Within this post we will look at what areas in the UK are more exposed to wind driven rain and what design features you should look at adopting for masonry walls and level threshold drainage based on each of these locations. Building Regulations Approved Document C,...
These new details are the first half of a two part set exploring slate roof details. The set explores traditional slate roof construction, looking at how different junctions are detailed using traditional lead, to complement these, we then demonstrate alternative...
Choosing the right window materials can be the key to any project. They are the most eye-catching element of a building, giving personality and identity to a home. Additionally to letting light in, insulating the inside from cold, heat, rain, wind and adverse weather,...
This month we have published the second half of our chimney and flue details. This technical set of details explores concentric flue systems for sealed built in gas appliances and concentric flue system chimneys with freestanding wood appliances. The details are shown...
The choice of cladding plays a crucial role in shaping the aesthetic appeal, functionality, and overall performance of a building. One increasingly popular cladding option is the use of brick slips. Brick slips, also known as brick veneers or brick tiles, are thin...
This month the team at Detail Library are excited to be able to share our latest set of details with you! This set of details is the second half of our brick slip details, featuring adhesive fix. There are a number of methods for attaching brick slip cladding to the...
This technical post looks at the importance of radon gas exposure and the key considerations for the design and detailing of radon and gas membranes. Scroll to the end to view our range of radon gas membrane construction details! [To Download a FREE PDF of this guide...
This month's set of new details is a member inspired selection of different requests we have had over recent months. We are continuing to receive more queries about wide cavities in masonry walls, so this set demonstrates 150mm cavity wall details, from foundation, to...
The Detail Library contains a wealth of construction details that can be adjusted and amended to suit individual projects, saving huge amounts of time. In this technical post, we look at a live project which is using the Detail Library to assist in the development of...
This month the team at Detail Library are excited to be able to share our latest set of details with you! This set of details explores brick slip details using mechanical fix. There are a number of methods for attaching brick slip cladding to the structure, most...
There are a number of reasons why it’s a great idea to include a well designed fireplace and chimney in the construction of new homes. Aside from providing heating and comfort, a fireplace can serve as a focal point to a room and add ambiance to the space. However,...
This month the team at Detail Library are excited to be able to share our latest set of details with you! This technical set of details explores masonry chimney details and flue liner systems for both a masonry and timber frame setting. There are many requirements...