Water & Outside

Section · 4 entries

Water is the quiet variable in a home's condition. Where it lands, where it drains and how much of it runs through the taps all shape both running costs and the long-term state of the structure. These entries cover the outside of the building and the fittings that meter what comes in.

Water & Outside

Rainwater, drainage, fixtures and the ground immediately around the building.

Schematic of a water butt beside a downpipe with a tap near its base

Rainwater Butts And DownpipesCollecting roof water at the downpipe and keeping the overflow away from the wall.

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Straightforward
Spring

Schematic of a tap spout above a basin with the aerator insert marked at the tip

Low Flow Taps And ShowersFitting aerators and restrictors so fittings use less water without feeling weaker.

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Straightforward
Any season

Schematic of ground sloping away from a wall towards a drainage gully

Drainage And Ground LevelsGetting surface water to run away from the building rather than sit against it.

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Moderate
Warm, dry weather

Schematic of a single leaf shape with a central vein

Planting, Mulch And ShadeUsing planting and ground cover to hold moisture and shade the hottest elevations.

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Straightforward
Autumn

Catalogue Status

This catalogue holds 17 entries across 4 sections.

Entries are written to be read and worked from. Nothing here is ordered, priced or supplied.

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4 sections · 17 entries · 5 index pages — Building Envelope Heating, Cooling & Water Water & Outside Materials & Finishes