Venting of attics & cathedral ceilings

William B. Rose; Anton TenWolde

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Venting of attics & cathedral ceilings

Informally Refereed

Authors:

William B. Rose, Anton TenWolde

Year:

2002

Type:

Miscellaneous Publication

Station:

Forest Products Laboratory

Source:

ASHRAE journal. (Oct. 2002): pages 26-33.

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Abstract

Current building codes typically call for attic ventilation to minimize condensation on the underside of roof sheathing. Summer cooling of attic air, minimizing ice dams, and extending the service life of the roof materials often are cited as additional benefits of attic ventilation. In fact, most asphalt shingle manufacturers warrant their products only for ventilated roofs.

Keywords

Attics, ceilings, heating, ventilation, snow and ice control, roofs, cathedral ceilings, condensation, wooden ceilings

Citation

Rose, William B.; TenWolde, Anton. 2002. Venting of attics & cathedral ceilings. ASHRAE journal. (Oct. 2002): pages 26-33.