BU516 Moisture management in masonry veneer
- Abbreviation
- BU516(2009)
- Valid from
- 1/10/2009
- Information provider
- BRANZ Limited,
- Information type
- BRANZ Bulletin,
- Format
- PDF,
Description
This bulletin outlines the requirements for the construction of cavities behind masonry veneer (within the scope of E2/AS1) to provide drainage and drying.
Scope
The bulletin covers:
- cavity design
- bottom venting and drainage
- detailing at veneer base
- top venting
- windows and doors
- pipe penetrations
- finished floor levels.