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TEEL FRAME JULY 2008

INTRODUCTION
THERMAL PERFORMANCE ACCEPTABLE CONSTRUCTION DETAILS
AIR BARRIER - SECTION (5)
- CONTINUITY
This section shows appropriate details for light steel frame contruction.
CHECKLIST The 5-01 Ground Floor - Insulation above slab
CHECKLIST
Introduction document "Limiting Thermal Bridging and Air Infiltration
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5-02 Ground Floor - Insulation below(TICK ALL)
slab
Acceptable Construction Details" provides practical information with regards to
implementation of these details onsite. This guide should be read in conjunction
5-03 Intermediate Floor
with these details. Details are given for junctions with a range of roof, ground 5-04 Separating Wall (plan)
floor and internal floor types, as well as at external wall opes. Frame depth can 5-05 Separating Wall (section)
typically vary from 75 mm to 150 mm. These details are appropriate for all such 5-06 Partition Wall - plan
variations. 5-07 Eaves - Ventilated roof space
5-08 Eaves - Unventilated roof space
With steel frame, some insulation must be placed outside the frame to provide a 5-09 Eaves - Ventilated - Insulation between and under rafters - Dormer
thermal break and avoid condensation. Warm frame construction is 5-10 Eaves - Unventilated - Insulation between and under rafters - Dormer
where all the insulation is outside the frame. Hybrid construction is where
insulation is included both outside the steel structure and in between the steel 5-11 Eaves - Ventilated - Insulation between and under rafters - Pitched ceiling
components. At least 33% of the thermal resistance should be provided outside 5-12 Eaves - Ventilated - Insulation between and over rafters
the steel. With hybrid construction, the system manufacturer should provide a 5-13 Ventilated and Unventilated Attic
condensation risk analysis (in accordance with BS 5250) to ensure there is no 5-14 Gable - Insulation between and under rafters - Ventilated Rafter Void
risk of interstitial condensation. An internal vapour control layer is generally 5-15 Gable - Insulation between and under rafters - Unventilated Rafter Void
required. The details show warm frame construction but apply equally to hybrid 5-16 Gable - Insulation between and over rafters - Unventilated Rafter Void
construction. 5-17 Flat Roof - Eaves
Insulation thicknesses have not been provided as these depend on the thermal
5-18 Flat Roof - Parapet
properties of the materials chosen together with the proposed U-value. It is 5-19 Ope - Lintel
important to choose appropriate tightly fitting materials. Generally, a rigid 5-20 Ope - Jamb
insulation material, which acts as an insulated sheathing board, is required 5-21 Ope - Sill
outside the frame.

Details show a masonry outer leaf for simplification. The details are also The details in this section should also be read with
appropriate
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Table 3 of are insulation
IP 1/06 andK1
and Table sheathing types, and internal lining type and
of DEAP 2006 Section G: General details and may effect a reduced testing regime.
thickness. All external cladding systems should be propper materials as defined
GENERAL NOTES OPTION AIR BARRIER
in part D. G-04 Metal Stud Partition
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Section
These diagrams illustrate good practice for design and construction of interfaces
only in respect to ensuring thermal performance and air barrier continuity.
Other issues are not considered fully. The guidance must be implemented with Rigid insulation or board sheathing, or
due regard to all other Building Regulations requirements.

All materials and workmanship to be installed to Technical Guidance Document

D "Materials and workmanship" Internal lining, for example, plasterboard, or

Airtightness membrane and tapes

AACCEPTABLE
C C E P TCONSTRUCTION
A B L E CDETAIL
ONSTRUCTION DETAILS
(5) STEEL FRAME Ground Floor - Insulation above slab DETAIL 5.01, JULY 2008

THERMAL PERFORMANCE AIR BARRIER - CONTINUITY

CHECKLIST CHECKLIST
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Ensure air barrier continuity between

Floor insulation must tightly abut
floor, and wall lining or sheathing
inner face of upstand or steel frame
layer. A flexible membrane installed
below the steel channel may be used
Ensure wall insulation is installed at to provide this continuity
least 200 mm below top of floor
insulation

If screed is used instead of timber Seal between wall and floor air
floor covering, install edge insulation barrier OR seal gap between skirting
with min. R-value of 0.75m2 K/W board and floor using a flexible
through depth of screed sealant

Any upstand installed to floor edge to Seal all penetrations through air
support steel framing must be formed
barrier using a flexible sealant or tape
with insulating blocks

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Table 3 of IP 1/06 and Table K1 of DEAP 2006 and may effect a reduced testing regime.

