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REPORT: comparing the carbon footprint of different timbers

Want to make a climate difference? Start using materials that store, rather than emit carbon during their manufacture.

Almost all solid timbers are carbon negative. However, the way they are manufactured has a massive impact on their respective carbon footprint – that is to say, some have a lower footprint than others. Modified woods are becoming an increasingly popular alternative to old growth traditional timbers, but they too can have vastly different carbon footprints. Abodo asked world renowned timber expert Callum Hill to investigate the relative carbon footprint of a selection of natural and modified woods. Callum researched a number of Environmental Product Declarations and prepared a report comparing the different manufacturing footprints among different woods.

Download the report at www.abodo.co.nz/ download-report or for more information please get in touch with Abodo directly www.abodo.co.nz/contact

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NZCB Welcomes NEW technology and software helpline for members

Call Anna Brooks at FREE UP for advice on getting the best tech for your business or for help and training to get more out of a system you’re already using. Being an independent expert in 10 of the most popular apps for builders, FREE UP can help you: • Select the right app to benefit your business most • Set up it up and personalise it to your business, including integration with Xero and MYOB • Train your team to use it as part of your business processes • Show you how the app can increase overall efficiency and profitability • Show you tech on-the-go keeps you on top of things, helping you take back control of your business FREE UP works with the following apps: Tradify, Fergus, NextMinute, ServiceM8, Buildxact, Builda Price, Rave Build, CoConstruct, Buildertrend and Simpro. The helpline is available for up to 15 minutes of free advice.

Build with complete peace of mind

For more information about Free Up go to www.freeup.kiwi or to get in touch with Anna, call 021 0839 6910

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Assurance guaranteed for your peace of mind

These key components are considered essential for NZCB’s flagship guarantee product:

• Halo has been developed to provide confidence and protection to homeowners. • Competitive premiums. • If something does go wrong after the completion of your build then, provided the terms and conditions are met, your guarantee will cover it and we will step in to help you fix any agreed problems or pay you a cash settlement to enable you to do so. • It adds value to your property. • It’s fully transferable if you decide to sell. • It helps finance your build, as many banks prefer that a guarantee be present. • It costs less than 1% of the total build cost to protect your biggest investment. • Simple and flexible administration.

Only an NZCB Builder can offer you the

Halo 10-Year Residential Guarantee.

Build with complete peace of mind. Another good reason to build with an approved member of New Zealand Certified Builders

Only an NZCB member can provide HALO 10-YEAR RESIDENTIAL GUARANTEE.

TO FIND AN NZCB MEMBER CALL 0800 CERTIFIED

(0800 237 843)

OR VISIT OUR WEBSITE nzcb.nz

CONTACT HALO 0800 141 490

MORE INFORMATION www.halo.nz

Halo Guarantees Limited PO Box 13415 Tauranga Central Tauranga 3141 When you choose an approved NZCB builder you’ll qualify to apply for Halo – our comprehensive 10-Year Residential Guarantee. This unique cover is a safety net for your building project that’s only available when you work with a highly qualified NZCB approved builder. Assurance Guaranteed Your home is in good hands.

How does it work?

The application for your HALO 10-YEAR RESIDENTIAL GUARANTEE will be made by your NZCB builder at the time you complete your building contract. You will receive confirmation of your application acceptance shortly after the building contract is signed.

Are there different types of guarantee?

No. The application process is made easy because the one guarantee policy has been specifically designed to cover any type of work being undertaken, be it under a New Home Full Building contract, a Renovations Contract for your home, or if you are entering a Labour Only contract with your NZCB builder.

NZCB and Halo Guarantee brochures

Guarantee benefits

HALO 10-YEAR RESIDENTIAL GUARANTEE also provides cover to property owners for:

• Sub contractors and suppliers:

Where the NZCB member is the head contractor, defects arising from Materials and Work Supplied by sub contractors and suppliers are covered.

• Other damage:

The cost to repair other damage to the house caused by the Defect, as per the Guarantee terms and conditions.

• Alternative accommodation expenses:

Up to 26 weeks alternative accommodation expenses while the house is being repaired.

