Guides
Products are only half of a healthy home. These guides cover how they fit together in a South East Queensland house, written from what we see on site.
Why an ERV alone won't fix humidity in South East Queensland
Heat and energy recovery ventilation gives you filtered fresh air, but in an SEQ summer it can't dry the house. Here's what to pair it with.
Read the guide →GuideFormaldehyde in kitchens and wardrobes: what to specify
Most cabinetry is made from glued board that gives off formaldehyde. Here's what E1, E0 and Super E0 mean and what to put in your joinery spec.
Read the guide →GuideWalls that dry out: wraps and membranes for a Queensland climate
In SEQ moisture pushes into walls from both sides. How vapour-open wraps, smart membranes and good taping keep mould out of the frame.
Read the guide →GuideLow-tox paint: natural mineral paint or low-VOC acrylic?
The difference between lime, clay and silicate paints and low-VOC acrylics, and where each one works best in a healthy home.
Read the guide →GuideChlorine, PFAS and fluoride: choosing a water filter
What a whole-house filter does, what it doesn't, and when you need reverse osmosis for drinking water. Plus the pipe question.
Read the guide →GuideHealthy insulation: wood fibre, polyester or glasswool?
The trade-offs between wood fibre, polyester and formaldehyde-free glasswool batts, and why installation matters more than the brand.
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