GENERAL NOTES OPTION AIR BARRIER - OPTIONS

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If sole plates are packed to level ensure that a continuous mortar grout is installed
Wall insulation installed below wall DPC must be fit for purpose as regards water
absorption
If compressible insulation is installed between studs in addition to rigid board insulation Rigid insulation or board sheathing, or
over, it should be tightly packed and be in direct contact with the rigid board. Take care
to ensure compressible insulation is maintained above dewpoint temperature
Some thermal bridging is inevitable in this location since robust bearing and holding Internal lining, for example, plasterboard, or
down arrangements are normally required between frame and slab. Design should keep
bridging within acceptable limits to reduce condensation risk
Detail applicable:- Ground-bearing floor; raft foundation; in-situ suspended ground floor Airtightness membrane and tapes
slab; pre-cast suspended ground floor. Insulation above slab, with timber or screed
finish
ACCEPTABLE CONSTRUCTION DETAIL Ground Floor - Insulation above slab
(5) STEEL FRAME Ground Floor - Insulation below slab DETAIL 5.02, JULY 2008

THERMAL PERFORMANCE AIR BARRIER - CONTINUITY

CHECKLIST CHECKLIST
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Ensure air barrier continuity between

floor, and wall lining or sheathing
Floor insulation must tightly abut layer. A flexible membrane installed
inner face of upstand or steel frame below the steel channel may be used
to provide this continuity
Ensure wall insulation is installed at
least 200 mm below top of floor
insulation Seal between wall and floor air
barrier OR seal gap between skirting
If screed is used instead of timber board and floor using a flexible
floor covering, install edge insulation sealant
with min. R-value of 0.75m2 K/W
through depth of screed
Seal all penetrations through air
barrier using a flexible sealant or tape

Complying with checklist qualifies builder to claim ! value in Complying with checklist will help achieve design air permeability
Table 3 of IP 1/06 and Table K1 of DEAP 2006 and may effect a reduced testing regime.

GENERAL NOTES OPTION AIR BARRIER - OPTIONS

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If compressible insulation is installed between studs in addition to rigid
board insulation over, it should be tightly packed and be in direct
contact with the rigid board. Take care to ensure compressible
Rigid insulation or board sheathing, or
insulation is maintained above dewpoint temperature
Some thermal bridging is inevitable in this location since robust bearing
and holding down arrangements are normally required between frame Internal lining, for example, plasterboard, or
and slab. Design should keep bridging within acceptable limits to reduce
condensation risk
Detail applicable:- Ground-bearing floor; raft foundation; in-situ Airtightness membrane and tapes
suspended ground floor slab; pre-cast suspended ground floor; concrete
and screed. Insulation below slab
ACCEPTABLE CONSTRUCTION DETAIL Ground Floor - Insulation below slab
(5) STEEL FRAME Lightweight Intermediate Floor DETAIL 5.03, JULY 2008

THERMAL PERFORMANCE AIR BARRIER - CONTINUITY

CHECKLIST CHECKLIST
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If using wall lining to form air barrier,

ensure air barrier continuity between
upper and lower wall linings. A
flexible membrane installed around
floor edge may be used to provide
Continue wall insulation across floor this continuity. (Dotted blue line
abutment zone depicts air barrier continuity through
floor zone, and can be notional)

Seal all penetrations through air

barrier using a flexible sealant or tape

Complying with checklist qualifies builder to claim ! value in Complying with checklist will help achieve design air permeability
Table 3 of IP 1/06 and Table K1 of DEAP 2006 and may effect a reduced testing regime.

GENERAL NOTES OPTION AIR BARRIER - OPTIONS

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If compressible insulation is installed between studs in addition to rigid

board insulation over, it should be tightly packed and be in direct Rigid insulation or board sheathing, or
contact with the rigid board. Take care to ensure compressible
insulation is maintained above dewpoint temperature Internal lining, for example, plasterboard, or

Airtightness membrane and tapes

ACCEPTABLE CONSTRUCTION DETAIL Lightweight Intermediate Floor

(5) STEEL FRAME Separating Wall (plan) DETAIL 5.04, JULY 2008

THERMAL PERFORMANCE AIR BARRIER - CONTINUITY

CHECKLIST CHECKLIST
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Continue external wall insulation Ensure air barrier continuity between

across abutment zone. (Use sheathing layer, and wall lining or
appropriate material where cavity sheathing layer. A flexible membrane
barrier or full-fill insulation is installed around the steel channels
employed) may be used to provide this
continuity

Ensure continuity of insulation

between separating wall, and external Seal all penetrations through air
wall construction barrier using a flexible sealant or tape

Complying with checklist qualifies builder to claim ! value in Complying with checklist will help achieve design air permeability
Table 3 of IP 1/06 and Table K1 of DEAP 2006 and may effect a reduced testing regime.

GENERAL NOTES OPTION AIR BARRIER - OPTIONS

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If compressible insulation is installed between studs in addition to rigid

board insulation over, it should be tightly packed and be in direct Rigid insulation or board sheathing, or
contact with the rigid board. Take care to ensure compressible
insulation is maintained above dewpoint temperature
Internal lining, for example, plasterboard, or
See TGD-B for guidance on fire safety and TGD-E for guidance on
sound insulation
Airtightness membrane and tapes
Read this detail in conjunction with detail 5.05, Separating Wall (section)

ACCEPTABLE CONSTRUCTION DETAIL Separating Wall (plan)

(5) STEEL FRAME Separating Wall (section) DETAIL 5.05, JULY 2008

THERMAL PERFORMANCE AIR BARRIER - CONTINUITY

CHECKLIST CHECKLIST
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Ensure full depth of insulation

between, over (or below) joists
extends through stud framework Seal all penetrations through air
barrier using a flexible sealant or tape

Pack compressible insulation between

last truss / joist and separating wall Seal between wall and ceiling linings

Complying with checklist qualifies builder to claim ! value in Complying with checklist will help achieve design air permeability
Table 3 of IP 1/06 and Table K1 of DEAP 2006 and may effect a reduced testing regime.

