LoginDescribes the physics of moisture in the home. Suggests four basic strategies for dealing with excess moisture buildup in the home: 1) minimise the entry and release of moisture, 2) protect building components with vapour barriers, 3) remove water vapour with ventilation or dehumidifiers and 4) raise theinside surface temperature of windows.
Reducing moisture problems
Year:
1985
Bibliographic info:
Conference on Moisture Problems in Residential Construction: Separating Myth From Reality, October 17-18, 1985, Seattle, Washington. Sponsored by Washington Energy Extension Service, Oregon State University Extension Energy Program and Puget Power. Paper