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What’s Your H1/AS1 Insulation Solution for Low Pitch Roofs?

With housing roof R-values set to increase to R6.60 (H1/AS1) on 1 May 2023, how will you meet the challenge of insulating low pitch roofs? Small spaces simply can’t accommodate the bulk insulation and ventilation space required.

Achieve a Classic Corrugate Look Down to 3 Degrees with Roofing Industries

Roofing Industries brings the corrugate aesthetic to low pitch roof design with True Oak Corrugate suitable for roof pitches down to 4 degrees, and True Oak Deep for roof pitches as low as 3 degrees.

April 2023 feature

Low Pitch Roofing

Products that contribute to the design of elegant, functional and compliant low pitch and skillion roofs.

Dimond's Low Pitch Roofing Solutions Offer High Performance in Challenging Environments

All Dimond Roofing profiles are suitable for low pitch roofing, and range from a minimum pitch of 3° to 8° but the stars of the range are, LT7, Dimondek 400 and Dimondek 630.

High-Quality Full-Car and Open Lifts for Use with Low Pitch Roofing

High-Quality Full-Car and Open Lifts for Use with Low Pitch Roofing

With no machinery above the ceiling of the lift shaft, Powerglide Elevators are ideal for buildings with very little ceiling height, or where a skillion roof or flat roof is integral to the design of the building.

Plumbdek Brings New Life to an Old Bach

Plumbdek Brings New Life to an Old Bach

This 1950's Christchurch bach is ready for a new generation, reclad and reroofed with Plumbdek by Steel & Tube for a playful seaside retreat.

Designing Gutter Outlets in a Low Pitch Roof

Designing Gutter Outlets in a Low Pitch Roof

Low pitched roof design often requires internal gutters with drainage systems to quickly and efficiently remove rainwater. With a range of options on the market, its good to understand the subtle differences and best design practices.

Heritage Creates Bespoke Biophilic Carpet Design for an Invercargill Hotel

Working with Warren and Mahoney's design team, Heritage Carpets delivered stunning custom carpets for Langlands Hotel in Invercargill.

New Tile Collection Replicates the Beauty of Gods Terrazzo

A stunning new porcelain collection has arrived at the Tile Depot, based on the rare Ceppo di Gre stone, otherwise known as Gods Terrazzo.

Altherm Window Systems Used to Create a 'Floating Roof'

Surrounded by gum trees, Gary Todd designed an informal, low-maintenance home that championed sustainability and the area’s architectural heritage.

Design User-Friendly, Illuminated Bathroom Drawers with Terina Pro and AvanTech YOU

Robertson Bathware are proud to introduce AvanTech YOU systems to New Zealand bathrooms, starting with the 'Terina Pro' range.

Shape-Shifting and Mind-Bending Possibilities with Solid Acrylic

Durasein is a gamechanger for creating thermoformed shapes and creative feature surfaces.

Bespoke Carpet Design Created for Naumi Studio

Advance Flooring were pleased to supply this dynamic broadloom carpet for Naumi Studio in Wellington, created by their tretford Custom Rug supplier using six stunning colours. 

Lawrie Saegers on Collaboration, Technology and Productivity

Lawrie Saegers of Rawlinsons talks to us about how the industry has fared over the past few years and the challenges and opportunities we face as we look ahead. 

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27 March 2023

Storage Made Simple: How AMBIA-LINE Helps You Create Perfectly Organised Drawers

This elegantly designed inner dividing system is the key to specifying drawers that keep everything in its place.

The New Coating That’s Changed the Way Architects are Using TGV Wall Lining

The latest in wood treatment has transformed a cost-effective wall and ceiling lining into a product that architects and designers are specifying in high-end projects.

Dyson Delivers a Hygienic, Sustainable, and Fast Hand Drying Solution for Middlemore Hospital

Replacing paper towels in washrooms with Dyson Airblade V hand dryers meant faster drying times, reduced waste and time savings for cleaners.

Schlage Encode Smart Wi-Fi Deadbolt and Amazon Alexa

Schlage Encode Smart Wi-Fi Deadbolt and Amazon Alexa

A guide to helping your clients combine the superior security of the Schlage Encode lock with the great convenience of Amazon Alexa.

Southland Maple Beech: New Zealand’s Only FSC Certified Native Timber

Southland Maple Beech: New Zealand’s Only FSC Certified Native Timber

Southland Maple Beech, also known as Silver Beech in New Zealand, is Timberline’s interior feature timber of choice.

Draining Low Slope Roofs

Draining Low Slope Roofs

Although “positive slope to drain" is the recommended solution for roofs and decks, roof membrane assembly doesn't have to be always sloped especially with Protected Membrane Roofs (PMR).

Fit-For-Purpose Membrane Roof Systems from Viking Roofspec

Fit-For-Purpose Membrane Roof Systems from Viking Roofspec

Viking Roofspec has a solution to suit all low-slope roofing preferences and situations.

