AirRenew’s innovative technology enhances the air quality of interior environments by permanently reducing formaldehyde from circulating in the air. AirRenew takes formaldehyde out of the air and converts it into safe inert compounds.
AirRenew Extreme Impact is a cost-effective alternative to concrete masonry units, often specified for high-traffic applications. AirRenew Impact contains a specially designed fiberglass reinforcement that provides superior resistance to hard impacts and penetrations. The product feature M2Tech® technology, which consists of 100 percent recycled paper that is treated to protect against mold growth.
Ideal for healthcare, education, and commercial projects with sustainable design in mind, the AirRenew product family can contribute to indoor environmental quality, recycled materials, and innovation in design credits for green projects. AirRenew contains up to 99 percent total recycled content and may provide regional materials depending on project location. In addition, the use of impact-resistant gypsum board contributes to the overall durability and longevity of interior spaces in homes and buildings.
AirRenew® Extreme Impact Resistant indoor air quality gypsum board is for use in interior wall and ceiling applications that require improved durability and is specially designed to offer a healthier living and working environment by improving indoor air quality and offering peace of mind for generations.
CertainTeed Gypsum is committed to sustainability. Our manufacturing facilities, located throughout North America, provide regional material coverage and operate with a responsible and environmentally conscious ethic that includes reclamation, preservation of natural resources, recycling and waste management.
AirRenew® indoor air quality gypsum boards are GREENGUARD® Gold Certified, can contribute to LEED building credits and contain up to 99% total recycled content.
AirRenew® indoor air quality (IAQ) gypsum board product line expands to include abuse-resistance.
AirRenew’s innovative technology enhances the air quality of interior environments by permanently reducing formaldehyde circulating in the air. AirRenew takes formaldehyde out of the air and converts it into safe inert compounds.
AirRenew Extreme Abuse provides a cost-effective alternative to concrete masonry units, often specified for high-traffic applications. AirRenew Abuse is designed for areas prone to surface abrasion and indentation, such as hallways and classrooms. The product features M2Tech® technology, which consists of 100 percent recycled paper that is treated to protect against mold growth.
Ideal for healthcare, education, and commercial projects with sustainable design in mind, the AirRenew product family can contribute to indoor environmental quality, recycled materials, and innovation in design credits for green projects. AirRenew contains up to 99 percent total recycled content and may provide regional materials depending on project location. In addition, the use of abuse-resistant gypsum board contributes to the overall durability and longevity of interior spaces in homes and buildings.
AirRenew® Extreme Abuse Resistant Gypsum Board is for use in interior wall and ceiling applications that require improved durability and is specially designed to offer a healthier living and working environment by improving indoor air quality and offering peace of mind for generations.
CertainTeed Gypsum is committed to sustainability. Our manufacturing facilities, located throughout North America, provide regional material coverage and operate with a responsible and environmentally conscious ethic that includes reclamation, preservation of natural resources, recycling and waste management.
AirRenew indoor air quality gypsum boards are GREENGUARD® Gold Certified, can contribute to LEED building credits and contain up to 99% total recycled content.
AirRenew: the only gypsum board that clears the air!
AirRenew® M2Tech® Indoor Air Quality Gypsum Board is for use in interior walls and ceilings and is specially designed to offer a healthier living and working environment by improving indoor air quality and offering peace of mind for generations.
AirRenew takes formaldehyde out of the air and converts it into safe inert compounds. Once they are captured in the board, they cannot be released back into the air. M2Tech® technology also improves indoor air quality by providing enhanced moisture and mold resistance.
AirRenew® M2Tech® Gypsum Board is used for interior walls and ceilings in residential, commercial or institutional applications. It can be used for new construction or renovations over wood or steel framing. It is typically nailed or screwed to studs spaced 16" or 24" o.c., but can be laminated with an adhesive.
CertainTeed Gypsum is committed to sustainability. Our manufacturing facilities, located throughout North America, provide regional material coverage and operate with a responsible and environmentally conscious ethic that includes reclamation, preservation of natural resources, recycling and waste management.
AirRenew indoor air quality gypsum boards are GREENGUARD® Gold Certified, can contribute to LEED building credits and contain up to 99% total recycled content.
AirRenew® Essential Gypsum Board Offers Enhanced Indoor Air Quality in Residential Construction and Remodeling Projects.
AirRenew Essential is part of the AirRenew family of indoor air quality (IAQ) gypsum boards featuring industry-first formaldehyde-scavenging technology. AirRenew Essential offers a cost-effective solution for healthier interior environments in residential construction and remodeling projects.
