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Condensation in electrically heated houses

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ConferenceInternational CIB/RILEM Symposium on Moisture Problems in Buildings, September 10-12, 1974, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
SubjectAir and vapour barriers; electric heating; condensation; attics; hygrothermal control; vapor barriers
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Electrically heated houses without chimneys experience serious attic condensation problems in cold climates. The use of humidity control devices, increased care in installing vapour barriers and more attic ventilation have not resolved the problem and special measures in sealing the house from the attic are indicated.
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  • Proceedings, International CIB/RILEM Symposium on Moisture Problems in Buildings (1974): 1–9.
LanguageEnglish
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IdentifierDBR-RP-632
NRC numberNRCC 14588
NRC-IRC-2755
NPARC number20374952
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