BS 5250(2011) : 2011
Superseded
A superseded Standard is one, which is fully replaced by another Standard, which is a new edition of the same Standard.
CODE OF PRACTICE FOR CONTROL OF CONDENSATION IN BUILDINGS
Hardcopy , PDF
12-23-2021
English
01-01-2011
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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
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| 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)
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| DocumentType |
Standard
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| Pages |
100
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| PublisherName |
British Standards Institution
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| Status |
Superseded
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