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Under Australia’s National Construction Code (NCC), internal wall and ceiling assemblies are among the key areas of focus for passive fire protection strategies. Architects, designers and specifiers need to understand the complex web of requirements for fire hazard properties, non-combustibility and fire resistance levels to deliver safe and compliant buildings.

Engineered timber is coveted amongst architects and designers for a number of reasons for its durability, sustainability, and ease of installation, as well as a number of structural benefits that make it more suitable for a wide variety of applications than solid hardwood. The combination of these characteristics have seen engineered timber adopted widely as a flooring material in both residential and commercial applications. However, a new trend has emerged recently. In line with the growing de...

In recent years, the National Construction Code (NCC) has focused on implementing a stricter regime for fire safety in Australian building design. As a result, some restrictions were placed on the use of some timber materials for wall and ceiling applications, specifically timber veneer panels and plywood.