More stories about Ventilation

  • GSA Scrutinizes Underfloor-Air Distribution

    Lessons learned from underfloor-air distribution systems with pressurized plenums are the basis for new GSA design standards and criteria.

  • Ultra Silent QTXE Ventilation Fans by Broan

    Engineered for continuous operation, Energy Star–rated Ultra Silent QTXE ventilation fans are quiet at 0.3 to 1.4 sones and are designed for use with a 6-inch duct. Louvers hide the fan housing at almost any angle, helping the grille to blend in with the ceiling, the company says, and a 16- to...

  • Builders’ Show Product Picks, Day 2

    Products from Armstrong Cabinet Products, Leviton, Koma and more.

  • Performance Testing Essential for Verifying the Performance of Houses

    Blower door, duct blaster, and other tests are a vital component of building science.

  • Energy-Efficient Building Products Reduce Health Problems

    Ellen Tohn tells public health and housing industry officials that energy efficiencies improve air quality and comfort and reduce moisture and pests.

  • New + Notable: Solar Panels, Bark Siding, and More

    Green building products from Huvco, Highland Craftsmen, Morso, and more.

  • A Close Look at Common Energy Claims

    You can't gauge the truth of an opinion by the frequency of its repetition. Exhibit A: Builders' opinions concerning energy, insulation, heating, and cooling. A fair percentage of these beliefs — derived in part from product marketing, obsolete recommendations from "experts," and oft-repeated tales...

  • New and Notable

    The latest green building products, including a hybrid water heater, eco-friendly wood, Energy Star-rated range hoods, an ultra-low-flow toilet, weather barriers, and much more.

  • Improve Indoor Air Quality With Whole-House Ventilation

    Whole-house ventilation isn’t just a good idea, it should be a standard feature in your homes. Here’s how it works.

  • Technology allows builders to address indoor air quality cost effectively

    Indoor air quality (IAQ) was not priority No. 1 for Virginia Ranch Development project manager Davis Johnson as he oversaw construction of an 800-home community in Gardnerville, Nev., near Carson City. It seldom is. Like just about everybody else in the business right now, Johnson's biggest concern...