GreenStuf®

GreenStuf® is a thermal and acoustic insulation made from 100% polyester fibre, with a minimum of 50% recycled content. Made on a zero waste manufacturing line, every element—from packaging to product—is recyclable at the end of its life. GreenStuf contributes to better indoor air quality, with no formaldehyde binders or airborne fibres. Safe to touch, GreenStuf causes no itching or scratching—even on the most sensitive skin.

Quintessentially Kiwi in our humble beginnings, Autex was founded in 1967 over a beer and a handshake at the Station Hotel pub. With hard work and a handful of Kiwi ingenuity, the modest four-man operation outgrew its cramped Grey Lynn factory to become a major player in New Zealand – eventually expanding into overseas markets. Despite the globalisation of the business, Autex remains a New Zealand owned and operated designer, and manufacturer, of acoustics and insulation products.

From the first punch of the needle in that small Grey Lynn factory, we have always valued integrity in quality and design. Manufacturing in two Auckland locations – Avondale and Hobsonville – allows us complete control over the design and construction of all products. This not only ensures a high level of quality but enables greater opportunities for customisation and bespoke design.

Auckland’s manufacturing and design hub
Production of our interior acoustic products, wallcoverings, felts, and specialty finishing takes place at our Avondale factory. As our global design office and manufacturing facilities are on the same site, our design team is able to liaise with our manufacturing teams on custom jobs – guaranteeing high-quality work every time.

Sustainable products and practices
Our Hobsonville factory – home of GreenStuf® – opened in June 2019. This expansion enabled an increase in manufacturing capabilities, supporting overall business growth.

With sustainability at the forefront of our design practice, the Hobsonville factory project was the perfect opportunity to design, and build, and environmentally conscious manufacturing plant. This is one of the key benefits of manufacturing in New Zealand; we have control over the sustainability of our processes – from the materials used, to the energy consumption of the building. Complete with a zero-waste manufacturing line, solar panels, and EV charging stations, the Hobsonville factory is designed to produce an environmentally friendly product through environmentally friendly practices.

Proudly made in New Zealand
Alongside quality and design control, manufacturing in Auckland creates jobs and opportunities for New Zealanders and local suppliers – supporting the New Zealand economy and the wider community. As Autex is a Kiwi, family-owned company, this local community focus is extremely important.

Autex is proud to hold the NZ Made certification for both our insulation and interior acoustics products. We value our position as a New Zealand owned and operated company; able to create quality interior products, with a touch of Kiwi ingenuity, that give back to our local community.

H1 Calculation:

To ensure your project complies with the building code’s H1 Energy Efficiency clause, our insulation experts can do an H1 calculation free of charge. As every house and commercial building has different requirements—depending on size, design, and location—we can work with you to help you achieve the best results.

Site Sign off:

You may have the best insulation on the market, but a poor install can significantly reduce its performance. It’s crucial to get it right first time, because once the linings are on you won’t get a chance to go back and fix it. To ensure your project is correctly insulated, our insulation experts can complete a free site sign off. We look for gaps, folds, and tucks, and ensure the right product has been installed in the right place. Once the sign off is complete, we provide a certificate that can be kept on file to give you peace of mind.

Spec writing:

To save you time, we can write the GreenStuf insulation specification for your project. As insulation experts we know our product inside out, so we can ensure every aspect of the specification is accurate and carefully considered.

Quick Facts:

Fire safety: GreenStuf polyester insulation has been independently tested and assessed to the relevant fire standards for New Zealand Building Code (NZBC) compliance, including downlights.

Durable: GreenStuf will not settle or reduce its performance over time, and is backed by a 50 year product durability warranty.

High performance: GreenStuf insulation is not affected by moisture, is naturally resistant to insect and vermin attack, and meets relevant requirements of the NZBC.

Safe to touch: GreenStuf is 100% polyester (like a duvet) so there’s no nasty itching or scratching. It’s completely safe and does not require protective clothing when handling or installing.

Safer indoor air quality: GreenStuf does not contain any added chemicals such as formaldehyde-based binders or fibres that can be breathed into your lungs.

Recycled content and recyclable: GreenStuf is manufactured using a minimum of 50% previously recycled polyester fibre (from PET plastic) and is reusable and recyclable at end of life.

Local and proud: GreenStuf is proudly made in New Zealand for Kiwi homes.

Breathe easier: GreenStuf has been independently endorsed by Asthma New Zealand and accepted into their Breathe Easy programme as a product considered safe for New Zealanders living with asthma.

Quality: GreenStuf is made under tightly-controlled manufacturing processes. To ensure GreenStuf is consistently of the highest quality, Autex Industries employs a team of experts to run a full-scale product testing laboratory on site.

Fire Safety
GreenStuf polyester insulation has been independently tested and assessed to the relevant fire standards for New Zealand Building Code (NZBC) compliance, including downlights.

Durable
GreenStuf will not settle or reduce its performance over time, and is backed by a 50 year product durability warranty.

High Performance
GreenStuf insulation is not affected by moisture, is naturally resistant to insect and vermin attack, and meets relevant requirements of the NZBC.

Safer Indoor Air Quality
GreenStuf does not contain any added chemicals such as formaldehyde-based binders or fibres that can be breathed into your lungs.

Local and Proud
GreenStuf is proudly made in New Zealand for Kiwi homes.

Quality
GreenStuf is made under tightly-controlled manufacturing processes. To ensure GreenStuf is consistently of the highest quality, Autex Industries employs a team of experts to run a full-scale product testing laboratory on site. 

Safe To Touch
GreenStuf is 100% polyester (like a duvet) so there’s no nasty itching or scratching. It’s completely safe and does not require protective clothing when handling or installing.

Recycled Content and Recyclable
GreenStuf is manufactured using a minimum of 50% previously recycled polyester fibre (from PET plastic) and is reusable and recyclable at end of life.

Breathe Easier
GreenStuf has been independently endorsed by Asthma New Zealand and accepted into their Breathe Easy programme as a product considered safe for New Zealanders living with asthma.