Sealing cracks in solid floors: a BRE guide to radon remedial measures in existing dwellings
Report BR 239
Document Status
Archived
Supplement
Building Supplement
Series
Report
Abstract
Advises on methods of reducing radon levels in existing dwellings. It is intended for the guidance of householders and builders who seek to reduce radon levels in dwellings by scaling cracks and other discontinuities in solid ground floors. The remedial measures described are mainly for concrete floors laid directly on the ground but some of the principles could be used with suspended concrete floors and, to a lesser extent, with floors consisting of large stone slabs.
Author
Pye, P. W.
ISBN
9780851255606
Subjects
- Building foundations/ground floors
- Environmental issues/energy
- Radon gas
- Building structure
- Pollution/waste disposal/contaminated land
- Special subject areas
Publisher History
BRE is a building science centre that generates new knowledge through research. This is used to create products, tools and standards that drive positive change across the built environment. BRE helps its government and private sector clients meet the significant environmental, social and economic challenges they face in delivering homes, buildings and communities. BRE is owned by the BRE Trust, a registered charity. The Trust uses the profits made by the BRE companies to fund research and education that advances knowledge of the built environment.
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