Is Marley Eternit cladding safe?

One of the best things about Marley Eternit cladding is the way it mimics the natural look of wooden cladding without any of the age-old issues associated with traditional timber. Immune to rot, rust, chemicals, insects, algae, and bacteria, fibre cement boards will not warp or crack either.

What is Marley Eternit cladding?

Marley Eternit’s range of cladding products are manufactured under quality management systems, which meet the requirements of ISO 9001 and environmental systems which comply with the internationally recognised ISO 14001 standard. • Cedral Weatherboard.

What is Marley board?

Cost-effective quality. The new Marley Weatherboard range is the ideal fibre cement cladding system for refreshing existing properties or adding significant visual appeal to new developments.

What is A2 grade cladding?

An A2 rated cladding panel has a higher combustibility and can sustain flame for no more than 20 seconds, it must achieve a threshold of maximum 3mj/kg heat of combustion.

What cladding is fire resistant?

Fibre cement cladding from James Hardie has a fire rating of A2, s1 d0, which is the highest possible fire rating for a coloured cladding board. This means that it is a non-combustible cladding and will not ignite when exposed to direct flame or extreme heat, nor will it contribute fuel to a fire.

How long does Cedral cladding last?

approximately 50 years
It has a long life expectancy When you opt for cedral, you will get a minimum life expectancy of approximately 50 years – if cared for and maintained properly. Cedral cladding is made from a combination of fibre-cement, water, and cellulose fibres, which are all durable materials- meaning it can stand the test of time!

Does Cedral cladding need ventilation?

The airflow behind Cedral facades enables the system to remove moisture. Impeding this process could lead to moisture problems within the system. This video explains why ventilation is so essential with Cedral cladding.

Can you use screws in weatherboard?

Both screws and nails can be used to secure external cladding boards.

How do you fit fibre-cement wall cladding?

Install onto the Joists and the Fibre Cement Wall Cladding Boards by screwing through the flat edge. Exterior Corner Trims are used on the corners of your build, fitted to the Joists and the Fibre Cement Wall Cladding Boards, and installed by screwing the Boards through the flat edges of the Trims.

What does class B s3 d2 mean?

B – s3 d2. Definition. Combustible materials: Limited contribution to fire. Construction Products.

Is B1 cladding safe?

A B1 rating means the engineer has decided the fire risk is low, and no remedial work is required. A B2 finding means there isn’t an adequate standard of fire safety and remedial work/interim measures are required.