Allowing for movement - Build 123(2011)
- Abbreviation
- Allowing for movement
- Valid from
- 1/04/2011
- Information provider
- BRANZ Limited
- Information type
- BUILD article
- Format
- Website, PDF
Description
Almost all building materials move of their own accord. This needs to be allowed for during design and construction or this movement can create problems with the durability of materials and, potentially, the building's weathertightness.