GENERAL NOTES OPTION AIR BARRIER - OPTIONS

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If compressible insulation is installed between studs in addition to rigid

board insulation over, it should be tightly packed and be in direct Rigid insulation
Internal or example,
lining, for board sheathing, or
plasterboard
contact with the rigid board. Take care to ensure compressible
insulation is maintained above dewpoint temperature
Internal lining, for example, plasterboard, or
See TGD-B for guidance on fire safety and TGD-E for guidance on
sound insulation
Airtightness membrane and tapes
Read this detail in conjunction with detail 5.04, Separating Wall (plan)

ACCEPTABLE CONSTRUCTION DETAIL Separating Wall (section)

(5) STEEL FRAME Stud Partition Wall (plan) DETAIL 5.06, JULY 2008

THERMAL PERFORMANCE AIR BARRIER - CONTINUITY

CHECKLIST CHECKLIST
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Seal all penetrations through air

barrier using a flexible sealant

Continue wall insulation across

abutment zone If using wall lining to form air barrier,
ensure air barrier continuity across
partition wall. Tape seal over any
open holes in the end vertical
partition channel. (Dotted blue line
depicts air barrier continuity through
floor zone, and can be notional)

Complying with checklist qualifies builder to claim ! value in Complying with checklist will help achieve design air permeability
Table 3 of IP 1/06 and Table K1 of DEAP 2006 and may effect a reduced testing regime.

GENERAL NOTES OPTION AIR BARRIER - OPTIONS

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If compressible insulation is installed between studs in addition to rigid

board insulation over, it should be tightly packed and be in direct Rigid insulation or board sheathing, or
contact with the rigid board. Take care to ensure compressible
insulation is maintained above dewpoint temperature
Internal lining, for example, plasterboard, or
Read this detail in conjunction with detail G-04, Metal Stud Partition
Wall (section) Airtightness membrane and tapes

ACCEPTABLE CONSTRUCTION DETAIL Stud Partition Wall (plan)

(5) STEEL FRAME Eaves - Ventilated Attic DETAIL 5.07, JULY 2008

THERMAL PERFORMANCE AIR BARRIER - CONTINUITY

CHECKLIST CHECKLIST
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Ensure continuity of insulation

throughout junction Seal all penetrations through air
barrier using a flexible sealant or tape
Ensure full depth of insulation
between and over joists abuts eaves
insulation
Ensure air barrier continuity between
Ensure gap between wall plate and ceiling, and wall lining or sheathing
proprietary eaves vent is completely layer. A flexible membrane installed
filled with insulation having a min. below wall plate may be used to
R-value across the insulation provide this continuity
thickness of 1.2 m2 K/W

Complying with checklist qualifies builder to claim ! value in Complying with checklist will help achieve design air permeability
Table 3 of IP 1/06 and Table K1 of DEAP 2006 and may effect a reduced testing regime.

GENERAL NOTES OPTION AIR BARRIER - OPTIONS

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Thermal performance of junction can be improved by incorporating an eaves wind
barrier (plywood, OSB, softboard or other suitable material) around insulation to be
sealed to connect with the ventilator strip thereby mitigating wind chill from the vent
inlet in the eaves. Rigid insulation or board sheathing, or
Use of over joist insulation is considered best practice, as it eliminates the cold bridge
caused by the joist
Use proprietary eaves ventilator to ensure ventilation in accordance with BS5250. Internal lining, for example, plasterboard, or
Installation of eaves ventilator must not prevent free water drainage below tiling battens
If compressible insulation is installed between studs in addition to rigid board insulation
over, it should be tightly packed and be in direct contact with the rigid board. Take care Airtightness membrane and tapes
to ensure compressible insulation is maintained above dewpoint temperature
Read this detail in conjunction with detail 5-13, Gable - Attic Floor Level
ACCEPTABLE CONSTRUCTION DETAIL Eaves - Ventilated Attic
(5) STEEL FRAME Eaves - Unventilated Attic DETAIL 5.08, JULY 2008

THERMAL PERFORMANCE AIR BARRIER - CONTINUITY

CHECKLIST CHECKLIST
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Ensure continuity of insulation

throughout junction Seal all penetrations through air
barrier using a flexible sealant or tape
Ensure full depth of insulation
between and over joists abuts eaves
insulation
Ensure air barrier continuity between
Ensure gap between wall plate and ceiling, and wall lining or sheathing
proprietary eaves vent is completely layer. A flexible membrane installed
filled with insulation having a min. below wall plate may be used to
R-value across the2 insulation provide this continuity
thickness of 1.2 m K/W

Complying with checklist qualifies builder to claim ! value in Complying with checklist will help achieve design air permeability
Table 3 of IP 1/06 and Table K1 of DEAP 2006 and may effect a reduced testing regime.

