Condensation risk - impact of improvements to Part L and robust details on Part C. Final report: BD2414
Document Status
Current
Supplement
Core Supplement
Abstract
Summarises the analysis of design material and site surveys from 16 housing developments constructed to Part L 2002 which used the Robust Construction Detail compliance route. A second part of the project involved modelling to identify the extent to which "as built" details significantly increased condensation risk when compared with "standard" robust construction details. The modelling also investigated the suitability of the relevant calculation methods used to assess the risk of surface and interstitial condensation and mould growth.
Author
Oreszczyn, T. et al
History
University College London and Leeds Metropolitan University. Report released and published by DCLG in 2011, based on previously unpublished but completed research.
ISBN
9781409828822
Subjects
- Special subject areas
- Ventilation/condensation/damp
- Condensation
Publisher History
Now known as the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government. The Department for Communities and Local Government is a UK Government department that works to create thriving, sustainable, vibrant communities that improve everyone's quality of life. This includes housing, improving public services, regeneration, sustainability and the prevention of anti-social behaviour. They were formerly known as the Office of the Deputy Prime Minister.
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NBS has produced specification systems and information products for construction industry professionals for more than 40 years. The National Building Specification is the recognised UK national standard and is used by over 5,000 organisations. NBS is part of RIBA Enterprises Ltd.
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