Is your home always cold? Are you always the first one to put the heating on when winter rolls round? Do you feel a chill even with the heating on full blast? Not only is this a miserable way to live, it’s also likely costing you a fair whack in energy cost. Australian homes built […]
There may be many reasons as to why your house is always cold… but the fastest, cheapest and easiest is a lesser-known solution called insulation. Not only is there a wide variety to custom fit your home specifically but insulation will keep your house warmer in winter and cooler in summer. With Knauf’s Earthwool 50-year […]
What are R-values? R-value is basically the measurement in terms of thickness that determines sizing for types of insulation. For example, an R6.0 is thicker than R5.0. The thicker the insulation batt, the better the thermal properties. If you’d like to find out more information on R-valued insulation, please click here. Residential insulation For existing […]
At No Gap Insulation, we’re committed to the safety of all our staff and installers as we work through this uncertain and trying time. Here’s our plan on how we’re staying COVID safe. Hygiene At every entry point of the worksite – including the front glass door, warehouse entrance, kitchen, and bathroom – we […]
What is insulation R-value? In the context of home insulation, the thermal RESISTANCE rating, also known as the R-value is a measure of the insulation batts resistance to heat flow. The greater the R-value, the greater the resistance to heat, which in turn means a higher effectiveness of the thermal insulation. Having a high R-value […]
Insulation comes in many different forms, from batts to wraps, and panels. Each type of insulation also comes in a variety of sizes and different thermal properties, making it hard to choose which type you need. Here is a list of different types of insulation that can help you choose which one is the right […]
Whether you are considering investing in a green source of energy for your home, the first step you should take is to improve your home’s insulation. This will ensure that you maximize the use of natural resources and don’t waste energy. Why is it necessary to insulate your home? Well, if you skip right over […]
What is wall wrap? It is the insulation that wraps around the outside of the home and it is also commonly referred to as Sisalation. You’ve probably seen it hundreds of times before without realising what it is. If you’ve ever driven past a building site and seen a reflective material wrapped around the […]
Insulation is made to last a long time; however, occasionally it may need to be replaced. Reflective insulation can become torn and lose its efficiency, as the barrier is broken. On the other hand, bulk insulation can compress and lose its ability to absorb heat. If you’ve recently moved into an older home, you may […]
Fletcher’s Pink Batts are one of the most recognisable insulation batts in the trade. With their distinct pink colour, they’re hard to miss. Here are some of the top reasons to use pink batts for your next project. As one of the leading manufacturers and distributors of high-quality insulation products in Australia, Fletcher Insulation […]
