Yearly Archives: 2016
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Engineered Flooring
Australian engineered flooring manufacturer Big River recently announced a new generation of its engineered Australian hardwood flooring. The new range is an affordable alternative to their ... -
A new way to paint timber
The CSIRO has developed a new powder-coating technique to protect timber products for longer and maintain their aesthetic appearance. Dimi Kyriakou reports. When it comes to ... -
No blinds required
A company in the US is introducing windows that can tint on demand to control how much heat and light they let in, thus reducing HVAC ... -
Delivering user friendly buildings
Whether it be a large commercial building, an industrial site, a multi-unit residential or a single residential house, good passive design can significantly improve user comfort ... -
Redesigning old and new
An essential part of creating an energy efficient home is incorporating a smart design into the project from the very start – particularly in the case ... -
Architecture in glass
Frameless glass has long been admired for the style and convenience it can bring to any environment. As prices become more affordable and installation more efficient, ... -
Trim, taut and terrific?
Wooden trim on a building is not really covered by the Standards, writes Ted Riddle. However, common sense and good installation practices will enhance durability. A ... -
Panel game everyone wins
Prefabricated panels for housing and commercial buildings offer design flexibility, production efficiency and greener performance. Kevin Ezard anticipates a conference on innovative framing techniques. Over the ... -
Reducing the “RE” factor to benefit code users
The ABCB explains the decision to move to a three-year amendment cycle following NCC 2016. If you have been in the building and construction industry for ... -
Wall compliance
Angus Kell poses the question: is minimum compliance adequate for external walls in attached dwelling construction? The recent trend for attached dwellings to meet the current ...
