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Field experience with moisture management - putting principles into practice

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  1. National Research Council of Canada. NRC Institute for Research in Construction
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ConferenceBSI 2003 Proceedings of the Seminar Series, October 2003-January 2004, 15 Locations across Canada
Abstract
Designers, building envelope specialists and home builders must integrate applicable theory and appropriate practice to manage moisture in their wood-frame construction projects, with both the theory and practice tailored to local conditions. To be successful they must understand:The interior environment that they are creating and the local climateThe moisture management theory that applies in their geographic locationThe materials, components and systems that are locally availableThe local trade capability and 'traditional'construction techniquesHow to communicate the design intentWhat is acceptable design and construction and how to evaluate it.
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  • IRC Building Science Insight 2003 Seminar Series: 1–21.
NoteAussi disponible en français: Contrôle de l'humidité, expérience sur le terrain et mise en pratique des principes
LanguageEnglish
Peer reviewedNo
NRC numberNRCC-46908
NRC-IRC-16102
NPARC number20377904
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