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Low-emissivity glass

By John Burgess 1 May 2011, Build 123, Feature article

This new series of articles will look at aspects of the thermal performance of residential window systems including a variety of glass and glazing types, framing and the effect of climate. First up is low-emissivity glass.

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Coatings for steelwork

By Raed El Sarraf 1 April 2011, Build 123, Feature article

If you can estimate the corrosion rate of a building’s steelwork and specify an appropriate and cost-effective protective coating system, you can maximise the performance of the building.

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Foam insulation

1 April 2011, Build 123

BRANZ has suspended further investigation into the performance of Urea Formaldehyde Foam Insulation (UFFI) after the DBH clarified that installation of these products requires a building consent.

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Defects in new houses

By Ian Page 1 April 2011, Build 123, Feature article

Early replies to a BRANZ survey asking owners of new houses about their house defects and features suggest that, despite overall satisfaction, there is room for improvement in the industry.

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Attaining excellence

By Graham Anderson 1 April 2011, Build 123, Feature article

What can builders do to change their next completed project from ordinary to being a quality home people will enjoy living in? The Registered Master Builders House of the Year awards have a range of criteria they use to identify and reward excellence.

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