Mass Timber Moisture Protection Strategies Through Construction and Occupancy

As interest in mass timber building design grows, there are new protection strategies that must be employed for a successful installation to ensure occupant long-term health and safety. This presentation will explain moisture protection strategies by providing in-depth test results on mass timber wetting and drying studies, methods to protect during each construction phase, and the vapor-permeable protection technology available to address wood’s unique moisture characteristics. All in an effort to create a sustainable, stable structure and preserve the beauty of the mass timber building.

Upon completion of this course, the Learner should be able to:

• Review mass timber definitions
• Understand mass timber’s unique sensitivity to moisture.
• Understand how to mitigate moisture intrusion and its effects on occupants health and safety
• Articulate moisture protection strategies for mass timber building construction phases
• Discuss best practices for designing and installing mass timber protection from heat, air, and moisture flows
• Explain how test results of vapor permeable protection outperform impermeable membranes
• Review best practices for detailing mass timber to protect from moisture damage

Approximately 1 hour. Delivered via webinar or face-to-face presentation. Available sessions shown below.

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