Publications
Publications available from TDA
Code of practice TDA/RD 08/01 - £15.00
Raised timber decks for new homes - desired service life 60 years to meet the quality and performance requirements of NHBC Standards.
FREE to NHBC registered builders, architects and designers.
To obtain a copy click here.
Timber decking - a builders guide
A 6 page brochure outlining the key principles of deck design and installation the TDA way.
To obtain a FREE copy click here.
Professional Designers Manual - £34.00
The Timber Decking Manual. Guidance for architects and designers on the specification
of decks for both domestic and commercial situations including extensive appendix
of timber strength grades and span tables. It costs £34.00 including postage in the
UK. £37.00 for delivery to Europe and Southern Ireland. All other destinations price on request.
To order a copy click here.
Deck Parapet Design and Construction - £5.00
Where parapets act as safety barriers they should meet the requirements of building
regulations. This technical bulletin is a supplement to the TDA Manual and provides
detailed design guidance and specifications.
To order a copy click here.
Statutory Requirements -TDA Technical Bulletin TB02
A summary of planning and building regulations requirements.
To download a free copy click here.
Printed copy by post - £1.00
Metal Fixings - TDA Technical Bulletin TB08
Guidance on selecting and using metal fixings and
connectors.
To download a free copy click here.
Printed copy by post - £3.00

