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 Alide Elkink – 1 December 2016, Build 157
The tricky question of how to install shower fixtures and fittings while not compromising watertightness can be answered with this two-step process to make a waterproof penetration.
By Mark Bassett – 1 December 2008, Build 109, Feature article
A detailed study of water leakage through 14 walls clad with weatherboards sheds some light on the origin of leaks.
By Greg Burn – 1 June 2009, Build 112
Buildings with poorly designed and built parapets and enclosed balustrades are at high risk of weathertightess failure. Careful design and construction is needed.
By Greg Burn – 1 October 2010, Build 120
It’s often said that the devil is in the detail. Here, we give a refresher on some small construction details that need to be correct to increase the weathertightness of your building projects.
By Greg Burn – 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.
By Alide Elkink – 1 December 2006, Build 97
From time to time, the BRANZ Helpline receives calls querying the differences between details shown in E2/AS1 and the BRANZ ‘weathertight solutions’ books. To understand the differences between the two documents, it is necessary to understand the role each plays.
By Trevor Pringle – 1 October 2008, Build 108
Brick veneer cavities have an important weathertightness function. Getting the detailing and construction of veneer claddings right is necessary to allow the water present to drain and dry.
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.
By Trevor Pringle – 1 August 2004, Build 83
For many cladding materials the horizontal joints are dealt with in the design of the cladding itself, e.g. weatherboards. This article is concerned about those claddings that need horizontal joints to accommodate movement or sheet size.