Performance Predictions for Masonry Walls with Inside Insulation Using Calculation Procedures and Laboratory Testing

Abstract

This paper looks at the traditional masonry wall insulated on the in side. It applies calculation procedures and laboratory testing to the selection of the materials and the details of the design. Special attention is given to the thermal and hygric response of the masonry walls. The study shows that the application of calcu lation methods during design and of laboratory measurements cannot only provide confidence in the prediction of the performance but also give the fundamental in formation required for improvement of the design.