Masterclasses
Presented by exhibitors, our Masterclasses are an opportunity to learn from the experts
MASTERCLASSES
Masterclasses take place on both days of the Show
Each Masterclass is between 30 and 50 minutes long. Below are details and times of the Masterclasses at the 2018 Show.
Saturday 8 September
An Introduction to Heat Recovery Ventilation
10:30 – 11:10
Tim Bartlett of CVC Direct
All you ever wanted to know about Mechanical Heat Recovery Ventilation (MVHR) but didn’t like to ask!
Oak Frame Homes – understanding the potential of oak framing and encapsulation for energy efficiency
11:15 – 11:55
Tim Crump of Oakwrights will share his vast experience to arm the self-builder with the knowledge of the services and products on offer to achieve the highest standards of home building.
Transforming Your Home with Light
12:05 – 12:40
David Amos of Amos Lighting will demonstrate tried and tested ways to maximise the use of lighting in your project.
Saving on Your Water Bills
12:45 – 13:20
Ian Woodcock of Rainwater Harvesting
Rainwater collected off the roof can be used for toilets, washing machines and outside use. It can also act as a Sustainable Drainage System (SuDS) to prevent flooding. To meet current legislation on water usage, rainwater harvesting provides a sustainable and sensible solution.
Home Control & Entertainment – discreet solutions for your home
14:00 – 14:40
Karen Chugg of Intelligent Abodes offers advice on lighting & control, curtains or blinds to enhance the appearance of your home, whilst improving energy consumption. Learn more about discreet multi-room audio-visual systems and how to integrate the latest technology, voice control.
An Introduction to Passivhaus
14:50 – 15:20
Lee Broomhall of MBC Timber Frame
This introduction to Passivhaus explains why this building standard is rapidly growing in popularity. Lee will also talk about the MBC Timber Frame foundation system, which has been developed to achieve Passive standards.
From Forest to Home
15:30 – 16:15
Luke Copley-Wilkins of Carpenter Oak explains the processes that take place from selecting and grading oak through to providing beautiful structures for homes and commercial buildings using the latest modern materials and encapsulation techniques.
Sunday 9 September
Ventilation Systems
10:30 – 11:10
Charlie Bisby of Envirovent
The importance of the design of ventilation systems and the correct selection of ductwork. For self builders who want a solution which is simple and almost risk free, he will be discussing Environvent’s Fast Track semi-rigid ducting system.
Energy Storage
11:15 – 11:55
Gabriel Wondrausch of Sungift Solar
The importance of energy storage in the future of sustainable energy, maximising self-consumption and the integration of renewables into the national grid.
Underfloor Heating – the truth behind the myths
12:05 – 12:40
Brian Woodcock of Nu-Heat Underfloor Heating & Renewables reveals the truth behind the myths and explains how underfloor heating can help you break free from bad heating.
Home Cinema Design
12:45 – 13:20
Nic Black of The Pyramid Group
A guide to the key considerations and technology options relating to successful home cinema designs for living rooms and dedicated cinema rooms.
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Community Self Build
13:30 – 13:50
Alex South of CBSA - Veterans Self Build
Hear about the work of Veterans Self Build - part of Community Self Build Agency (CBSA) - which offers a route for ex-servicemen to begin to build their civilian lives as they construct their own homes.
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Heat Pumps and Renewable Heat – The Smarter Way
14:00 – 14:40
Emma Collinson of Smart Renewable Heat
Let us share our 15 years' experience, understanding that the challenge of energy efficiency is not going away, how to successfully implement heat pump solutions into your project, and why this is one of the best project investments to make your house your home.