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Thermal Bypass by Mark Sidall of Low Energy Architectural Practice: LEAP The Governments legally binding objective of achieving an 80% reduction in national CO2 emissions and the drive for zero carbon homes and buildings is focusing attention upon building design and procurement. The ...
• Select render system. Try to use local materials where appropriate. • Identify requirement of additional consultants / design by specialists • If using a proprietary system, ensure that it is BBA / BRE certified and suitable for the proposed application. • Develop and apply detail d...
The PASS system: how GreenSpec selects products There are variety of methodologies associated with identifying green products. GreenSpec uses the PASS system which combines evidence with expert knowledge. The PASS endorsement process Assessing products for PASS endorsement involves re...
Insulation above the slab increases the heating response time. Temperatures will increase more quickly when the heating system is switched on in comparison with below slab insulation. The insulation zone can be used to run services and underfloor heating. The effect of temperature reg...
When installing / reinstalling a window/door frame, ensure that the gaps around the frame are sealed. Gunned in compatible sealant is suitable for small joints, not forgetting joint cleaning and priming to ensure a good bond, but where the openings are larger, use a pre-compressed fle...
Quality assured Passivhaus: Part 1 In part 1 of a 2 part article, Mark Siddall of Low Energy Architectural Practice: LEAP observes that there appears to be mounting confusion about the PassivHaus standard and PassivHaus Certification. Here he reflects upon the implications of such mis...
SAP rating Scottish Ecological Design Association (SEDA) Secured by Design Self-regulating Sequestration (Carbon) Sick Building Syndrome (SBS) SIPs Site Waste Management Plan (SWMP) Smoke test Soakaway Soft strip Solar panel/collector Solar gain Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC) Sola...
Thermal coating insulation, correction of thermal bridges, energetic revaluation of old buildings, humidity restoration, partition wall acoustic insulation, elimination of acoustic reverberation, thermal screed and acoustic insulation of footfalls • Elasticity suitable for old buildin...
