Sun safety: on-site essentials
The health risks associated with the harsh Australian sun are a constant focus of public health campaigns and news headlines. A depleting ozone layer and consistently high UV index underscore the sun’s
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Timber floor adhesives: Polyurethane vs FloorBond XMS
For a great looking timber floor installation that is both safe and easy to install, selecting the right tools and materials makes a difference. When it comes to timber flooring
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How to build healthier, more comfortable and energy efficient homes
Australia has one of the harshest climates in the world. This means selecting the right wall wrap, roof sarking, insulation and ventilation directly impacts the comfort and durability of the
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Dahlsens: celebrating 140 years
When you meet a Dahlsen, you’ll pretty quickly discover that they love a good yarn, as long as it’s not about themselves. But truth be known, the Dahlsens story is a
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Energy efficient construction: how to prevent condensation
The drive for energy efficient buildings has resulted in higher levels of insulation in the roof space and walls, as well as reduced air leakage due to modern, energy-conscious building
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Contemporary beach side design: how to get it right
A pair of townhouses in the picturesque coastal destination of Safety Beach, on the Mornington Peninsula, showcase a contemporary, beachy design that’s built to last. Completed in 2015 by new
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Fire safety: how to select the right fire separating walls
Fire separating walls are proven to improve the overall fire safety of a building and are now a requirement for Australian construction projects. The required level of fire resistance for
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Eight ways cassette flooring can improve your build
What is cassette flooring? Cassette flooring systems can provide a cost effective way to swiftly construct a complete working platform in as little as a few hours. With their innovative
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Supplier spotlight: globally recognised provider of door opening solutions, ASSA ABLOY
Dahlsens is proud to work in close partnership with global success story ASSA ABLOY, a leading provider of door opening solutions. Who are ASSA ABLOY? ASSA ABLOY is the largest
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Why composite construction is a growing market
Over the last decade, the Australian construction industry has seen the rapid adoption of mixed material designs used on small lots and multi-residential developments, also known as composite construction. The
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Environmentally friendly decking: what solutions can work for your project
In recent years, merbau has virtually become the byword for decking. But it needs a break, and there’s a multitude of reasons why. Much of the merbau on the market
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Dare Builders: decades of success
A carpenter since 1996, Rohan Dare has run his own building business for 10 years. As a builder, Rohan enjoys the ability to control all elements, from the very first
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