GENERAL NOTES OPTION AIR BARRIER - OPTIONS

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Use of over joist insulation is considered best practice, as it eliminates the cold
bridge caused by the joist
Use vapour permeable roof underlay in strict accordance with third party Rigid insulation or board sheathing, or
certification
Eaves insulation must not hinder free water drainage below tiling battens
Install suitable cavity barrier to manufacturers specification Internal lining, for example, plasterboard, or
If compressible insulation is installed between studs in addition to rigid
board insulation over, it should be tightly packed and be in direct contact
with the rigid board. Take care to ensure compressible insulation is Airtightness membrane and tapes
maintained above dewpoint temperature
Read this detail in conjunction with detail 5-13, Gable - Attic Floor Level

ACCEPTABLE CONSTRUCTION DETAIL Eaves - Unventilated Attic

 Eaves - Insulation between and under
(5) STEEL FRAME DETAIL 5.09, JULY 2008
rafters - Ventilated Rafter Void - Dormer
THERMAL PERFORMANCE AIR BARRIER - CONTINUITY
CHECKLIST CHECKLIST
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Ensure continuity of insulation

throughout junction Install double, full depth timber
nogging between floor joists, and seal
Ensure insulation is installed tightly between nogging, ceiling and upper
between rafters and is in contact with stud wall with a flexible sealant.
under-rafter insulation (Dotted blue line is notional, to
depict air barrier continuity through
Ensure full depth of insulation noggings.)
between and over joists abuts eaves
Ensure air barrier continuity between
insulation
ceiling, and wall lining or sheathing
Ensure gap between wall plate and layer. A flexible membrane installed
proprietary eaves guard is completely below wall plate may be used to
filled with insulation having a min. provide this continuity
R-value across the insulation
thickness of 1.2 m2 K/W Seal all penetrations through air
barrier using a flexible sealant or tape

Complying with checklist qualifies builder to claim ! value in Complying with checklist will help achieve design air permeability
Table 3 of IP 1/06 and Table K1 of DEAP 2006 and may effect a reduced testing regime.

GENERAL NOTES OPTION AIR BARRIER - OPTIONS

(TICK ONE)
Thermal performance of junction can be improved by incorporating an eaves wind barrier
(plywood, OSB, softboard or other suitable material) around insulation to be sealed to
connect with the ventilator strip thereby mitigating wind chill from the vent inlet in the
eaves. Rigid insulation or board sheathing, or
Use a proprietary eaves ventilator to ensure ventilation in accordance with BS5250.
Installation of eaves ventilator must not prevent free water drainage below tiling battens
Use of over joist and under rafter insulation is considered best practice, as it eliminates the
cold bridge caused by the joist/rafter Internal lining, for example, plasterboard, or
Install suitable cavity barrier to manufacturers specification
If compressible insulation is installed between studs in addition to rigid board insulation
over, it should be tightly packed and be in direct contact with the rigid board. Take care to Airtightness membrane and tapes
ensure compressible insulation is maintained above dewpoint temperature
Read this detail in conjunction with details 5-13, Gable - Attic Floor Level and 5-14, Gable -
Insulation between and under rafters - Ventilated Rafter Void
Eaves - Insulation between and under rafters
ACCEPTABLE CONSTRUCTION DETAIL Ventilated Rafter Void - Dormer
 Eaves - Insulation between and under rafters -
(5) STEEL FRAME DETAIL 5.10, JULY 2008
Unventilated Rafter Void - Dormer
THERMAL PERFORMANCE AIR BARRIER - CONTINUITY
CHECKLIST CHECKLIST
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Ensure continuity of insulation Install double, full depth timber

throughout junction nogging between floor joists, and seal
between nogging, ceiling and upper
Ensure insulation is installed tightly
stud wall with a flexible sealant.
between rafters and is in contact with
(Dotted blue line is notional, to
under-rafter insulation
depict air barrier continuity through
Ensure full depth of insulation noggings.)
between and over joists abuts eaves
insulation Ensure air barrier continuity between
ceiling, and wall lining or sheathing
Ensure gap between wall plate and layer. A flexible membrane installed
proprietary eaves guard is completely below wall plate may be used to
filled with insulation having a min. provide this continuity
R-value across the insulation
thickness of 1.2 m2 K/W Seal all penetrations through air
barrier using a flexible sealant or tape

Complying with checklist qualifies builder to claim ! value in Complying with checklist will help achieve design air permeability
Table 3 of IP 1/06 and Table K1 of DEAP 2006 and may effect a reduced testing regime.

