Selecting timber framing
A designer needs to select the right timber for their design. This means choosing the correct level of treatment for the situation and the right grade for the spans and loadings nominated.
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By Anna Smith – 1 October 2006, Build 96
A designer needs to select the right timber for their design. This means choosing the correct level of treatment for the situation and the right grade for the spans and loadings nominated.
By Ian Cox-Smith – 1 June 2007, Build 100
Current methods for adding insulation to slab-on-ground floors have some disadvantages. However, recent BRANZ research has developed more effective methods.
By Trevor Pringle – 1 August 2007, Build 101
If not constructed correctly, decks can be the cause of significant concern.
By Roger Shelton – 1 February 2008, Build 104
Calls to the BRANZ Helpline indicate that there is still confusion about the correct use of bottom plate anchors with concrete floor slabs.
By Michael Camilleri – 1 April 2008, Build 105
When it comes to insulation, designers should think optimum rather than minimum and make key decisions early in the design process.
By Ian Cox-Smith – 1 December 2008, Build 109
Understanding how to maximise the insulation of a slab-on-ground floor is an important step to designing an energy-efficient building. So, where is the main heat loss, and how is a slab best insulated?
By David Hindley – 1 February 2009, Build 110
An online calculator has replaced the paper version of the BRANZ Guide to lintels and beams.
By Nigel Clarke – 1 December 2009, Build 115
Concrete wastewater can be lethal to aquatic life and can land those responsible with a fine, so make sure you keep it out of stormwater.
By Greg Burn – 1 August 2010, Build 119
When it comes to weathertightness, Building Code Clause E2 External moisture and the compliance document E2/AS1 are the critical documents for any designer.
By Alide Elkink – 1 June 2011, Build 124
Metal building elements may deteriorate more quickly without regular washing, so what should designers consider when incorporating metal building elements in their designs and what maintenance advice should they give clients?