BS 5250(2011) : 2011

Superseded

CODE OF PRACTICE FOR CONTROL OF CONDENSATION IN BUILDINGS

Available format(s)

Hardcopy , PDF

Superseded date

23-12-2021

Language(s)

English

Published date

01-01-2011

Publisher

British Standards Institution

Foreword
1 Scope
2 Normative references
3 Terms and definitions
4 Design to avoid moisture related problems
5 Guidance to builders and owners
6 Remedial works
Annexes
Annex A (informative) - Moisture in buildings
Annex B (informative) - Diagnosis of dampness problems
Annex C (informative) - The temperature and moisture
        content of air
Annex D (normative) - Calculating condensation risk
Annex E (informative) - Properties of materials
Annex F (normative) - Application of design principles -
        Floors
Annex G (normative) - Application of design principles -
        Walls
Annex H (normative) - Application of design principles -
        Roofs
Annex J (informative) - Application of design principles
        at junctions
Annex K (informative) - Application of design principles -
        Occupied space ventilation
Annex L (normative) - Application of design principles -
        Heating
Annex M (informative) - Guidance for builders
Annex N (informative) - Guidance for occupiers on how to
        avoid damaging condensation
Bibliography

Provides recommendations and guidance on avoiding problems with high moisture levels and condensation in buildings.

Committee	B/540/2
DevelopmentNote	Supersedes BS 5250(2002) and 11/30171810 DC. (12/2011) Supersedes 16/30339578 DC. 2011 Edition Re-Issued in July 2016 & incorporates AMD 1 2016. (08/2016)
DocumentType	Standard
Pages	100
PublisherName	British Standards Institution
Status	Superseded

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