … Read More
Optimum Glazing in the regions of Europe under Considering the Embedded Energy
It is evident, that the U-value of glazing will decrease by increasing the number of panes and low-e-coatings, so the … Read More
Laboratory Report – Water Vapour Permeability of Stormdry Treated Brick
The water vapour permeability (WVP) of a material is a measure of the rate at which water vapour can pass … Read More
Dry Rot and its Control – A Guide to the Biology, and the Control of Dry Rot using Safeguard ProBor Boron Preservatives
The wood destroying fungus, Serpula lacrymans, is commonly known as dry rot. However, the name ‘dry rot’ might be considered … Read More