DETERMINATION OF CONDENSATION AND ITS EFFECT ON INSULATION AND WALL ENVELOP LAYERS

Abstract

The condensation occurs between the building envelope layers is important for both human health and the functioning of the layers. Freezing of the condensed water in cold weather region like 3rd degree-day region means another solid layer that creates freeze-thaw effect. In this study, the amount of condensation between layers for the 3 most commonly used wall types is investigated in Kütahya. The condensation phenomena is determined by Glaser Diagram Method and the condensation amount is calculated by considering climatic data. Wall 3 gives the best result and that one has 0,001696833 kg/h.m2 at 0 ºC, it is 0,002142743 kg/h.m2 at -21 ºC condensed water amount due to low outside temperature.