The four new Technical Design Guides are:
#11 Timber-framed systems for external noise
provides assistance to the building industry by identifying the key issues to be considered when dealing with external noise using lightweight timber-framed construction.
#12 Impact and assessment of moisture-affected, timber-framed construction
assist the building industry and owners understand the key issues to be considered when assessing moisture-affected timber construction and some guidance on how to address them.
#13 Finishing timber externally
concentrates on the finishes used with timber when exposed externally in decks or as part of the building envelope, such as cladding. It discusses the material, finishing and fastening factors important to the in-service performance and longevity of timber elements outside.
#14 Timber in Internal Design
provides a resource for architectural and interior design professionals of design inspiration, assembly information and technical detail on the major aspects of using timber in interiors.
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