DESIGNING ARCHITECTURAL WALL PANELS AS RAINSCREENS THAT ACCOUNT FOR WIND

摘要

Moisture intrusion in a wall system can be the cause of building defects, as well as of health ailments for the building's occupants. Moisture sources differ depending on climate, construction practices and occupant lifestyles, but some common sources of moisture that present in all climates are construction moisture, elevated relative humidity, precipitation and groundwater sources.