GENERAL NOTES OPTION AIR BARRIER - OPTIONS

(TICK ONE)
If required by BS5250, use vapour control plasterboard or separate vapour control
layer behind plasterboard
Vapour permeable roof underlay to be used in strict accordance with approved third
party certification Rigid insulation or board sheathing, or
Use of over joist and under rafter insulation is considered best practice, as it
eliminates the cold bridge caused by the joist/rafter
Eaves insulation must not hinder free water drainage below tiling battens
Install suitable cavity barrier to manufacturers specification Internal lining, for example, plasterboard, or
If compressible insulation is installed between studs in addition to rigid board
insulation over, it should be tightly packed and be in direct contact with the rigid
board. Take care to ensure compressible insulation is maintained above dewpoint Airtightness membrane and tapes
temperature
Read this detail in conjunction with details 5-13, Gable - Attic Floor Level and
5-15, Gable - Insulation between and under rafters - Unventilated Rafter Void
Eaves - Insulation between and under rafters
ACCEPTABLE CONSTRUCTION DETAIL Unventilated Rafter Void - Dormer
 Eaves - Insulation between and under rafters -
(5) STEEL FRAME DETAIL 5.11, JULY 2008
Ventilated Rafter Void - Pitched ceiling
THERMAL PERFORMANCE AIR BARRIER - CONTINUITY
CHECKLIST CHECKLIST
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Ensure continuity of insulation

throughout junction
Ensure insulation is installed tightly
between rafters and is in contact with Seal all penetrations through air
under-rafter insulation barrier using a flexible sealant or tape

Ensure full depth of insulation Ensure air barrier continuity between

between and under rafters abuts ceiling, and wall lining or sheathing
eaves insulation layer. A flexible membrane installed
Ensure gap between wall plate and below wall plate may be used to
proprietary eaves guard is completely provide this continuity
filled with insulation having a min.
R-value across the insulation
thickness of 1.2 m2 K/W

Complying with checklist qualifies builder to claim ! value in Complying with checklist will help achieve design air permeability
Table 3 of IP 1/06 and Table K1 of DEAP 2006 and may effect a reduced testing regime.

GENERAL NOTES OPTION AIR BARRIER - OPTIONS

(TICK ONE)
Thermal performance of junction can be improved by incorporating an eaves wind barrier
(plywood, OSB, softboard or other suitable material) around insulation to be sealed to connect
with the ventilator strip thereby mitigating wind chill from the vent inlet in the eaves.
Use a proprietary eaves ventilator to ensure ventilation in accordance with BS5250. Installation
of the eaves ventilator must not prevent free water drainage below the tiling battens Rigid insulation or board sheathing, or
If required by BS5250, use vapour control plasterboard or separate vapour control layer behind
plasterboard
Use of over joist and under rafter insulation is considered best practice, as it eliminates the cold Internal lining, for example, plasterboard, or
bridge caused by the joist/rafter
Install suitable cavity barrier to manufacturers specification
If compressible insulation is installed between studs in addition to rigid board insulation over, it
should be tightly packed and be in direct contact with the rigid board. Take care to ensure Airtightness membrane and tapes
compressible insulation is maintained above dewpoint temperature
Read this detail in conjunction with details 5-13, Gable - Attic Floor Level and 5-14, Gable -
Insulation between and under rafters - Ventilated Rafter Void
Eaves - Insulation between and under rafters
ACCEPTABLE CONSTRUCTION DETAIL Ventilated Rafter Void - Pitched ceiling
 Eaves - Insulation between and over rafters -
(5) STEEL FRAME DETAIL 5.12, JULY 2008
Unventilated Rafter Void - Pitched ceiling
THERMAL PERFORMANCE AIR BARRIER - CONTINUITY
CHECKLIST CHECKLIST
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Ensure continuity of insulation Install double, full depth timber

throughout junction nogging between floor joists, and seal
between nogging, ceiling and upper
Ensure insulation is installed tightly stud wall with a flexible sealant.
between rafters and is in contact with (Dotted blue line is notional, to
over-rafter insulation depict air barrier continuity through
Ensure full depth of insulation noggings.)
between and over rafters abuts eaves
insulation Seal all penetrations through air
barrier using a flexible sealant or tape
Ensure gap between wall plate and
over rafter insulation is completely Ensure air barrier continuity between
filled with insulation having a min. ceiling, and wall lining or sheathing
R-value across the insulation layer. A flexible membrane installed
thickness of 1.2 m2 K/W below wall plate may be used to
provide this continuity

Complying with checklist qualifies builder to claim ! value in Complying with checklist will help achieve design air permeability
Table 3 of IP 1/06 and Table K1 of DEAP 2006 and may effect a reduced testing regime.

GENERAL NOTES OPTION AIR BARRIER - OPTIONS

(TICK ONE)
Vapour permeable roof underlay to be used in strict accordance with approved third
party certification
If required by BS5250, use vapour control plasterboard or separate vapour control
layer behind plasterboard Rigid insulation or board sheathing, or
Use of over rafter insulation is considered best practice, as it eliminates the cold bridge
caused by the joist/rafter
Install suitable cavity barrier to manufacturers specification Internal lining, for example, plasterboard, or
If compressible insulation is installed between studs in addition to rigid board insulation
over, it should be tightly packed and be in direct contact with the rigid board. Take care
to ensure compressible insulation is maintained above dewpoint temperature Airtightness membrane and tapes
Read in conjunction with detail 5-16, Gable - Insulation between and over rafters -
Unventilated Rafter Void
Eaves - Insulation between and over rafters
ACCEPTABLE CONSTRUCTION DETAIL Unventilated Rafter Void - Pitched ceiling
(5) STEEL FRAME Gable - Ventilated and Unventilated Attic DETAIL 5.13, JULY 2008

