THERMAL BRIDGING GUIDE - LABC
insulation layer is interrupted by a more conductive material. The type of thermal bridges considered in this Guide are called non-repeating or linear thermal bridges. These occur at junctions between elements, such as a wall and a floor or a window and a wall. At these locations heat is more able to transfer through the construction, resulting in
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