Description

Oriented strand board (OSB) is a building material used in new Canadian residential household construction. OSB emits formaldehyde, a suspected carcinogen that may pose a health risk to residents of Canadian households. This study employs a time-averaged mass balance model and Monte Carlo simulations under quasi-steady state conditions to assess indoor concentrations of formaldehyde attributed to the presence of OSB wall sheathing within the building envelope of single-detached Canadian households. This study suggests 7.6% to 14% of the total indoor concentration of formaldehyde could be attributed to the off gassing of OSB wall sheathing during initial homeowner occupancy.

Citation: ASHRAE/IBPSA-USA Bldg Simulation Conf, Sept 2018

Product Details

Published:

2018

Number of Pages:

8

Units of Measure:

Dual

File Size:

1 file , 900 KB

Product Code(s):

D-BSC18-C040