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Understanding attic ventilation
Vented and unvented attic/roof designs can be used in all hygrothermal regions. However, the designs need to be climate sensitive. Control of the ice dams, moisture accumulation and heat gain can be successfully addressed by using vented and unvented attic or roof design. The choice of the venting approach is up to the designer. Vented attic/roof designs have the advantage of a long, proven historical track record. However, they work best with airtight ceiling/attic interfaces and where ductwork and air handlers are not located within attic spaces. Unvented attic/ roof designs have the advantage of providing conditioned spaces for ductwork and air handlers. However, they require different approaches in different climate locations.
Understanding attic ventilation
Vented and unvented attic/roof designs can be used in all hygrothermal regions. However, the designs need to be climate sensitive. Control of the ice dams, moisture accumulation and heat gain can be successfully addressed by using vented and unvented attic or roof design. The choice of the venting approach is up to the designer. Vented attic/roof designs have the advantage of a long, proven historical track record. However, they work best with airtight ceiling/attic interfaces and where ductwork and air handlers are not located within attic spaces. Unvented attic/ roof designs have the advantage of providing conditioned spaces for ductwork and air handlers. However, they require different approaches in different climate locations.
Understanding attic ventilation
Lstiburek, Joseph W. (author)
ASHRAE Journal ; 48 ; 36-45
2006
10 Seiten, 8 Quellen
Article (Journal)
English
Dach , Luftkanal , Baustatik , Klimatisierung
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