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Building with Steel? Beware the “Cold Beer Can” Effect
Steel framing is incredibly popular for modern homes. It’s strong, termite-proof, and great for achieving wide, open spans. It’s also very common for the “Shouse” design (shed/house) that is becoming...
Building Science for Aussie Builders with Dr Joe Lstiburek and Dr John Straube!
On Monday, November 9th, Climasure is hosting a live, 2-hour online masterclass with building science legends Dr. Joe Lstiburek and Dr. John Straube. This is not a dry lecture. This...
What Every Builder Needs to Know About Hygrothermal Behaviour
If you've ever pulled up flooring or taken off plasterboard and found moldy or decayed timbers behind, it might not be a water leak that caused it, it could be...
Don’t forget about K-value! Understanding Thermal Performance
What is K-Value? So last time we looked at R-Value v U-Value. Today we’re talking about K-Value. But before we get into that, a quick refresher: R value = how...
R value and U value: Understanding Thermal Performance
When talking about the energy efficiency of a building and the thermal performance of the materials being used in it's construction, you may hear people talk about "values". The "R...
3 Easy Peasy Steps for Building Durability
I saw a comment on a LinkedIn post the other day by Prof. Wolfgang Feist - founder of the Passive House Institute. He listed three strategies to keep our buildings...
The Silent Guardian: How Pro Clima Membranes are Future Proofing Australian Construction
In the wake of the NCC 2022 updates, the Australian building industry is undergoing a bit of a revolution. Have you noticed? Those who are savvy are moving away from...
Building Better Homes in South Australia: Closing the Gap Between Design and Performance
Across South Australia, awareness of high-performance building is growing. More homeowners are asking for energy-efficient homes that are comfortable, healthy, and durable. At the same time, builders and consultants are...
Why Concrete Buildings Pose a Moisture Challenge…and how to fix it
Concrete is one of the most durable, versatile materials in construction, but it's also one of the most misunderstood when it comes to moisture management. While it may look sleek...
The Leaky Building Crisis in New Zealand
Have you ever heard of it? A Cautionary Tale of Construction Failures and Ongoing Challenges I've been reading the book "Rottenomics" by Peter Dyer. Have you heard of it? If...
Repeat After Me: All Claddings Leak
Why a Vented Drained Cavity Is Your Best Defence If you've ever heard the illustrious Dr. Joe Lstiburek speak, you will be well familiar with many of his catch...
The Shift Toward Energy Efficiency in Residential Construction
Well here we are in 2025, and I’ve got a good feeling about the year ahead. Perhaps it’s the extra rest I’ve had this year with an extra week off,...