Commercial insulation: how to avoid over and underspecifying in commercial fit outs 

Commercial insulation is critical. Acoustic comfort impacts productivity and wellbeing. Thermal insulation performance impacts energy efficiency and running costs. Yet across Australia, plenty of projects are set up incorrectly from day one, because insulation is either overspecified (wasted money, overengineering) or underspecified (non-compliance, acoustic issues, thermal inefficiencies).  For architects and specifiers, this creates a challenging…

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Ceiling grid systems explained: profiles, loads & finish options for commercial fit outs 

A ceiling grid system is the backbone of a commercial fit out. It sets the stage for your tiles, lighting layout, acoustic performance, access points and the overall look of a space, so choosing the right system matters. Whether you’re building new or retrofitting an existing tenancy, understanding grid profiles, materials, load ratings and finish…

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Office acoustic solutions: baffles vs panels for modern workspaces 

Office acoustic solutions are becoming a core part of how architects shape modern workspaces, especially as open-plan layouts continue to battle noise, distraction, and poor speech clarity.   With a crowded market of acoustic products, narrowing your options can be time-consuming. Baffles and panels remain two of the most efficient office acoustic solutions to control noise.…

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