This guide outlines key design and construction considerations for light domestic timber decks for both raised and close to or on-ground timber decks that are exposed to the weather. It covers decks a...
Timber is a natural material that changes over time. Even when detailed correctly and treated or coated, external timber elements require regular inspection and maintenance to achieve their intended s...
Exterior timber finishes serve both aesthetic and protective roles. They shield timber from moisture ingress, UV degradation, staining, and surface checking - all of which directly affect durability a...
Timber's durability in service is not determined by species or treatment alone. Good detailing is necessary to ensure timber durability, allowing timber to shed water, dry out, and avoid becoming a mo...
Cross-laminated timber (CLT) buildings present unique opportunities and challenges for integrating mechanical, electrical, and plumbing services. Unlike steel or concrete structures, CLT panels are so...
By following the below strategies - understanding the risks, limiting weather exposure, using robust protection measures, enforcing good site practices, and verifying dryness - design professionals an...
Cross-laminated timber (CLT) structures rely on well-designed connections to ensure structural performance, fire and acoustic integrity, and buildability. This guidance provides a technical overview o...
Timber is prized for its natural warmth and variation, offering designers and builders countless opportunities to create distinctive, inviting spaces. However, care must be taken to apply appropriate ...
Timber is a versatile, beautiful material, with clever design evident at the connections. Unlike inert materials, timber moves. It expands and contracts with changes in moisture, and without considere...
Moisture is one of the most influential factors affecting the performance of timber in buildings. Whether used externally or internally, timber will continually interact with ambient humidity and temp...
Selecting the right timber grades is critical to achieving both the structural and aesthetic goals of a project. Grades govern how timber performs under load, how it weathers over time, and how it loo...
Climate-Based Moisture Considerations for Timber Across Australia
Timber’s equilibrium moisture content (EMC) varies across coastal, inland, and tropical climates. Builders often underestimate the seasonal effects on timber stability, particularly where elevated m...
Measuring Moisture in Timber: Choosing the Right Method
Measuring the moisture content (MC) of timber is one of the simplest and most powerful ways to safeguard durability, compliance, and structural performance on-site. Yet it is often treated as a low-pr...
Timber is reshaping the way Australia designs and delivers mid-rise buildings. With advances in prefabrication, fire safety, and acoustic performance — and new opportunities under the National Const...
