How to Install Underfloor Insulation in a New Build Home

Installing underfloor insulation in a new build home is an essential step towards achieving superior energy efficiency and optimal comfort. In new constructions, you have the unique advantage of easy access to floor joists before the floorboards are laid, allowing for a seamless and thorough insulation process.  By proactively addressing underfloor insulation during the building […]

Joisties Underfloor Insulation for Floors with Steel Joisties 

Joisties: Innovative Underfloor Insulation for Steel Joists Explained Why Have Steel Joists? Floors with steel joists are a modern construction choice, favoured for their strength, durability, and resistance to pests and rot, making them particularly suitable for buildings in termite-prone areas or those requiring long spans without support columns. However, steel joists present a significant […]

How to Install Underfloor Insulation from Underneath Your Home 

insulated floors

The true expense of underfloor insulation isn’t just measured in dollars but also in the effort required for installation. Investing in high-quality underfloor insulation and ensuring it’s installed meticulously is essential, as it impacts the overall effectiveness and longevity of the insulation. Choosing superior products can seem costlier upfront but pays dividends in the long […]

The Truth About Ant and Rodent Proof Insulation

small brown rodent on timber planks

Nobody like critters making a mess under their home, so it’s important to choose a material that doesn’t appeal to them. Here’s some advice about choosing an ant and rodent proof insulation. What attracts ants to insulation anyway? Ants and rodents are a pain to get rid of, so it’s best you don’t lure them under […]

The R Value of Underfloor Insulation Explained

construction of a house with underfloor insulation already installed in perfection

What is R Value? How does carpet influence R Value? And what is the best R Rating to look for when insulating under your floor? We’ll walk you through it. Underfloor insulation is very important when it comes to keeping your home warm in winter and cool in summer. It creates a barrier that protects your living […]

How to Install Underfloor Insulation with Uneven Joist Spacings

polyester insulation installed perfectly between floor joists

Sometimes you’ll come across extra wide or narrow joists under your floor.  Here’s how to make your insulation fit perfectly using our simple ‘Turn and Tear’ method. Most commonly, standard joists have 430mm space between them, making our 450mm width insulation perfect for a nice snug fit. But, not all houses adhere to this standard sizing. Occasionally we come across whole […]