Filtration: Air Infiltration Barriers & Water Filtration
There is much talk today about the importance of an “air-tight home” to both energy efficiency, as well as favorable Indoor Air Quality (IAQ). Air infiltration occurs when gaps in walls allow cold air in and warm air out during the winter, and hot air in and cold air out in the summer months. This unwanted air flow creates drafts throughout the house that cause the heating and cooling system to work less efficiently.
Plastics—in the form of housewrap, sealants and foam sheathing insulation—can serve as air infiltration barriers, reducing infiltration of outside air into the average home by up to 10 to 50 percent. These products can significantly reduce the energy required to heat and cool the home. Furthermore, plastic filters for water, air and vacuum units in the home allow for the easy removal of large particles, helping to provide safer water and air for our families.
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