Following on from our previous blog on Subterranean Ventilation (https://www.vapourflow.com/cellar-subterranean-ventilation-guide/), the needs of a cellar to be able to store wine are more complex, yet very achievable with a change to our standard cellar ventilation system. The storage of wine requires the control of two main parameters; the temperature and humidity. The ideal temperature range […]
With the increased need for living space within existing properties, there has been a surge in the conversion of subterranean areas. With this surge, there has been a higher need for the correct ventilation to both dry and control the humidity issues that are prevalent within these areas. The needs of subterranean ventilation are more […]
Communal ducting servicing numerous dwellings are widespread across the country, and although have their benefits, can also lead to issues. The main issues being faced are; smoke spreading through the ducting, with the possibility of smoke migrating into other dwellings; and the balancing of the system, especially when updating the mechanical parts. Smart Smoke Protection […]
According to a study conducted by the World Health Organisation, “In Europe, an estimated 10–50% (depending on the country) of the indoor environments where human beings live, work and play are damp. Too much moisture makes a home stuffy and gives it a faint odour. Humid walls create a coldness that makes more heating necessary […]
Humidity can be expressed in different ways which can lead to confusion if the incorrect term is used. This guide explains the different terms and how they are used in practise. Relative humidity (RH) Expressed commonly as a percentage value ‘%rh’, this refers to how saturated a gas (or space) is with water vapour compared […]