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FAQ's

  • Are there show homes I can visit and where can I get the information for a specific type of house? Do all types of housing have show homes available to view?
    Not all types of houses have show homes, but there are certain styles that have been built in the UK. We therefore highly recommend you contact one of our exclusive partners and arrange a visit to a particular house.
  • What plaster is used for the exterior and interior on the VELOX system? And what is the technology behind the plastering system?
    Externally VELOX has been tested, certified and compatible with Parex renders and accepted by warranty providers. Internally any plaster is possible following manufacturers recommendations, but as standard we use plasterboard on dot and dabs with skim finish.

    The technological process of implementation renders can be downloaded in the Downloads section of this website.
  • How long can a VELOX house remain without external plaster? Do the boards get affected by exposure to moisture and frost?
    A house built with VELOX can remain without facades for a few years. Noise walls can be manufactured so they can simply be finished with spray paint. Other tiles and slabs can be used, with additional VELOX boards acting as a decorative element. However, this method will require a colour coating to finish.
  • Is it possible to eventually use the VELOX system with clay plaster? What is the recommended process and what company would you recommend?
    Using clay plaster is possible. We recommend contacting the manufacturer of the plaster and they will provide further information about the application.
  • For a family house being built using the VELOX system, the internal utilities distribution (electricity, water, heating) are going to be built within the walls. Where are the pipes and cables placed?
    The general rule is that distribution of pipes and cables should be considered at design stage, before build starts, to at least allocate where ducts are going to be placed between ground floor and first floor etc. Running pipes is simple, they get chased into the VELOX board up to 40mm dia, bigger diameter pipes would get placed into the cavity before concreting. Cables would get either chased in the VELOX board or run externally with capping protection, following UK regulations.
  • What is the price of VELOX compared to other masonry or timber frame systems?
    In general we can say that VELOX system is the at the cheaper end of construction systems, offering the best possible benefits to our customers. Benefits include: external insulation, air permeability of 0.5-1.5 due to concrete core, thermal mass (no polystyrene barrier internally), structural stability, no creaks or cracks, quick construction, U values down to Passive level etc. Send your project to us for quotation and compare to others.
  • With VELOX systems, is it possible to use timber floors/ceilings?
    Yes, you can use standard timber floor within VELOX system, without any problems. However we would strongly recommend you consider using VELOX concrete ceiling system with its extra benefits. These benefits include no creaking or cracking, sound proofing properties, extra thermal mass and long spans up to 12 meters.
  • In the spring we would like to build a VELOX house, which will be located on a hillside. Is this problematic? Could there be an issue with the building material for thermal insulation (polystyrene, cotton wool)?
    Put simply, VELOX Building System is suitable for all types of homes, including those on a slope, due to its high strength. In preparation, experienced VELOX designers will take the project's location into account and perform a structural analysis.

    Regarding the thermal insulation, it is advised to select a system with insulation already built in and top up any additional insulation as required.