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Our Sustainable Materials for the Green Certifications

It has been quite common for prominent projects especially, to obtain, or aim to obtain a certificate which supports green building practices in Malta. The most commonly referred to standards and the most sought after are: LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design): This is a globally recognised green building certification system that provides a […]

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Types of insulation: The new generation

Insulation materials on the market vary widely and are tailored to meet specific technical needs. Let’s examine in detail the most popular products and their ideal applications.We have seen already how insulation materials are not all the same. The primary differences arise from the raw materials and production processes used, affecting:Thermal resistance;Mechanical resistance;Waterproofness;Environmental sustainability;Recyclability;Breathability;Among the […]

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Different types of insulation – EPS, XPS, PIR, PUR

Insulation materials on the market vary widely and are tailored to meet specific technical needs. Let’s examine in detail the most popular products and their ideal applications.Rigid building insulation boards have gained considerable commercial success owing to factors like their high insulating efficiency, straightforward installation, lightness, and manageability. These boards can be effortlessly tailored to […]

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Types of insulation: Fibrous Blankets or Rolls

Insulation materials on the market vary widely and are tailored to meet specific technical needs. Let’s examine in detail the most popular products and their ideal applications. Fibrous insulation is a particular kind of insulation that functions by trapping air within its fibers, thereby hindering heat transfer through convection. Additionally, this insulation reduces heat conduction […]

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Not all the insulation were created equal

Moisture and insulation compounds: The relationship in between. Having discussed the sustainability of insulation materials on this page, we will now explore the inherent connections between the nature of the raw materials used to produce these materials and their performance when installed, highlighting that not all insulating materials are created equal. In Malta, traditional methods […]

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Get Rid of Mould

Mould in your home: what it is and how to get rid of it permanentlyMoulds are microorganisms that can appear and develop rapidly in environments characterized by excessive humidity, condensation, poor ventilation, and reduced thermal insulation. Examples include basement rooms, bathrooms, dressing rooms, laundry rooms, as well as wellness areas with saunas or pools. Mould […]

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Hang Shelves, Paintings, and Furniture on Gasbeton Walls: Here’s How to Do It

  Fixing furniture of any kind to Gasbeton walls is quite simple; you just need to know how to do it. Inside, a wall made of perforated brick is decidedly different from a plasterboard slab. Similarly, a laminated wood wall is different from a “solid” wall made of Gasbeton blocks, and so on for countless […]

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