Specifiers Journal 2016

The Problem with Untreated Downlights!
Illustration showing how fitting Thermahood downlight covers can reduce the risk of condensation.
Downlights are very popular
in bathrooms and kitchens
where the problem can be
exaggerated due to production
of condensation in these rooms
by use of shower or bath and
cooking or dishwashers etc!
It is clear in the image how weak
the uncovered downlight is in
comparison to the Thermahood
covered downlight. Missing
insulation and draughts around the
downlight fitting added to the air
circulation that is required in loft
(vented roofs) result in condensation
being a major risk.
Thermahood is the simple solution
to this problem, when fitted
Thermahood can be sealed to the
ceiling lining to ensure an airtight
enclosure around the downlight
fitting which enables the loft
insulation to be fitted over and
around the light, minimising the risk
of condensation.
For more information visit;
www.thermahood.com
To view Thermahood Video use this
link; https://youtu.be/gUq9YpQvtfs
To purchase Thermahood online visit;
www.downlightatticseal.com
It is known that downlights are a
weak point in the fight against heat
loss. This is due the lack of insulation
around these vulnerable areas, and
the light fittings not being air-tight.
Covering downlights is now required
to meet building regulations. Loft
insulation should be kept away from
untreated downlights, meaning the
insulation is not continuous, which
leaves the ceiling as a weak point in
terms of heat loss. In such situations,
each downlight can pass as much
as 20m 3 per hour of conditioned
(heated) air from the room area to
the attic (at 50pa pressure).
Thermahood - Downlight Covers
have been developed to resolve
these problems. Made from selfextinguishing
flame retardant
material, Thermahood - Downlight
Covers provide an airtight seal,
allowing for the continuity of
loft insulation. Thermahood Ltd
manufactures its own product locally
for use in UK & Ireland and soon to be
introduced in Europe.
Thermahood - Downlight Covers also
improve air quality in living areas by
reducing the air flow from the loft,
and can help reduce noise transfer
through downlights.
It can be fitted quickly and easily
(a real DIY product) and once fitted,
Thermahood - Downlight Covers are
maintenance-free! Thermahood -
Downlight Covers are easy to use and
there are no special precautions to
consider when handling the product.
Its unique design ensures an effective
moisture barrier is maintained,
therefore overcoming any risk of
condensation as a result of water
vapour transmission into cold attic
voids. It allows you to seal around the
downlight and reduce draughts, and
to fit more insulation – which means
reduced heat loss and extra savings
on your energy bill. It is currently used
by Insulation contractors in N.Ireland,
Ireland, England, Scotland & Wales in
grant schemes including Green Deal,
Eco, Warm Homes & Warmer Home
schemes.
For more information visit: www.thermahood.com, www.downlightatticseal.com or call 028 4177 4047
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