RR-0104: Solar Driven Moisture in Brick Veneer
Brick is a reservoir cladding, meaning that it absorbs and stores water (rain) when it becomes wet. In some homes, with brick veneer cladding systems, mold contamination has occurred within exterior wall cavities. In some homes, wood decay at bottom plates has also occurred.
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Building Science Corporation
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2008/10/15
