Daylighting devices and innovative technology have changed the way homeowners bring natural light into their homes. The benefits of installing a skylight in your house include improved moods, enhanced ambiance and energy savings. With advanced technology, tubular daylighting devices are helping homeowners move away from artificial lighting, and the benefits are far-reaching! Besides benefitting the health and wellbeing of you and your family, skylights help you do your bit for the environment as well. Keep reading as we share the ways in which a modern tubular daylighting device protects the e ..read more

Want an energy efficient and comfortable living space? The best way to properly ventilate your house is to carefully include ventilation features and factors in the initial design process. This is where good communication with your architects is vital. To do this you need to make it clear that you wish to prioritise proper ventilation and discuss it early in the planning process. Whether it’s through skylights and window placement, or ventilation systems like a whole house fan, or even the way the building is laid out. The same is important to discuss before renovations begin. So, if you have ..read more

If it’s a healthier indoor environment you’re after, then you should consider how airtightness and ventilation affect your home. Not entirely sure what these aspects are and why they’re important? Then this post is for you. What Do We Mean by Airtightness and Ventilation in the Home? The key differences and uses of airtightness and ventilation are actually not as complex as you might think. Here’s how to make sense of them and apply it on your property. Ventilation Essentially, ventilation happens when you intentionally introduce outdoor air into a building. Usually done by opening doors and w ..read more

Proper ventilation is one of the crucial aspects needed to maintain a healthy home environment. With that in mind, how can you go about ensuring your home has the best ventilation system? Many Australian homeowners rely on roof ventilation systems to enhance the natural ventilation they get from windows and doors. This post explains the reasons your home needs proper ventilation and what Australian law defines as adequate ventilation. Why Do Houses Need Proper Ventilation? Have you walked into a room in your home and immediately opened a window because the air felt “stuffy”? That’s because th ..read more

Beating the heat of the hot summer months in Australia is a challenge many homeowners face but finding ways to cool down your home without running the aircon 24/7 is possible. Reducing HVAC energy costs is something most Australian homeowners strive for while searching for an alternative solution for cooling down the house on hot days. One eco-friendly option is to consider solar roof ventilation. With the summer sun rays beating down on your house and the lack of ventilation in your roof’s cavity, trapped heat causes the indoor temperature to rise. The heat filters down into your home’s livin ..read more

Summer in Australia can be sizzling hot. So, many homes use their AC units a lot, and can spend much of their time inside to escape the heat. Many people tend to keep the aircon going full blast, but this can result in high expenses. With this in mind, we’re going to share one of the most cost-effective ways to cool your house this summer. How to Cool Your House and be Cost-Effective Your home needs proper ventilation to keep your house cool and to extract all the pollutants from the rooms, as well as stale indoor air. All of this will keep the air pure. But how can you do this cost effectivel ..read more

If you’re choosing skylights for the first time, it can be challenging. Especially since there are so many options to consider. How do you choose the right model, style and size for your space? For many home or business owners, the goal is to choose skylights that convert a dark and gloomy space into a well-lit area and also reduce your energy bill. Additionally, homeowners want a cost-effective installation option. How Does a Skylight Work? Before choosing the best option for your space, it’s essential to understand how a skylight works.  A weatherproof collector on the roof absorbs da ..read more

Most homeowners today want to make long-term investments and invest in energy-saving devices and constructions. It’s the smart, eco-friendly and responsible thing to do, right? And it’s possible if you invest in the right renovations, such as wind vents or skylights. For the right changes to your property, read further for practical tips on how to: Become more energy efficient Add end-profit to the price of your home Decrease energy costs Wind Vents Most of us spend over 90% of our time inside. But you need good ventilation indoors to manage temperatures and your health. Ventilation is ..read more

The last few years of living with a global pandemic has highlighted how viruses can take hold in confined spaces if there isn’t adequate ventilation. People are more at risk of picking up a virus when sharing a closed space with an infected person. But, how many Australian workplaces ensure there’s enough clean air flowing while people are working indoors? We all know the benefits of fresh air, both indoors and outside. Ventilating indoor spaces help clean air circulate while keeping viruses and other germs at bay. Opening windows, installing skylights and roof ventilation systems and running ..read more

For many years bathroom ventilation has been vented directly into the roof cavity. This is a way of cutting corners and reducing costsfor the builders that can have long-term devastating effects on your home and the health of your family. The biggest issue with pumping, huge amounts of moisture (steam) into the roof cavity without adequate ventilation is the extreme levels of mould that is even commonly seen on ceilings. While mould can have a major effect on the health of your family, moisture is also  a cause of many other issues in the roof cavity – including: Reduced performance of ..read more