Achieving Perfection in Wet Areas: The Wet Area Benchmark Tool Wet areas might not be the most glamorous part of construction, but getting them right is crucial for lasting quality….
Interesting …. I’ve inspected hundreds of these, but I’m clueless about Atriums. Atriums are common in Hotels, Office lobbies, Shopping complexes & some Education & Entertainment…
Box gutters usually drain into rain heads – also called rainwater heads. Sometimes the rain head is designed with the front edge lower than the box…
Getting your ceilings looking good needs REAL skill: planning of joints so they are staggered backblocking is need at joints separate the glue lines and…
Even though Australia has a mild climate, condensation has historically caused trouble – mainly cosmetic staining although mould growth can cause serious respiratory issues for some…
Sometimes hobs are necessary – but they are trip hazards and increase building costs. avoid hobs if possible by working with your Designer / Certifier…
Safe access to services especially on roofs is a real good investment! place your plant in the best location – to minimise cable or pipe…
We’ve been struggling to finish this essential resource. FTR, mismanagement of movement causes the MAJORITY of cosmetic defects in construction. Please review & revisit this Tool™…
Phew! It’s a relief to know the Rules about Gas Meters! All Designers, Builders & Managers can now plan & coordinate the Meter location without mistake….
They are rarely a problem with steep pitches and small roofs. However things can really go wrong: in flat roofs draining large roofs – especially at…
There are major risk factors when we design & build anything. Trouble is most of these factors are difficult to integrate because they can’t be found…
I hate this detail. It is a trip hazard. Does not comply with AS 1428.1. And it is unsightly unless detailed carefully. I think you…