To ensure durability of your weather-exposed structures, there a few simple rules to follow:
Use H4 treated timber for below ground, and H3 treated timber for above ground.
Finish the timber with top or end caps
Paint or coat the timber
Round the sharp edges of the timber
Protect the timber from moisture or direct sun where possible
Use drip edges to provide free moisture flow…
An issue that surfaces occasionally is cupping in decking boards. This is caused by insufficient ventilation under the boards, which means they remain moist for too long. A builder/landscaper can do a lot to prevent this:
Always place the grooved side of decking boards down. The grooves are there for ventilation and moisture drainage, not to add grip.
Allow at least 300mm gap between t…
Below is an extract from the Timber Preservers Association of Australia.
It lists some FAQs re safety and precautions when handling treated timber.
FAQ’S
Terms and notes
APVMA – Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority
CCA: – Copper, chrome and arsenic (Note – The vast majority of O’Sheas H4 timber is treated with CCA only)
ACQ – Alkaline copper quaternary (Not…
As timber frame suppliers in Melbourne, we have heard a lot of questions about timber over the years. Chances are that if you’re a builder or contractor, you have too. The end customer is always going to question about the products and materials used and it’s a good idea to be able to provide the information needed. In this article, we’ll discuss a few of the most common queries or…
The advantages of using timber frames in building and construction have been well rehearsed on this very blog. Timber comes from a clean, renewable source, it is not expensive, easy to transport, malleable; the list goes on. But one reason that timber is not ideal to every type of structure is that it does present some design challenges. While it certainly can be used to create gorgeous buildings…
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With the many rules and regulations here in Australia, maintaining a safe worksite is a legal requirement. You’ve likely got strict protocols in the way work is conducted to ensure that safety is the number one priority at all times. But there are a few aspects of worksite safety that can be overlooked and forgotten.
We’ve compiled a few tips to ensure your workers as well as…
There’s nothing quite like having your own deck. Particularly in the summer months, it’s great to be able to sit out on your deck on the weekends and cook up a barbeque or just enjoy time with the family. It has become a popular project for a lot of Aussies out there to build their own deck, and while it’s certainly something you can get done right if you put your mind to it, there is…
Weatherboard Cladding makes a very stylish, atheistically pleasing addition to the exterior of your home. However, weatherboard cladding also has practical purposes too. If used correctly, it can contribute to insulation and also acts as a protection to exposed walls. Regardless of its purposes, it’s important to keep it well maintained and in good health, as it goes with most aspects of your…
There are a lot of factors that go into decorating your home’s interior and giving it a comfortable, homely atmosphere. Without any doubt, the colour scheme that you use in a room plays a large role in creating some coherence, which is why it’s so important to select appropriate paint colours that work well together. Matching these colours up with other elements of a room is also an important…
