Subfloor Clearance and Ventilation: Why the Space Under Your Floor Matters

Subfloor Clearance and Ventilation: Why the Space Under Your Floor Matters

Fil Engineers
Published on: 12/10/2026

A plain-language guide to NZ subfloor clearance and ventilation rules under NZS 3604, and why getting them right protects your floor.

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