Nancy Designs: Heat Insulation Trends in South Africa

If you grew up in Europe, then you’ll know that heating in homes came in the form of wood fire burners, underfloor heating, or gas/oil wall heaters to keep you warm during those icy cold days, aka almost every single day. All homes are insulated with double glazing and insulation inside the roof.  However, in South Africa, our homes are built for summer and warmer temperatures. This means the minority would invest in luxuries like underfloor heating.

And yet, insulation and heating can make a world of difference to our homes. We, therefore, asked the team from Nancy Designs to share some tips for improving the heat insulation in our homes in South Africa to make the best of our summer home during the cold winter months.

Instead of underfloor heating, let’s look UP – yes, roof insulation! Over the past few years, roof insulation has transformed, and eco-friendly options are now available to heat your home.

Let’s first ask ourselves the question – what is roof insulation and how will it improve my home?

Roof insulation can be done with a variety of materials and products, which include eco-friendly options such as Cellulose Fibre, which is made from recycled newspaper. These materials become the heat flow barrier between your roof tiles and ceiling boards, and in basic terms it prevents heat from passing through. Keeping you cooler in summer and warmer in winter.

Why choose Eco-friendly roof Insulation for your home?

• It’s Durable – Eco-friendly roof insulation will not settle or reduce its performance over time. It is also better for you and the planet.
• Fire Safe – Eco-friendly insulation is non-flammable. You never have to ask yourself the hard ‘what if’ question, as this technique has no safety hazards and meets all the relevant fire standards by the SABS.
• High Performance – It is not affected by moisture, mould or mildew, and is naturally resistant to insect and rodent attacks.
• Recycled content – Eco-friendly insulation is manufactured using 100% recycled newspapers and is locally made in South Africa. #LocalIsLekker

Eco-friendly options are a great opportunity for you to effectively use available resources, save energy and support sustainable practices while creating a healthier and more comfortable home for yourself.

A flame is a warming and addictive thing to look at, so even if you don’t have your own fireplace, you can light a candle to create a warm feeling in your home.

Did you know that most of the products from www.nancydesigns.co.za are either handmade or made locally in South Africa? Each item may differ from the next and this adds an individual charm and artistic value to each product.

We are also thrilled to announce that Nancy Designs are having a 20% discount on all Nancy Designs candles (and candlesticks)! They have a variety of candles for all décor designs and moods. Have a look at a few of these favourites!

Lea Candlestick

Was R617.20 NOW R523.64

Vanilla Scented Lady or Man Candle

Was R390 NOW R330.7

Diffuser candle set (variety of scents available)

Was R268.60 NOW 227.7

Make sure to visit Nancy Designs Only Decor shop at www.nancydesigns.co.za and check out all the fantastic products, and don’t miss out on this amazing 20% off candle discount!