Teeny Tiny Tents for Your Ceiling… or Total Game-Changers? If you’ve ever poked your head into your roof cavity (or had one of our team members at ThermaHome do it for you), you’ll know it’s not exactly a luxury penthouse. It’s dusty, draughty, and full of gaps that you probably didn’t know existed. One of the biggest culprits? Your downlights. … Read More
What Are the Benefits of Subfloor Insulation
No, it’s not just a blanket Our subfloor insulation works two ways: Bulk Insulation: We always use an insulation referred to as “bulk insulation”. That means that it’s a type of insulation that for one is bulky, but also it traps still air inside it to create its insulative qualities like R-value, and airflow reduction aka draught proofing. Thermal resistance … Read More
What Ceiling Spaces Are Eligible for VEU Insulation?
(Spoiler: Not All Roofs Make the Cut) Before you start picturing the ultimate cosy, and perfectly insulated home with the new VEU scheme, let’s check if your home qualifies. Because unfortunately, not all ceiling spaces are eligible under the VEU scheme. The Two Types of Eligible Ceilings (In October 2026) 1. Completely Uninsulated Ceilings No insulation at all? 👉 You’re … Read More
Why Cold Air Sneaks Up Through Your Floor, And How Underfloor Insulation Stops It
You’re blissfully running the heater, wearing your oh so comfy Oodie, and suddenly the living room feels like a freezer. Your feet become chilled, the ceiling is warm, and your heater is doing an interpretive dance trying to keep up. What gives? Heat (and air) move in ways you don’t see, and your house is quietly playing the stack effect. … Read More
🏡 Where Should Insulation Be Installed? (It’s More Than Just the Ceiling)
If your house could talk, chances are it would be begging you for insulation. Why? Because without it, your home is basically wearing a singlet in a snowstorm; or worse, a jumper on a 40-degree scorcher. So, where exactly should insulation be installed? Great question. Let’s break it down. Why Placement Matters: Comfort + Efficiency = Happy Home Insulation isn’t … Read More
🎧 Can Insulation Help With Sound? (Spoiler: Your Neighbours Will Thank You)
Let’s face it, outside is a noisy place. From the early-morning magpie choir to the neighbour’s new obsession with DIY power tools, life in our house isn’t always as peaceful as we’d like. And while insulation is famous for keeping homes warm in winter and cool in summer, one big question pops up again and again: Can insulation help with … Read More
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