DanJepp

Thanks - good idea, I imagine having a larger commercial unit means you can run it at lower capacities - any issues with noise (as assume less of an issue if installed in a school/sports hall etc) Thanks

many thanks will take a look - nice to hear your happy with it

Hi Im committed to having MVHR as i've not specced trickle vents on my windows (considerable saving per unit!) and i'm looking fwd to having clean fresh air in my new build timber frame house I'm just starting my research into what system to go for so appreciate any shortcuts/advice to this. My new build is a reasonably large size (5 bed - 365sqm) and initial designs from professionals have steered me towards needing 2 Units for the left and right hand side of the house. One unit was suggested thats large enough : https://www.bpcventilation.com/domekt-r-500-v but there doesn't seem to be a huge range available Any thoughts/alernative suggestions appreciated Dan

To be fair to smart they just make the profiles for other window companies - ali fenestrations I think they call it

Thanks yes this was my guess and I may be OK accepting the overall value isn’t as good as it could be to suit the aesthetics. Would you recommend a target overal value to target that A) meets Building Regs and B) is better that large home builders would target for a budget perspective but low enough to make a noticeable difference and where quality/ feel starts? - Appreciate very subjective! Also, any idea how the overall UValue is calculated when better glass is added to a lesser frame? Window supplier may say X but I guess it’s me that faces off to building inspector so keen to know! Head is spinning with options and haven’t even seen the costs yet which I’m sure will be a huge discussion factor!!!!! thanks again

Appreciate your thoughts am I right in thinking any of the thinner Ali clad windows ( frame width/sight lines) will therefore have a significant wooden inner frame (depth) than pure Ali? the wife isn’t keen on black/ grey frames and white interiors so this leaves me with chunky black/grey wood inside which so far I’m not keen on! Assuming I can get the Smart Ali down to 1.3 (maybe lower) with better glass in real terms am I going to notice a difference with a 0.8 window? Appreciate lower is always better but at what point is it noticeable...... i know BR was 1.6 max previously so is 1.3 so bad - anyone else less worried about the window UV compared to the walls - I don’t have huge glass expanses thanks

Hi all trying to use the endless downtime waiting for planning to pick my cladding and windows etc — please excuse my ramblings but appreciate if anyone has been through similar thoughts We are going for a contemporary look with thin vertical Timber cladding and likely grey or black windows. My architect has steered me towards aluminum windows and Smart Aluminium being his recommendation so I’ve started looking here first, They do indeed have many profiles and in particular a flush version ( Alitherm 500) we like). https://www.smartsystems.co.uk/product/508/alitherm-500 Trouble is many of them are listed as having frame suggested UValues of 1.3-1.6. I’m aware the building regds enforce 1.4 as the minimum - The window sales person has mentioned this overall UValue can’t be brought down seemingly to any value required depending on the glass. I’m a little suspicious here but does anyone know what kind of calculation is used to calc overall window UValue once you add glass of a certain spec. Now I’ve read many posts and alu clad Timber seems to be many people’s choice and I’m guessing this is for the improved UValues.which I see are down into the 0.5-0.8 area. I’ve many more to look at (Rationel, Velfac,, etc) but From my initial look at idealCombi the sighlines do seem reasonable (53mm) which fit my modern brief but the frame depth seems huge ( I guess the strength comes from somewhere). We not fans of the dual colorings so the view of the windows at a slight angle shows the all important frame depth which is putting me off I’m also becoming increasingly aware when doing a self build how you can get carried away trying to hit and beat numbers - yes keen to be energy efficient and have no SAP/BC issues but also aware how good is good enough. Seems pointless to spend a fortune if the payback is a few pounds a year or repayment beyond my lifetime (Sorry Environment I’m trying but there is a limit) - Appreciate any thoughts thanks Dan

Much appreciated all - I will definitely check with the council but good to know others have had green lights

Hi I'm awaiting planning permission (only just submitted) and would like to ensure I've as many ducks in a row lined up to start the build as soon as ive got permission. Im conscious of the CIL implications of starting the build before planing is granted and a commencement of build notification but does anyone have any idea if its OK to 1) Get services disconnected - Electricity sees to be digging a hole or 2 and installing a cabinet which may be considered building? 2) Can i submit my demolition notice before planning is approved - or will this make no difference and i should just sit to be ready as soon as approved? I intend to ask the council now i have may planning reference but interested in oppinions thanks Dan

Has any one had any good experience with any of the various project management apps that are out there - Im trialling Monday.com & Trello at the moment I find it useful to create tasks and store info related to the task, share on my Ipad with my wife, build time lines/gantt charts etc... cheers Dan

Hi all Been lurking for a while gather info so thought now my planning application is finally in I can start moving fwds! Ive bought a bungalow with a wide and deep plot with plans to demolish and rebuild a new 2 story dwelling. I picked the bungalow as there is an existing house in the street already demolished and replaced with a fine looking timber frame build so I'm using the same architect and a tweaked version of the original plans! Im sure i'll be asking many questions very shortly... The planning wait is killing me i want t get started (but know i can't due to CIL...) Cheers Dan