Incomplete resistance; mould growth and built in furniture in a 1930’s Dublin clinker concrete apartment building

Abstract

Steady state and dynamic simulations tools based on current ISO standards play a crucial role in designing thermal envelopes that are robust and minimise risks of interstitial and surface condensation. These tools, when supplemented by environmental and material data from site, can be used to analyse building failure in a forensic way. In this case study issues of mould and surface condensation observed in 1930’s social housing apartments after a 1990’s service and fabric upgrade were investigated using ISO standards. The results show the roles of IWI, reductions in ventilation and the installation of cabinetry in impacting critical levels of surface temperature. Peer-review under the responsibility of the organizing committee of the ICMB23.