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Practical how-to articles for builders and designers showing good industry practice and interpretation of the NZ Building Code and standards.

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Fire terms and testing

By Ed Soja 1 October 2015, Build 150

Have you ever heard some fire terms and wondered what they mean? This guide will help you understand some of the correct terminology and relevant fire test methods.

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Boundary wall fire resistance rating

By John Grant 1 October 2020, Build 180

Controlling fire spread between residential buildings and outbuildings is important for protecting life and property. We recap the requirements and look at an area of confusion – fire rating of windows and doors in walls close to a boundary.

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