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Mitigating risk is important when considering what components will be installed in your shower or wet room. A lot of home owners have experienced leaks in a tiled area and the associated repairs and removal of mouldy or rotten framing, carpet and the like. This is one of the reasons for the popularity of Allproof’s […]

When considering a shower area in a room, there are factors of the build that need to be considered. These considerations will affect the selection of the outlet, location of the channel drain and also if a shower tray under the tiles would be a prudent choice to guarantee the longevity of the install. The

Drainage systems designed and tailored to provide hygienic solutions for facilities that care for New Zealand’s most vulnerable.   According to Stats NZ, building consents issued in the preceding 12 months to May 2021 for hospitals and nursing homes increased in value by 44.5% to $711 million (an increase of $219M NZD). Educational facilities increased by

Recent updates to NZBC E3/AS1 (Amendment 7 Nov 2020-21) have refined various requirements for containment of water in the case of accidental overflow from a sanitary fixture. These requirements are applicable if the “accidental overflow could damage an adjoining household unit or other property” and the fixture does not have an integrated overflow with a

The primary objective of AS/NZS standards is to safeguard people from injury or illness, and property from damage. There are many elements which contribute towards this objective. Outlined are five key factors to consider when selecting the appropriate products for the job. Application Ensure you select the correct type of product for the job. Is

According to Stats NZ’s ‘Building Consents Jan 2021’ demand for townhouses, flats and units have increased by over 80% within the past two years. With increased demand for mid to high density housing and constraints on available land, designers and product suppliers have sought systems to maximise the usability of available space. Bathrooms are being

1. Compliance with NZ regulations The New Zealand Building Code (NZBC) ensures Kiwis have the highest standards of health, hygiene and safety in their properties, taking into account New Zealand’s unique weather and climate conditions and user requirements. For waste and drainage systems, the objective of NZBC Clauses E2 External Moisture and G13 Foul Water

A short guide to designing an external surface water drainage system that protects your dwelling from moisture while maintaining visual consistency and high performance. A typical residential project will likely require various surface water drainage systems installed at the property entrances and at the property boundary to protect the building from moisture and mitigate runoff

Modern building design places an emphasis on maximising useable space in smaller footprints, therefore design features such as open-concept bathrooms have become popular to extract maximum value from the space available. By removing a boxed in shower unit in exchange for a tiled shower, the space can become drastically more usable. There are certain aspects