Abstract Introduction: The design of an exterior wall of timber construction where all forms ofplastic can be avoided is not something that is used in today's buildings in Sweden. Thepurpose of the study is to compare two exterior wall constructions where one exteriorwall is used in today's buildings and contains plastic foil. The other wall does notcontain plastic or steam brake.The aim of the report is to compare these two exterior wall constructions from amoisture perspective where the construction without plastic and steam brake is studiedto be able to verify whether it is possible to use this in today's buildings. The questionsto be studied are the following: - What is the basis for the material choices for wooden exterior wall construction? - How do the moisture conditions vary between the selected exterior wall of timberconstructions based on the actual experiment and the theoretical calculations? Method: The study consisted of a combination of qualitative and quantitative methodswhere several collection methods were used such as interviews, experiments andcalculations. The main topic in the study was moisture and with the help of the methodsprimary data were collected, as well as secondary data were collected through themethod literature study. Results: The study showed results how two different exterior wall of timberconstruction vary from each other based on the parameters relative humidity, steamcontent and temperature. The results are reported through tables and diagrams of howthe walls are affected in the worst possible cases regarding moisture surcharge. Analysis: The analysis links the question, the result, and the theoretical frameworktogether. The values presented in the results are linked to the framework wherescientific studies either support or do not support the results that have been producedduring the study. This finally answered the questions that the report was based on. Discussion: This part presents a discussion regarding the results which have beencollected in the study. This section also presents a method discussion containingarguments whether the methods worked or not.

Purpose: The purpose of this study is to examine the problems that occur due to moist in the workplace, as well as the measures that can be taken and which measures are most effective. The study will examine the material storage and how it is being handled in the workplace, exploring what directives the insurance companies have, so the insurance is valid. Lastly the study will compare the different measures based on an economic perspective, time perspective as well as material savings. Method: This study is based on a literature study and a case study. The case study is based on both an interview and a site visit. Information has been gathered from various sources such as books, previously made thesis and various governments websites. The case study for this thesis is conducted at Emausskolan in Västerås. Results: To ensure that the moisture management in the production is good a certified moisture expert is hired. Moisture on materials can be prevented by using just-in-time deliveries and the most optimal solution a weather protection. Directives from the insurance companies regarding moisture management at the workplace and what the entrepreneur is obligated to do after moisture damage has occurred. To minimize moisture and mold growth the workplace should be clean and dry. Self-monitoring and samples were carried out throughout the project to ensure that the work has been performed correctly. Conclusions: The conclusion for this thesis is that challenges for moisture depends on the weather, carelessness, and time pressed schedules. Solutions would be to have a tight climate shell, usage of weather protection and surface treatment on materials. Handling of materials is to a certain degree taken care of in terms of palletized and packaged but not always.