AirRenew Essential comes in a 1/2-inch gypsum board, and AirRenew Essential Type X, a 5/8-inch fire-resistant gypsum board. Through patent-pending technology, AirRenew Essential proactively captures formaldehydes, and other aldehydes, and converts them into safe, inert compounds.
CertainTeed Gypsum is committed to sustainability. Our manufacturing facilities, located throughout North America, operate with a responsible and environmentally conscious ethic that includes reclamation, preservation of natural resources, recycling and waste management.
AirRenew indoor air quality gypsum boards are GREENGUARD® Gold Certified, can contribute to LEED building credits and contain up to 99% total recycled content.
Insulation is what helps create a barrier between your home’s living area and the extremes of outdoor temperatures. It is one of the single most important features of a home or building that helps it stay comfortable and energy-efficient. Homes that don’t have proper insulation require larger and more expensive cooling and heating devices. These devices have to work extra hard and use up more energy to keep your home’s temperatures regulated. Depending on the type of machine you have, it will either be consuming more gas or more electricity or will in turn be costing you more money. The more often your devices are able to automatically turn themselves off for a break, the more money you will save. With Symétrie Interiors, we make sure your home is insulated properly so that it takes longer for heat to escape or for the outside temperatures to affect your indoor temperatures. Proper insulation also helps your home change in temperature very slowly. This means that your devices don’t have to work very hard to bring your home’s temperature back to the desired setting.
A properly insulated home provides year-round comfort. Not only will you stay cool in the summer and warm in the winter, but you will also save a nice chunk of change on energy bills. Properly installed insulation reduces heating costs and cooling costs because it eases the load on your home’s heating and cooling devices. Once your home is heated or cooled it is able to stay at the regulated temperature for a longer period of time. This allows your device to take a break and only need to turn back on when a slight adjustment needs to be made to your home’s core temperature.
In addition to keeping your home comfortable insulation also keeps your home quieter. Insulation is made to absorb sound. This helps lessen the noise that comes from your appliances, television sets and conversations throughout a home or building. Sound is transmitted through the walls and floors, yet when good insulation is installed these noises are more easily kept in their end of the house. For instance, your downstairs washer and dryer won’t be as easily heard from an upstairs bedroom.
Whether you are insulating a home or office building, Symétrie Interiors believes it is always important to keep the health of the indoor environment in mind. Properly installed insulation helps reduce the potential hazard of mold or mildew growing within your walls due to condensation or trapped moisture. It also keeps these hazards from reaching your air ducts were moisture can be easily trapped.
Good insulation is a must-have for an energy efficient and healthy home, or any type of building for that matter. Without good insulation you will be paying unnecessarily high energy bills and possibly risking the health of your family or your tenants.
At Symétrie Interiors we recommend: ROXUL COMFORTBATT® which is a stone wool insulation product for use in both new residential construction and renovations. We also recommend ROXUL SAFE‘n’SOUND® where superior fire resistance and acoustical performance is required.
It is a lightweight cellular material consisting of fine spherical shaped particles which are comprised of 98% air and 2% polystyrene. This air is trapped within a number of closed hollow cells in each particle and therefore very stable.
How is EPS manufactured?
When raw EPS particles containing a blowing or expanding agent are softened by heating with steam, the hollowed closed cells are formed within the particles which expand to up to 50 times their original volume.
Blocks of EPS are made by re-softening the expanded particles in a block mould with steam until they fuse together. The block is then cut into sheets or boards.
Shaped EPS products are produced either by cutting blocks with a hot wire or by direct moulding of the expanded particles in specially shaped moulds.
How effective is EPS as a thermal insulation material?
Extremely effective essentially because stabilized air is such a good insulator.
The thermal performance of a material is measured in terms of its resistance to the flow of heat. This thermal resistance is expressed in R-values, the higher the number, the better the insulation.
The R-value of the most commonly used Class (Class SL) is 1.13 for every 50mm thickness. Thus, 44mm of this Class of EPS delivers an R-value of + 1.0.
Does EPS absorb water?
EPS is a closed cell and very resistant to the absorption of water. During the process of moulding a block, tiny channels are formed between the EPS particles. If the material is immersed in water these tiny channels can be filled with water. After immersion for more than 360 days, there may be up to 6% water content by volume which has entered the channels.
Even under such an adverse and rare condition of prolonged saturation, EPS suffers little adverse effect. It maintains its shape, size, structure, cohesion and physical appearance. The ability of EPS to resist the adverse effects of moisture is exemplified by its widespread use in floats, marinas and other applications, which involve full or partial submergence in water for prolonged periods of time.
