By Alide Elkink
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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?
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By Ed Soja
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1 June 2011, Build 124, Feature article
Many changes can take place during the life of a building, including the components of passive fire protection.
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By Danusia Wypych
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1 June 2011, Build 124, Feature article
Most of the surfaces on homes and buildings are painted or protected by a surface coating. Getting the job done right in the first place and a little basic maintenance can add years to the life of an architectural or decorative paint system.
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By Trevor Pringle
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1 June 2011, Build 124, Feature article
A new BRANZ project is developing a web-based tool so designers and builders can easily give homeowners a project-specific record of the materials and finishes used and their maintenance over the life of the building.
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By Trevor Pringle
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1 June 2011, Build 124, Feature article
When carrying out maintenance or renovations to buildings, there are several things that can be done to make the environment safer for building users.
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By Peter Fehl
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1 June 2011, Build 124, Feature article
The University of Auckland owns and leases 200 buildings with roughly 500,000 m² of gross floor area, making it one of New Zealand’s major property owners and developers.
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