Draft is the unwanted movement of air through the building envelope. It can cause discomfort for occupants, increase energy costs, and damage building materials. There are a number of ways to avoid draft, including:
- Sealing air leaks. Air leaks can occur around windows, doors, pipes, and other openings in the building envelope. Sealing these leaks can help to prevent draft and improve the energy efficiency of the building.
- Insulating the building envelope. Insulation helps to reduce heat loss and air movement through the building envelope. This can help to prevent draft and make the building more comfortable for occupants.
- Using draft-stopping devices. Draft-stopping devices, such as weatherstripping and door sweeps, can help to prevent draft from entering the building through doors and windows.
Draft avoidance is an important part of creating a comfortable and energy-efficient building. By taking steps to avoid draft, you can improve the comfort of your occupants, reduce your energy costs, and protect your building from damage.