THERMAL PERFORMANCE AIR BARRIER - CONTINUITY

CHECKLIST CHECKLIST
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Ensure full depth of insulation between Seal all penetrations through air
and over joists extends to inner face of barrier using a flexible sealant or tape
rigid wall sheathing / insulation

Ensure air barrier continuity between

ceiling, and wall lining or sheathing
Pack compressible insulation between layer. A flexible membrane installed
last truss / joist, and gable wall insulation below wall plate may be used to
provide this continuity

Complying with checklist qualifies builder to claim ! value in Complying with checklist will help achieve design air permeability
Table 3 of IP 1/06 and Table K1 of DEAP 2006 and may effect a reduced testing regime.

GENERAL NOTES OPTION AIR BARRIER - OPTIONS

(TICK ONE)

Use of over rafter insulation is considered best practice, as it eliminates

the cold bridge caused by the joist/rafter Rigid insulation or board sheathing, or
If compressible insulation is installed between studs in addition to rigid board
insulation over, it should be tightly packed and be in direct contact with the
Internal lining, for example, plasterboard, or
rigid board. Take care to ensure compressible insulation is maintained above
dewpoint temperature
Read in conjunction with details 5-07, Eaves - Ventilated Attic, or 5-08, Eaves Airtightness membrane and tapes
- Unventilated Attic, as appropriate

ACCEPTABLE CONSTRUCTION DETAIL Gable - Ventilated and Unventilated Attic

 Gable - Insulation between and under
(5) STEEL FRAME DETAIL 5.14, JULY 2008
rafters - Ventilated Rafter Void
THERMAL PERFORMANCE AIR BARRIER - CONTINUITY
CHECKLIST CHECKLIST
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Ensure full depth of insulation between

and under rafters extends to wall. Pack
gap between rafter and wall with
compressible insulation

Fit insulation over top of wall within Seal all penetrations through air
gable ladder. Fully fill void unless barrier using a flexible sealant or tape
underlay requires to be draped, when 25
mm void must be maintained
Ensure insulation continuity
Ensure air barrier continuity between
throughout junction
ceiling, and wall lining or sheathing
Ensure wall insulation is taken up level layer. A flexible membrane installed
below wall plate may be used to
with top of wall
provide this continuity
Ensure insulation is installed tightly
between rafters and is in contact with
under-rafter insulation
Complying with checklist qualifies builder to claim ! value in Complying with checklist will help achieve design air permeability
Table 3 of IP 1/06 and Table K1 of DEAP 2006 and may effect a reduced testing regime.

GENERAL NOTES OPTION AIR BARRIER - OPTIONS

(TICK ONE)
Ventilate roof in accordance with BS 5250. If required by BS5250, use vapour
control plasterboard or separate vapour control layer behind plasterboard.
Use of under rafter insulation is considered best practice, as it eliminates Rigid insulation or board sheathing, or
the cold bridge caused by the rafter
Install suitable cavity barrier to manufacturers specification
If compressible insulation is installed between studs in addition to rigid board Internal lining, for example, plasterboard, or
insulation over, it should be tightly packed and be in direct contact with rigid
board. Take care to ensure compressible insulation is maintained above
dewpoint temperature Airtightness membrane and tapes
Read in conjunction with details 5-09, Eaves - Insulation between and under
rafters - Ventilated Rafter Void
Gable - Insulation between and under rafters -
ACCEPTABLE CONSTRUCTION DETAIL Ventilated Rafter Void
 Gable - Insulation between and under
(5) STEEL FRAME DETAIL 5.15, JULY 2008
rafters - Unventilated Rafter Void
THERMAL PERFORMANCE AIR BARRIER - CONTINUITY
CHECKLIST CHECKLIST
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Ensure full depth of insulation between

and under rafters extends to wall. Pack
gap between rafter and wall with
compressible insulation

Fit insulation over top of wall within Seal all penetrations through air
gable ladder. Fully fill void unless barrier using a flexible sealant or tape
underlay requires to be draped, when 25
mm void must be maintained
Ensure insulation continuity Ensure air barrier continuity between
throughout junction ceiling, and wall lining or sheathing
layer. A flexible membrane installed
Ensure wall insulation is taken up level
below wall plate may be used to
with top of wall
provide this continuity
Ensure insulation is installed tightly
between rafters and is in contact with
under-rafter insulation
Complying with checklist qualifies builder to claim ! value in Complying with checklist will help achieve design air permeability
Table 3 of IP 1/06 and Table K1 of DEAP 2006 and may effect a reduced testing regime.

