Maintenance

Insulation can make a massive difference to how energy efficient your home is, but it isn't always as simple as stacking up layers of batts and reaping the savings. Find out how to insulate your home for high efficiency.

The humble toilet has come a long way since the simple, no-frills outhouse of yesteryear. Find out how to choose the right throne for your home.

Floors - especially concrete slab floors which can absorb a lot of heat during the day - can be used to great effect when it comes to designing for passive heating and cooling in a house.