Point of difference

Peace of mind is essential when you are planning a new home project, especially when it comes to building materials. The David Reid show home incorporates many products that have been appraised by the Building Research Association of New Zealand (BRANZ), including Gib wall linings and Pink Batts insulation.

BRANZ is an independent organisation that evaluates products and systems in line with the specific requirements of the New Zealand Building Code. Russell Clarke, BRANZ Appraisal project manager, says most of the products appraised fall into areas where there may have been performance concerns in the past. These can include external cladding materials, waterproofing membranes and roofing.

"Products and systems are put through a very rigorous technical assessment, and existing appraisals are monitored annually," he says.

To view a BRANZ Appraisal, simply visit the BRANZ website and search by number (if known), product type or company name. The full appraisal is available for free download.

For details, contact BRANZ, Private Bag 50908, Porirua 5240, phone (04) 237 1170. Email: branz@branz.co.nz. Website: www.branz.co.nz.

Story by: Trendsideas