Is Glasroc F waterproof?
Glasroc MultiBoard has an exceptionally smooth, water repellent plaster surface. It offers good impact resistance without being prone to cracking or shattering. Glasroc F MultiBoard can be used in both wall and partition linings where impact resistance is of prime concern.
Can you plaster over Glasroc?
The smooth face of Glasroc F MULTIBOARD can be plastered with either Thistle Board Finish, Thistle Multi-Finish or Thistle Durafinish. There should be a minimum of delay between completion of the lining and the commencement of plastering.
Who makes Glasroc?
British Gypsum’s
British Gypsum’s new high performance Glasroc X external sheathing board provides weather protection for most external façade systems used in steel frame construction.
What is Glasroc F Firecase?
Glasroc F FIRECASE is a high performance, Class A1 and Class 0, non-combustible glass reinforced gypsum board, used predominately as part of the FIRECASE frameless structural steel encasement system, giving up to 120 minutes fire protection.
Can you paint GlasRoc Multiboard?
The smooth and durable surface of Glasroc F multiboard is so good you may want to forget decorating. Or alternatively, if you prefer, it can be jointed and then either painted or papered.
Is GlasRoc fire proof?
GlasRoc Sheathing boards are approved substrates by the major EIFS manufactur- ers, one-coat and conventional stucco sys- tems, traditional cladding systems, exterior ceilings, soffit systems and exterior curved applications. GlasRoc Sheathing Type X can be used in fire resistance rated exterior assemblies.
Can GlasRoc be used externally?
Glasroc® X is an ideal substrate for ETICS (External Thermal Insulation Systems) or Direct Render application (also known as Direct Apply Systems). This high performance board can be used for areas requiring high protection against water penetration and it has been designed for external and internal applications.
Can you paint GlasRoc?
What is GlasRoc used for?
GlasRoc® Sheathing is engineered for use in curved exterior gypsum board applications. There is no need to score or moisten the board to bend it. To prevent flat areas in the curved surface, framing should be positioned at a maximum spacing of 6″ (152 mm).
Is Glasroc fireproof?
This non-combustible A1 fire rated board provides up to 180 minutes’ fire protection for safe building evacuation. It’s glass-reinforced to resist impact, and also tolerates moisture, meaning you can install boards in semi-exposed areas to cut installation time and costs.
Is Glasroc fire resistant?
Glasroc F is predominately used as part of the FireCase frameless structural steel encasement system, giving up to 120 minutes fire protection and also used in the GypLyner ENCASE system, achieving up to 180 minutes fire protection.
Can you skim on GlasRoc board?
The smooth face of Glasroc F MULTIBOARD can be plastered with either Gyproc Skimcoat, Skimcoat Short Set, Carlite Finish or Carlite Ultra.
Why choose glasroc F Multiboard?
Get better all-round performance. Glasroc F MultiBoard 12.5mm is a glass-reinforced plasterboard that gives you better fire safety, impact protection, and moisture resistance. The board offers all-round performance, and is rated as Euroclass A1 ‘non-combustible’ for fire safety in steel encasements and specialist lining systems.
What is the fire rating of glasroc board?
Surface Spread of Flame: Class 1. Fire Rating (Reaction to Fire): A1(Non-combustible) Glasroc F MultiBoard is a highly versatile, Class 0, non-combustible glass reinforced gypsum board manufactured by a unique continuous process, developed and patented by British Gypsum.
What is the lead time for glasroc Multiboard plastering?
The smooth face of Glasroc Multiboard can be plastered with Thistle Board Finish, Thistle Multi-Finish or Thistle Durafinish. There should be the minimum of delay between completion of the lining and the commencement of plastering. Lead time of 1-2 Working Days.
What is F Multiboard made of?
Glasroc F multiboard consists of gypsum incorporating a tissue of glass fibre immediately below the surface of the board. The core is reinforced with glass fibre rovings. Suitable for constructing all forms of partition and ceilings, including curved applications, giving high levels of fire and impact protection.