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IntroductionThe Timber-framed Construction for Townhouse Buildings Class 1a Design & Construction Guide for BCA compliant sound and fire-rated construction demonstrates compliance with targeted fi...

The WoodSolutions Bushfire Calculator V2.1 is an online (not downloadable) design tool developed to assist building designers, builders, regulators and home owners in determining the relevant Bushfire Attack Level (BAL) for a specific building site.

Introduction In lightweight buildings, fire protection is generally achieved by the use of fire-resistant linings. Due to the sequencing of trades in constructing fire- and sound-rated timber bui...

IntroductionPlywood box beams are lightweight, structurally efficient, economical and simple to fabricate.  They provide a conventionally stable means of structural support for building construct...

IntroductionThis guide is intended to be used for the design, practices and construction of timber stairs, handrails and balustrades. Information about both internal and external stairs is provid...

IntroductionThis publication provides a reference guide for the installation of solid timber strip flooring over bearers and joists, timber-based sheet flooring products and concrete slabs.Generally, ...

IntroductionThis Guide has been written for designers, specifiers, builders, code officials and certifying authorities who want to use or interpret fire-resisting timber construction that is Deemed-to...

IntroductionOptimum, or more cost-effective performance is achieved with better knowledge.  By careful consideration of the key factors affecting the durability performance of timber; industry, s...

IntroductionThe building design and construction communities are increasingly aware of the need to consider thermal performance and environmental impact in the design and construction of buildings. Th...

IntroductionSound is an important issue in residential construction. Sound insulation tends to govern the choice of construction system because of its daily impact on quality of life. The referen...