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Building Regulations and Other Guidance
Part A Structure
Part B Fire Safety
Part C Site Preparation and Resistance to Contaminants and Moisture
Part D Toxic Substances
Part E Sound
Part F Means of Ventilation
Part G Sanitation, hot water safety and water efficiency
Part H Drainage and waste disposal
Part J Combustion appliances and fuel storage systems
Part K Protection from falling, collision and impact
Part L Conservation of fuel and power
Part M Access to and use of buildings
Part O Overheating
Part P Electrical safety
Part Q Security
Part R Physical infrastructure for high-speed electronic communications networks
Part S Infrastructure for the charging of electric vehicles
Air Leakage
Regulation 7 Materials and Workmanship
Radon
Building Energy Rating: EPC
Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy Systems
Timber Frame Construction
Acceptable Construction Details
Typical Inspection Reports
Thermal insulation
Thermal insulation in timber-frame construction
Thermal insulation used in timber frame construction is positioned between the stud framework. Similar to the vapour control layer, thermal insulation should not be fitted between the stud framework until the moisture content is below 18%.
Insulation commonly comes in two main forms, these being:
Rolled Quilts, which are installed by stapling the quilts to the studwork to prevent it from moving with the wall cavity and producing a cold bridge.
Semi-Rigid batts, which are cut to a specific size and wedged in between the studwork. Again, all areas must be covered to prevent a cold bridge from forming.
Types of insulation used
Both types of insulation come in many different specifications and thickness. It is important that a suitable insulation is chosen for your particular needs that is suitable in timber frame construction but can also interact with services passing through it without causing issues. The most common type of insulation used in timber frame construction is a fibre glass/wool quilt, which is stapled between the studwork.
Insulation may also provide a level of sound insulation and fire resistance depending on type and specification.