The façade is one of the most recognisable elements of a building and it plays a critical role as the first line of defence against environmental factors that could affect the structure ..read more

Sustainability in the construction industry involves more than just energy efficiency, emissions reduction, recycling and waste management. This is because sustainability is not only about the environmental impact of business activities and decisions, but involves a social aspect (people and society) as well ..read more

In 2022 members of the Siniat technical team traveled to the United States to test the Siniat range of seismic ceiling designs on a sophisticated shake table at the Pacific Earthquake Engineering Research Centre (PEER). What is a shake table and why is it still the most effective way to test for seismic compliance ..read more

The seismic design of buildings primarily focuses on protecting occupants in the event of an earthquake, but it also has a few important sustainable benefits.  ..read more

Up to 90% of bathroom complaints relate to waterproofing and leakages. Shower areas are notorious for causing problems, and they require special attention to prevent water and moisture from oozing through the barriers to underlying concrete and metal frames, resulting in costly structural damage and disruptive repairs. Let’s have a look at what’s changed in the NCC 2022* requirements for waterproofing showers. *The NCC 2022 was adopted by the states and territories on 1 May 2023 ..read more

According to the National Construction Code, building materials used as internal linings need to comply with set fire hazard properties ..read more

Nobody likes living with ghosts, but they are not so bad when they are invisible. In terms of built structures ghosting refers to those dark and often unexplainable streaks and patches on walls, ceilings and carpets. This phenomenon, also known as thermal tracking or bridging, can be unsightly and a cause of concerns for the inhabitants ..read more

The 'Siniat Guide to Indoor Mould' is back! In this whitepaper we take an in-depth look at indoor mould. What causes it? What can be done about it? When is the situation serious enough to warrant replacement of plasterboard and other materials ..read more

Professional plasterers agree that joint tape is an important component of a full plasterboard setting system. The tape strengthens and reinforces joints and helps to prevent cracking along the joint lines ..read more

The installation of plasterboard seems like a simple and straightforward process but as always, the devil is in the detail. It’s important to choose the right fasteners for the job to ensure the long-term success of the system ..read more