Does EPS have a capillary action?
No. EPS does not have a capillary action. EPS is ideally suited when the insulation material is in contact with the ground.
EPS is said to breathe. What does this mean?
The breathability characteristic of EPS refers to its ability to allow any absorbed moisture to escape when conditions change. It therefore reduces any tendency towards the formation of vapour dams.
In applications where high humidity and temperature differentials are likely, a water vapour barrier such as plastic sheeting should be used. The vapour barrier is best installed on the warm side of the structural component, with the insulation as near as possible to the cold side.
Does age affect the thermal performance of EPS?
No. EPS consists of 98% air and 2% polystyrene, and nothing else. Because of its cellular structure EPS is dimensionally stable, and will not settle over time. EPS used and installed correctly does not deteriorate with age and as such is able to deliver constant R-values for the life of the building.
Is EPS strong?
Yes. EPS is manufactured in a number of classes (or densities), and each class exhibits excellent compressive and flexural strength and dimensional stability characteristics ...at a very high strength to weight ratio.
The range of classes available enables engineers or contractors to select the most appropriate balance between structural and insulation properties for any building application.
How effective is EPS as an acoustic insulation material?
Because EPS has a closed cell structure, it offers only a limited absorption of airborne sounds.
Is EPS resistant to chemicals?
It depends. It is resistant to virtually all aqueous media including dilute acids and alkalis and to methanol, ethanol and silicone oils.
It has limited resistance to paraffin oil, vegetable oils, diesel fuel and Vaseline, which may attack the surface of EPS after long-term contact.
It is not resistant to hydrocarbons, ketones, esters, paints containing thinners, and solutions of synthetic adhesives.
In roof construction requiring hot asphalt, care should be taken to follow recommended installation instructions for hot bituminous asphalt to prevent melting or collapse of EPS insulation boards.
Is EPS degraded by ultraviolet light?
Prolonged exposure to sunlight will cause a slight discolouration (yellowing) of EPS insulation and cause some surface embrittlement.
Even so, the thermal insulation properties will not be affected unless exposure results in loss of thickness of the EPS boards, although the friable surface can make bonding difficult. For this reason, EPS insulation should be covered to protect it from UV light if it is to be stored in the open for extended periods.
Is EPS durable?
Yes. Because EPS is an inert, organic material, it will not rot and is highly resistant to mildew. It also provides no nutritional value to ants, termites and rodents.
To prevent damage to EPS by pests and insects seeking to gain access to the other materials in buildings which provide a food source, EPS may be coated with a thin cement slurry.
Provided EPS does not suffer mechanical damage or failure of any fittings that may be used, it should have a life equal to that of the building in which it is installed.
Does EPS contain CFCs?
No. EPS is chlorofluorocarbon (CFC) and hydro chlorofluorocarbon (HCFC) free
At no stage during the manufacture or application of EPS is the use of CFCs or HCFCs, or other compounds which are said to contribute to the destruction of the earth's ozone layer, required.
Does EPS burn?
Because EPS insulation boards contain a fire retardant additive, they do not present an undue fire hazard when correctly installed.
Like timber, particle board and other organic building materials, EPS will burn when in contact with a flame. Due to the presence of the fire retardant additive in EPS, this flame will self-extinguish almost immediately after the fire source is removed.
Does EPS give off toxic fumes?
The level of toxicity of EPS in a fire situation is no greater than that of timber and other commonly used building materials; the same toxic gas, carbon monoxide is produced. Also produced are carbon dioxide and soot (carbon). There is no emission of such gases as hydrogen cyanide or hydrogen chloride.
Where can EPS be used in building construction?
EPS systems can be used in almost any application where insulation or a combination of insulation and strength are required.
As an insulation material, it is used in a number of roof, wall, ceiling, and sub floor systems ...often in combination with other materials such as steel (in sandwich panels commonly used for cold store construction), concrete (as an insulation core in tilt up wall panels) and gypsum and plasterboard (as skins for ceiling panels and other prefabricated components).
Is EPS cost effective compared to alternative insulation?
Because of the high level of versatility of EPS and the wide range of applications for which it is suitable, its cost effectiveness compared to alternative materials can generally be accurately assessed only on a case by case basis.
In many applications however, particularly where an element of structural strength is required, EPS is the most cost effective insulation material available.
EPS is the only insulation material that in practical, economic and efficiency terms can be applied to all areas of building constructions – ceilings, roofs, walls, floors and under slab – to provide superior standards of thermal insulation. That’s why Symétrie Interiors believes that EPS systems are the ultimate insulation.
