Webpages
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Moisture |
https://www.ecodesignadvisor.org.nz/reducing-moisture-condensation/ |
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Windows |
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Curtains |
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Kume Curtains |
https://www.instructables.com/Insulating-roll-up-curtains-that-cut-heat-losses-t/ |
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Warmer Kiwi Homes programme |
https://www.eeca.govt.nz/co-funding/insulation-and-heater-grants/warmer-kiwi-homes-programme/
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DIY Insulating aluminium windows |
Videos
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Retrofit secondary glazing |
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Recessed lights |
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Moving hot stuff around (moving air is cheap!) |
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$40 thermo blanket for windows and doors |
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Icy draughts |
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Buying the right heater |
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Clever fan trick to cool house |
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You might also like to checkout Nelson’s article, published in BRANZ Build magazine October 2021 From Tent to Toasty Home
Other relevant articles at https://www.buildmagazine.org.nz/issues/show/renovate-its-much-more-than-a-lick-of-paint see Feature Section
And the Eco-design Advisor page https://www.ecodesignadvisor.org.nz/useful-links/ for more links and information sheets
Renting
- For home owners, the Warmer Kiwi Homes programme can greatly subsidise ceiling/underfloor insulation, in some cases a black polythene ground barrier, and a heat pump or efficient wood/pellet burner for the living area where there none already. People may be eligible if they live in a low-income area or have a community services card.
- For renters, your landlord is legally required to meet the Healthy Home Standards, where practical.
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