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Window 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

by Astrid Madsen May 17, 2022, 3:34 pm
in Advice, Building methods, Design, Energy Efficiency, Airtightness & The Environment, Heating systems, Insulation and airtightness: Watchpoints, On site, Pre design, Quality control inspections, Ventilation, Ventilation and heating systems: Watchpoints

How to apply for your SEAI grant

How to apply for your grant to upgrade the energy efficiency of your home in Ireland today. And whether or not it’s worth it. In this article we cover: ROI grants have received a cash injection. Amounts for attic and cavity insulation almost triple and more people can apply for heat pump and solar grants. […] More

by Astrid Madsen May 17, 2022, 1:09 pm
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: Watchpoints

Windows: 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

by Astrid Madsen May 17, 2022, 12:52 pm
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: Watchpoints

Types 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

by Astrid Madsen May 17, 2022, 12:19 pm
in Advice, Budget & Financing, Building methods, Energy Efficiency, Airtightness & The Environment, Pre design

NI homes to become more expensive to build

The NI Assembly’s Path to Net Zero Carbon is paving the way for a new set of building regulations that will inevitably make it more expensive to build your house. Here’s what you need to know. What’s the timeline for the new building regulations? 2050 is the target year for Net Zero but we can […] More

by Patrick Waterfield May 17, 2022, 11:32 am
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: Watchpoints

Matching 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

by Astrid Madsen May 17, 2022, 11:16 am
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: Watchpoints

Window 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

by Astrid Madsen May 17, 2022, 11:02 am
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: Watchpoints

How 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

by Keith Kelliher May 4, 2022, 10:58 am
in Building methods, News

Hemp building around the world

A new book sheds light on the traditional building method. Timber frame could well be the most versatile of building methods, as it can accommodate a range of natural insulation products, from straw to hemp. Traditionally, insulating with hemp meant infilling a timber shuttering and waiting months for it to dry. Now, modern methods include […] More

by Astrid Madsen April 19, 2022, 10:09 am
in Budget & Financing, Building methods, Choosing an architectural designer, Collating your ideas, Construction overview, Design, Energy Efficiency, Airtightness & The Environment, Getting started on site, Health & Safety: Appoint PSCS/PC, Health & Safety: Appoint PSDS, Insurance and warranty cover, On site, Podcast, Pre design, Quality control inspections, SB+ Podcasts, Working out your requirements

Ep49 – Where to start with your self-build

This podcast is the first in a series of talks for mica affected homeowners. Mica is a naturally occurring material that has been the cause of thousands of homes crumbling; a redress scheme is being devised through the ROI government to rebuild affected homes. The topic for this first instalment is what to expect from […] More

by Astrid Madsen April 14, 2022, 8:11 am
in Budget & Financing, Building methods, Collating your ideas, Design, Foundations, subfloors and screeds: Watchpoints, Heat emitters, Heating systems, On site, Pre design, SB+ TV, Supplier Seminars

Floor Screeds Design & Specification, Thomas Holden, Roadstone

Learn what’s new with floor screeds, what are the most popular types of screed used in Ireland and how it works with under floor heating from Thomas Holden at Roadstone. Visit the Roadstone Supplier Hub here For more about the Roadstone Floor Screed products click here For further seminars from Roadstone please click here […] More

by Astrid Madsen April 8, 2022, 10:20 am
in Building methods, Construction overview, Design, On site, Pre design, SB+ TV, Sponsored Content, Ventilation and heating systems: Watchpoints

Mass Timber Construction, Dainius Prakapavicius

Learn about the benefits of mass timber construction with iDomus. Find out more at iDomus Supplier Hub This post is sponsored content recorded at Selfbuild Live Dublin in March 2022 Favourite More

by Astrid Madsen March 25, 2022, 1:45 pm

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Window performance explained

How to apply for your SEAI grant

Windows: your glazing options

Types of Window Frames

NI homes to become more expensive to build

Matching windows to house design

Window styles and configurations

How window design affects cost

Hemp building around the world

Ep49 – Where to start with your self-build

Floor Screeds Design & Specification, Thomas Holden, Roadstone

Mass Timber Construction, Dainius Prakapavicius

Costed new build in Co Tyrone

Scandi design for Co Meath new build

Traditional build in Co Down

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