The concept of breathability is paramount in building conservation. Breathability means the fabric of old building needs to be open-pore or permeable to moisture. This way water vapors can penetrate the fabric and moisture can evaporate out from the fabric…
The Effect of Heating - Simple, Non-Technical ExplanationHeating has a very important role in keeping old buildings dry, comfortable and healthy.In building conservation it is a widely accepted idea that slow, steady heating and some ventilation is all you need to keep…
Humidity and temperature variations in buildings - also known as hygro-thermal changes - are well known among building professionals. Heating creates evaporation, while cooling often results in condensation. Because air always contains quite significant amounts of humidity in vapor form…