When we talk about energy efficiency, attention tends to focus on U-values, airtightness, and thermal bridging . But one subtle factor that can quietly undermine all that effort is wind washing . This often-overlooked phenomenon can have a major impact on heat loss, comfort, and compliance , even in otherwise well-designed buildings. What Is Wind Washing? Wind washing occurs when air movement bypasses or passes through the insulation layer , carrying heat away and reducing its effective...

On a recent site visit we completed an air permeability test, during the test we identified significant air leakage around the french and...

Last week we had the pleasure of visiting a beautiful new farmhouse in Stockbridge, built to provide accommodation for the farm’s new...