Windows and doors: Watchpoints
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ICF on site: window and door openings
Your window openings including sills and reveals are junctions to pay close attention to when building with Insulating Concrete Formwork (ICF). In this article we cover: There is no need for traditional horizontal and vertical damp proof courses (DPC) at window and door openings in ICF construction. As you’re constructing a reinforced […] More
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in Advice, Choosing external finishes, Choosing windows and doors, Insulation and airtightness: Watchpoints, Windows and doors: WatchpointsExternal doors
Whether an imposing entrance or a discreet side access, doors say quite a lot about you in terms of their size, colouring and style. In this article we cover: Add to this the need to find the right effect which welcomes friends but puts burglars off, and you have a complete conundrum. As the front […] More
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in Choosing windows and doors, Design, On site, Podcast, Pre design, SB+ Podcasts, Windows and doors: WatchpointsEp54 – Buying windows in Ireland
Tony Dunne, Managing Director at MBC Project, chats about the ins and outs of buying windows in Ireland today, including: – Main types of windows available in Ireland: timber, uPVC, aluminium, alu-clad– Average cost of windows on a self-build today– Double vs triple glazed, options for quadruple glazing– What specifications to look out for when […] More
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in Building methods, Choosing wall and floor finishes, Choosing windows and doors, Collating your ideas, Energy Efficiency, Airtightness & The Environment, Foundations, subfloors and screeds: Watchpoints, Heating systems, Insulation and airtightness: Watchpoints, Podcast, Pre design, Roofing & External finishes: Watchpoints, SB+ Podcasts, Ventilation, Ventilation and heating systems: Watchpoints, Windows and doors: Watchpoints, Working out your requirementsEp52 – What to consider when self-building plus thoughts about the mica grant scheme
Resident construction expert John Corless chats about flash points to consider when building your home, including: • Managing heat loss, U-values and airtightness• Ventilation• Insulation• Space and water heating including thoughts on PV• Intermediate floors• Roofs• Contracts• List of other considerations: security, waste, health and safety, equipment hire, etc. Michael Doherty of the Mica Action […] More
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in Advice, Budget & Financing, Building methods, Choosing windows and doors, Design, Energy Efficiency, Airtightness & The Environment, First fix: Watchpoints, On site, Other key structural decisions, Pre design, Quality control inspections, Second fix: Watchpoints, The design brief and getting the space right, Windows and doors: WatchpointsStep by step guide to window design and installation
In this windows step by step guide, find out when and how to order your windows and what to expect at the end. In this article, we cover the stages of choosing and installing your windows including: Step 1: Design and shop around for your windows The planning stage is the best time to get […] More
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in Advice, Choosing external finishes, Choosing windows and doors, Design, Energy Efficiency, Airtightness & The Environment, On site, Other key structural decisions, Pre design, Windows and doors: WatchpointsWindow furniture: from locks to hinges
Frames are an important part of making your windows and doors secure, but crucial too are their locks, latches, screws and hinges. When it comes to window and door furniture, you don’t have to settle for the factory standard, but remember that, unless you specify otherwise when placing your order, that’s exactly what you’ll get. […] More
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in Advice, Budget & Financing, Building methods, Choosing windows and doors, Design, Energy Efficiency, Airtightness & The Environment, Extension/Renovation Advice, On site, Other key structural decisions, Pre design, Windows and doors: WatchpointsWindow performance explained
Your window performance checklist if you’re building new or extending in Ireland today, from U-values to air leakage. In this article we cover: Windows have to tick a lot of boxes to make them fit for purpose. When comparing technical parameters, the basic point to remember is that there’s a big difference in performance […] More
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in Advice, Budget & Financing, Building methods, Choosing external finishes, Choosing windows and doors, Design, Energy Efficiency, Airtightness & The Environment, On site, Other key structural decisions, Pre design, Windows and doors: WatchpointsWindows: your glazing options
Whether you go with double or triple glazing windows will have an impact on costs, and even on your house construction. Another reason why you need to choose your windows early. In this article we cover: Double and triple glazing In a new build, you will need double or triple glazing. Double or IGU […] More
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in Advice, Budget & Financing, Building methods, Choosing external finishes, Choosing windows and doors, Design, Energy Efficiency, Airtightness & The Environment, On site, Other key structural decisions, Pre design, Windows and doors: WatchpointsTypes of Window Frames
You will need to carefully select the type of frame to match the style of your house. In this article we cover: Window parts A typical window is made up of the following: Head and sill Top and bottom horizontal frames. The sill has a groove on the underside to ensure water drips away from […] More
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in Advice, Budget & Financing, Building methods, Choosing external finishes, Choosing windows and doors, Design, Energy Efficiency, Airtightness & The Environment, On site, Pre design, The design brief and getting the space right, Windows and doors: WatchpointsMatching windows to house design
A successful house design is impossible without the windows; here’s what’s involved to get the look you’re after. Positioning Your architectural designer will have strong opinions about how the windows will work in terms of the overall appearance of the building. And of course there’ll be structural considerations too. For instance, corner […] More
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in Advice, Budget & Financing, Building methods, Choosing external finishes, Choosing windows and doors, Design, Energy Efficiency, Airtightness & The Environment, On site, Other key structural decisions, Pre design, The design brief and getting the space right, Windows and doors: WatchpointsWindow styles and configurations
Matching the window to the house has a huge impact on the overall success of the design, both inside and out. Window design and operation has not changed much over the years. The style and manner in which windows operate is still very much in line with the traditional sash, sliding sash and casement […] More
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in Advice, Budget & Financing, Building methods, Choosing windows and doors, Design, On site, Pre design, The design brief and getting the space right, Windows and doors: WatchpointsHow window design affects cost
How window design affects cost and what you can do to trim your glazing budget so you still get the look, but don’t spend a fortune. In this article we cover: Your windows and glazed doors have a lot to do. They need to elevate your house design and make the most of the views, […] More
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