Austech Screen in a Box used for Pool Fencing

With Summer nearing and the temperature starting to heat up, we all look forward to spending time out the back in the pool, whether it be your own, your neighbours, friends or family, nothing beats going for a dip and cooling off. Although, all backyard pools need to be well fenced in order to be safe as well as complying with pool fencing regulations. Austech Building Products Screen in a Box is ideal for this type of application. Aluminium pool fencing is one of the most popular options out there so maybe it is time to upgrade? Or if you are thinking about installing a pool then this is what you need to know.

An Incredibly Attractive Pool Fence

The appeal of the aluminium screen has lead to its high popularity. Screen in a Box is available in four colours to suit your home and pool surrounds. Gates are also made available by Austech to finish off the fence and are an attractive, cost-effective way off adding value and style to your home.

Screen in a Box is Durable

Screen in a Box is almost completely unaffected by weather and they will not rust, warp or corrode. There it covers two important aspects that you want from your pool fence, durable and long lasting. It performs well against moisture, important in this application and the powder coating means that the water will never reach the internals. Because aluminium pool fencing is so durable and resistant, it is also very low maintenance.

Ease of Install & Lightweight

One of the key benefits of the Screen in a Box is that it is both lightweight and easy to install. This means that you can have a fully complying pool fence completely within a day or so if you are having a professional install it. The beauty of Screen in a Box is that it is a DIY product in nature, so if you're fairly handy with the tools then you can save installation costs and mount it yourself.

An Economical Way of Fencing your Pool

Installing and maintaining pool can be an expensive exercise in any home. Aluminium pool fencing is a very economical alternative for both small and large pools and you can rest assured that you have bought a pool fence that looks great, hasn't broken the budget, but still complies with the strict pool fencing regulations in Australia. Best of all, it lasts so long that you won't need to replace it for years, if ever.

     Visit Screen in a Box to learn more about the product or make an enquiry to the Austech staff. Screen in a Box is also available on the Austech Online Store, currently on sale, so don't miss out.

Choosing A Facade Cladding

There are many factors to consider when looking for an effective way to cover the outside of your building or home. Most of us would opt for something that looks attractive, is also well protected and requires minimal maintenance. Facade cladding is the ultimate choice and Austech External Building Products have the perfect solution for you.

What is Facade Cladding?

Façade claddings are non load bearing panels that are fixed to the supporting structure. Generally, they are used for aesthetic purposes to add another dimension to a structure and should only have to support their own weight. Facade cladding can add more than just an attractive external appearance. The overall thermal and acoustic properties of a building can be importantly enhanced, especially with extra insulation installed behind it.

Types of Facade Cladding

Austech specialises in lightweight cladding systems. The Austech product range includes three superior façade cladding options to consider:
· Vinyl Cladding
· Stone Cladding
· Foamular Extruded Polystyrene - EIFS (External Insulation & Finishing System)

How to Decide What is Best for You

Some types of cladding are more economical than others and your budget will play a big part in choosing what the most suitable product is for you. For instance, the beauty and elegance of stone is hard to beat although for a cost effective solution, vinyl cladding can give a distinguished and classic look at a lower cost.


You must also consider the maintenance factor of your choice of cladding. Fortunately Austechs facade cladding range require little to no maintenance. Whereas other types of cladding, timber for example, will need regular cleaning and refinishing to keep it looking and working at its best. Vinyl Cladding will only need a hose down once in a while.



Having been a supplier in the home improvement industry for over 25 years, Austech and its team can help you with the look that you're trying to achieve to make your dreams become a reality. Visit the website to learn more about Duratuff Select Vinyl Cladding , Foamular & CraftStone as well as the other products Austech has to offer, or simply make an enquiry .

Why You Need Sub-Floor Ventilation

With one of Australia's wettest summers on record it has never been more important to ventilate your home. Sub-floor ventilation must be provided to enclosed sub-floor spaces. Moisture escapes from the soil and is absorbed by the air above, raising the relative humidity of the air. This in turn will raise the moisture content of the framing members and flooring. Ventilation is necessary to reduce the relative humidity of the cool air in the space, by replacing air with new warm drier air drawn from outside the space.

To improve sub-floor air quality and reduce humidity levels beneath the floor, Austech are offering the ecoFAN by Edmonds. The ecoFAN consists of an electronic, brushless, D.C. motor and a 23cm diameter, five blade fan, installed within an aluminium powder coated frame.


The condition of the air space beneath a home can impact on mould and fungi growth, termite action and even household allergies and respiratory problems. Poor sub-floor air circulation provides a conducive environment for the breeding and activity of termites. It can also give rise to stale and musty odours which permeate into living areas. The quantity, distribution and efficiency of the vents provided is extremely important for the stability and performance of timber floors, and to reduce the risk of decay and termite hazards.



The ecoFAN extracts 4,000 litres per minute of stale or damp sub-floor air. This air is replaced by clean, fresh, external air sucked through wall grilles placed opposite the ecoFAN. Even if allowed to run continuously, ecoFAN, which draws only 6.5W, will cost less than $A6 per annum in energy charges.



The ecoFAN is available from the Austech Online Store at a discounted price. Austech also offer many other great home improvement products. Visit the website to make an enquiry .