One of the most popular insulation brands is Knauf Earthwool. Earthwool segments are made from fiberglass, similar to most other brands of bulk insulation. However, this German brand of insulation has gained significant popularity due to several distinct features which helped to set it apart from other recognized brands. An Industry First – Low Itch […]
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Autex has a made a name for itself in the market for dealing with acoustic sound insulation products. Autex manufactures insulation from polyester and specialises in both thermal and acoustic insulation and a range of specialty carpets and decorative peel and stick panels. Greenstuf Insulation an Itch Free Alternative The thermal and bulk insulation is […]
If we know how to keep a cup of coffee hot for hours, and we know how to keep our drinks chilled on a hot day, what’s to stop people from using that knowledge on a large scale? By understanding the fundamental properties of insulation and conductivity, there is nothing to stop anyone from applying […]
Is Polystyrene Insulation an Effective Thermal Barrier? Polystyrene is one of the most common plastics used today. Extruded polystyrene (XPS) is made from a polystyrene polymer using an ‘extrusion’ technique and is used as thermal insulation. Still Air is Practically the Best Insulator That Exists Any type of bulk insulation works on the same principal, […]
For some DIY renovators, working with insulation installation is not something they do every day. Quite often these people have done a bit of research and discovered that their home doesn’t have adequate ceiling insulation. They go up through the manhole, carry out some measurements and buy Pink Batts or Earthwool insulation. The reason they […]
Recently several articles have been published describing things you can do to keep warm in winter. At first glance is easy to be impressed by these astute people who figure out ways to keep warm that don’t involve turning their heating up excessively. One, they are saving money on their energy bills, and two, they […]
Building or renovating? A good strong door, a fresh coat of paint, a well landscaped front yard, new fittings in the bathroom – what you see is often what you get, and if it looks good, then you’ll probably be happy with the result. With insulation segments it’s a bit different. It’s not as visible […]
Will the insulation top-up option be the next trend? With electricity costs increasing across many areas in New Zealand, the insulation top-up option might soon become the new trend. The r value of thermal ceiling insulation will usually correspond closely to the thickness of the insulation segments. The more you’re paying for your energy, the […]
Many old homes which were not insulated during the construction stage will by now have had Pink Batts or some other brand of insulation installed in the ceiling. These days, people seem to realise just how much they can save on their energy bills by retaining their heat in winter and reducing heat gains in […]
Even if your thermometer showed a comfortable reading last winter, you may not have felt particularly warm during the coldest months. The reason for this could be that heat was escaping through gaps in your flooring or through the floor itself. Hot air can escape through completely sealed floors Most building materials do not have […]