EPS Insulation Mold Resistance
Expanded polystyrene (EPS) rigid foam insulation was tested in accordance with ASTM C1338 “Standard Test Method for Determining Fungi Resistance … Read More
Expanded polystyrene (EPS) rigid foam insulation was tested in accordance with ASTM C1338 “Standard Test Method for Determining Fungi Resistance … Read More
Molds and mildew are fungi that grow on the surfaces of objects, within pores, and in deteriorated materials. They can … Read More
The study carried out laboratory measurements with a full-scale timber frame structure to determine penetration of inert particles with size … Read More
This article is the first of a series looking at upgrade options and issues associated with single‐leaf walls of existing … Read More
Thermal insulation made from wool will have a detectable, but small, moderating influence on variation in the indoor relative humidity … Read More
Mold growth is one of the first signs of biological growth linked to too high local moisture content in structures. … Read More
During the service life of buildings, natural aging and eventual damage of materials due to different chemical, physical, and biological … Read More
Well-insulated building envelope systems are subject to alternating vapour pressure gradients. Therefore the installation of traditional vapour barriers or retarders … Read More
One- and two-dimensional calculation using simple parameters
The Working Group was convened to review available evidence of the effect on health of low indoor temperatures, especially in … Read More
The hygrothermal behaviour of the building envelope affects the overall performance of a building. There are numerous tools for the … Read More