Update to Robust Details Handbook

A revised version is now available from robustdetails.com.

This update includes a new Robust Detail together with clarification of constructions on continuous raft foundation.

Changes in this edition:

  • A new robustdetails® cavity separating wall type E-WM-33 which uses lightweight aggregate blocks (1350-1600kg/m3) and 8kg/m2 gypsum based board. The minimum 100mm cavity is filled with Superglass Superwhite 34 blown fibre insulation.
  • Although Table 6a in the introduction indicated which of the cavity masonry Robust Details could be constructed off a continuous raft foundation, feedback received had suggested that this was not clear when looking at the Robust Detail itself. So in response to this, a highlighted notes box has been added to the ground floor junction of all the applicable wall types, noting that guidance in Appendix A2 must be followed. 

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