Closing the Gap Between Design & As-Built Performance – Evidence Review Report
There is now clear evidence of a gap between the designed and as-built energy performance of new homes. This gap … Read More
Finnish Classification of Indoor Environment 2008 Target Values, Design Guidance and Product Requirements
Classification of Indoor Environment 2008 is intended for use in construction and building design and in associated contracting, as well … Read More
Retrofit for the Future: analysis of cost data
The Retrofit for the Future programme has accelerated the emerging domestic retrofit sector in the UK. In 2009, when Retrofit … Read More
New Models for Interstitial Condensation
Importance of Interstitial Condensation. Standards and Regulations Available Models Boundary Conditions Material Properties Which model should be used?
Energy Efficiency and Historic Buildings – Insulating Solid Ground Floors
This publication has been produced to help prevent conflicts between the energy efficiency requirements in Part L of the Building … Read More
EnerPHit – The new Passivhaus refurbishment standard from the Passivhaus Institute
A summary presentation on the EnerPHit standard of retrofit from the Passivhaus Institute and the criteria for certification and achievement … Read More
Chimney Breast Removals
Since the 1960s coal and gas fires have become less fashionable and have been largely replaced by central heating. The … Read More
Basement insulation and humidity
A consultant’s website article with advice on what you need to know before insulating basements.
Understanding Vapor Barriers
This is a detailed guidance paper on difference applications of vapour barriers in difference climates in the US. Where it … Read More
Ontario Best Practice Guide to Full Height Basement Insulation
The purpose of this guide is to help the Ontario new home construction industry install full height basement insulation (“FHBI”). … Read More
Mold and Moisture Dynamics
An introduction to mold and moisture dynamics presented in suscinct technical terms. The article includes the background dynamics, design recommendations, … Read More
Basement sealers to control moisture & water entry
This article discusses options for sealing basement or crawl space floors and walls, or other building foundation walls to stop … Read More