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Practical how-to articles for builders and designers showing good industry practice and interpretation of the NZ Building Code and standards.

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Wall underlay installation

By Greg Burn 1 August 2009, Build 113

Wall underlay plays an important role in the weathertightness of exterior wall assemblies in light timber-framed residential buildings, yet often it is poorly installed. Getting it right can be as simple as 1, 2, 3.

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Penetration seals

By Ed Soja 1 August 2009, Build 113

A penetration seal is needed for any hole or gap in fire resistance rated walls and floors to maintain their fire resistance rating (FRR). Penetration seals are system-specific, so selecting the correct one may be more involved than you thought.

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