By Alide Elkink
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1 June 2011, Build 124
Metal building elements may deteriorate more quickly without regular washing, so what should designers consider when incorporating metal building elements in their designs and what maintenance advice should they give clients?
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By Alide Elkink
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1 June 2012, Build 130
A Build reader recently asked if H3.1 treatment for timber cladding is sufficient to protect against rot. It is, but only if primed before installation, painted and regularly maintained.
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By Greg Burn
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1 August 2010, Build 119
A large proportion of weathertightness building failures have resulted from insufficient maintenance – some could have been avoided if owners had been better informed.
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By Bruce Sedcole
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1 June 2022, Build 190
In this final part of our renovation of period and character homes series, we start by looking at external windows then consider how the houses can be made to fit in to our 21st century lifestyles.
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By Des Molloy
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1 December 2004, Build 85
Avoiding corrosion of fasteners requires careful detailing to ensure detrimental chemical reactions do not occur, which can reduce the life of the fastener.
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By Tom Edhouse
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1 December 2011, Build 127
Table 20 of Building Code Acceptable Solution E2/AS1 is often used to select building materials. Here are a few pointers to help you intrepret the table correctly.
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By Ann Galloway
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1 February 2015, Build 146
Making additions or alterations to an older home can provide an opportunity to improve its thermal performance. However, installing insulation to maximise the benefits is not always as straightforward as it might seem.
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By Bruce Sedcole
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1 April 2022, Build 189
In Build 188 Keeping in character, i looked at the major structural issues confronted when refurbishing Aotearoa New Zealand period and character homes. In this third article in the series, i discuss the internal fit-out and what you may encounter.
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By Bruce Barclay
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1 August 2019, Build 173
The home is built and now the timber cladding needs painting or coating. It is important that this is carried out correctly to ensure long-term durability and a great appearance.
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1 June 2010, Build 118
Selecting the correct nail or screw type for a particular situation is important but can be complex. This has just got easier with BRANZ’s decision tree for selecting nails and screws for use in timber.
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