Tag Archives: construction
MVHR System

Show Home Build: 10 – Internal Works: First Fix and MVHR

A Mechanical Ventilation Heat Recovery (MVHR) system is an essential element in an airtight home. The airtight quality of a thermally efficient house prevents heat escaping and cold air from outside entering the property. However, ventilation is vital for a healthy internal environment. Removing stale air, condensation and pollutants and supplying fresh filtered air into […]

Terreal Roof Tiles

Show Home Build: 8 – Roof Tiling

Timber battens were fixed horizontally to the roof in preparation for tiling. Positioning these battens correctly is crucial as it enables even spacing between tiles, critical when it comes to the look and longevity of the roof. Spacing between the roof battens is known as the ‘gauge’ and will depend on the roof pitch along […]

Schroder Kitchen Install

Self Build Home Diary – 22

The build has reached one of the most thrilling stages for the client; kitchen installation! The generous space has been meticulously planned with Scandia’s in-house kitchen designer. Detailed drawings and 3D images were generated to ensure the room was exactly how the customer had envisaged. The wall units were chosen from Schroder’s Fenix range in […]

Garage Floor Base

Self Build Home Diary – 21

Outside the home the new garage is currently being constructed. The reinforced concrete slab has been laid in anticipation of the blockwork to be built on top. The detached double garage will ultimately be clad in the same brick as the house with matching roof tiles, giving a look of coordination.