Can I use NBS Chorus for timber specifications?

Yes, NBS Chorus provides pre-written timber specification clauses aligned with UK and European standards. The relevant sections are typically found under work sections L20 (Timber framing), Z12 (Timber products), and Z22 (Preservative treatments).

Yes, NBS Chorus provides pre-written timber specification clauses aligned with UK and European standards. The relevant sections are typically found under work sections L20 (Timber framing), Z12 (Timber products), and Z22 (Preservative treatments). However, NBS clauses should be reviewed and customised for each project — default clauses may not cover project-specific requirements such as acoustic performance, fire treatment, or enhanced durability specifications.

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