Good Practice Guide: Masonry veneer (2nd edition)
- Abbreviation
- BK170
- Version
- 2nd edition
- Valid from
- 1/02/2016
- Information provider
- BRANZ Limited
- Information type
- Good practice guide
- Format
- PDF, HARD COPY
Description
This guide provides good-practice solutions for masonry veneer design and construction along with wall ties, structural frame, foundations and cavity requirements.
Scope
Covers masonry veneer construction for residential construction in accordance with New Zealand Standards:
- NZS 4210:2001 Masonry construction: Materials and workmanship;
- NZS 4229:2013 Concrete masonry buildings not requiring specific engineering design;
- Acceptable Solution E2/AS1 to the New Zealand Building Code (NZBC) clause E2 External moisture; and
- Acceptable Solution E2/AS3 Concrete and concrete masonry buildings, which cites CCANZ CP 01:2014 Code of Practice for Weathertight Concrete and Concrete Masonry Construction.