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Old Buildings

Roger Hunt

Drawing from research and extensive practical experience, Roger Hunt, co-author of the ‘Old House Eco Handbook’ provides essential guidance to the appropriate treatment and effective retrofit of historic properties.

Introduction: Old buildings can be green
Breathability
The importance of breathability in old buildings
Lime
Maintenance
Understanding Damp 
Draughts and thermal bridging 
Ventilation

 

Retrofit essentials

 

Insulation 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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