Hygrothermal Behavior, Building Pathology and Durability

Collating the best recent research on the topic, this volume presents a new durability approach for historic buildings and aims to systematize and disseminate the latest knowledge related to construction pathology, hygrothermal behavior and durability.

Reducing the Risk of Microbial Growth on Insulated Walls by Improving the Properties of the Surface Materials.- Biological Defacement of External Thermal Insulation Composite Systems (ETICS).- Effectiveness and Durability of Biocides in Building Coatings – Biological Aspects.- Hygrothermal Conditions and Mould Growth Potential in Cold Attics – Impact of Weather, Building System and Construction Design Characteristics.- Controlled Ventilation of Historic Buildings – Assessment of Impact on the Indoor Environment via Hygrothermal Building Simulation.- Degradation Control of Historical Walls with Rising Damp Problems.- Hygrothermal Performance and Damage Risk of Green Roofs.- Applicability of the Pull-Off Test: Teachings from a Large Sample of In-Situ Tests.- Moisture Robustness during Retrofitting of Timber Frame Walls with Vacuum Insulation Panels – Experimental and Theoretical Studies.- Wind Resistance Evaluation to Dynamic Response of Mechanically Anchored Waterproofing Membrane System.-