Did you ever wonder why breathability works better in some cases or less in others? What are the key factors that determine breathability? This video presents the latest research findings on wetting, drying, breathability and the effect of salts.
00:00 – 1. What Determines Breathability?
01:11 – 1.1. Moisture Barriers
02:14 – 1.2. Surface Energies
05:50 – 2. Two Types of Wetting
06:05 – 2.1. Fresh Water Wetting
06:31 – 2.2. Saline Water Wetting
09:25 – 3. Scientific Experiments and Findings
09:41 – 3.1. Measuring the Surface Charges
10:22 – 3.2. Salts Make the Masonry Damper and Less Breathable
12:24 – Summary