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Vess
Vess
2 October 2012

Time to replace roof insulation?

Time to replace roof insulation?

Hi HC Rockwool is heavy and I'd say you'd need to string it in so it doesn't pop the plasterboard off. I can recommend an insulation installer if you were in Sydney. He…

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Vess
Oct 02, 2012 10:10 pm
Brad75
Brad75
29 September 2012

Braemar ducted heater with Actron SRA161C addon cooling

Braemar ducted heater with Actron SRA161C addon cooling

No it cant you can only use the Braemar spectrolink but you can have upto 4 of them

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Brad75
Sep 29, 2012 12:42 pm
Pepsi_Drinker
Pepsi_Drinker
26 September 2012

How bad is electric under-floor c/f (electric) hydronic?

How bad is electric under-floor c/f (electric) hydronic?

I think the problem with in-slab electric heating is that they run on electricity and that's a product that isn't getting any cheaper as time goes on !! IMHO, and what…

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Pepsi_Drinker
Sep 26, 2012 1:10 am
Pepsi_Drinker
rzkman
rzkman
12 September 2012

Any issues with high-efficiency (4*+) ducted gas heaters?

Any issues with high-efficiency (4*+) ducted gas heaters?

Hi all, We have a rental property that needs to have its ducted gas heater replaced. It is an outdoor unit that currently feeds 11 vents. We plan to extend the…

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rzkman
Sep 12, 2012 11:25 pm
loosh
loosh
12 September 2012

Hydronic Heating System Wireless Thermostat

Hydronic Heating System Wireless Thermostat

Hi, Wireless thermostats can introduce potential problems (missed signals, etc), so we tend to avoid using them. However, if it can't be avoided, we use the Siemens…

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loosh
Sep 12, 2012 8:47 pm
wind_rose_2
wind_rose_2
9 September 2012

Hydronic heating what you should know!!

Hydronic heating what you should know!!
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As l understand the issue you are trying to locate the heating zones? Would it not be possible to shut them all down then turn one on at a time and use an infrared heat…

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wind_rose_2
Sep 09, 2012 11:20 pm
loosh
loosh
9 September 2012

Heating and Cooling Decision

Heating and Cooling Decision

Hi Rain, hope the advice helped a little- we find that combination works really well with the right house layout. I don't want to hijack the forum trawling for work, but…

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loosh
Sep 09, 2012 10:35 pm
Forg
Forg
4 September 2012

adding a gas fireplace to dwarf wall...

adding a gas fireplace to dwarf wall...

Old thread is old ... so I doubt anyone cares about my comments ... but just the fireplace to look like that is going to be $7k or more, so I'd be surprised if it were…

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Forg
Sep 04, 2012 8:19 pm
isogroup
isogroup
1 September 2012

In-wall radiant heating

In-wall radiant heating

ChriMaso, I can help you with info regarding info on beka-klima. If you want to contact me please do so. Please contact me on qualityproperties@hotmail.com Thanks Michael

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isogroup
Sep 01, 2012 6:49 pm
unfunkable
unfunkable
1 September 2012

2 smaller inverters vs 1 large one (ducted)

2 smaller inverters vs 1 large one (ducted)

Hi thanks for the reply we ended up going 2*Ducted 10.0KW Panasonic Air Conditioner System – (CS-F34DD1E5) with a (CU-L34DBE5) The house is about 210m2, with the living…

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unfunkable
Sep 01, 2012 5:34 pm
LeanneR
LeanneR
1 September 2012

Reverse Cycle air con -- your electricity bill

Reverse Cycle air con -- your electricity bill

Ours was around $270. We set to 20-21 in the day time and 19 at night time. During that bill period we had it on almost 24/7 as the kids were sick. I try turn it off in…

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LeanneR
Sep 01, 2012 10:10 am
LeanneR
shoots
shoots
30 August 2012

Brick veneer vs NRG Greenboard

Brick veneer vs NRG Greenboard

hi we're going for nrg as well......insulation....speed and its another thing i can do myself...(owner building) shoots

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shoots
Aug 30, 2012 10:47 pm
B STAR
B STAR
30 August 2012

Heater/Cooling Size 34sq home - Melbourne

Heater/Cooling Size 34sq home - Melbourne

30Kwatt heater, You aircond will be designed to do 50% of house hence the need for zoning when its very hot. It really depends on how good your house is oriented. You can…

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B STAR
Aug 30, 2012 12:44 pm
TrevandSam
TrevandSam
27 August 2012

Spray foam for underfloor insulation.

Spray foam for underfloor insulation.

After talking to a few tradesmen, we've decided not to use the foam and use foil board instead because if we need to get to the services for any reason it's messier to remove.

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TrevandSam
Aug 27, 2012 10:53 am
Pepsi_Drinker
Pepsi_Drinker
24 August 2012

A/C Configuration with Multi-Split Unit

A/C Configuration with Multi-Split Unit

We're considering the air conditioning for our new build .............. The home is typical of the newer "open plan" designs consisting of.............. 1) Kitchen /…

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Pepsi_Drinker
Aug 24, 2012 11:19 am
Pepsi_Drinker
Nonie b
Nonie b
19 August 2012

Reviews of Warmbrite 200 wood heater?

