Plumbing

Provides an in-depth overview of how to waterproof domestic internal wet areas such as bathrooms, laundries and powder rooms. It also gives advice on how to select the correct membrane, acoustics, preparing for waterproofing installation, priming, as well as bath and shower installation. There is also basic tool and equipment advice, checklists and quoting sheets.

This guide provides a safeguard against damage caused by surface water, external moisture, efflorescence and updated cavity flashing details – these are just some of the problems explained. It also covers door and window openings, perimeter termination, drainage connections, substrates, membranes, balustrades and skylights. This guide also provides a one-stop shop for checklists, inspection and quoting sheets.

Offers an in-depth summary of how to prevent water damage to adjoining structures when installing a planter box. It also advises on how to drain water to the primary drainage system – whilst offering a wealth of advice on the selection of planter boxes. Includes easy to follow compatibility charts, quality detailed diagrams and explanatory notes written by current industry professionals.

The guide provides an in-depth study for all those who are involved in the planning, supervision and execution of building work. Ranging from masonry walls, cavity walls, brick veneer, timber framed, precast and parapet walls, to door and window openings, chimney vents and skylights – this guide is every builder’s must read book for best practice.