Projects


  • what size can we build

  • types of foundations

-  Linear or strip foundation
- Spot or pad foundation
- Slab or raft foundation
- Pile foundation
- Stepped foundation

  • type of wall framing using NZ timber guide
- Concrete pad.
- Wooden – either suspended timber strip-lined floors or pressed composite materials.
  • type of claddings available in NZ
- Brick or masonry veneer – it may have a higher initial cost but the advantage is that it requires virtually no maintenance.
- Autoclaved aerated concrete which has good insulation properties and comes in blocks, reinforced panels, and lintels. Note: not all products are accepted by some BCAs - check before specifying.
- Weatherboards which can be made of timber or from composite materials. Some do not need painting. They have very good weathertightness properties. Depending on the weather tightness risk score a cavity may be required behind the weatherboard.
- Monolithic systems - for example, textured wall surfaces made out of plaster, polystyrene or fibre cement sheet - are promoted as providing a sealed and waterproof outer skin but must be installed strictly to manufacturer's instructions. The waterproof coating must be carefully maintained to ensure watertightness, and will require a cavity in most applications.
- Aluminium, for example, extruded aluminium weatherboard.
- Profiled metal. This requires careful detailing and workmanship.
- Plywood sheet.
- Concrete masonry blocks - they don't rot, can provide good heat storage, but they need to be installed correctly. Note: in some areas additional thermal insulation may be needed. All single skin masonry will require the application of a waterproof coating.

 
 
 
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