Reviews the requirement in building regulations for cavity barriers in roofs. States need for providing ventilation in the cavities of certain forms of roof construction,particularly those with a continuous waterproof vapour barrier to avoid moisture build-up. Examines how adequate air movement can be provided in both new and existing flat roof voids, designed with or having installed cavity barriers.
Cavity barriers and ventilation in flat and low-pitched roofs.
Year:
1978
Bibliographic info:
B.R.E. digest no.218