Changes to Part L and Part F of the Building Regulations in England - introduced on Wednesday 15th June 2022 - aim to ensure all new building applications and renovation projects are on-spec for thermal efficiency , energy efficiency and ventilation capability .

Approved Document L and Approved Document F will outline the criteria required for domestic , non-domestic , newbuild and renovation project buildings . Part L focuses on

the energy efficiency levels and the thermal performance of the building , set to reduce the impact on fuel usage , whilst Part F focuses on the ventilation performance , which can be as simple as how many windows can open within a

property , to minimising the ingress of external pollutants and the proper installation of ventilation systems .

REAL Aluminium has produced an easy-to-read guide on glazing specification choices to meet the updated building regulations , for a range of purposes including :

• Replacement on existing dwellings or extensions

• New extensions

• New build U Values with double glazing used

• New build U Values with triple glazing used

The guide also explains how to meet the Notional dwelling target , which allows architects to trade off U Values against other materials in a dwelling – as long as they are within the limiting U Values .

Dean Thomas , managing director , REAL Aluminium , comments : “ As a manufacturer of elegant , durable doors and window systems , REAL is committed to meeting building regulations to ensure full compliance . Our aluminium profiles use the very best material and offer exceptional lifetime value for money , but the final chosen glazing can make a significant difference to how the completed products perform .

“ We are on hand to offer guidance and advice to installers to ensure they can deliver a project of the highest technical standards and building regulations without compromising on the quality of the final installed product .”

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