{"product_id":"old-house-eco-handbook-a-practical-guide-to-retrofitting-for-energy-efficiency-and-sustainability","title":"Old House Eco Handbook: A Practical Guide to Retrofitting for Energy Efficiency and Sustainability","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"bookDescription_feature_div\" class=\"celwidget\" data-feature-name=\"bookDescription\" data-csa-c-type=\"widget\" data-csa-c-content-id=\"bookDescription\" data-csa-c-slot-id=\"bookDescription_feature_div\" data-csa-c-asin=\"1859465811\" data-csa-c-is-in-initial-active-row=\"false\" data-csa-c-id=\"jhhyuy-iye136-7i2bpr-6boq5q\" data-cel-widget=\"bookDescription_feature_div\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-a-expander-name=\"book_description_expander\" data-a-expander-collapsed-height=\"280\" class=\"a-expander-collapsed-height a-row a-expander-container a-spacing-base a-expander-partial-collapse-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"a-expander-content a-expander-partial-collapse-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eHow can we make old houses energy efficient without devaluing future sustainability? And how can we do so without compromising their appeal and character?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis practical and essential guide to retrofitting for energy efficiency seeks to provide answers to this and other questions homeowners of old houses are asking. Whether your house is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003emedieval and timber-framed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e or a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eGeorgian\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eVictorian\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e or \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eEdwardian terrace\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, it can be made more \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eenergy efficient\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003esustainable.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis practical, comprehensive and fully illustrated handbook will show you how. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eRevised and updated throughout\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, and with a foreword by Kevin McCloud, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003eOld House Eco Handbook\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e includes chapters on the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003ebuilding envelope\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e; \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eroofs\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eceilings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e; \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003ewindows\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eand \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003edoors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e; \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003ewalls\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e; \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003efloors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e; \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003epaints\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e; \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eenergy, air\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003ewater\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e; plus a brand new chapter on\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eretrofit materials\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn association with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eThe Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this is a must have for owners of old houses looking to make their homes more energy efficient and sustainable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-cel-widget=\"aplus-module-8\" data-csa-c-id=\"gk4vut-7ma6az-htyif4-84rbe\" class=\"celwidget aplus-module module-8 aplus-standard\" cel_widget_id=\"aplus-module-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"aplus-module-wrapper apm-fixed-width\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"apm-spacing\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"apm-lefttwothirdswrap apm-floatleft\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"apm-leftimage\"\u003e\u003cimg data-src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media\/vc\/2d0a9831-5345-4447-b11b-40ac06ddeeba.__CR0,19,550,550_PT0_SX300_V1___.jpg\" class=\"a-spacing-mini\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media\/vc\/2d0a9831-5345-4447-b11b-40ac06ddeeba.__CR0,19,550,550_PT0_SX300_V1___.jpg\" alt=\"Old houses are special, be they medieval and timber framed Edwardian brick terrace period style\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"apm-centerthirdcol\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"a-spacing-mini\"\u003eOLD HOUSES CAN BE GREEN\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"a-spacing-mini a-color-secondary\"\u003eOld houses are special, be they medieval and timber framed, part of an Edwardian brick terrace or any period or style in between.\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"a-spacing-base\"\u003eRetrofitting them to improve energy efficiency is not about quick fixes. Many fall into the ‘hard to treat’ category, most commonly because they have solid walls of traditional construction that cannot easily be modified without unintended consequences. They can be difficult to insulate for several reasons: moisture movement and ‘breathability’ may be affected, historic fabric needs to be retained or there is a risk of spoiling their appearance and character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"a-spacing-base\"\u003eOld buildings frequently possess values associated with being ‘eco’ or ‘green’, as they are built with natural, often local, materials and employ reusable and easily repairable components. They also represent an investment in craftsmanship and design and commonly have a high thermal mass, which helps to prevent summer overheating. In