Internal insulation is a very popular “fix” for the DIY market. From research it would be better to assess the possibility of condensation occurring behind the insulation before progressing with such work. Most people want to insulate using this method because the walls are always cold to the touch and tend to get a layer of condensation at certain times of the year. It may be the case that this surface will get even worse if covered. Continue reading
Heat rises – to prevent unnecessary heat loss, one of the most financially rewarding energy efficient measures a home owner can take is to insulate their attic.
If modern guidelines are followed a 150mm layer of insulation should be placed between the timber joists running across the attic floor and another 150mm should be placed above this in a crossed format.
e.g. If the layers between the joists are layed east-west the crossed 2nd layer would be layed north-south.
Any more than this total 300mm insulation depth would be almost overkill as the effectivesness of additional insulation would be minimal and not likely to be cost effective.
There are those out there who Continue reading
When a client visits an architect they should present an outline of the builing they wish see on print. Often people will have features and room sizes in mind but there is also a lot more to think about if you want the architect to design a building that is functional, beautiful and cost effective to inhabit.
I spoke to one man who decided that he would use the age old method after much research into the building style and its benefits.
“I figured that I was only going to build a house for myself once so why not do something different that I could be proud of.”
The frame of his home was built using timber. Much the same as Continue reading
Definition of rainwater harvesting: The process of gathering rainwater to store and re-use.
The Irish people in the past collected rainwater in barrels at the bottom of their drain pipes. This water was then used for washing clothes, cleaning and in other household roles.
The modern era has given usContinue reading