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The following documents are arranged by topic area they include technical information and practical advice about a variety of issues and applications concerning timber.
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AS1684 Residential Timber Framed Construction Part 1 - Design Criteria |
$105.00 (postage: $9.00) |
| Standards Australia |
1999 |
| This package spells out the basis for the calculation of timber sizes and forces to be resisted by tie-down and bracing. Design Criteria as it is known, will provide a standard reference for engineers and product manufacturers to produce design solutions compatible with AS 1684. |
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AS1684 Residential Timber Framed Construction Part 2 - Non Cyclonic Areas |
$88.00 (postage: $9.00) |
| Standards Australia |
2006 (2nd Edition) |
| Note: Revised loose leaf version now available incorporating Amendments 1 - 4 This package covers design and construction details for non-cyclonic areas. Four design wind classifications are covered including N1, N2, N3 and N4 (previously 28,33,41 & 50 m/s). Span tables for all of these wind classifications and 15 selected timber stress grades have been prepared and will be provided on CD as part of the standard. Individual stress grade/wind classification supplements will also be available in printed form - at an extra cost. |
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AS1684 Residential Timber Framed Construction Part 3 - Cyclonic Areas |
$88.00 (postage: $9.00) |
| Standards Australia |
2007 (2nd Edition) |
| This package is similar to Part 2 except that it covers design and construction details for cyclonic areas. Wind classifications covered are C1, C2 and C3 (previously 41C, 50C and 60C). Span tables for all of these wind classifications and 15 selected timber stress grades have been prepared and will be provided on CD as part of the standard. Individual stress grade/wind classification supplements will also be available in printed form - at an extra cost. |
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AS1684 Residential Timber Framed Construction Part 4 - Simplified/Non-Cyclonic |
$74.00 (postage: $9.00) |
| Standards Australia |
2008 (2nd Edition) |
| Note: Revised loose leaf version now available incorporating Amendments 1 - 4 This package provides simpler design procedures to those contained in part 2 and 3, for N1/N2 wind classifications, while in some situations it will provide more conservative solutions than those derived from Part 2. The scope of Part 4, including house geometry and range of stress grades is also more limited. Span tables are printed within this part. |
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AS3959 Construction of Buildings in Bushfire Prone Areas |
$57.65 (postage: $7.00) |
| Standards Australia |
2000 |
| This standard provides a method to assess bushfire attack for sites deemed to be situated within a bushfire prone area and sets out measures to improve the performance of structures subjected to radiant heat and possible flame as well as burning debris. It also incorporates reference to AS 3660 (termite protection) where bushfire protection and termite protection is required. |
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Plywood in Concrete Formwork |
$14.00 (postage: $7.00) |
| Plywood Association of Australia |
1993 |
| This manual on the use of plywood as concrete formwork reflects the latest requirements, significantly in surface finish and development of concrete pressure specified in the revised formwork code AS3610-1990 Formwork for Concrete.
Additionally, design methods for the plywood formwork have been modified in accordance with the latest version of the timber engineering code AS1720.1-1989 Timber Structures Code.
This manual is not a stand alone document. It is meant to be read in conjunction with the standard AS3610-1990 Formwork for Concrete. |
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Good Timber Cladding Practice |
$40.00 (postage: $7.00) |
| BRANZ |
2003 |
| An excellent guide for builders, contractors and designers on how to avoid weather penetration problems which eventually cause product deterioration. The book also outlines new products and systems that will assist in producing trouble free results |
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The Story of Timber Production in Australia |
$15.00 (postage: $7.00) |
| C Nicholls |
1999 |
| An extremely well illustrated book for primary school students or their teachers. Part of a series of books on agriculture published by the Kondinin Group. |
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Timber: Production & Processing, parts A and B ($99.95 for single) |
$169.95 (postage: $7.00) |
| Double D Technical Productions |
2004 |
| Timber: Production & Processing, parts A and B This series on manufacturing processes comes as two DVD double-box sets. |
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A Very Practical Guide to Interior Decorating |
$22.00 (postage: $7.00) |
| Carol Staines |
2002 (2nd edition) |
| A guide to interior decorating for the home owner with clearly illustrated examples and advice on creating an interior to suit your needs. |
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Decks and Pergolas Construction Manual |
$22.00 (postage: $7.00) |
| Allan Staines |
2004 (4th edition) |
| A valuable book for any professional or DIY builder wanting to design or build a timber deck or pergola. The book provides advice on selection of the most suitable types of timber and the appropriate size to use. |
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Acceptable Standards of Domestic Construction |
$25.00 (postage: $7.00) |
| Acceptable Standards of Domestic Construction Committee |
1998 |
| A Handbook to be used as a reference or guide for builders, owners, financial providers, owner builders, students or any other person or institution wishing to determine what standard of quality is reasonable. This edition has been developed to describe standards of domestic construction acceptable to the Lending or other authorities. |
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The Australian House Building Manual |
$39.95 (postage: $8.50) |
| Allan Staines |
2001 (2nd edition) |
| A step by step guide to house building. Written for Builders, Apprentices, Owner Builders, Building Designers and Teachers. |
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The Australian Renovators Manual |
$27.50 (postage: $7.00) |
| Allan Staines |
2002 (2nd edition) |
| This book is specifically designed to deal with problems confronted when renovating or altering an existing dwelling. It also shows step-by-step how to accomplish popular renovation projects. It solves problems such as rising damp, floor and wall cracking, rot in members, small kitchens and bathrooms, leaking shower recesses, and termites. It also describes how to support the roof when making openings in walls. |
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The Owner Builder & Renovator Manual |
$33.00 (postage: $7.00) |
| Allan Staines |
2003 (2nd edition) |
| A step by step guide to building or extending your own home. The book covers all aspects of building including design, planning, managing, estimating and the practical aspects of home building. |
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The Roof Building Manual |
$29.00 (postage: $7.00) |
| Allan Staines |
2004 (2nd edition) |
| This publication explains in clear detail and step by step format, how to cut out and pitch a roof. A great text book for apprentices. |
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Architecture Bali |
$54.95 (postage: $8.50) |
| Philip Goad, Patrick Bingham-Hall |
2000 |
| A study of ten Balinese hotels with outstanding photography by Patrick Bingam-Hall. The author, Philip Goad is Senior Lecturer in Architecture at the University of Melbourne and provides explanations on the relationship between these modern buildings and the traditional grass roofed, timber pole framed structures of Bali. |
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Peter Stutchbury, Architect |
$54.95 (postage: $8.50) |
| Phillip Drew |
2000 |
| Peter Stutchbury and his team have won many awards for their design work. There are some classic Australian beach and bush homes beautifully photographed by Patrick Bingham-Hall. Many of the homes utilise timber in both classic and innovative ways. A great book for anyone interested in classic Australian design and construction. |
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Bootles Wood in Australia |
$89.95 (postage: $9.00) |
| K. R. Bootle |
2004 (2nd edition) |
| The bible of Australian and some imported timbers comprehensive descriptions of all species, their suitability for applications and other detailed information. 440 pages of essential reference material not found in other publications. |
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Selecting Timber |
$33.00 (postage: $7.00) |
| BRANZ |
2003 |
| This is not "a how to" book but rather a guide on key factors which influence timber selection for use in building in Australia and New Zealand. It lists building components in groups by end use and suggests species of timber which have the characteristics to satisfy those uses. |
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Timber in Australia in Colour |
$50.00 (postage: $7.00) |
| David C Clark |
2006 |
| The first full length, illustrated study of timbers that are available in Australia on DVD. |
