Improving air quality in homes with supply air windows

Information Paper 6/03

BRE, 2003
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Abstract

Describes the development of supply air windows and summarises recent research work by BRE and the Martin Centre. It also presents the results of a modelling study carried out for the design of a PSV system with supply air windows, which has been incorporated in two demonstration houses for a DTI Partners in Innovation project: Guidelines for implementation of an innovative whole-house ventilation system and its comparison with established approaches to house ventilation.

Author

Baker, P., McEvoy, M. and Southall, R.

History

Whilst this publication can still be purchased some of the information in it has been superseded by more recent research and standards. The BRE Group does not accept any responsibility whatsoever for any loss or damage, including - without limitation - indirect or consequential loss or damage arising from use, or loss of use, of data or profits arising out of, or in connection with, the use of this document.

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9781860816284

Subjects

  • Energy efficiency/Energy Management
  • Windows
  • Special subject areas
  • Environmental issues/energy
  • Windows and doors

Publisher History

BRE is a building science centre that generates new knowledge through research. This is used to create products, tools and standards that drive positive change across the built environment. BRE helps its government and private sector clients meet the significant environmental, social and economic challenges they face in delivering homes, buildings and communities. BRE is owned by the BRE Trust, a registered charity. The Trust uses the profits made by the BRE companies to fund research and education that advances knowledge of the built environment.

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