How to clean a fireplace
Occasionally cleaning your fireplace will help to ensure your home's not covered in ash and soot. Find out how to clean your fireplace without...
Heater maintenance
It's one of those things that people neglect, but really shouldn't. Find out how (and why) you should maintain your heater to keep it...
MEPS and energy star ratings for heaters
Minimum Energy Performance Standards (MEPS) help people to compare the efficiency of different heaters using the same types of fuel. Find out what these...
Wood heater and fireplace regulations
Installing a wood heater or fireplace can add charm and warmth to your home, especially in cooler regions of Australia. But before lighting that first fire, it’s important to understand the legal requirements that apply. Whether you're installing a new unit or replacing an old one, there are national standards and local council rules you need to meet. Here's what you need to know to stay compliant and safe.
Ducts and ventilation
Poor ventilation and ducting not only cause heaters to be inefficient, but are also hazardous. Find out what regulations apply to ducting and ventilation...
Heating regulations
Heating and its associated industries are heavily regulated, mostly because of the obvious fire hazards they pose - but also to control air pollution,...
Which heaters are most energy efficient?
There are many different types of heaters, and many different sorts of fuels you can use to heat your home. Find out how each...
Types of central heating
Central heating systems are often the most economical way to heat various different parts of your house at once, especially in areas that require...
Radiant bar heater
Radiant bar heaters (or strip heaters) produce a lot of heat very quickly, and are ideal for areas like bathrooms, where heat is required...
Hydronic heating
Hydronic heating uses heated water pumped through a network of pipes to radiators. It also works as under-floor heating.
Hydronic heating can incorporate a variety...