The durability and service life of building materials and components is a topic of growing interest all over the world. The pursuit of sustainable development is highlighting such issues as life cycle assessment of materials and building products, recycling and reuse of materials, use of substitute raw materials etc., and in this way the demand for knowledge on degradation factors and processes, service life data and life cycle economy. This book presents the latest research and developments and offers researchers and practitioners articles from around the world on the main topics: prediction methods and modelling; measurement and characterisation of degradation environment; degradation mechanisms and materials characterisation; service life data; field studies and evaluation methods; service life testing; design for durability; maintenance planning and procedures; standardisation and regulations. This is the 7th in the series of triennial international conferences on the durability of building materials and components.
