You can look at AS1100.101–1992 (Table 1.1) for a comprehensive list of abbreviations, but some of the common ones are detailed for you in the table below.

Abbreviation Meaning Abbreviation Meaning
AL Aluminium (L)B (Lavatory) Basin
B/I Built-in MS Mild steel
BIR Built-in robes O Oven
BTH Bath PBD Plasterboard
BWK Brickwork (P)GI (Plain) Galvanised iron
CL Ceiling level R Refrigerator
CLG Ceiling REIN Reinforced
CONC Concrete RHS Rolled hollow section
CORR Corrugated RL Reduced level
CP Chrome-plated RR Robe recess
CPD Cupboard SHR Shower
DH Double-hung SP Standpipe
DPC Damp-proof course SSS Stainless steel sink
EJ Expansion joint TR Trough
FB Facebrick TV Television
FE Fire extinguisher U/G Underground
(F)FL (Finished) Floor level U/S Underside
FH Fire hydrant URL Urinal
FW Floor waste V(B) Vanity (Bar)
GL Ground level WC Water closet
GPO General purpose outlet WIR Walk-in robe
GRANO Granolithic WT Wash trough
HP Hotplate WO Wall oven
HTR Heater WPM Waterproof membrane
HWS Hot water system WM Washing machine