Energy-efficient homes

H+H Celcon’s aircrete blocks were chosen for a new-build development of energy-efficient homes in Ratby, Leicestershire, which meet level four of the Code for Sustainable Homes. The firm claims H+H Celcon Plus Blocks were specified for their highly insulating properties. Cavity walls with traditional mortar using 3.6N/mm² H+H Celcon Plus Blocks (610mm x 215mm face size and 100mm thick) were used for the external walls, with a 200mm-wide filled cavity wall achieving a U value of 0.13m²K/W. The company says the traditional two-coat wet plaster to external walls has helped achieve air-pressure test results of below 5m³/hr/m².

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