Insulation
The use of insulation in building fabric will reduce the energy requirement of the building over its lifetime. When considering insulation of homes it is useful to look at some of the technical and design guidance that is available to help you to make effective use of insulation in dwellings.
EST, Energy Efficiency Best Practice in Housing (EEBPH), (July 2003) Internal wall insulation in existing housing: A guide for specifiers and contractors
This is to help specifiers to use insulated internal dry lining on the walls of existing houses. It includes methods of internal insulation, typical properties of insulating materials, U values, design considerations and thermal bridging.
http://www.energysavingtrust.org.uk/download.cfm?p=1&pid=217
EST, EEBPH (Feb 2005) Advanced insulation in housing refurbishment (CE97) EST (Nov 2007) Cavity wall insulation: unlocking the potential in existing dwellings (CE252) |
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EST (Sep 2003) Effective use of insulation in dwellings (CE23)
Aimed at architects, specifiers, installers and those involved in the design and construction of dwellings, this publication describes the levels of insulation likely to meet current best practice for both new build and refurbished dwellings.
http://www.energysavingtrust.org.uk/download.cfm?p=1&pid=219
EST (2003) External wall insulation systems for walls of dwellings CE118/GPG293
A wide range of information on external insulation systems for designers, builders and landlords of existing and new dwellings. Use this guide to compare systems and materials, and to match your requirement to previous case-study examples.
http://www.energysavingtrust.org.uk/download.cfm?p=1&pid=253
EST (Apr 2004) Insulation materials chart - thermal properties and environmental ratings (CE71)
This chart identifies the common uses of synthetic materials and their natural alternatives, detailing their relative conductivity. This is a useful tool when choosing the most suitable materials to conserve energy in the home.
http://www.energysavingtrust.org.uk/download.cfm?p=1&pid=239
EST (July 2003) Internal wall insulation in existing housing CE17/GPG138
This short guide provides ‘extensive information for local authorities, housing associations, landlords and installers on when and how to install internal wall insulation. Learn the merits and properties of the different types of insulation materials and installation methods.'
http://www.energysavingtrust.org.uk/download.cfm?p=1&pid=217
