by admin | Aug 30, 2017 | MBC Timberframe News, Passive House Blog
MBC Timberframe were delighted to be be a finalist in the Best New Housing Development Section of the LABC Building Excellence Awards 2017. The award was for Building Excellence in the Delivery of Outstanding Construction and Workmanship. Contact us today to...
by admin | May 22, 2016 | Passive House Blog
Whether just browsing or to find a specific product – a new online database provides a detailed overview of components for Passive House construction. All of the products, which have been independently tested and certified with reference to their energy-relevant...
by admin | May 22, 2016 | Passive House Blog
Power usage – Kettles As with all appliances, different models and brands of kettle are all made differently and therefore have different rates of energy consumption. The average kettle is between 2 and 3 kilowatts (kw). The electricity that you use in your home is...
by admin | May 22, 2016 | Passive House Blog
Fridges and freezers are on all the time and can use a lot of energy. If you are buying a new one make sure you get an energy-efficient model. If you have an old (over 10 years) fridge or freezer, it could be cost effective to replace it, as energy efficiency has...
by admin | May 22, 2016 | Passive House Blog
Although controlling your heating intelligently is a clever way to cut costs it only works by lowering temperatures in your home (at strategic times). Improving your home’s insulation is different, it results in you getting more comfort for every pound you spend on...
by admin | May 22, 2016 | Passive House Blog
UK Passivhaus Awards 2016, Book your ticket now 25 years later – Passivhaus still performs The International Passivhaus Conference has been held annually by the Passivhaus Institute (PHI) in different cities since 1996. Earlier this month, the event took place...