short, they are a valuable resource for the future and have a significant role to play in maintaining communities, helping to underpin them with character and aesthetic interest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"a-spacing-base\"\u003eWell-executed retrofits reinforce these qualities and have the potential to cut carbon dioxide (CO₂) emissions by improving the buildings’ energy efficiency. Doing this potentially also reduces fuel poverty and ill health, as well as helping to avoid buildings being lost through redundancy or dilapidation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"a-spacing-base\"\u003eBut we must take care in the process: unless we fully understand how an old building works there is a very real risk that, at some point in the future, we may find ourselves rectifying problems created by the use of ill-judged techniques and materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"apm-rightthirdcol\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"apm-rightthirdcol-inner\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMinor work, major benefits\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"a-box a-spacing-small a-color-alternate-background apm-listbox\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"a-box-inner\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"a-unordered-list a-vertical\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-size-base\"\u003eInsulate roof spaces and pipes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-size-base\"\u003eDraughtproof doors, windows and floorboards.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-size-base\"\u003eDeal with the source of damp problems.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-size-base\"\u003eCarry out regular maintenance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-size-base\"\u003eClose curtains and shutters just before it gets dark to retain the heat of the day and stop draughts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-size-base\"\u003eBuy an energy monitor to understand your energy use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-size-base\"\u003eReview the timings on heating controls.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-size-base\"\u003eTurn down the thermostat by a couple of degrees and overhaul the heating system.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-cel-widget=\"aplus-module-1\" data-csa-c-id=\"45za74-1bh3or-w6hj4f-7qpag6\" class=\"celwidget aplus-module module-1 aplus-standard\" cel_widget_id=\"aplus-module-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"aplus-module-wrapper apm-fixed-width\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"apm-spacing apm-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"apm-floatleft apm-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"apm-leftimage\"\u003e\n\u003cimg data-src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media\/vc\/280a9ce9-3b86-414d-9b41-60e7d0aebf51.__CR0,32,418,557_PT0_SX300_V1___.jpg\" class=\"a-spacing-mini\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media\/vc\/280a9ce9-3b86-414d-9b41-60e7d0aebf51.__CR0,32,418,557_PT0_SX300_V1___.jpg\" alt=\"This Grade II listed 1840s house underwent an extensive but sensitive retrofit\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"apm-rightthirdcol\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"apm-rightthirdcol-inner\"\u003e\n\u003cimg data-src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media\/vc\/a4754997-1a73-4f37-949d-babcd6c91dba.__CR0,10,780,390_PT0_SX350_V1___.jpg\" class=\"a-spacing-mini\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media\/vc\/a4754997-1a73-4f37-949d-babcd6c91dba.__CR0,10,780,390_PT0_SX350_V1___.jpg\" alt=\"Renovating and retrofitting old buildings may involve stripping inappropriate materials concrete\"\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"a-color-secondary\"\u003eRenovating and retrofitting old buildings may involve stripping out large quantities of inappropriate materials such as concrete.\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"a-spacing-small a-size-small a-color-secondary\"\u003eKeep spares. For example, surplus floor tiles can be stored under a kitchen unit’s plinth to allow you to repair, rather than have to replace, the floor if it suffers damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"apm-centerthirdcol apm-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"a-spacing-mini\"\u003eWaste checklist\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"a-spacing-mini a-color-secondary a-text-italic\"\u003eThink about how waste can be reduced:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"amp-centerthirdcol-listbox\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"a-box a-spacing-small a-color-alternate-background apm-listbox amp-centerthirdcol-listbox\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"a-box-inner\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"a-unordered-list a-vertical\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-size-base\"\u003eChoose materials that will be more easily recycled or reused in the future.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-size-base\"\u003eDesign new work with a view to minimising waste. For example, use standard-sized components so that unusable offcuts will be avoided.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-size-base\"\u003eTry to buy materials on the understanding that any surplus can be returned.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-size-base\"\u003eOblige builders and sub-contractors to cooperate in waste minimisation as part of their contract.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-size-base\"\u003eThink about ways of recycling or reusing materials.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-size-base\"\u003eWherever appropriate, recycle waste concrete and brick by using it as hardcore or in soakaways.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-size-base\"\u003eSegregate waste on site to make recycling easier.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-size-base\"\u003eTry to keep as much waste on site as possible to save unnecessary transport and landfill. 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