Reviews of Warmbrite 200 wood heater?

Hi there, new here and just looking for any info on indoor wood heater brand Warmbrite 200 available from Bunnings. Just looking for anyone with personal experience or…

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Nonie b
Aug 19, 2012 8:54 pm
TrevandSam
TrevandSam
17 August 2012

Under Floor Insulation

Under Floor Insulation

We were talking to our builder and he said the mice love to get into ceiling/wall batts used under floor. Looking into other methods now!

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TrevandSam
Aug 17, 2012 10:20 pm
Fridgy
Fridgy
15 August 2012

Cassette Air Conditioner

Cassette Air Conditioner

Make sure the roof trusses are sufficiently spaced apart to fit the Indoor unit. Trusses are usually working on 600mm centres (that's around 560mm between trusses). 85 sq…

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Fridgy
Aug 15, 2012 6:30 pm
jetson
jetson
10 August 2012

Problems with Gas Ducted Heating Ducts

Problems with Gas Ducted Heating Ducts

I had to do the same thing, check all the joins, retape as necessary you may need to pull the duct back a fraction to the join if they are too short like one of mine was.

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jetson
Aug 10, 2012 7:51 pm
jetson
jetson
10 August 2012

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I wish that was…

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jetson
Aug 10, 2012 7:48 pm
Pulpo
Pulpo
9 August 2012

Pex Pipes in Hydronic Heating System

Pex Pipes in Hydronic Heating System

Mixing valve is the standard with an uncontrolled heat source. Your tank is an uncontrolled heat source. However your pipe should be find as the working pressure of…

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Pulpo
Aug 09, 2012 10:29 am
Fridgy
Fridgy
8 August 2012

Wine cellar - air conditioning unit sufficient???

Wine cellar - air conditioning unit sufficient???

Something else to think about is the warranty. All the Hi-wall split brands we sell specifically say - Warranty is void unless the system is used for human comfort. In…

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Fridgy
Aug 08, 2012 3:52 pm
VijayGaba
VijayGaba
7 August 2012

Evaporative Cooling - How to calculate power of unit?

Evaporative Cooling - How to calculate power of unit?

Thanks for sharing your past experience. I live in Melbourne and humidity is not too bad. Does anybody know the actual formula of calculating the size of the unit? Thanks Regards

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VijayGaba
Aug 07, 2012 10:28 pm
saiprex
saiprex
7 August 2012

Gas Boosted Solar Hot Water System

Gas Boosted Solar Hot Water System

Hi, Can anyone recommend a good Gas Boosted Solar Hot Water System? I've found…

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saiprex
Aug 07, 2012 2:55 pm
Pulpo
Pulpo
5 August 2012

Where can I buy gas hydronic parts for DIY?

Where can I buy gas hydronic parts for DIY?

Not sure exactly what you are after. Yep underfloor heating in the UK or the rest of Europe very standard. Very competitive in pricing. Simply log onto ebay and should…

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Pulpo
Aug 05, 2012 1:49 pm
D101
D101
1 August 2012

Underfloor insulation

Underfloor insulation

I was wondering whether underfloor insulation helped keep the house warm or cool (or both)? Also is there any way of working out whether it would be worth doing with…

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D101
Aug 01, 2012 10:18 pm
candykane
candykane
29 July 2012

Window films for insulation

Window films for insulation

Having recently got quotes for timber double hung windows, double glazing was only around 10% more than single glazing, which surprised us. We have therefore chosen to…

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candykane
Jul 29, 2012 3:14 pm
Deemaree
Deemaree
25 July 2012

6-star rating requires insulation upgrade?!

6-star rating requires insulation upgrade?!

At least it will mean that your "elderly" parents will be snuggly warm when they visit. ;)

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Deemaree
Jul 25, 2012 6:26 pm
Deemaree
PatD
PatD
24 July 2012

Need to replace gas ducted heating??

Need to replace gas ducted heating??

I moved house a few months ago, the house was built in 1997 and I'm pretty sure the gas ducted heating system was put in when the house was built, so it's about 15 years…

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PatD
Jul 24, 2012 8:19 pm
oneness
oneness
24 July 2012

Thermo Sealed Batts in Perth

Thermo Sealed Batts in Perth

Thanks it certainly did :: I will keep it handy I had researched their website and product which sounded good....but knowing someone that had actually used them was more…

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oneness
Jul 24, 2012 6:29 pm
IceMan
IceMan
19 July 2012

Braemar Adjust Capcity

Braemar Adjust Capcity

When my Braemar unit was installed the capcity was reducted because I bought a bigger unit than I needed at the time. Now the the renovation is…

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IceMan
Jul 19, 2012 11:04 pm
IceMan
building-expert
building-expert
16 July 2012

Gas burning log fires

Gas burning log fires

I have Illusion gas log fire place, I can't complain about the product, we are enjoying it immensely and have not been disappointed but Reno Girl is right. Two years after…

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building-expert
Jul 16, 2012 7:20 pm
building-expert
B STAR
B STAR
16 July 2012

Who is right?

