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Experimental U-values based on measured heat flows through the walls of some houses have been found to be significantly higher than predicted by conventional calculation procedures. The work was carried out in ordinary occupied houses, and included measurements on party, internal and external walls. There are a number of possible reasons for the differences including thermal bridging, high thermal conductivities and excessive air movement in the wall cavities and behind plasterboard dry lining.

Carbon dioxide from (simulated) people distributes fairly evenly in a closed office room, but can show an irregular height distribution when the door to a connecting space is open. The distribution and room to room transfer of carbon dioxide is evaluated in a 4-room test building and is discussed in terms of its implication for C02-controlled ventilation.