PPT-How to Curb the Condensation Problems in Metal Buildings (1)

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How to Curb the Condensation Problems in Metal
Buildings?
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Why does anyone want to own a metal building?

• The main reason for most of the building owners
  is to have a shelter for their belongings like
  recreational vehicles, cars, horses, etc. Whether
  it is being used as a metal farm building, metal
  sheds or any other steel structure, you will
  always expect to keep your essentials protected
  from severe climate conditions, but because of
  some construction flaws, you might face problems
  in your building. Moisture and condensation are
  two of those issues which affect most of the
  steel structures. So, how can you curb these
  problems and maintain the durability strength
  of your metal building?
• Before we learn about some common curatives to
  condensation, first you should know what causes
  this problem in your steel building. Humidity is
  the main reason that is often built due to
  improper building construction, a heating system
  within the building, etc. Two types of
  condensation are commonly known
• Visible Condensation
• Concealed Condensation

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types of condensation

• Visible Condensation It is widely known as
  surface condensation as it condenses on the
  visible surface, which has a temperature below
  dew point temperature. It is commonly seen on
  windows, walls and even wall corners of the
  building. When the air temperature gets saturated
  with moisture, it starts condensing on the
  surface.
• Concealed Condensation Concealed condensation is
  more problematic than the visible condensation
  which is commonly found in the wall and roof
  cavities. It occurs when moist air passes within
  a metal structure and condenses on its surface.

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How can you address condensation issues and make
your metal building safe from such attacks?
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Use Proper Insulation

• Significance of insulation is to regulate
  building temperature that dispels condensation
  occurrence. Apart from this, insulation is also
  crucial to maintain the inner temperature of the
  building when the outside temperature fluctuates
  during day and night. It is also beneficial to
  prevent moisture to seep in a building, causing
  damage to its inner structure as well as develop
  condensation.

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Ensure Strong Foundation

• In your steel structure, if you have a loose
  foundation, or it is not waterproof, there are
  chances that your building will be affected by
  the condensation problem. When you are using
  cement to strengthen your building foundation,
  make sure it isnt more than 1-2 inch wider than
  the shed. You should also take care of proper
  cement curing as too early installation may
  transfer the water from cement to your metal
  workshops, and condensation process will start
  affecting your building structure.

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Put Under Staging Vapor Barrier

• Vapor Barrier is a form of an impermeable layer
  which is placed between two layers to build a
  barrier within. In places where moisture transfer
  from the ground, you need under staging vapor
  barrier between the ground slab and subfloor.
  This is a common way to retard vapors from
  entering your metal structure through the surface
  and cause condensation issues.

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Use Good Sealant

• Metal structure joints and seams are two points
  where sealant must be applied to halt inlet of
  moist or condense air. Instead of entering your
  building, it will roll over metal surface and
  wont hamper your building from inside.
  Similarly, during rainy season sealant ensure
  easy water runoff from the roof. Silicon and
  Mastic are commonly used sealants in the metal
  industry.

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Dont Forget to Include Vents

• Air circulation is always essential to regulate
  internal building temperature with outside. In
  case when moisture enters from one end of your
  building, it will be easily moved out of
  installed air vents. This will facilitate your
  building with proper air circulation that will
  keep it natural and healthy inside.

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Use Dehumidifier

• When you dont want to invest more in building
  renovation, a dehumidifier is the recommended
  solution. Dehumidifier works more like an Air
  Conditioner that absorbs moisture from the air
  and emits clean air, but you should try previous
  points before installing a dehumidifier in your
  building. Reason being, it runs on electricity,
  which will cost you more than other solutions.

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So, which of these options have you used to
secure a metal structure from moist or condense
air?