Metal corrosion in NZ Buildings - Fact sheet 1 (FS1) - Corrosion in coastal buildings
- Abbreviation
- Metal corrosion in NZ Buildings - Fact sheet 1 (FS1)
- Version
- Version 3 - April 2021
- Valid from
- 1/04/2020
- Information provider
- BRANZ Limited,
- Information type
- Fact sheet,
- Format
- PDF,
Description
Sea salt in coastal atmospheres can significantly increase the rate of corrosion of metals used in construction.
Having a basic understanding of how this happens and how it can be reduced or managed can lead to buildings with greater performance and a longer service life.