Symétrie Interiors believes DRIcore® is an important step towards creating a new living space as warm and comfortable as any other space in your home. DRIcore® is the one-step engineered subfloor solution that is specifically designed for basements. The raised moisture barrier covers cold, damp concrete to protect, insulate and cushion your finished floors. Concrete continually releases moisture. DRIcore® Subfloor panels have been designed with air gap technology to keep basement floors dry, comfortable and cozy throughout the entire year.
Help create the best living environment possible for your family.
You will be warm and dry in your new basement space with finished floors that are up to 3.2˚C (6˚F) warmer. A DRIcore® Subfloor helps to create a healthy environment for you and your family.
Finished Flooring Options
DRIcore® Subfloor panels are strong enough to stand up to heavy home furnishings, like home gym equipment, pianos, pool tables, etc. Add your favorite finished floor – think engineered hardwood, laminate, carpet, vinyl or ceramic tile.
Another option is to leave the DRIcore® as is. Thousands of homeowners have chosen to simply apply a few coats of polyurethane to create a great storage area or place for the kids to play! With a DRIcore® Subfloor you can have a strong, clean and stable subfloor that you can count on.
Features & Benefits
Make a bold statement with your front door selection. Start the transformation of your home into being your dream home by choosing a door that stands out and meets all of your needs. By choosing the correct door, it will add security, may add more light to the entrance way, and change the house exterior look.
I personally like a well-lit entry way and tend to lean to a door that has a lot of glass. Either a full light or half-light door will achieve this goal. The light in the door, (the glass in the door is called the light) is available in many configurations to suit your needs. Some options are plain glass, frosted privacy glass, and also blinds inside the widow for your comfort.
For the finish of the doors you will have several options. Wood grained fiber glass doors are the most common in residential construction today. These doors offer the look of wood, and the insulation value of a traditional exterior door. They can be stained or painted in any colour or finish you desire. Metal doors are also popular and these doors also offer excellent insulation value and can also be painted.
For a FREE ESTIMATE, please contact our office at: 306-545-(RENO)7366, or email us at: Office@SymetrieInteriors.com
HardieBacker® is the only backer board with a lifetime warranty!
Used in place of regular drywall, gypsum boards, glass mesh cement boards, and "floated" walls/floors.
Basic Composition: 90% Portland cement and sand with selected additives
Superior strength and durability so your floors/walls are stable
Greatest resistance to moisture and mold so the underlayment of your floors/walls are protected
Resistance to flame spread so you are protected
HardieBacker500 and HardieBacker 1/4"
Reliable doors that are built to last, that’s what Reliabilt® Doors are all about.
For homebuilders, contractors and especially for couples who are building their dream homes, choosing the right type of doors can be a tricky issue. Deciding on the price, quality, and design is like crossing the bridge halfway. You can cover certain issues but you can never get to a strong decision. Of course, there are other concerns along the way like: What interior-exterior door combination would look consistent with the whole concept of the house? Have you scanned the neighborhood yet? What kind of material can stand against the weather conditions in your area? What type of door would be safe if you have kids running around the living room? Is the door energy efficient? Does it come with a tax credit? Would you go for a cheap sliding patio door, or would you choose a high-quality swinging French door? Does the design and aesthetic cohesion matter to you more? Or do you consider durability and the capacity to withstand harsh weather and conditions above all else? And while other manufacturers let you pick one feature over another, Reliabilt® Doors offers a wide variety of doors which can address every specific you may think of.
Reliabilt® Doors are good quality doors that are available at a reasonable price, a true value for your money. These doors are made by manufacturers that are molded and driven by customer service and product innovation throughout the years.
You can check out Reliabilt® Doors review online to know what other people have to say about the products. The review might even help you decide on what Reliabilt door to use on your garage or patio.
What Reliabilt® Doors are available in the market?
To give you an idea on what Reliabilt doors are selling in the market, check out the list below:
What is the after-sale support that comes with Reliabilt Doors?
Reliabilt® Doors Installation Instructions are included with every door package for those customers who wish to mount their newly purchased doors on their own. These are also available online through their website. But if you can’t seem to understand the instructions through the photos, you can also call their customer support hotlines and they will send professional installers to service at your home and do the installation for you. The only downside there is you have to pay those people who will come into your home to mount the doors.
Reliabilt® Doors tax credit are included with every door package for those customers who wish to mount their newly purchased doors on their own. These are also available online through their website. But if you can’t seem to understand the instructions through the photos, you can also call their customer support hotlines and they will send professional installers to service at your home and do the installation for you. The only downside there is you have to pay those people who will come into your home to mount the doors.