• Professional fees:

Surveyors, engineers, legal and other fees necessarily incurred to rectify the agreed Defect.

• Guarantee transfer:

Automatic transfer to any subsequent owners of the house, giving them protection also.

• Simple application

Simply sign the application your NZCB member has completed. No other documentation is needed.

Please ask your NZCB Builder for the Halo 10-Year Residential Guarantee Homeowner Handbook for full details of the guarantee coverage, exclusions and additional benefits.

Marketing material in the form of two brochures is available for NZCB members to use. This material is ideal to give to the homeowner at your first meeting or alternatively when you present your quote or contract. The two brochures available to use are: • The NZCB Build with real peace of mind brochure which informs the homeowner about what it means to choose an approved member of NZCB; and • The Halo 10-Year Residential Guarantee brochure which informs the homeowner all about the Halo Guarantee.

Both brochures can be ordered for FREE from the Shop on the NZCB members’ only Toolshed.

James Hardie 40mm Structural Cavity Batten

NEW PRODUCT The new structural cavity batten allows the installation of these popular vertical claddings when nogs/dwangs are not present, which is increasing common in modular construction systems. It also simplifies the installation of James Hardie vertical cladding on steel frame by allowing the batten to be screwed to the studs and the cladding to be installed conventionally. We believe this accessory will simplify construction and improve installation speed and efficiency in these applications. Other features and benefits include: • 15-year product warranty • H3.1 treated • 3000mm in length • Specifically designed to be used for vertical installation of Stria

Cladding and Linea Oblique

Weatherboard • Designed to meet E2/AS1

Please note, this batten does not replace 305862 – JH Horizontal Cavity Batten 2700mm which is suitable for the vertical installation of Stria Cladding and Linea Oblique Weatherboard when nogs/dwangs are available. For more information visit www.jameshardie.co.nz

Build with real peace of mind.

What it means to choose an approved member of New Zealand Certified Builders nzcb.nz

JSC cedar-toned plywood cladding

High grade cedar-tone hardwood plywood that has a textured, visual grain face, gives your build project a stunning cedar look finish. The band sawn texture face gives a depth of rich colour across the face. The benefits of hardwood cedar tone plywood are the reduction in coating maintenance and the ability to stain in a darker colour range than standard pine plywood.

NEW PRODUCT Key Features: • Exterior Cladding (suitable for cedar batten finish). • Interior lining and ceilings. • 12mm thick Okoume (Gaboon) band sawn faced to offer a natural open timber grain appearance with a close resemblance to

Western Red Cedar. • It allows the plywood sheets to take a full range of coatings. • Untreated – Oregon Heartwood

Core. • No Added Urea Formaldehyde (NZUF). • CARB compliant. • Can also be used for interior applications due to its numerous environmental credentials. • JSC Cedar Tone Plywood is manufactured in USA. It holds third party certification to “APA-

QMS” standards. • Pass TM Appraisal in New Zealand. • It can be combined with battens on sheet sizes up to 3m. Sizes: • 2440 mm x 1219 mm x 12 mm • 3050 mm x 1219 mm x 12 mm (limited stock)

New 76cm, 17 function, self-cleaning oven

New from the Fisher and Paykel minimal series, check out this amazing oven, 76cm, 17 function and self-cleaning. Winner of the product design category Red Dot Design Awards 2020. With a large capacity and beautiful contemporary styling, this built-in oven will complement your kitchen design perfectly. It has touchscreen interface that provides an intuitive guided cooking experience to deliver perfect results, whether you’ve been cooking all your life or just starting out. Benefits include: • Touchscreen guided cooking capability offers helpful tips for different food types as well as full recipes • 115L total capacity with 17 oven functions including Roast, Pastry

Bake, Slow Cook and Rapid Proof • Pyrolytic self-cleaning function breaks down food residue for an easy clean • Non-tip, full-extension shelves for safe removal of hot dishes Code : OB76SDPTDB1

For more information visit www.jsctimber.co.nz

For the NZCB special members price please contact Georgia on georgia@nzcb.nz