GENERAL NOTES OPTION AIR BARRIER - OPTIONS

(TICK ONE)
If required by BS5250, use vapour control plasterboard or separate vapour control
layer behind plasterboard.
Vapour permeable roof underlay to be used in strict accordance with approved third
party certification Rigid insulation or board sheathing, or
Use of under rafter insulation is considered best practice, as it eliminates the cold
bridge caused by the rafter
Install suitable cavity barrier to manufacturers specification
Internal lining, for example, plasterboard, or
If compressible insulation is installed between studs in addition to rigid board insulation
over, it should be tightly packed and be in direct contact with rigid board. Take care to
ensure compressible insulation is maintained above dewpoint temperature Airtightness membrane and tapes
Read in conjunction with details 5-10, Eaves - Insulation between and under rafters -
Unventilated Rafter Void
Gable - Insulation between and under rafters -
ACCEPTABLE CONSTRUCTION DETAIL Unventilated Rafter Void
 Gable - Insulation between and over
(5) STEEL FRAME DETAIL 5.16, JULY 2008
rafters - Unventilated Rafter Void
THERMAL PERFORMANCE AIR BARRIER - CONTINUITY
CHECKLIST CHECKLIST
(TICK ALL) (TICK ALL)

Fit insulation over top of wall within

gable ladder. Fully fill void between wall
head, and over-rafter insulation
Ensure wall insulation is taken up level
with top of wall Seal all penetrations through air
barrier using a flexible sealant or tape
Ensure insulation continuity
throughout junction
Ensure full depth of insulation between Ensure air barrier continuity between
and under rafters extends to wall. Pack ceiling, and wall lining or sheathing
gap between rafter and wall with layer. A flexible membrane installed
compressible insulation below wall plate may be used to
provide this continuity
Ensure insulation is installed tightly
between rafters and is in contact with
over-rafter insulation

Complying with checklist qualifies builder to claim ! value in Complying with checklist will help achieve design air permeability
Table 3 of IP 1/06 and Table K1 of DEAP 2006 and may effect a reduced testing regime.

GENERAL NOTES OPTION AIR BARRIER - OPTIONS

(TICK ONE)
If required by BS5250, use vapour control plasterboard or separate vapour control
layer behind plasterboard.
Vapour permeable roof underlay to be used in strict accordance with approved third
party certification Rigid insulation or board sheathing, or
Use of over rafter insulation is considered best practice, as it eliminates the cold bridge
caused by the rafter
Install suitable cavity barrier to manufacturers specification Internal lining, for example, plasterboard, or
If compressible insulation is installed between studs in addition to rigid board insulation
over, it should be tightly packed and be in direct contact with the rigid board. Take care
to ensure compressible insulation is maintained above dewpoint temperature Airtightness membrane and tapes
Read in conjunction with details 5-12, Eaves - Insulation between and over rafters -
Unventilated Rafter Void
Gable - Insulation between and over rafters
ACCEPTABLE CONSTRUCTION DETAIL Unventilated Rafter Void
(5) STEEL FRAME Flat Roof - Eaves DETAIL 5.17, JULY 2008

THERMAL PERFORMANCE AIR BARRIER - CONTINUITY

CHECKLIST CHECKLIST
(TICK ALL) (TICK ALL)

Ensure full depth of over roof

insulation over joists extends to roof
edge
Seal all penetrations through air
barrier using a flexible sealant or tape
Fit insulation over top of wall within
gable ladder. Fully fill void, ensuring
insulation is installed tightly between
joists, and is in contact with deck Ensure air barrier continuity between
ceiling, and wall lining or sheathing
layer. A flexible membrane installed
Ensure wall insulation is taken up level below wall plate may be used to
with top of wall provide this continuity

Complying with checklist qualifies builder to claim ! value in Complying with checklist will help achieve design air permeability
Table 3 of IP 1/06 and Table K1 of DEAP 2006 and may effect a reduced testing regime.

GENERAL NOTES OPTION AIR BARRIER - OPTIONS

(TICK ONE)
BS5250 requires vapour control layer to be installed between deck and
insulation
Rigid insulation or board sheathing, or
Turn up vapour control layer at edge of roof insulation, lap with roof
waterproofing layer, and seal
Internal lining, for example, plasterboard, or
If compressible insulation is installed between studs in addition to rigid board
insulation over, it should be tightly packed and be in direct contact with the
rigid board. Take care to ensure compressible insulation is maintained above Airtightness membrane and tapes
dewpoint temperature

ACCEPTABLE CONSTRUCTION DETAIL Flat Roof - Eaves

(5) STEEL FRAME Flat Roof - Parapet DETAIL 5.18, JULY 2008

THERMAL PERFORMANCE AIR BARRIER - CONTINUITY

CHECKLIST CHECKLIST
(TICK ALL) (TICK ALL)

Insulation upstand having a minimum

R-value of 0.75 m K/W (in heat flow
direction perpendicular to wall
surface) around parapet
Seal all penetrations through air
barrier using a flexible sealant or tape
300 mm minimum between top of
insulation upstand and bottom of
horizontal roof insulation Ensure air barrier continuity between
ceiling, and wall lining or sheathing
Install compressible insulation layer. A flexible membrane installed
between wall studs over level of deck below wall plate may be used to
provide this continuity

Ensure roof insulation tightly abuts

inner face of parapet wall

Complying with checklist qualifies builder to claim ! value in Complying with checklist will help achieve design air permeability
Table 3 of IP 1/06 and Table K1 of DEAP 2006 and may effect a reduced testing regime.

