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Condensation in Domestic Pitched Roofs

Synopsis
When condensation occurs in the interior of a house roof the timber or timber-based material absorbs water. In the long term the timber may lose strength and fail to support the roof. Shows the causes and treatment of this condensation in domestic pitched roofs and methods of improving ventilation to overcome the problems.
Series
Architectural Newsreel, Series
Language
English
Country
Great Britain
Medium
Video; Videocassette. Standard formats. col. 6 min.
Year of production
1979
Availability
OUT OF DISTRIBUTION
Notes
For availabiliy information, contact: Building Research Establishment.
Uses
First or second year construction or environmental control courses, continuing education courses for architects, technicians, builders.*
Subjects
Engineering
Keywords
buildings; condensation in buildings; houses; roofs

Production Company

Name

Ord (Keith Z) & Co

Sponsor

Name

Building Research Establishment Film Unit

Notes
Programmes for sale through Construction Research Communications Ltd
Name

Central Office of Information

Phone
020 7928 2345
Fax
020 7928 5037
Address
Hercules Road
LONDON
SE1 7DU
Notes
Contact: Vince Sannessee

Distributor

Name

CFL Vision

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