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Are steel columns a source of cold bridge in cavity walls?

Anonymous user 16/03/2024 - 2.46 PM

I have a steel column in a cavity wall and was just wondering in what way a steel column is a cold bridge in cavity wall within the wall build up. do I need to insulated the back of the column?

Are you a tradesperson and able to answer this question?

2 Answers

Anonymous user

If the cavity has insulation it will not need insulating again.
Answered5 April 2022
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Anonymous user

As long as the steel isn't touching both skins there shouldn't be a problem
Answered3 May 2022
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