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Product News

News and updates on New Zealand architectural products.

May 2025

Interstitial Condensation: The Role of Thermally Isolated Clips

Discover how modern homes, despite meeting energy codes, can still harbour hidden flaws that lead to interstitial condensation and mould growth.

Achieve Acoustic Comfort Without Pipe Lagging

Achieve Acoustic Comfort Without Pipe Lagging

RAUPIANO PLUS conforms to the BCA/NCC rating for habitable areas without the need for lagging thanks to its dense Mineral Reinforced PolyPropylene composition, modular sound absorbing bends, and sound-dampening brackets that minimise sound transfer between the pipe and building structure.

Turning Down the Volume: Acoustic Performance with Gerflor Vinyl

Turning Down the Volume: Acoustic Performance with Gerflor Vinyl

Transform noisy, high-traffic spaces into calmer, more comfortable environments with Gerflor acoustic sheet vinyl from Belgotex New Zealand — combining standout acoustic performance, easy maintenance, and design-led durability.

Fast, Efficient and Quiet Hand Dryers for Noise-Sensitive Environments

Fast, Efficient and Quiet Hand Dryers for Noise-Sensitive Environments

Dyson Airblade hand dryers are renowned for their efficiency, hygiene, energy savings, and performance. They also feature low noise levels and are Quietmark-certified, offering peace of mind. 

Marley dBlue: Setting the Standard for Acoustic Plumbing Solutions

Marley dBlue: Setting the Standard for Acoustic Plumbing Solutions

Marley dBlue eliminates the need for additional acoustic lagging, streamlining installation and reducing costs on site.

DumaWall Wet Wall Linings: Easy on the Eyes, Even Easier to Install

DumaWall Wet Wall Linings: Easy on the Eyes, Even Easier to Install

DumaWall+ and DumaWall XL (DumaWall) are lightweight, easy-to-install, impervious wall panels that provide the look and feel of ceramic tiles.

Achieving Sound Control with the Masons Enviro AAC Wall System

Achieving Sound Control with the Masons Enviro AAC Wall System

Simple to install and proven to perform, the Masons Intertenancy Wall System helps create quieter, more private homes.

Underfloor Heating System with Ultra-Thin Profile Maximises Comfort and Efficiency

Underfloor Heating System with Ultra-Thin Profile Maximises Comfort and Efficiency

Available from Central Heating New Zealand, the Variocomp floor heating system features a slim profile for minimum height impact, making it ideal for renovations and new builds alike.

Calming Neutrals from Dulux Autumn Trends for the Changing Seasons

Calming Neutrals from Dulux Autumn Trends for the Changing Seasons

Dulux Colour Forecasters predict a gravitation towards more serene, muted colours that evoke a calm and subtle sense of luxury as we take time to reflect, unwind and enjoy simpler pleasures leading up to the cooler months.

Allproof Achieves Toitū Bronze Certification on Auckland Production Facility

Allproof Achieves Toitū Bronze Certification on Auckland Production Facility

Achieving certification through a well-established and highly respected independent organisation such as Toitū adds authenticity to Allproof’s sustainability commitments.

The Overheating Problem: Advice for Building Better Homes

The Overheating Problem: Advice for Building Better Homes

Learn how to tackle overheating in new builds with design insights from Mitsubishi Electric’s NZ Comfort Code white paper and discover the key role of Lossnay ventilation solutions.

ISO 354 Acoustic Sound Absorption Test Results Demonstrate the Acoustic Performance of Rock Wool Insulation

ISO 354 Acoustic Sound Absorption Test Results Demonstrate the Acoustic Performance of Rock Wool Insulation

The high rate of sound absorption in the 100kg/m³ Insulwool (Rock Wool) insulation makes it an ideal acoustic solution for multi-tenanted buildings where reducing noise levels and fire performance are critical in any project design.

SRP High Performance Acoustic Whisperwall System

SRP High Performance Acoustic Whisperwall System

The SRP Whisperwall System was developed and manufactured to achieve superior acoustic properties, and to ensure acoustic privacy in interior wall construction.

Why Warm Roofs Are the Smart, Cost-Effective Choice for New Zealand

Why Warm Roofs Are the Smart, Cost-Effective Choice for New Zealand

Warm roofs present a compelling, cost-effective H1 solution in New Zealand.

KOROK Noise Control Systems Provide Targeted Acoustic Performance

KOROK Noise Control Systems Provide Targeted Acoustic Performance

Understanding that no two projects have identical acoustic needs, KOROK has engineered adaptable systems that address distinct sound transmission concerns, such as minimising sound bleed, enhancing privacy, and optimising acoustic separation between spaces.

Acoustic Benefits of RoofLogic Warm Roof Systems

Acoustic Benefits of RoofLogic Warm Roof Systems

RoofLogic Warm Roof systems offer a range of benefits including superior thermal insulation, effective condensation control, and enhanced acoustic performance.

Reapor: Innovative Sound Absorption for Sustainable Environments

Reapor: Innovative Sound Absorption for Sustainable Environments

A high-performance, eco-friendly option that not only excels in noise reduction but also complements a variety of architectural aesthetics with their natural stone-like appearance.

Enhancing Acoustic Performance with Tiles

Enhancing Acoustic Performance with Tiles

As architects and designers continue to prioritise both aesthetics and functionality, the demand for high-performance acoustic solutions is growing. With the right combination of materials, installation techniques, and complementary design elements, tiles can play a vital role in creating acoustically optimised spaces.

Enhancing Acoustic Comfort in Commercial Spaces with Big River Panels' Acoustic Solutions

Enhancing Acoustic Comfort in Commercial Spaces with Big River Panels' Acoustic Solutions

Big River Panels offers a comprehensive range of acoustic products, and even has a "Build Your Own" design tool which allows designers to create acoustic solutions, with access to specifications, data sheets, and other essential documentation.

A Water-Resistant Tile Substrate That Offers Thermal Insulation

A Water-Resistant Tile Substrate That Offers Thermal Insulation

Marmox Multiboards provide a lightweight yet robust, waterproof, and thermally insulating solution for tiled floors and walls, and are compatible with undertile heating. 

Accurate Carbon Data, On-Demand

Accurate Carbon Data, On-Demand

Sustainability starts with knowing the true impact of your materials. Allied Concrete’s EPD On-Demand gives architects and specifiers accurate, project-specific carbon data, making it easier to design low-carbon buildings with confidence.

Flooring’s Role in Acoustic Comfort

Flooring’s Role in Acoustic Comfort

In the quest for better acoustic comfort, flooring is a critical yet often overlooked part of the solution.

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