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Report BR 454 Multi-storey timber framed buildings: a design guide
Publication Year
2003
Document Status
Current
Abstract
Focuses on aspects specific to multi-storey buildings of platform frame type construction. Design and best practice guidance is provided on: Structural stability and robustness, Fire safety, Differential movement, Construction benchmarking, and Construction process and building tolerances. Should be of interest to all building professionals responsible for the design and construction of multi-storey timber frame buildings. Building control, local authorities and insurance companies will also benefit from the normative guidance provided for timber frame buildings.
Document History
Can be read in conjunction with TRADA publication - Timber Frame Construction.
Author
Grantham, R. and Enjily, V.
ISBN
9781860816055
Publisher Information
BRE
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