Measure Guideline: Internal Insulation of Masonry Walls

J.F. Straube; K. Ueno; C.J. Schumacher

Measure Guideline: Internal Insulation of Masonry Walls

J.F. Straube, K. Ueno, C.J. Schumacher

Building Technologies and Science Center

Building Science Corporation

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Abstract

This measure guideline provides recommendations for interior insulation assemblies that control interstitial condensation and durability risks; recommendations for acceptable thermal performance are also provided. An illustrated guide of high-risk exterior details (which concentrate bulk water), and recommended remediation details is provided. This is followed by a recommended methodology forrisk assessment of a masonry interior insulation project: a series of steps are suggested to assess the risks associated with this retrofit, with greater certainty with added steps.

Original language	American English
Publisher	National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL)
Number of pages	112
State	Published - 2012

Bibliographical note

Work performed by Building Science Consortium, Somerville, Massachusetts

NREL Publication Number

NREL/SR-5500-54163

Other Report Number

DOE/GO-102012-3523

Keywords

airtightness
combustion safety
embedded wood members
freeze-thaw
indoor air quality
insulation
interior insulation
interior retrofit
masonry
mass masonry
moisture management
retrofit
spray foam
spray polyurethane foam
thermal performance
water control
water shedding details

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Keywords

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