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The Structural Timber Products Guide is a technical manual intended to assist the specifying process. It includes a wide variety of information on a broad number of timber structural products including common sizes, lengths and applications.

The guide covers sawn timber, engineered timber and panel products as well as including other useful information on ordering, timber related standards and natural durability ratings.

This FREE resource is a must-have for anyone involved in the specifying process including builders, students and DIY enthusiasts.

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Available for a limited time direct from Wood Products Victoria, this package consists of the Timber Service Life Design Guide and TimberLife software.

Following a 10-year multi-million dollar 'world first' research project, the Timber Service Life Design Guide addresses the predicted service life of timber construction subjected to: in-ground decay, above-ground decay, weathering, termites and/or marine borers and corrosion.

The TimberLife service-life prediction software is intended as an educational tool. It provides detailed estimates of service-life performance for an extensive range of hazards – both internal and external.

The order form for the guide and software package is in PDF format (see adjacent) for easy printing and faxing on or emailing. Payment is by cheque or money order only.

The Pocket Span Table Book is designed as an easy-to-use supplement to AS1684.2 Residential timber-framed construction.

Updated and expanded, the 2007 edition of this popular publication is a must-have for students. The 330 page Pocket Span Table Book continues to be presented in an easy to carry pocket sized (A5), durable and spiral bound format. It now includes:

Covers the full gamut of timber framing design requirements and construction details for the four non-cyclonic wind classifications: N1, N2, N3 & N4.

Span tables for 15 timber stress grades are provided on CD.

For easy specification 'Part 4 Simplified Non-cyclonic (N1/N2)' has been derived from AS1684.2 and provides simplified design procedures for timber span solutions, bracing and tie-down.

Printed span tables for 10 selected timber stress grades are included in this manual.

A unique reference guide to the design and construction of timber stairs, balustrades and handrails in external and internal domestic applications for both open stairs (no risers) and closed stairs (with risers). The guide provides recommendations on timber species selection, member sizing, durability and finishing.

Design information is in a clear, easy-to-read format with span tables and includes Building Code of Australia requirements, connection details, stair construction procedures as well as recommended timber finishes.

An illustrated guide dealing with the design and construction of timber carports and pergolas. It enables the effective utilisation of commonly available timber species considering both structural performance and durability requirements.

The Carports & Pergolas manual contains information for flat or skillion roofs as well as pitched roof structures with open or supporting sheet roof only.

An illustrated guide to the design and construction of timber decks for domestic applications. Information on commonly available framing and decking timbers is in a clear, easy to read format with colour-coded span tables.

Additional detailed information such as footing requirements, stumps, stairs and handrails, fasteners and recommended timber finishes is also provided.