IWI to retained window with insulated reveal board [Version ID #81]

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Detail summary

IWI detail for perimeter IWI to an existing window to be retained in a facade with a thin jamb profile, requiring a thin reveal board detail to provide continuous thermal envelope.

Technical description

Section detail. IWI to flush eaves with retained window, thin jamb.

Preparation: Cills and framing : Remove existing internal cills and framing to window. Plaster : Where existing plaster is gypsum-based, or where space is required, remove existing plaster finish.

Parts list

  • Insulated Dry-Lining Board to window jambs and head

    Phenolic Foam Thermal Plasterboard with integral vapour control layer (plasterboard thickness: 12mm, insulation: 17mm thickness). Tapered edge. \ U-value: 0.21W/m2k. GWP<5. \ Adhesive scored bonding coat to ensure no air-gap to rear of board. Taped and filled joints. Prepared for plaster skim coat finish.

    Kingspan Insulation Ltd \ Kooltherm® K17 Insulated Plasterboard

  • Rigid insulation below cill

    Rigid insulation board. Thickness: 15-24mm (to suit window frame/ opening). \ U-value: 0.023W/m2k

    Kingspan Insulation Ltd \ Kooltherm® K3 Floorboard

  • Softwood Window Board to Sill

    Subject to contractor. Half-round edge. European redwood. Class 2 to BS 1186-3. Natural finish. No preservative treatment. FSC certified. Fixed with lost nail heads at 30mm centres.

    Contractor choice.

  • Internal Wall Insulation System (95mm)

    Earthwool Eco batt insulation. Thickness 95mm\ Target u-value: 0.3W/m2k. Thermal conductivity: 0.033W/m2k/ 0.130W/mk. GWP<5. \ Fixing: In accordance with manufacturer's recommendations. Supports: EcoStuds - XPS and OSB uprights.

    Knauf \ ThermoShell Internal Wall Insulation System

  • Single-sided air seal tape

    Tape for junctions critical to air-tightness. 60mm (typical). \ Accesssories: ORCON F sealant and TESCON PRIMER RP (for use on rough/old surfaces to assist adhesion)

    Pro Clima \ http://www.greenbuildingstore.co.uk/page--pro-clima-airtightness-tapes-options.html \ TESCON VANA/ TESCON PROFIL (2 release tapes)

  • Intelligent membrane- Vapour Control Layer

    Intelligent breather membrane. \ Fixing: Laps And Edges: Sealed with vapour-tight adhesive tape. At junctions with party/patition walls, lap under insulated plasterboard. At floor and ceiling junctions ensure is appropriately sealed.

    Pro-clima \ Intello membrane

Revisions

  1. Admin - 2015-04-30 10:13:26

    General formatting. DWG file uploaded

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  2. Admin - 2015-03-30 12:02:12

    Preview image and detail pdf updated.

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  3. Admin - 2015-03-29 11:06:17

    IW05b "insulated dry-lining board" replaced with "laminate plasterboard

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  4. Admin - 2015-03-26 22:49:47

    General re-formatting. Introduction expanded. Technical description revised and expanded with Approved documents, links and additonal BS codes. Parts list updated with suppliers links.

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  5. Admin - 2015-03-16 16:33:35

    Version 2. Introduction, Technical description updated and expanded with BS codes and Approved document information. Parts list updated with relevant codes.

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  6. Admin - 2015-03-03 17:21:09 [Displayed version]

    First Version

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