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By Eddie Bruce – 1 August 2004, Build 83
Cavities may solve weathertightness problems, but they aren’t that straightforward when it comes to working out R-values for insulation. In fact the situation is very complex, but until research provides more accurate answers, a 50% drop in insulation value for any insulation on the outward side of the cavity should be allowed for.
By Ian Page – 1 October 2009, Build 114, Feature article
The BRANZ website has an updated tool to compare the life cycle costs of various common wall claddings. Environmental impacts can be combined with the cost data to arrive at an overall score for different claddings.
By Dr Manfred Plagmann – 1 June 2020, Build 178, Feature article
BRANZ scientists work collaboratively and in multi-disciplinary teams to effectively find answers to some of the complex issues that buildings present, particularly as the push to higher-performing buildings grows.
