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Ferndale Rise Retrofit: Transforming a 1930s Home with Passive Purple
The Ferndale Rise retrofit demonstrates how a traditional 1930s semi-detached home can be transformed into a high-performance, energy-eff...
Intelligent Membranes Joins the Radon Council: Raising the Standard for Radon Safety in the UK
We’re proud to announce our membership with the Radon Council, reinforcing our commitment to best practice in radon measurement, mitigati...
Introducing the world's most airtight bar - located in Cambridgeshire
The world’s first airtight pub has opened in Cambridgeshire, built to Passivhaus standards and powered by the warmth of its customers. Di...
Why Passivhaus Sets The Standard
Passive Purple plays a vital role in achieving Passivhaus standards by creating a seamless, liquid-applied airtight membrane that reduces...
Adam White Extends Charity Support To Blue Ribbon Foundation
Intelligent Membranes has joined forces with the Blue Ribbon Foundation to promote men’s mental and physical health, tackling the constru...
Our MD Adam White is to Join Offsite Dirt
Adam White joins Offsite Dirt Network and modular construction expert Audree M Grubesic to support innovation, collaboration and industry...
Intelligent Membranes Commits to Habbin Stand Sponsorship Renewal
Intelligent Membranes has confirmed a one-year extension of its sponsorship of the Habbin Stand at Abbey Stadium, marking a continued com...
Intelligent Membranes Becomes a Supporter of Passive House California
Intelligent Membranes is proud to support Passive House California as part of its continued expansion into the U.S. market. With a shared...
NHBC Standards 2023: Waterproof Membranes as a Tanking System
The July 2023 updates to NHBC Standards 2023 introduce mandatory requirements for liquid-applied waterproofing membranes in bath and show...
Intelligent Membranes Feature on Passive House Accelerator Component Spotlight
We were proud to join the Passive House Accelerator podcast to discuss how Intelligent Membranes is helping drive performance-led constru...
Raising the Standard: Intelligent Membranes Joins the AECB to Drive Sustainable Building
Intelligent Membranes is proud to become an official member of the Association for Environment Conscious Building (AECB), reinfor...
Intelligent Membranes Continues Membership Support for the Passivhaus Trust
Intelligent Membranes is proud to renew our membership with the Passivhaus Trust, reinforcing our commitment to high-performance, low-ene...
Damp Walls? Two Breathable Solutions That Actually Work
Damp walls are more than a surface issue, they are a sign that moisture is penetrating your building fabric and compromising performance....
Spray-On Window Protection: Save Time and Money on Construction Sites
Construction sites are busy environments where new windows can easily be scratched, chipped, or damaged by paint and debris. This blog ex...
Intelligent Membranes at the UK & Ireland Passivhaus Conference 2025
Intelligent Membranes will be attending the 2025 UK & Ireland Passivhaus Conference in Belfast, joining industry leaders to discuss s...
How to Retrofit Vapour Control Without the Mess
This blog explains how vapour control can still be added to a building even after construction or retrofit work has been completed. Using...
Why White GOAT is Solar Reflective Gold Roofing Membrane
White GOAT isn’t just a waterproofing solution, its high solar reflectivity helps reduce surface temperatures, improve energy efficiency,...
The Science Behind Airtight and smoke tight Buildings
Airtightness has become essential in modern construction, delivering lower energy bills, improved indoor air quality, and long-term build...
“Transforming Education Buildings: How Airtightness Upgraded a College Retrofit”
PRODUCTS USED ON THIS PROJECT
"High-Performance Airtight Construction"
Products Used on This Project – Passive Purple Airtightness Solutions By Intelligent Membranes To tackle the complex mix of substrates on...
"Oxford Retrofit Case Study – Achieving Exceptional Airtightness with Passive Purple"
Results The achievement of a 0.4 ACH score underlines the potential of modern retrofitting techniques to transform existing buildings int...
Building a Passivhaus Standard School with Outstanding Airtightness Performance
PRODUCTS USED ON THIS PROJECT
Passive Purple Retrofit Installation in London – Airtightness for Energy Efficiency
PRODUCTS USED ON THIS PROJECT Passive Purple External Airtight Fire Rated Façade Waterproofing Membrane (10kg) – Spray / Roller – Intelli...
"High-Performance Airtight Passive House Build in Croydon"
Products Used on This Project 1. Passive Purple External Passive Purple External Airtight Fire Rated Façade Waterproofing Membrane (10kg)...
Building Sustainability with Passive Purple Products
Top Tip: Brush Work: A 4-inch block brush is perfect for working it into every nook and cranny. Yes, it’s a bit of a workout, but worth...
"Four-Bed Detached Airtightness with Passive Purple"
PRODUCTS USED ON THIS PROJECT 1. Passive Purple External Passive Purple External Airtight Fire Rated Façade Waterproofing Membrane (10kg)...
Airtight and Vapour Control for High-Rise Re-Cladding — Installed From the Outside I
High-rise re-cladding projects demand fire compliance, airtightness, and vapour control, often without internal access. Passive Purple X ...
Five things about waterproofing
Waterproofing is more than a final coat before tiling, it’s a critical performance layer that protects buildings and occupants for years....
Does Natural Ventilation Actually Work?
Natural ventilation has been used for centuries, but does it work in modern airtight buildings? Discover the limitations and better energ...
Damp Proofing Vs Waterproofing: What is the Difference?
Confused about damp proofing vs waterproofing? Learn the key differences, when each is required, and how to protect your building properly.
What is Passivhaus? From Origins to Modern Net Zero Building
Passivhaus has transformed modern construction, delivering ultra-low energy buildings through airtightness, insulation and heat recovery....
What Causes Damp Walls and What is the Solution?
Discover the real causes of damp walls - rising damp, penetrating damp and condensation, and how modern breathable membranes prevent long...
Is Passivhaus Worth The Cost?
Discover whether Passivhaus is worth the cost by exploring energy efficiency, airtight construction, indoor air quality, long-term saving...
Spray on window Protection - Made from 70% recycled materials
Intelligent Protect combines high-performance surface protection with environmental responsibility. Made with 70% recycled materials, thi...
Why IM Fleece Airtight Tape is the Best Choice for Retrofit Airtightness, Window Sealing, and Passivhaus Projects
IM Fleece Airtight Tape is the installer’s secret weapon for achieving airtight, smoke-tight, energy-efficient buildings. Designed with a...