GENERAL NOTES OPTION AIR BARRIER - OPTIONS

(TICK ONE)
If required by BS5250, use vapour control plasterboard or separate
vapour control layer behind plasterboard
Rigid insulation or board sheathing, or
Turn up vapour control layer at edge of roof insulation, lap with roof
waterproofing layer, and seal
Internal lining, for example, plasterboard, or
If compressible insulation is installed between studs in addition to rigid board
insulation over, it should be tightly packed and be in direct contact with the
rigid board. Take care to ensure compressible insulation is maintained above Airtightness membrane and tapes
dewpoint temperature

ACCEPTABLE CONSTRUCTION DETAIL Flat Roof - Parapet

(5) STEEL FRAME Ope - Lintel DETAIL 5.19, JULY 2008

THERMAL PERFORMANCE AIR BARRIER - CONTINUITY

CHECKLIST CHECKLIST
(TICK ALL) (TICK ALL)

Seal all penetrations through air

barrier using a flexible sealant or tape

Ensure air barrier continuity between

Finish insulation tight to closer frame, and wall lining or sheathing
layer. A flexible membrane may be
used to provide this continuity

Install proprietary cavity closer with Apply flexible sealant to interfaces

thermal resistance path through
between wall air barrier elements,
closer of 0.45 m2 K/W or better and frame members
(Manufacturers' certified data)
Apply external flexible seal around
frame

Complying with checklist qualifies builder to claim ! value in Complying with checklist will help achieve design air permeability
Table 3 of IP 1/06 and Table K1 of DEAP 2006 and may effect a reduced testing regime.

GENERAL NOTES OPTION AIR BARRIER - OPTIONS

(TICK ONE)

If compressible insulation is installed between studs in addition to rigid board Rigid insulation or board sheathing, or
insulation over, it should be tightly packed and be in direct contact with the
rigid board. Take care to ensure compressible insulation is maintained above
dewpoint temperature Internal lining, for example, plasterboard, or

Airtightness membrane and tapes

ACCEPTABLE CONSTRUCTION DETAIL Ope - Lintel

(5) STEEL FRAME Ope - Jamb DETAIL 5.20, JULY 2008

THERMAL PERFORMANCE AIR BARRIER - CONTINUITY

CHECKLIST CHECKLIST
(TICK ALL) (TICK ALL)

Seal all penetrations through air

barrier using a flexible sealant or tape

Install proprietary cavity closer with Apply flexible sealant to interfaces

thermal resistance path through between wall air barrier elements,
closer of 0.45 m2 K/W or better and frame members
(Manufacturers' certified data)
Ensure air barrier continuity between
frame, and wall lining or sheathing
layer. A flexible membrane may be
Finish insulation tight to closer used to provide this continuity

Apply external flexible seal around

frame

Complying with checklist qualifies builder to claim ! value in Complying with checklist will help achieve design air permeability
Table 3 of IP 1/06 and Table K1 of DEAP 2006 and may effect a reduced testing regime.

GENERAL NOTES OPTION AIR BARRIER - OPTIONS

(TICK ONE)
If compressible insulation is installed between studs in addition to rigid board
insulation over, it should be tightly packed and be in direct contact with the
rigid board. Take care to ensure compressible insulation is maintained above Rigid insulation or board sheathing, or
dewpoint temperature
Internal lining, for example, plasterboard, or

Airtightness membrane and tapes

ACCEPTABLE CONSTRUCTION DETAIL Ope - Jamb

(5) STEEL FRAME Ope - Sill DETAIL 5.21, JULY 2008

THERMAL PERFORMANCE AIR BARRIER - CONTINUITY

CHECKLIST CHECKLIST
(TICK ALL) (TICK ALL)

Seal all penetrations through air

barrier using a flexible sealant or tape

Install proprietary cavity closer with Apply flexible sealant to interfaces

thermal resistance path through between wall air barrier elements,
closer of 0.45 m2 K/W or better and frame members
(Manufacturers' certified data)
Ensure air barrier continuity between
frame, and wall lining or sheathing
layer. A flexible membrane may be
Finish insulation tight to closer used to provide this continuity

Apply external flexible seal around

frame / bed frame in flexible seal

Complying with checklist qualifies builder to claim ! value in Complying with checklist will help achieve design air permeability
Table 3 of IP 1/06 and Table K1 of DEAP 2006 and may effect a reduced testing regime.

GENERAL NOTES OPTION AIR BARRIER - OPTIONS

(TICK ONE)

If compressible insulation is installed between studs in addition to rigid board Rigid insulation or board sheathing, or
insulation over, it should be tightly packed and be in direct contact with the
rigid board. Take care to ensure compressible insulation is maintained above
dewpoint temperature Internal lining, for example, plasterboard, or

Airtightness membrane and tapes

ACCEPTABLE CONSTRUCTION DETAIL Ope - Sill