Preserving Legacy Buildings

Marion F. Mecklenburg, Ph.D.; Charles S. Tumosa, Ph.D.; and Alan Pride ASHRAE / 2004 / 6 pages

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Although preserving museum collections is vital, it is equally important to consider the failure mechanisms of the build- ings that house those collections. A combination of research, survey, and experience with high-profile buildings at the Smithsonian Institution has led to broadening the indoor environmental guidelines. The new environmental guidelines are 45% RH 8% RH and 70F (21C) 4oF (2C).

Citation: ASHRAE Journal, Vol. 46, No. 6, June 2004

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