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Timber buildings cost less than concrete construction
The facts are now beyond doubt. Timber doesn’t just compete with traditional concrete in midrise construction; it wins. Kevin Ezard explains. This declaration was made following ... -
The two things to remember when waterproofing
Mushrooms and mould, rotting timber and soggy carpet – these are all common signs of a leaking shower or waterproofing failure. Andrew Golle, an assessor and ... -
Oak: the best timber in Australia?
Ted Riddle shares his thoughts on oak and explains why, despite some faults, he rates it as the best timber in Australia. I recently had the pleasure ... -
Waterproofing and screeds – above or below?
Andrew Golle clears up the confusion surrounding screeds and explains the difference between waterproofing above or below. Providing surface and sub-surface drainage by implementing falls, to an ... -
What you need to know about thermal mass
David Arnott explains the ins and outs of thermal mass and how it affects building materials. The term passive design is one that many people would have ... -
Nailing connector technique
Best practice in nails and connectors goes way beyond whacking it with a hammer. Dean Ashton from Simpson Strong-Tie explains why the correct installation is critical. ... -
Simple measures to improve airtightness
Much of Australia’s home building stock is below par for building performance, but a few simple measures can be employed to improve airtightness and home owner ... -
How you can improve your sleeping environment
The built environment can affect how we sleep. Dr Darryl O’Brien identifies environmental influences and suggests some intelligent design strategies that can improve the sleeping environment. ... -
Flooded tiles don’t always need demolition
Flooding over floor tiles presents a number of unexpected influences acting on the tiling system, over and above what would be considered normal building service conditions, ... -
Get in the know with security screens and doors
In the world of windows and doors, security products are not normally discussed, but Gary Smith outlines their importance and relevant standards. Window screens and screen ...
