External timber framed plasterboard walls protect the inside from weather, noise and, when applicable, fire. They must also comply with local energy efficiency provisions.

Fire rated systems in this section are designed to satisfy BCA fire rating requirements for walls built close to a property boundary. These walls are usually required to be fire rated from the outside only.

MultiShield forms part of the outer wall and is covered by
a moisture barrier and external cladding which provide the weather protection.

This section contains systems, installation instructions and construction details for fire rated and non-fire rated external timber framed walls.