Island LakeJune 24, 2020Last updated: Sept. 15, 2020
Hello!
We're looking for ways to up the energy efficiency of our building. We've looked at the typical options, but we are also exploring some more unconventional routes. We happened upon a product named Sketchnanogard, a window insulator that claims to drastically change window heat gain/loss.
What can you tell me about it? Worth the investment?
If you mean this product for thermally coating glass, our sister organisation Ecohabitation in Montreal had it applied to their office windows and everyone was quite impressed with how it performed. you can read more here about how it works and our in house review of how well it works -
High-performance suspended-film insulating glass windows may offer the perfect solution of window performance, window cost & window weight. As early versions o…
Passive cooling techniques such as reflective window films can increase comfort, home durability and lower energy bills at the same time. After a difficult fir…
There are a number of ways you can up the efficiency of your home without spending much money. Here are our top 10 energy-saving home improvement tips with the…
Replacing old windows in all but the most extreme cases will not save money in your lifetime. Repairing old windows or adding layers may be a more cost-effecti…
Aerobarrier is a non-toxic acrylic spray that quickly and affordably seals air leaks in attics and homes. We cannot overstate the importance of airtightness in…
How to keep power consumption at a minimum in an off-grid house without affecting quality of life. This is the fifth piece in a blog series written by Craig An…
If the recycling bin is overflowing with large plastic jugs & packaging from everyday grocery purchases maybe it's time to be a little more eco-friendliy with …
Hi there,
If you mean this product for thermally coating glass, our sister organisation Ecohabitation in Montreal had it applied to their office windows and everyone was quite impressed with how it performed. you can read more here about how it works and our in house review of how well it works -
Reflective window film to reduce overheating