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Roof tile colour and heat transferTile colour definitely has an effect! If you have ever noticed that in the warm mediterranean countries, particularly in their islands like Sicily or Santorini, the houses… TaylaB replied 29 February 2012 ago New Energy Rating FrustrationsJust get the structure right. Later on you can do things like better blinds, 5 star gas heating, good windows. Pergola on west face wall. Plant around the house. B STAR replied 27 February 2012 ago Building Material HelpWhy not use single leaf brick for the side walls? Having buildings on either side means that insulation is not an issue. You only have 6 metres front and back to insulate.… Casa2 replied 8 November 2011 ago Casa2Nov 08, 2011 9:14 pm true value solar panelsAnd the other thing was what do you mean your not sure what brand they use? If they won't answer your questions
Most reputable companies… CC101May 12, 2011 9:27 pm zoned heatingOur house is about 36 squares and I think we got the standard heating option, but upgraded to two zones. Living and Bedroom. Also put a provision for a gas fire place in… karmaz replied 23 April 2011 ago Venting the fridge cavityI also vent my fridge. Vent down low on the outside wall and then two 150 mm pipes through a flat roof (with Chinaman's hats on them). Like dymonite, I haven't checked how… Casa2 replied 19 February 2011 ago Casa2Feb 19, 2011 11:46 am Spec/Volume Builder RecommendationI'm looking for a spec house builder in Melbourne who can build me an energy efficient house beyond the basic 5 stars they all offer. Some builders seem to talk about… kitchen appliancesIn our new home I'm wanting to install a wall oven with seperate grill and cook-top. We are planning on using a volume builder and often they install 900mm oven/cooktops… lastone started a topic 14 February 2011 ago What can I do with her room??
What about the outside security shutters? They are insulated and can be mechanically operated from inside.
There are also exterior blinds which can be mechanically… tjilpi replied 13 October 2010 ago Chromagen Solar Panels, 1.5kw - Worth it?Hi, we have just been offered a 1.5kw Chromagen system in lieu of a dishwasher by our home building company. It seems like a no-brainer but all this solar panels stuff is… Is Solar HWS noisy??yeah, I had planned to relocate it to outside ensuite. Although I am planning a bit of change in my ensuite layout which might make this a bit of issue. I will have to… Anyone used Ecowaterbox?Hi Dirkadirk
Did you end up going with this system? I don't quite understand your pricing is it $8000 for 5000 litres or $8000 for 200,000… Greywater plumbingHi There
Western Australia are already running dual lines for sewer on new houses to make them grey water ready. I suggest you talk to your builder about and plan on where… sbudge replied 2 December 2009 ago LED Lighting suppliers in Victoria ?Hi ,
there a re a lot of people who are not well informed about many things and they make comments where perhaps there is no reason.
I have just put ledlighting through my… rep334 replied 16 November 2009 ago RECs - does anyone understand them?all,
need some little bit of your guidance...
i am building through simonds and they are offering solar panels for free via solarbank. i wud need to surrender the RECs… achk replied 4 May 2009 ago Earth HourV!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Its alright....your house has eaves and the carbon offset from that well outweighs the power that was consumed in the use of your fantastic new home… 5 Star Energy RatingsThanks Steve, i've checked out the ausdesign website. I suppose we;ll get a report when the house is complete then??? 
Will have to ask about that one. Wall Batts...You really need to sit down do the sums and estimations on where will you be most of the time whne the heating is on.
Same for cooling - to keep the cold in/heat… Eco Topics to e movedHi all,
Thanks to Homeone and the members who suggested this forum.
If you see a topic in another area of this site that you think should go here, please drop me a… Adrian B started a topic 3 July 2007 ago
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on my current house on the northern or southern walls and I'm actually liking the ability of being able to control the sun as…
