FAQs
Frequenty asked questions
Our most frequently asked questions and our answers.
FAQs
Frequenty asked questions
Our most frequently asked questions and our answers.
FAQs
Frequenty asked questions
Our most frequently asked questions and our answers.
Products Overview
How long do RespiraBlocks last?
How long do RespiraBlocks last?
How long do RespiraBlocks last?
How environmentally friendly is hempcrete?
How environmentally friendly is hempcrete?
How environmentally friendly is hempcrete?
How does hempcrete outperform traditional materials in thermal insulation?
How does hempcrete outperform traditional materials in thermal insulation?
How does hempcrete outperform traditional materials in thermal insulation?
What is hempcrete — and why is it a smarter choice?
What is hempcrete — and why is it a smarter choice?
What is hempcrete — and why is it a smarter choice?
What is the difference between your 80mm and 120mm RespiraBlocks?
What is the difference between your 80mm and 120mm RespiraBlocks?
What is the difference between your 80mm and 120mm RespiraBlocks?
Where are your hempcrete blocks manufactured?
Where are your hempcrete blocks manufactured?
Where are your hempcrete blocks manufactured?
Why is moisture control so important for health — and how does hempcrete help?
Why is moisture control so important for health — and how does hempcrete help?
Why is moisture control so important for health — and how does hempcrete help?
Do RespiraBlocks help with acoustic (sound) performance?
Do RespiraBlocks help with acoustic (sound) performance?
Do RespiraBlocks help with acoustic (sound) performance?
What exactly is a RespiraBlock made of?
What exactly is a RespiraBlock made of?
What exactly is a RespiraBlock made of?
Cost & Value
What are the standalone R-values of our blocks?
What are the standalone R-values of our blocks?
What are the standalone R-values of our blocks?
Is a RespiraBlock wall more expensive than a standard brick veneer wall?
Is a RespiraBlock wall more expensive than a standard brick veneer wall?
Is a RespiraBlock wall more expensive than a standard brick veneer wall?
Should I install RespiraBlocks inside or outside for a single‑skin wall?
Should I install RespiraBlocks inside or outside for a single‑skin wall?
Should I install RespiraBlocks inside or outside for a single‑skin wall?
Technical Details
Can I hang heavy items like split systems, overhead cabinets, or large TVs on a Hempcrete wall?
Can I hang heavy items like split systems, overhead cabinets, or large TVs on a Hempcrete wall?
Can I hang heavy items like split systems, overhead cabinets, or large TVs on a Hempcrete wall?
In a double brick house, what benefit would I get by using RespiraBlocks for the internal leaf instead of standard brick?
In a double brick house, what benefit would I get by using RespiraBlocks for the internal leaf instead of standard brick?
In a double brick house, what benefit would I get by using RespiraBlocks for the internal leaf instead of standard brick?
Do Respirabuilt’s Hempcrete products have any height limitations?
Do Respirabuilt’s Hempcrete products have any height limitations?
Do Respirabuilt’s Hempcrete products have any height limitations?
Can I use RespiraBuilt products in wet areas and tiled areas?
Can I use RespiraBuilt products in wet areas and tiled areas?
Can I use RespiraBuilt products in wet areas and tiled areas?
Can a rendered RespiraBlock wall achieve good airtightness? Do I need to seal at the slab and ceiling junctions to ensure this?
Can a rendered RespiraBlock wall achieve good airtightness? Do I need to seal at the slab and ceiling junctions to ensure this?
Can a rendered RespiraBlock wall achieve good airtightness? Do I need to seal at the slab and ceiling junctions to ensure this?
I've been told that my Hempcrete project requires a Performance Solution — what is this and can you provide assistance?
I've been told that my Hempcrete project requires a Performance Solution — what is this and can you provide assistance?
I've been told that my Hempcrete project requires a Performance Solution — what is this and can you provide assistance?
What floor structure would be the most beneficial to the home — concrete slab, timber floor on stumps, or steel frame?
What floor structure would be the most beneficial to the home — concrete slab, timber floor on stumps, or steel frame?
What floor structure would be the most beneficial to the home — concrete slab, timber floor on stumps, or steel frame?
Is it better to use standard insulation batts or natural fibre batts in the timber frame when paired with hempcrete blocks?
Is it better to use standard insulation batts or natural fibre batts in the timber frame when paired with hempcrete blocks?
Is it better to use standard insulation batts or natural fibre batts in the timber frame when paired with hempcrete blocks?
We want to achieve a thermally broken and insulated concrete floor slab. Can I do this whilst using RespiraBlocks walls?
We want to achieve a thermally broken and insulated concrete floor slab. Can I do this whilst using RespiraBlocks walls?
We want to achieve a thermally broken and insulated concrete floor slab. Can I do this whilst using RespiraBlocks walls?
What would you do with a timber-framed Queenslander to get the best results?
What would you do with a timber-framed Queenslander to get the best results?
What would you do with a timber-framed Queenslander to get the best results?
Installation Details
Can I build with hempcrete blocks myself?
Can I build with hempcrete blocks myself?
Can I build with hempcrete blocks myself?
Can hempcrete blocks be used for retrofitting?
Can hempcrete blocks be used for retrofitting?
Can hempcrete blocks be used for retrofitting?
How much do your hempcrete blocks weigh? Do I need support above windows and doors?
How much do your hempcrete blocks weigh? Do I need support above windows and doors?
How much do your hempcrete blocks weigh? Do I need support above windows and doors?
Can I attach plasterboard directly to hempcrete blocks?
Can I attach plasterboard directly to hempcrete blocks?
Can I attach plasterboard directly to hempcrete blocks?
What finishing options are available for RespiraBlock walls?
What finishing options are available for RespiraBlock walls?
What finishing options are available for RespiraBlock walls?
Do I need a gap between the timber frame and the hempcrete blocks?
Do I need a gap between the timber frame and the hempcrete blocks?
Do I need a gap between the timber frame and the hempcrete blocks?
What do typical flashing details around windows and doors look like for external walls with render?
What do typical flashing details around windows and doors look like for external walls with render?
What do typical flashing details around windows and doors look like for external walls with render?
Can RespiraBlocks be used for load-bearing walls?
Can RespiraBlocks be used for load-bearing walls?
Can RespiraBlocks be used for load-bearing walls?
Your healthy home could start with a conversation.
From concept to finalised project, we can support you along the whole journey.
Your healthy home could start with a conversation.
From concept to finalised project, we can support you along the whole journey.
Your healthy home could start with a conversation.
From concept to finalised project, we can support you along the whole journey.