Lesson 3.1.1
What psychrometry is
Psychrometry is the study of measuring or determining the thermodynamic properties of air and water mixtures.
Restoration goals after water intrusion
- Manage the psychrometric properties of the environment.
- Drive moisture through materials effectively.
- Promote evaporation from surfaces.
Impact of water intrusion
It can affect the health and safety of occupants, the functionality of the building, and the building’s lifespan.
Restorers need to understand psychrometry, building systems and assemblies, and moisture behaviour within different materials to restore structure and contents effectively.