Heating, Cooling & Insulation AU 
Absolute Nightmare.Our tenants have been fantastic through all of this. There is sheets of plasterboard screwed to the trusses to cover the hole. We offered to put them up in a motel but… Evaporative Cooling PositionHi all,
Does anyone know if the positioning of an evaporative cooling system can effect its efficiency/effectiveness?
For example, if the cooler is located to the north… Evap cooling - where should the water go?Lets Build has come the closest to the answer. However that pipe is probably put there as a vent pipe. In SA it is not legal to discharge it to stormwater (street gutter)… Solar hot water in AdelaideET sellers are always a bit fuzzy about this one.
I have seen it modeled for a Zone 2 district and it worked out FP Solahart 302 3500 kWhr vs ET 30 tube 3800 kWhr of… Heatpump indoor unit and TV placementQuick question - should I be okay wall-mounting an LCD TV above a heat-pump indoor unit? As far as I can see with another one we had they don't actually direct air… taththi started a topic 1 March 2010 ago sisalation on top of ceilingWith ridiculous ideas such as these, its no wonder the insulation industry has had so many house fires.
Down-lights must breath, allowing hot air to escape. If you block… Universal Tile VentilatorWas just wondering if any has any experience with this product?
I guess it acts in the same way as a whirly bird on the roof however utilises convection air flow to… jcif started a topic 3 March 2010 ago TamboMar 07, 2010 2:02 pm Whole House FanCasa2, how long do you have before completion, I would really like to know what you think of the Breeze Power fan, positives negatives… Casa2 replied 7 March 2010 ago Casa2Mar 07, 2010 7:06 pm Confused about heater fluesI am installing a wood heater, but have been told different opinions on choice of flu, everyone seems to have the same opinion on gal pipe,… Design of underfloor heating ductingMy ducted heating doesn't seem to be very effective. A look under the house makes me wonder whether the correct sizes of ducts were used and the layout is what it should… mjw started a topic 14 March 2010 ago Evap cooling and Holland Blinds I never ever fully open our holland blinds, they are either halfway or 3/4 way open. I open the windows every morning and have the cooling on when neccessary. I…
Dynamic Heating and CoolingHi Just wondering if mark from Dynamic Heating and cooling is still around.
Or is there anyone there anyway that has used them recently. Martin started a topic 15 March 2010 ago EagerMar 16, 2010 8:42 pm Brivis Buffalo and CDU 18A-9Good, I have asked the builder on several ocassions if it will do the job and he says yes. I will get more independent advise now and ask more questions. Insulating a wraparound roofJust had a phone message today from the real estate agent - Ului dropped a silky oak on the roof. Dunno what's happening now, up to the insurance company. Insulation Batts and NO SarkingFoil is far more effective at blocking summer radiant heat. It acts a barrier unlike batts which merely slow the heat transfer rate. Batts are more effective to stop… Noise level of ducted gas heatingIn our old house we had ducted gas heating installed and it was one of the best things I ever did  I love walking into each room knowing it will be the same temp. Our… Recent aircon installation - any recs?Greetings! Old member surfacing from the dead...
Has anyone recently installed an aircon unit/system in the last few months? I'm just looking for some recommendations for… More Harm Than Good?
It was great in winter I could warm myself by gathering around a match stick but in summer we fry. All that glorious… evie replied 31 March 2010 ago Cooling using the venturi effectHi Yak_chat,
tried several times to post a sketch but each posts comes up with "sorry the board attachmemt quota has been used".
I'll try again some time later.
Cheers Commissioing BRIVIS HE30iWe'll be using the same Brivis system, but not for another couple of months. However our current rental has an ECON setting on the controller (different brand). If we… Feedback on Omega Ducted gas heatingHi, My local supplier is recommended an Omega 20kw over Braemar or Brivis. It is a substantially cheaper option but what about quality? Any experience to share?
Cheers cav started a topic 5 April 2010 ago Anyone tried this with A/C wall unit?Cold air typically pools so if the house is single level a single head unit will cool it reasonably well so long as it points at the hallway and is not a mini McMansion.… Redman replied 7 April 2010 ago Multi-head split systemjbdave
with ducted you would need to have zoning.
However In a house with smaller less rooms, this sounds like a idea with some merit, as air travelling through ducts can… Martin replied 7 April 2010 ago Zincalum VS Colourbondhail can also smash roof tiles
the main pros and cons are
Colourbond - noisy when raining - lighter material - more heat transfer but cools quicker
Tile - more thermal… Things to know BEFORE getting a quote for AC?
Thanks, IceMan!! Wow, had no idea that 'boxing in' can be a big deal! I just thought it comes with house design - and our standard house design has been like that from day… Lex replied 19 April 2010 ago Help What Should I Do?After legal advice I decided not to proceed to Tribunal. I am stuck with the A/C that was installed Lossnay Heat ExchangersI didn't use mitsubishi Lossnay unit. Heard a lot about it. And it's working nice. I'm using Tjernlund X2D Air Exchanger and it's awesome. It's also work as… See fireplace on the right of the screen, it's a Jetmaster and surprisingly gives off a good amount of heat, we use no other heating during winter.… damp under houseOh well, I guess no one knows anything about under floor fans, or at least have knowledge they're willing to part with...sigh
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you poor bugger, I think we know where you're coming from but don't ask me why it happens and don't ask me how some keep operating with that attitude.…
