The Fresh Approach

As the world begins to open its eyes to the benefits of low energy products, not just from an environmental point of view, but as a means of saving money, more and more products are emerging onto the market. Most of us are aware of the benefits of installing low energy light bulbs and lowering our heating thermostats by a couple of degrees, but how many of us are correctly informed about how our ventilation systems can play their part?

By making all new houses airtight you considerably reduce the amount of unnecessary heat loss which means that less energy is needed to keep the dwelling at a constant desired temperature. The only downside to this plan is that with little or no fresh air coming into the building and little or no contaminated air able to escape, the quality of the air within the building will gradually deteriorate.

When you consider that the activity of an average family produce approximately 15 litres of water per day, it becomes clear how important it is for air to be allowed to circulate. Without the correct extraction of such pollutants, annoyances such as mould and condensation quickly build up. Destroying your health, decor, soft furnishings and, in extreme cases, the structural integrity of a dwelling, mould and condensation can cause much more than just a nuisance. With this in mind it is vital that all airtight new builds can cope with such levels of moisture.

In trying to achieve the ultimate balance between energy efficiency, sustainable targets, and real life solutions to mould and condensation in airtight buildings, the ventilation system specified should be as efficient as possible.