ᐅ Are any modifications needed for interior doors due to a controlled residential ventilation system?
Created on: 22 Jan 2019 06:19
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Hello. We are wondering whether the measures discussed in the forum regarding interior doors in connection with a mechanical ventilation system with heat recovery for air exchange are really necessary (e.g. cutting a gap at the bottom of the door, ventilated door frames, special transfer grilles, etc.). Air exchange must be ensured because of the Zehnder 350 mechanical ventilation system with heat recovery. Our general contractor said that some doors will remain open anyway, so all these measures are unnecessary. Of course, we would prefer the simplest and least complicated approach and just leave everything as it is. But then, does a mechanical ventilation system with heat recovery still offer any benefit?
I didn’t mean to suggest that this is the “optimal” solution in terms of soundproofing, but among the options mentioned here, it is the best possible choice. As the homeowner, however, you need to assess on a case-by-case basis whether this solution is sufficient. The door to the rarely used guest room has different requirements than the utility room with controlled mechanical ventilation. The “office” for private paperwork is used differently than the home workspace, and so on.
Solving the issue with soundproof doors and separate supply/exhaust air systems can be quite costly. Prioritization is often necessary, especially with limited budgets.
Solving the issue with soundproof doors and separate supply/exhaust air systems can be quite costly. Prioritization is often necessary, especially with limited budgets.