New Pictures

Here are a few more pictures from our project in Lochgilphead

Roof section

View inside

Wrapped in breathable membrane

More On Breathable Membranes

Breathable membranes are often made from many layers of aluminum mesh that has been bonded together. This mesh is very fine and yet porous. This allows vapors to escape and yet prevents water from coming in. Imagine a sieve that only works in one direction. During home building this material is used on floors, roofs and walls underneath the finish although there are some that are actually designed to be the finish. 

Info from breathermembrane

Breathable Membrane/Fabrics explained

Waterproof/breathable fabrics resist liquid water passing through, but allow water vapour to pass through. Their ability to block out rain and snow while allowing vapour from sweat to evaporate leads to their use in rainwear, waterproof outdoor sports clothing, tents, and other applications.

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Info from Wikipedia    

Breathable Membrane

Two pictures of the house now wrapped in breathable membrane.

Breathable Membrane

The house is now covered with a breathable membrane