Effects of Interior and Exterior Insulation on the Hygrothermal behaviour of Exposed Walls
Massive walls exposed to the natural climate without special rain protection show a dynamic moisture equilibrium governed by the alternating … Read More
IP 2-05 Modelling and controlling interstitial condensation in buildings
This paper considers the models that are available to analyse the risk of interstitial condensation within structures. To run the … Read More
Fungal Problems in Historic Buildings
This research paper is a good summary of the types of fungal growth encountered in historic buildings and different methods … Read More
Fabric Improvements for Energy Efficiency
This guide presents a series of practical solutions to improving energy efficiency in traditional and historic buildings, through a range … Read More
The SPAB Research Report 1: U-Value Report
This paper involves the findings of an in-situ monitoring project on the fabric performance of traditional wall assemblies in England. … Read More
Responsible Retrofit of Traditional Buildings
This report looks into key aspects of the responsible retrofit of traditional buildings on behalf of the Department of Energy … Read More
Moisture Durability with Vapor Permeable Insulating Sheathing
Exterior sheathing insulation is an effective strategy in increasing the overall R-value of wall assemblies; other benefits include decreasing the … Read More
Testing for risk of condensation when retrofitting insulation to Victorian solid brick walls – a hygrothermal study
Installing additional insulation is one of the most effective ways of reducing heat loss from a building. However it is … Read More
Dry Bulb, Wet Bulb and Dew Point Temperature
Online definition of dry and wet blulb temperatures
Basements and Crawl Spaces – Indoor airPLUS Technical Guidance (Moisture Control)
Environmental Protection Agency (US) website with summary of guidance for moisture protection in basements and crawl spaces
A review of sprayfoams in different applications (Spray-in-place Polyurethane Foam Insulation)
The information in this document is provided for a better understanding of the science and physics of how buildings work … Read More