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Weep events in brick wall

What is a weep vent, what does it do and why do you need one? We answer your questions

By Steve Jenkins published

Designed to let out moisture, weep vents can be a useful addition to your brickwork. We reveal everything you need to know about these handy devices

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Alison Hammond in a purple dress on the phone

Alison Hammond reveals her garage transformation with vented floor tiles and personalised infrared heater

By Joseph Mullane published

The 'This Morning' presenter has recently moved home and has started her home renovation with her garage in an incredible transformation

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kitchen in a Passivhaus

Passivhaus ventilation: What are my options and why do I need it?

By David Hilton published

Passivhaus ventilation requirements can seem confusing at first. Renewables expert David Hilton is here to explain everything you need to know if this is a building standard you are aiming to achieve

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dMEV being installed via an exhaust fan in the bathroom

What is dMEV? We explain decentralised Mechanical Extract Ventilation and its benefits?

By Joseph Mullane published

Decentralised Mechanical Extract Ventilation (dMEV) could soon be required in all new homes by 2025 so it is important to understand what this system is and what are its benefits

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A modern self build home with an air source heat pump

Heat pumps and solar panels could be mandatory in new homes from 2025

By Joseph Mullane published

Two options have been put forward as part of a government consultation, which will set out the heating, hot water and ventilation standards in new homes as of 2025

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Makita cool box

Makita DCW180Z 18v cooler and warmer box review

By David Hilton published

Renewables and ventilation installer David Hilton puts the Makita DCW180Z 18v cooler and warmer box to the test to discover what it's like to use and whether you should buy one

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The incredible former Second World War bunker on the Isle of Wight

Take a look inside this converted war bunker — with prefab garden Nissen huts

By Sam Webb published

The architect of this incredible home, with incredible sea views from St Lawrence, near Ventnor, created one of Kevin McCloud's all-time favourites on Grand Designs

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large bathroom with beams and freestanding bath and walk in shower enclosure

The ultimate guide to bathroom ventilation

By Natasha Brinsmead published

Good bathroom ventilation is vital in keeping your room free of steam, smells, excess moisture and that one substance nobody wants — mould

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A basement being renovated with a small window

Basement ventilation: How to turn your downstairs space into a useable room

By Oliver Bennett published

Without appropriate ventilation, a basement can be a dark space smelling of mould and damp. But with careful planning, the area can be transformed into a useable part of your home

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David Hilton's MVHR unit

I installed MVHR and it has completely stopped condensation in my home

By David Hilton published

Energy expert David Hilton installed mechanical ventilation heat recovery (MVHR) into his existing home three years ago, and he says it was one of the best decisions he ever made

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