Distributing lateral loads in timber-framed buildings
Creating a compliant bracing distribution system can be a challenge in today’s open plan house designs. Even if you don’t design them, it is still important to understand how bracing works.
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Heat pumps – energy solution or issue?
By Nicola Buckett – 1 June 2007, Build 100
A Building Research funded study report investigated the recent shift toward the use of domestic heat pumps, and found that its likely effects are both positive and negative.
Wall cladding Appraisal
By Mike Reed, Jason Wanden – 1 June 2007, Build 100, Feature article
The BRANZ Appraisal process can verify that a wall cladding system is compliant and will be fit for purpose.
Chemical analysis of stucco plaster
By Neil Lee – 1 February 2007, Build 98
Determining the composition of a stucco plaster can be useful when investigating cladding failure. However, recent BRANZ research shows that reliable results require more than simple chemical analysis.
