SAVE ENERGY LOSS IN THE HOME Flashcards
1
Q
What is CAVITY WALL INSULATION?!
A
Polystyrene beads pumped in between 2 outer walls of house
2
Q
What are the 6 main methods of reducing heat loss?
A
- Cavity wall insulation
- External wall insulation
- Floor insulation
- Loft insulation
- Glazing
- Heating/Hot water
3
Q
What is EXTERNAL WALL INSULATION?
A
(Rendering) = thick layer over top of outer walls 50-100mm
4
Q
What is FLOOR INSULATION?
A
= Gaps/draughty around skirting & floorboards
5
Q
What is LOFT INSULATION?
A
= Blanket that traps hot air that’s risen
•Foam
•Polyetyrene
•Mineral Fibres
6
Q
What is GLAZING?
A
= Traps air between layers of glass •Noise •Heat •Condensation Are all reduced SECONDARY GLAZING for listed buildings LOW E glass has a special heat reflective coating
7
Q
what is HEATING & HOT WATER?
A
High efficiency boilers save 1/3rd of energy costs