While you are halfway across the bridge, let Reliabilt® Doors guide you in moving forward and cherry-pick what best suits your taste and preferences. There are a lot of options to choose from so finding the right door for a particular part of the house is a sure shot in getting at the other end of the bridge. So before starting your new journey at your new (or newly-renovated) homes, be sure to pop by Lowe’s or visit online websites that distributes Reliabilt products. With Reliabilt® Doors on the display, you will never leave the store empty-handed.
Acrylic holds many advantages over traditional materials such as porcelain and cast-iron, the most immediately noticeable being it is lightweight. This is most critical if your bathroom is not on a ground floor in terms of installation ease and floor weight load.
MAAX uses high-quality cast acrylic that is thick, strong and durable. It has a soft, luxurious feel that is warm to the touch and retains heat, such as that from your bathwater. Integrated color pigment means it won't fade and even helps hide the minor scratches that come with normal use over time. It resists most cracks and chips, and any that do occur can be easily repaired.
Acrylic is non-corrosive and non-porous. It won't rust and is highly resistant to mold, mildew and staining from minerals in water, crayons and even permanent markers. This also makes it easy to clean with mild, non-abrasive cleaners including dishwashing soap.
Start your project with ROXUL® — the fire-resistant insulation that's made from stone. Home owners, contractors and builders rely on ROXUL for no-compromise insulation solutions that help save energy and create quiet and safer homes.
ROXUL’s line of fire-resistant insulation for residential use includes both thermal and soundproofing products: ROXUL COMFORTBATT® and ROXUL SAFE’n’SOUND®
The advantages of ROXUL make your insulation choice easy.
ROXUL insulation goes beyond what most conventional insulations offer. The main ingredient of ROXUL insulation is stone. As a result, it provides some very distinct advantages:
Fire Resistant:
Water Repellant:
Made from Stone:
Easy to Install:
Sound Absorbent:
Why Choose BEHR MARQUEE™?
Get color that looks freshly painted longer with Behr's most advanced dirt and fade protection.
MARQUEE Exterior is a stain-blocking paint and primer that features Behr's most advanced dirt and fade protection technology It creates a tough, non-stick surface that resists dirt to give color that looks freshly painted longer, even under severe weather conditions. It also delivers a mildew-resistant finish and stands up to rain as early as 60 minutes after application, as well as providing exceptional gloss retention.
MARQUEE Interior is Behr's most advanced interior paint and primer ever - delivering exceptional hide and stain resistance plus high-performance one-coat coverage with every color in the exclusive MARQUEE Interior One-Coat Color Collection. This innovative paint & primer turns a time consuming paint job into a simple project and dries to a durable finish providing consumers a beautiful look that lasts.
Why Choose PREMIUM PLUS ULTRA®?
Get a finish that stays looking new longer with the Behr NANOGUARD® technology.
BEHR PREMIUM PLUS ULTRA® Exterior is a high-performance paint and primer in one that provides ultimate durability and excellent hide with fewer coats. It features NANOGUARD technology, which forms a protective shell to resist dirt, scuffs and mildew for a finish that STAYS LOOKING NEW LONGER®. It is ideal for any climate, and can be applied in temperatures as low as 35 degrees.
Why Choose PREMIUM PLUS®?
Get exceptional hide, durability and protection with our best value paint.
BEHR PREMIUM PLUS® Exterior is a 100% acrylic, low VOC formula designed for a long-lasting finish that resists moisture, fading and stains as well as mildew and corrosion and provides a mildew resistant finish. It delivers exceptional hide and excellent touch-up while also providing comprehensive all-climate protection.
BEHR PREMIUM PLUS® Interior is a zero VOC, low odor, self-priming paint that provides exceptional value and durability. It seals both uncoated and previously painted surfaces to create a finish that resists mildew, stains, moisture and wear and stands up to scrubbing.
Not all substrates are equal! To make sure your new or existing home has the greatest mold and moisture protection built in, you should be familiar with all the various substrates.
Gypsum
Gypsum is a lightweight, soft mineral compound used in some backer boards.
The Risk:
Glass Mesh Cement Boards
Glass mesh is a hard and durable substrate common in interior construction that has some moisture prevention characteristics.
The Risk:
Fiber Cement Backer Boards
Experts agree that fiber cement backer boards are the best choice for wet area walls and floors because they provide the best combination of durability and installation benefits.
The Reward:
