Wood Information Sheet 1-36 Timber joist and deck floors - avoiding movement
Publication Year
1995
Document Status
Withdrawn
Abstract
Timber floors are easy to install, light in weight and have the advantage of utilising a material which is environmentally friendly, both in terms of a renewable resource and using little energy in its production or use. This WI Sheet gives guidance specifically intended to minimise problems of movement and noise in timber floors in masonry or timber frame buildings. The guidance relates principally to dwellings although much is applicable to floors in other building types, e.g. timber compartment floors in flats.
Document History
Updated December 2012. 1995 edition.
Publisher Information
BM TRADA
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