The problems with decks…
If not constructed correctly, decks can be the cause of significant concern.
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By Trevor Pringle – 1 August 2007, Build 101
If not constructed correctly, decks can be the cause of significant concern.
By Greg Groufsky – 1 December 2007, Build 103, Feature article
There are a raft of measures being implemented by the Government to help address weathertightness issues and ensure houses are built right first time.
By John Burgess – 1 February 2007, Build 98
Changes in window installation have contributed to some of the weathertightness problems of the last decade. BRANZ is researching the issues.
By Greg Overton – 1 December 2007, Build 103, Feature article
Building on the success of previous weathertightness research at BRANZ, two new projects have now started – one looking at parapet wall systems and the other at imported drainage mats performance under New Zealand conditions.
By Alide Elkink – 1 December 2007, Build 103, Feature article
For many people the problem of a leaky home remains an ongoing nightmare.
By Stephen Sargent – 1 February 2007, Build 98
Changes to the Building Code have clarified where wet area linings and finishes should be used instead of ordinary linings and finishes.
By Mark Bassett – 1 December 2007, Build 103, Feature article
BRANZ recently completed research to understand the movement of air and water in the cavities around windows. This has provided new insight into alternative ways of managing water at the difficult junction between walls and windows.
By Alide Elkink – 1 February 2007, Build 98
An infill panel is often used with masonry veneer cladding above a window or door opening. This avoids the need to support the weight of the masonry veneer but creates a weathertightness issue.
By Greg O’Sullivan – 1 August 2007, Build 101, Feature article
Leaking buildings are a health risk, both for occupiers and for builders carrying out repairs. A variety of measures must be taken to help make remedial work safe.
By John Burgess – 1 December 2007, Build 103, Feature article
Many Standards address weathertightness to ensure an acceptable and achievable expectation of building element performance, particularly from the exterior skin. Here we look at AS/NZS 4284.