Thermal Performance for Timber-framed Residential Construction

Technical Design Guide 24
Thermal performance for timber framed residential construction covered
Used correctly in residential structures, thermal mass can moderate daily temperature fluctuations, leading to more comfortable interiors and reduce the energy used for artificial heating or cooling.

Introduction

The Guide includes:

  • general and climate specific considerations
  • modelled house case studies
  • principles for thermal comfort
  • useful references for further reading