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3 Comforting Benefits of Having a Deep Floor Joist Spacing

3 Comforting Benefits of Having a Deep Floor Joist Spacing

by Lyn Beinat | 28 Mar, 2019 | Underfloor Insulation

Are you looking at upgrading your thermal comfort in summer and winter? You don’t have to look far and wide. The solution you need may be right underneath your floorboards! Installing insulation under your house can give a massive lift in your home’s thermal...
Beat The Heat: 5 Energy-Saving Ways To Make Your Home Summer-Ready

Beat The Heat: 5 Energy-Saving Ways To Make Your Home Summer-Ready

by Lyn Beinat | 21 Mar, 2019 | Cooler House, Draught Stopper, Insulation, Thermal Efficiency, Utility Bills, Windows

Are you confident that your home can protect you from summer heatwaves? Are you sick of skyrocketing energy bills every time summer rolls around? Get greater thermal comfort all year round without exhausting your energy and money. Here are five energy-efficient ways...
How To Fill Large Gaps in Hardwood Floors For Greater Thermal Comfort

How To Fill Large Gaps in Hardwood Floors For Greater Thermal Comfort

by Lyn Beinat | 17 Sep, 2018 | Draught Stopper, Thermal Efficiency, Underfloor Insulation

- Gaps in floorboards may appear to be minor from afar, but they can have a huge impact on your home’s indoor temperature and overall thermal comfort.  Find out why gaps exist in your floorboards and three ways you can fix them prevent them to protect your family from...
Hydronic Heating System Not Performing Well? You Might Have Missed This One Crucial Element

Hydronic Heating System Not Performing Well? You Might Have Missed This One Crucial Element

by Lyn Beinat | 11 Sep, 2018 | Underfloor Insulation

Hydronic heating system (also called in-slab hydronic floor heating) is an excellent energy-saving heating method.  It uses wall mounted panels to gently release heat into your rooms. Some homeowners prefer hydronic heating over reverse cycle air conditioning (blows...
How Underfloor Insulation Will Boost Your Comfort In Winter

How Underfloor Insulation Will Boost Your Comfort In Winter

by Lyn Beinat | 1 Jun, 2018 | Underfloor Insulation

Your underfloor area needs the same level of protection from unwanted heat exchange as your ceiling. In the winter time, a house with a poorly insulated underfloor can experience excessive coldness and discomfort because draught can easily permeate through the floors....
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