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Tile Specification Resolves Fire Protection and Acoustic Concerns for Multi-Residential Dwellings

Achieve acoustic requirements by specifying tiles and taking advantage of Tile Warehouse's Acoustibond or Acoustiflor systems for concrete floors.

Achieve Time Savings, Space Savings and Greater Spans with Woodspan Intertenancy Floors

Woodspan PLT provides options to achieve spans of up to 4340mm and save height on multi-level builds — all in a prefabricated flooring system that will save time on site.

November 2022 feature

Intertenancy Floors & Walls

Passive Fire Penetrations and How the Systems Relate to Construction

Passive Fire Penetrations and How the Systems Relate to Construction

When designing the construction of fire cells there are some key points that need consideration for elements that require passive fire protection. 

Ensure Quiet Intertenancy Living with the Laminex NZ Fire & Acoustic Floor System

Ensure Quiet Intertenancy Living with the Laminex NZ Fire & Acoustic Floor System

This lightweight intertenancy flooring system achieves an STC of 65 and an IIC of 56 to effectively minimise sound transfer between apartments. In addition, the system has a fire rating up to 60/60/60 FRR.

Steel Rollformed Products Offer Smart Solutions for Intertenancy Walls

Steel Rollformed Products Offer Smart Solutions for Intertenancy Walls

A look at how different steel stud acoustic wall systems from Steel Rollformed Products can help you to achieve acoustic privacy.

Hettich Adds Stainless Steel Hinge, Veosys, to its Range

This month, global market leader Hettich marks the release of its latest hinge to the New Zealand market; a stainless-steel option called Veosys.

How Do You Successfully Ventilate a Building the Size of Eight Rugby Fields?

Ventüer shares how their systems were used to ventilate the new Foodstuffs Head Office and Distribution Centre in Auckland.

Innovative Offsite Manufactured Build Includes INTELLO Airtightness System

Flexi House's floor, wall and roof panels were manufactured in the factory over a seven-week period before they made the long journey south to their Otago destination. 

Retail and Hospitality Sector in Dulux World of Colour

The Dulux team’s extensive knowledge and sector experience allow them to provide valued support with specification writing and problem-solving for retail and hospitality venues.

Clever Kitchen Design for Little Spaces

How an award-winning designer turned a tiny space into a luxurious kitchen for two.

Underlay, Underlay! Considering External Façade Wall Build-Ups in MDH

This month I discuss external façade walls + to celebrate the launch of mediumdensity.nz, we're giving you the chance to WIN with the Medium Quick-Fire Quiz! 

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25 October 2022

Cohesive Palette Anchors New Colour Release from Prime Melamine

Pressed onto fire-rated Black MDF, the melamine panels also achieve a Group 1-S for wall linings.

Wellington Home Suits Owners' Needs with First Windows and Doors

Everything about this house makes it just what its owners and the surrounding environment ordered.

Marley Stratus Design Series Brings Durability and Style to Coastal Home

Typhoon spouting and RP80 downpipes complement the warm tones of the home, with internal brackets ensuring the spouting has long runs with very clean lines. 

 Innowood and InnoCeil Provide Fire-Rated Timber Solutions

Innowood and InnoCeil Provide Fire-Rated Timber Solutions

For architects and developers looking to provide a fire-rated ceiling solution, Innowood systems deliver excellent fire performance for interior Building Code compliance.

Stunning Textured Wall Range Launched in New Zealand

Stunning Textured Wall Range Launched in New Zealand

Create bespoke designs and add visual impact to any project with Mario Romano Walls.

Trespa Meteon Cladding Brings a Splash of Colour and Fun to Hillmorton High School

Trespa Meteon Cladding Brings a Splash of Colour and Fun to Hillmorton High School

The Trespa Meteon Cladding provided a low maintenance, durable and colourful solution for the Christchurch high school. 

Entrance Tiles, Carpet Tiles and Vinyl Provide a Complete, Hardworking Flooring solution

Entrance Tiles, Carpet Tiles and Vinyl Provide a Complete, Hardworking Flooring solution

With a ‘work boots inside’ policy, Twizel’s new NIWA facility needed flooring solutions that would stand up to heavy wear.

New ThermalHEART Window and Door Range Debuts with H1 Code Upgrade

New ThermalHEART Window and Door Range Debuts with H1 Code Upgrade

A new thermally broken window and door range is being launched by APL Window Solutions simultaneously with November’s tightening of energy efficiency standards.

Health Benefits of an Acoustically Balanced Space

Health Benefits of an Acoustically Balanced Space

Good building acoustics are becoming increasingly important in today’s architecture as it supports the overall atmosphere created for users. Being able to control noise and sound also has a great impact on health and wellbeing, along with an increase in productivity.