Low Pitch Roof Penetrations Meet 10-year Leakproof Guarantee

Low Pitch Roof Penetrations Meet 10-year Leakproof Guarantee

Hometech and Solatube both use the same BRANZ appraised proprietary flashings which have a 10-year leak proof guarantee.

Asona Acoustic Ceiling Insulation and Acoustics for Low Pitched Roofing

Asona Acoustic Ceiling Insulation and Acoustics for Low Pitched Roofing

How to meet new H1 roof insulation requirements, save money and maintain ideal room acoustics.

The Brazn Basin Range Brings a New Angle to Minimalism

The Brazn Basin Range Brings a New Angle to Minimalism

The new Brazn Basin Range by Kohler offers an unadorned yet refined look perfect for any bathroom.

Low Pitched Cold Roof Systems with DriSpace

Low Pitched Cold Roof Systems with DriSpace

The increase in insulation requirements brings challenges with it, especially in low pitched and skillion roof designs due to the restricted air movement in the roof cavity.

New Lockwood Cortex Digital Door Lock

New Lockwood Cortex Digital Door Lock

Lockwood brings new Cortex technology to New Zealand's digital door Lock market.

Consented Flooring for Wet Areas Includes Hybrid and Laminate Options

Consented Flooring for Wet Areas Includes Hybrid and Laminate Options

Woodland Lifestyle offers hybrid and laminate timber-look floors that can be installed to meet the requirements of NZBC E3/AS1 for wet areas.

APT: Your Trusted Supplier of 100% Silica-Free Materials for Interiors

APT: Your Trusted Supplier of 100% Silica-Free Materials for Interiors

APT only supplies products that are safe to specify, fabricate, install, and repair, including Corian Solid Surface and FENIX.

Meet New H1 Requirements with Ease with MAXSlab

Meet New H1 Requirements with Ease with MAXSlab

Having already achieved R-values from 2.6 to 5.6 in residential and light commercial projects across NZ, MAXSlab is a proven solution for floors on good ground at any perimeter ratio.

Making Surfaces Sustainable with Cosentino

Making Surfaces Sustainable with Cosentino

Cosentino’s commitment to sustainability and wellbeing is changing the face of the surface-design industry.

New Prolam PLX20 Glulam Beams Up to 40% Lighter Than Alternatives

New Prolam PLX20 Glulam Beams Up to 40% Lighter Than Alternatives

This innovative alternative to steel or flitch beams comprises pine radiata with steel inserts to provide increased strength and spanning capabilities.

SDWS16 Structural Screw Secures Your Roof Batten and Purlin

SDWS16 Structural Screw Secures Your Roof Batten and Purlin

The SDWS16 Framing Screw is the perfect choice when you require greater holding power and pullout resistance.

New Insulated Panel Warm Roof Guide Simplifies H1 Compliance

New Insulated Panel Warm Roof Guide Simplifies H1 Compliance

Metalcraft's new Warm Roof Guide has been developed to help you meet the new H1 Energy Efficiency standards — get your copy now.

Juralco Balustrade Gutter Brackets Offer Performance and Versatility on a Low Pitch Roof

Juralco Balustrade Gutter Brackets Offer Performance and Versatility on a Low Pitch Roof

Juralco's Edge gutter bracket enables a practical fixing solution for connecting a balustrade to a floating deck on a low pitch roof. 

Optimal Ventilation Solutions for Low Pitched Roofs

Optimal Ventilation Solutions for Low Pitched Roofs

An innovative roofing solution that delivers superior condensation absorption and enhanced ventilation, Dridex helps to create warmer, drier and healthier New Zealand homes.

Community Consultation Helps Guide Design Direction

Community Consultation Helps Guide Design Direction

Spectrum’s Face Hung Fin balustrade wraps around the elevated deck space of this new school. 

New Central Wellington Towers use APL Thermally Improved Window System

New Central Wellington Towers use APL Thermally Improved Window System

New Zealand's largest use of APL thermally broken Structural Glaze curtain wall so far, contributing towards a 6-Greenstar rating for both new Wellington towers.

Dulux BIM Solutions 2023 Has Landed!

Dulux BIM Solutions 2023 Has Landed!

Dulux BIM Solutions has been updated for 2023, giving architects and specifiers an expanded array of Dulux colours and product ranges that can be quickly and simply added to Autodesk Revit and GRAPHISOFT Archicad models.

Style and Functionality with ClearVue by PSP

Style and Functionality with ClearVue by PSP

ClearVue by PSP is a strong and lightweight roofing system that provides protection from sun, wind and snow; without compromising on style.

New Retract Roofs Feature Louvretec's Best Blade Designs Yet

New Retract Roofs Feature Louvretec's Best Blade Designs Yet

The 220/35 Slimline Retract and the 220/45 Super Retract are the latest additions to Louvretec's Retractable Roof range. 

What You Need To Know About Interlinking Handrail Heights

What You Need To Know About Interlinking Handrail Heights

Here are informative tips on what you need to consider when it comes to these rails.

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