Research from the University of British Columbia found that simply being surrounded by wood lowers sympathetic nervous system activity — your body's fight-or-flight response — even when you're not consciously aware of it.

Every rigid air barrier on the market ships in standard sheet lengths, except one. 

Compliance is not a document, it is a process of verification. The real question our industry should be asking is: Does the available evidence prove that the product being installed is suitable for the project conditions in which it will be used?

Lustacryl Kitchen & Bathroom provides a durable enamel-like finish with the added assurance of anti-bacterial silver protection and MoulDefender — all in a waterborne formula. 

Designing compliant stairways requires more than selecting a balustrade or handrail. This guide outlines key New Zealand Building Code requirements for stairway barriers, handrails, accessibility, and child safety.

To support industry adoption, MiTek has developed a practical Design Navigator guide that outlines the correct input parameters for specifying Posi-Strut Rafter Trusses and explains how designers can maximise thermal performance when non-rigid ceiling insulation is incorporated.

Outdoor living has become an extension of the modern home, with alfresco kitchens, BBQ areas and entertaining spaces now designed with the same level of detail, functionality and finish as interior spaces.

Louvretec's 220/45 Alpine Louvre Blade has taken home the Product Innovation Award at the 2026 WSAA Awards, and here’s why it stood out.

While insulation R-values attract much of the attention, reducing thermal bridges through smarter framing and cavity batten selection can significantly improve whole-wall thermal performance.

The Cemintel Rigid Air Barrier can be used independently, or to complement CSR’s complete solutions package for the building envelope achieving E2 and H1 requirements under a single supplier warranty — CSR New Zealand.

Unlike traditional wall build-ups that require multiple products to achieve compliance requirements, KOROK offers a consolidated approach that can reduce installation complexity and improve overall project efficiency.

IBS RigidRAP is a CodeMark-certified rigid air barrier and bracing system designed that offers temporary weather protection for up to 90 days.

Bremworth's updated Galet palette pairs grounding neutrals with richer, more expressive hues, making it easy to layer personality into a space without overwhelming it. Inspired by nature, these tones include soft greens, warm browns, and gentle caramel shades, colours designed to feel both calming and quietly uplifting.