<b><b></b><br><b> Thermal info</b></b><br> A variety of free information brochures on thermal, environmental and energy issues in construction are available from The Timber and Brick Information Council. The latest, &amp;“The Sap is rising - don&amp;’t be left out in the cold - choose timber frame&amp;”, describes the Standard Assessment Procedure (SAP) energy efficiency measurement for homes. <p></p><p>The council promotes timber frame construction, particularly for its insulating characteristics. </p><p><b>The Timber and Brick Information Council</b></p><p><b> EO838</b></p><p></p>