Fire Retardant, Vapour Permeable, Airtight Membranes for Intertenancy Walls

Fire Retardant, Vapour Permeable, Airtight Membranes for Intertenancy Walls

DriSpace's intelligent, fire retardant, vapour permeable, airtight membranes help to achieve energy-efficiency and aid in passive fire design for intertenancy walls for medium density housing.

Anchor Designer Software Now Live

Anchor Designer Software Now Live

Simpson Strong-Tie are excited to announce the release of v3.1.2209.3 of their Anchor Designer Software on their website.

JH Clamp Balustrade System: Additional Glass Options and Now Applicable in Extra High Wind Zones

JH Clamp Balustrade System: Additional Glass Options and Now Applicable in Extra High Wind Zones

The JH Clamp is a minimalist aluminium clamp system that fixes toughened glass panels to the front of decks and balconies. Juralco can now offer even more types and thickness of glass as well as confirm use for some in Extra High Wind Zones.

New Elate Accessories Range Complements Modern and Traditional Bathrooms

New Elate Accessories Range Complements Modern and Traditional Bathrooms

Contemporary accessories designed to complement your chosen Kohler tapware.

KOROK Delivers More Flexibility for Intertenancy Walls

KOROK Delivers More Flexibility for Intertenancy Walls

KOROK intertenancy systems are fully tested with back-to-back penetrations.

Get Summer Ready with ClearVue from PSP

Get Summer Ready with ClearVue from PSP

Transform outdoor spaces just in time for summer with ClearVue from PSP.

Sealing Modern Waterproofing Membrane Drainage Systems

Sealing Modern Waterproofing Membrane Drainage Systems

The wettest part of a roof, deck, balcony or podium needs the most protection. Now a tested steel clamp ring solution is available for all your membrane systems.

Introducing Evora II Rimless Toilet by Englefield

Introducing Evora II Rimless Toilet by Englefield

A back-to-wall toilet suite with soft curves, sleek and contemporary style, and an easy-clean rimless flushing system.

Take Designs to New Heights with HIMALAYA Floor and Wall Tiles

Take Designs to New Heights with HIMALAYA Floor and Wall Tiles

A unique collection of porcelain stoneware inspired by the saline granites of the Himalayan region.

Nobili Tapware Brings Italian Style to New Zealand

Nobili Tapware Brings Italian Style to New Zealand

Crafted by Italy's largest tapware manufacturer, each mixer in the Nobili collection delivers unsurpassed quality and Italian design.

Acoustics a Major Factor in Wellness Within Interiors

Acoustics a Major Factor in Wellness Within Interiors

Architectural interior projects are now tackling acoustics to ensure the environment is more peaceful and promotes wellness for its occupants.

Ultimate Guide to Handrail and Balustrade Compliance

Ultimate Guide to Handrail and Balustrade Compliance

Great design work can be at risk if you’re not compliant with standards. That’s where you can count on Moddex, supporting the finest architecture in Australasia since introducing pre-engineered railings over a decade ago.

BiForm Composite Decking Ideal for More Than Just Decks

BiForm Composite Decking Ideal for More Than Just Decks

BiForm Composite is a common sight when taking a walk along the Whitianga Waterway Pontoons.

Noise Control in High-Density Living, Schools and Commercial Buildings

Noise Control in High-Density Living, Schools and Commercial Buildings

Asona partners with global company Soprema, offering Tecsound noise control products to the NZ market.

Innovative Warm Roof Over Inverted Tray for Pāpāmoa Surf Rescue Base

Innovative Warm Roof Over Inverted Tray for Pāpāmoa Surf Rescue Base

Installing Ardex’s TPO membrane system over an inverted tray substrate ensured optimal thermal performance and reduced framing requirements, keeping overall build costs down.

A Stylish Solution to Contribute Towards IIC Requirements with LVT Planks from Jacobsen

A Stylish Solution to Contribute Towards IIC Requirements with LVT Planks from Jacobsen

Shaw Contract Community Luxury Vinyl Tiles (LVT) reduce sound transmission up to 22dB; over 40% of ICC requirement for intertenancy floors.

Specify High Speed Doors with Confidence: EFAFLEX is Now on Masterspec

Specify High Speed Doors with Confidence: EFAFLEX is Now on Masterspec

Save time by using EFAFLEX’s Masterspec work section to specify high speed doors for your next project.

Floor Coverings Designed for Intertenancy Floors

Floor Coverings Designed for Intertenancy Floors

While virtually any type of floor covering may be installed on an intertenancy floor, those that provide some kind of acoustic treatment provide the best solution.

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