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Airtightness in Old Stone Houses in Ireland: How to Improve Without Harming Your Home

by Summit MattersSummit Group, The Science of Building, Traditional Build Methods, What we do November 12, 2025Comments are Disabled

Many Irish homeowners renovating old stone-built houses want to make them warmer and more energy-efficient — but airtightness can be a confusing topic. Traditional stone walls built with lime mortar behave very differently from modern block or timber-frame construction, so they need a more sensitive approach. At Summit Matters Ltd, we specialise in renovating older …

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Breathability vs. Airtightness in Building Science: What’s the Difference and Why It Matters

by Summit MattersConstruction Project Management, The Science of Building, What we do February 24, 2025Comments are Disabled

When renovating old homes or constructing new ones, two terms often come up in building science: breathability and airtightness. While they may sound like opposites, they actually work together to create healthy, efficient, and durable buildings. Let’s break them down in simple terms. What is Breathability? In the context of buildings, breathability refers to a …

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