Conventional laboratory tests for the determination of liquid transport are not fully appropriate for interior insulation purposes, as they tend … Read More
The Trials programme
Wind-driven rain or driving rain is rain that is given a horizontal velocity component by the wind. Wind- driven rain … Read More
Applying an interior insulation often is the only option for a thermal retrofit, especially when heritage buildings are concerned. In … Read More
Rising damp is the common term for the slow upward movement of moisture in the lower parts of walls and … Read More
This article is the first of a series looking at upgrade options and issues associated with single‐leaf walls of existing … Read More
Mold growth is one of the first signs of biological growth linked to too high local moisture content in structures. … Read More
During the service life of buildings, natural aging and eventual damage of materials due to different chemical, physical, and biological … Read More
Well-insulated building envelope systems are subject to alternating vapour pressure gradients. Therefore the installation of traditional vapour barriers or retarders … Read More
One- and two-dimensional calculation using simple parameters
Rising damp is a common phenomenon in older buildings, particularly those constructed without a damp-proof course. In simple terms, it … Read More
Rising damp is not the most common form of dampness encountered in buildings; this is left to condensation. However, it … Read More