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The contribution focuses on the issue of realization of stoves in energy passive houses. In the context of building airtightness, implementation of the stove is considered as a significantly weak element in the construction of energy efficient buildings. Conventional stoves and fireplaces disrupt the airtightness of the building envelope. The paper describes suitable types of stoves, materials of fireplace insert, types of fuel and connection possibilities to the heating system. The attention is paid to meeting th...

In connection with the requirements of energy saving and reducing greenhouse gas emissions, the current construction is characterized by high levels of airtightness of the building envelope. On the other hand, high levels of airtightness can be the cause of poor indoor air quality due to inadequate ventilation. Energy savings and ensuring the quality of the indoor environment are two confronting requirements of the current construction. The airtightness can be defined as a resistance of the construction to infiltr...