NSS supply a wide range of airtight products to ensure that the building envelope is constructed correctly according to current building regulation.

Airtight, windtight, or airtightness � whichever way you say it, is basically the elimination of draughts and is a crucial component in preventing wasted energy, a critical factor in any low energy build and all too often overlooked in comparison to insulation and energy sources.

Find out more � call us on 01 456 5170.

Imagine wearing a thick wool jumper on a cold windy day it might sound like a good idea until you step out into the cold and feel the wind blow right through. But if over the wool jumper you put on a jacket and zip it up, then you'll begin to warm up as the wool insulation can now do its job properly.

It's the same with buildings � even though you have insulation in your house, without a zipped up jacket, the warmth will be blown away by penetrating wind. It stands to reason that if you can keep the warm air in and the cold air out you will decrease draughts, enjoy a cosier environment and smile at smaller heating bills.

The expensive heat that you have built up in your home or office can leak out through door and window seals, up the chimney, through the attic and poorly installed or compromised vents.

Experience shows that the key to successfully making your structure air tight is to firstly get the design and specifications right, followed by the installation of the best quality products.

Two Simple Steps

1. Decide how airtight you want your building to be. Depending on your target energy consumption, you might reach for passive standards or build something that meets existing building regulations.

2. Call us to discuss your project. 01 456 5170.