Navigating Water Vapour Diffusion in Building Materials
Moisture management in buildings requires a deep understanding of the sd-value and MNs/g. These metrics help determine how materials resist and transmit water vapor, which is crucial in preventing condensation and structural issues. Learn how these values can guide better material choices for long-lasting, healthy buildings.
Relative Humidity, Condensate and Building Materials
Relative humidity and temperature play a key role in building moisture management. Condensation forms when warm, humid air meets cold surfaces, leading to issues like mold growth and structural damage. Learn how to control condensation through proper insulation, ventilation, and humidity management to create healthier, more durable buildings.
Condensation, mould and your health
Neglecting heating in your home can invite mould, which poses serious health risks over time. Exposure to mould spores can lead to allergies, asthma, and other respiratory issues. Learn when it's safe to handle mould removal on your own and when it's best to call in the experts.
Water Content in Construction Timber
Moisture content in construction timber is a critical factor that influences structural integrity and longevity. Excess moisture can lead to mold, decay, and even misdiagnosed condensation issues. Learn how to manage timber moisture effectively through proper storage, ventilation, and monitoring to prevent costly damage and ensure your building’s durability.
Strap and Line - Interior Insulation
Enhancing thermal insulation for historic facades while preserving aesthetics requires careful planning. Discover how interior insulation, vapour barriers, and hydrophobisation can protect both historical and modern structures from condensation, mould, and thermal bridges. Ensure long-lasting energy efficiency with the right materials and methods.
Building an indoor swimming pool: the building physics most designers get wrong
An indoor pool is one of the most demanding building environments you can create — and standard construction approaches aren't up to the job. Here's what actually needs to go right with vapour control, insulation, materials, and dehumidification.
That dew on your fancy new windows? It's not a defect. It's proof they're working.
You wake up to condensation on your brand new double glazing and assume something's gone wrong. It hasn't. Here's what's actually happening — and the one thing your installer probably forgot to tell you.
Mould in buildings: what the science actually says — and why we still want it gone
The "toxic mould" story is more complicated than the headlines suggest. Recent research shows the health links aren't as direct as assumed. But that's not a reason to ignore mould — it's a reason to understand what it's really telling you about your building.