Who is right?

I think hydronic will still be a fair bit more exy. Gas is good in melb as it is very quick and easy to heat up and cheap to run when you consider the other…

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B STAR
Jul 16, 2012 12:59 pm
delatite13
delatite13
13 July 2012

Ducted Refridgerated Air Con Perth

Ducted Refridgerated Air Con Perth

We are having Actron in our new build. Rough in done already. Just remember Actron is dearer than the rest. Oz company, Oz backup, and simply a better product than the…

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delatite13
Jul 13, 2012 10:45 pm
delatite13
ash3
ash3
11 July 2012

7th Guangzhou International Water Heater Exhibition

7th Guangzhou International Water Heater Exhibition

This is spam, I get AT LEAST 2 emails a week from these guys! Last time I leave business cards out on a table at Design EX!

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ash3
Jul 11, 2012 9:48 pm
David Fisher
David Fisher
11 July 2012

Anyone have a HRV System or Sunlizard System?

Anyone have a HRV System or Sunlizard System?
1, 2

I would like to hear more about it as…

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David Fisher
Jul 11, 2012 1:10 pm
ash3
ash3
9 July 2012

Attractive fireplace to replace old in wall a/c??

Attractive fireplace to replace old in wall a/c??

Are you after a wood or gas fireplace? A hang on the wall fireplace in wood or gas does not exist unfortunately, however you could either push the fire through the wall…

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ash3
Jul 09, 2012 11:28 pm
theyetti
theyetti
9 July 2012

Panasonic Ducted - Temp Sensor Swap

Panasonic Ducted - Temp Sensor Swap

Hi All, I've heard that our Panasonic 12.5kW R/C Ducted Inverter system has sensors in the return air and wall mounted controller temperature. Does anyone know how to…

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theyetti
Jul 09, 2012 7:49 pm
Crow
Crow
5 July 2012

Upsizing air con

Upsizing air con

Another option would be a VRV system, where you have a large outdoor unit, but you can then have several indoor units, either wall hung or ducted…

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Crow
Jul 05, 2012 9:58 pm
AC27
AC27
2 July 2012

Derby Ducted Air Conditiong Good/Bad?

Derby Ducted Air Conditiong Good/Bad?

wonder what would be better though panasonic or dalkien?

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AC27
Jul 02, 2012 10:25 pm
kek
kek
30 June 2012

Ducted heating temperature variations?

Ducted heating temperature variations?

I don't believe that there is any programming available on these systems. The most critical point is probably the placement of your thermostat,…

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kek
Jun 30, 2012 5:02 pm
kek
cowdy
cowdy
30 June 2012

Independant Fire Place Instalation Inspector

Independant Fire Place Instalation Inspector

I am in need of an independant inspector who can write me a report on an inbuilt fireplace instalation on the Central Coast of NSW. ANY assistance would be very…

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cowdy
Jun 30, 2012 12:14 pm
doczim
doczim
27 June 2012

between floor insulation?

between floor insulation?

There are few, good thermally performing, homes in cooler climates that do not now have subfloor insulation included. If there is plenty of…

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doczim
Jun 27, 2012 11:40 pm
BuilderBoy
BuilderBoy
23 June 2012

Heating/Cooling small 3 bed townhouse

Heating/Cooling small 3 bed townhouse

By compact ducts I mean smaller ducts in diameter. I like the idea to maybe have a split down stairs though....as the area is only 10m x 8m

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BuilderBoy
Jun 23, 2012 6:41 pm
rfrost
rfrost
21 June 2012

TurboHeat ducted combustion heating

TurboHeat ducted combustion heating

Does anyone have practical experience with the company "TurboHeat" http://www.turboheat.net.au They make a heat exchanger and ducted fan…

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rfrost
Jun 21, 2012 7:09 pm
foc1
foc1
19 June 2012

Retrofitting sarking in metal roof

Retrofitting sarking in metal roof

You could always wrap your trusses in the sarking which couldnt hurt, however I am surprised there is no sarking as in winter condensation forms under cb roofing which may…

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foc1
Jun 19, 2012 9:44 am
gf1966
gf1966
15 June 2012

Braemer TH330 or TH430?

Braemer TH330 or TH430?

The zoning is optional in the 4* unit so if you are not planning to use it Id go for this unit only if you require the exrta efficiency. According to the brochure both…

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gf1966
Jun 15, 2012 5:23 pm
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matt_will_fix_it
Jun 14, 2012 10:05 pm
Zarli
Zarli
11 June 2012

New fans purchased for great price

New fans purchased for great price

You must've got the last bargains cos I couldn't find any :lol:

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Zarli
Jun 11, 2012 2:20 pm
Zarli
IceMan
IceMan
7 June 2012

split system during build or after handover?

split system during build or after handover?

Hmm... I have read unappealing things too... I'm mystified as to why your builder is behaving like this... or why he's using these people...

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IceMan
Jun 07, 2012 1:11 pm
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