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in Before you start to dig, Block, Getting started on site, Munster, New Build, Projects, Self-build Projects, Two StoreyA self-build nightmare: lessons learned
How Fiona and Cormac Mitchell’s dream self-build in Co Cork turned into a nightmare. The good news is, there’s a happy ending. In this article we cover: Overview House size: 370 sqmGarage size: 190 sqmSite size: 0.45 hectaresGround floor: 150mm PIR insulation, 150mm concrete and 75mm screed.First floor: Precast slab with 75mm screed.Walls: Outer leaf 100mm concrete block, 150mm platinum bonded […] More
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Child’s Play
Sinead and John Coules of Co Cork were early adopters of building with Insulating Concrete Formwork (ICF), which is as close as you can get to building with Lego. In this article we cover: Overview Site size: 0.5 acreHouse size: 203sqmBuild & excavation cost (excludes fit-out): €250,000 Insulating concrete formwork (ICF) is the closest thing to building a […] More
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in Block, Cost Under 200, Extension/Renovation Projects, Extensions & Renovations, Munster, Projects, Two StoreyNorthern Light
When Mary and John Stewart of Co Cork decided to extend their family home, they knew exactly what they wanted. A north facing, yet light filled, extension… [agg_tabs theme=”dark”] [agg_tab title=”BUILD SPEC”] Build type: masonry with traditional cavity wall Insulation: 60mm partial fill cavity insulation and 62.5mm insulated plasterboard inside; timber roof with high density […] More
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