Walls
A fundamental structural element of any building, affecting its stability, insulation and aesthetics.
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Why does the choice of wall type matter?
The choice of wall type is crucial to the durability, energy efficiency and comfort of a building. Different materials and construction technologies affect thermal and acoustic insulation, which translates into heating costs and noise levels inside the house. Solid walls provide better protection from the weather and improve building security.
Our standards
We have created documents indicating to what standard we build houses. This gives you the assurance that every detail of your home will be perfectly done.
High thermal insulation
We use materials and technologies that ensure optimal thermal insulation of walls (heat transfer coefficient K=0.20-0.25 W/m²K), which translates into energy efficiency of the building. Attention to the elimination of thermal bridges minimizes heat loss.
Fire resistance
We design walls with suitable materials, such as ceramic bricks and silicate blocks, which meet the requirements for load-bearing capacity and fireproofing, ensuring the safe use of the building in the event of a fire.
Proper vapor permeability
When designing walls, we take care to maintain proper vapor diffusion to avoid moisture in the construction materials. We place layers with higher diffusion resistance closer to the interior of the building, which allows the walls to "breathe" properly.
Thermal accumulation and sound insulation performance
We choose solid construction materials that have good heat accumulation and sound insulation. As a result, the walls provide thermal and acoustic comfort, both in winter and summer conditions.
Technologies used
Cross-section of a two-layer wall
A two-layer wall consists of a load-bearing layer and an insulating layer. It is usually easier and cheaper to build, but may require additional layers of insulation.
Check out what a double-layer wall consists of
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Carrier layer
A solid structure made of materials such as concrete, brick or concrete blocks, providing strength and stability to the building. Carries loads from the roof and upper floors, creating a reliable base for the entire structure.
Due to its durability, the bearing layer guarantees the longevity and safety of the entire building structure.
Thermal insulation
It provides effective protection against heat loss and improves the energy efficiency of the building. Made of materials such as polystyrene, mineral wool or insulation boards, it minimizes the penetration of cold into the interior and maintains an optimal temperature all year round.
Thanks to thermal insulation, the walls are energy-efficient, which translates into lower heating costs and greater living comfort.
Reinforcing mesh
An important part of the insulation system, which strengthens the plaster layer and prevents cracking. Made of durable material such as fiberglass, it provides stability and durability to the plastered surface.
The reinforcing mesh improves the adhesion of plaster to the thermal insulation layer, which guarantees an aesthetically pleasing and durable finish to the facade.
Ground
A preparation used before the application of plaster, which prepares the surface, increasing its adhesion and stability. Thanks to the primer, the plaster adheres better to the substrate, which prevents cracking and falling off, and provides an even finish to the walls.
Priming the surface also improves moisture resistance, which extends the life of the entire plastering system.
Exterior plaster
The final layer of the facade, which not only gives the building an aesthetic appearance, but also protects the walls from the weather. Made of durable materials, exterior plaster provides resistance to moisture, UV radiation and mechanical damage.
With a variety of textures and colors, the exterior plaster allows you to customize the look of your building to match your surroundings and architectural style.
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What if we insulate the walls of our house incorrectly?
Proper preparation of the walls for insulation and proper implementation can save us a lot of unpleasantness in the future. But what if we insulate the walls of the house incorrectly?
Technologies used
Cross-section of a three-layer wall
It offers better thermal and acoustic insulation, as well as greater protection from moisture, but is more complicated and expensive to build.
Check where the different elements of the three-layer wall are
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Carrier layer
A key structural element that transfers loads from the roof and upper floors to the foundations. Made of solid materials such as concrete, brick or concrete blocks, it ensures the stability and durability of the entire structure.
The load-bearing layer of the wall must be properly designed and constructed to guarantee the safety of the structure and the longevity of the building.
Thermal insulation
It is most often made of mineral wool, which provides excellent thermal and acoustic insulation and is non-combustible. Placed between the load-bearing layer and the facade layer, it effectively minimizes heat loss and helps maintain the optimal temperature inside the building.
With this layer, the building is more energy efficient, comfortable to live in and better protected from moisture and changing weather conditions.
Ventilation gap
The space between the thermal insulation layer and the facade layer, which allows air circulation. It ensures the drainage of moisture, which protects against its accumulation and the formation of mold and mildew.
Thanks to the ventilation gap, the wall is better protected from the weather, which increases the durability and insulation efficiency of the entire structure.
Facade layer
The exterior part of a structure that serves a protective and aesthetic function. Made of materials such as clinker brick, stone or architectural concrete, it protects the building from atmospheric factors such as rain, wind and UV radiation.
The facade layer also provides an attractive appearance to the building, allowing it to match the architectural style and surroundings.
What should we pay attention to?
Type of construction material
The choice of material, such as expanded clay, cellular concrete or silicate blocks, depends on the required load-bearing capacity of the walls, thermal and acoustic insulation. The right choice of material affects the durability and comfort of the building.
Thermal insulation
The choice of thickness and type of thermal insulation, such as Styrofoam or mineral wool, depends on the heat transfer requirements (U≤ 0.20 W/m²K). Proper insulation minimizes heat loss, which translates into energy efficiency of the building.
Vapor permeability
When designing the layout of the wall layers, we pay attention to the diffusion properties of the materials to ensure proper drainage of moisture. We place layers with higher diffusion resistance on the interior side of the building.
Moisture resistance and damp proofing
Depending on the ground conditions and the environment, we choose appropriate methods of damp proofing to prevent dampness in the walls, especially in the foundation and plinth sections.
Fire resistance
Depending on the fire resistance requirements, we select materials with the right parameters, such as ceramic bricks or silicates, which provide proper fire protection for the building.
Acoustics
With interior and exterior walls, we pay attention to sound insulation. Massive structural walls and thermal insulation, such as mineral wool, affect acoustic comfort inside the building.