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How much money can you save with insulation?

Many SMEs do not have adequate insulation in their premises. With 69% of Australian[…]

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What types of insulation are there?

There are two main types of insulation – bulk insulation and reflective insulation. You may also[…]

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Bulk insulation

Bulk insulation is like a big quilt in your ceiling and walls. In summer it stops the hot air outside[…]

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Reflective insulation

Reflective insulation such as reflective foil can reflect up to 95% of outside radiant heat.[3] This type of insulation includes:[…]

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Composite insulation (combining bulk and reflective)

Composite insulation has the best of both worlds as it combines the benefits and properties of[…]

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What’s the difference between ‘R-values’ and ‘U-values’?

‘R-values’ and ‘U-values’ are measurements used to judge the effectiveness of different types of insulation.[…]

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Insulation and safety

Many small business owners are concerned about the safety risks of installing insulation, particularly with regard to reflective foils[…]

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Draught-proofing your business

During winter, draughts can be responsible for up to 25% of heat loss from your business.[1] It’s a bigger[…]

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Finding the gaps and draughts in your building

You can spot draughts by dampening your hand and moving it over the following:[…]

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How to fix or reduce draughts in your building

Here are the simple ways to fix or reduce draughts: 1. Attach double-sided[…]