Energy Efficiency Archive
Radiant Floor Heating – underfoot warmth Two thousand years ago the Romans used the radiant under-floor heating and even today it is the most popular form of central heating in Europe. It is now spreading gradually in North America and rest of the …
Outdoor Heaters – extend the stay outside The great outdoors is warming up, taking a cue from the indoor home heating. The outdoor heater allows social gatherings and parties even during harsh winters. Outdoor heating products such as outdoor heater, fire pits and hearths …
Styrofoam Insulation – resistance to the weather changes The Styrofoam Insulation is the brand name for the Dow and company. Styrofoam Insulation is a rigid polystyrene foam material. It is lightweight, waterproof and efficient in preventing the transfer of heat. Seventy five percent of benzene is …
Landscape Lighting – dancing garden Landscape lighting refers to the lighting up of the outdoors using artificial lighting. Landscape lighting can enhance a landscape with dramatic lighting techniques which contrast light and shadow, or be more subtle with wide washes of outdoor illumination. …
Full Spectrum Lighting – making the UV spectrum dance The term full-spectrum was coined in the 1960s by photo biologist Dr. John Ott to describe electric light sources that simulate the visible and ultraviolet (UV) spectrum of natural light. There are now dozens of …
Wall Air Conditioners – Not as simple to install as you think Wall air conditioners are very similar to window air conditioners except that they are normally mounted through a wall or in a wall and they are normally rear-vented. Both these types …
Underfloor Insulation is a great way to insulate and protect you and your family. 1. During the early phases of construction, meet with the mechanical subcontractors (plumbing, electrical, and heating/ cooling) to inform them of the importance of keeping the space between floor …
Steps For Designing A Whole-House Ventilation System 1.Air seal the house as much as reasonably possible, especially the foundation, garage or other spaces from which polluted air could be drawn. 2. Choose building materials, paints, furnishings, etc., to minimize emissions of VOCs and …
Water Managed Foundation System Most basement water leakage is due to either bulk moisture leaks or capillary action with no water managed foundation system. Bulk moisture is the flow of water through holes, cracks, and other discontinuities into the home’s basement walls. Capillary …
Thermal Insulation – slow the flow of heat Thermal insulation is the kind of insulation that is used to reduce the flow of heat. Thermal insulation is required in most homes in order to keep utility bills under control. Huge amounts of money …