The BCA includes requirements for wet area walls and ceiling linings to protect the structural integrity of buildings. Gyprock offers a broad range of wet area systems to help specifiers and builders meet the BCA requirements with confidence.
BCA Requirements
Class 1 and 10 Buildings
For Class 1 and 10 buildings wet area requirements are covered in Part 3.8 of BCA Volume 2 which stipulates the areas which must be waterproofed and the areas where water resistant materials are to be used.
Class 2 to 9 Buildings
Waterproofing requirements for wet areas in other building classes including multi-residential and commercial buildings are covered in Part F1.7 of the BCA Volume 1.
Gyprock Wet Area Systems
Gyprock has developed a wide range of wet area plasterboard products and systems specifically suited for use in wet areas.
Class 1 Buildings
For Class 1 and 10 buildings Gyprock Aquachek™ 10mm is a moisture resistant board that is ideal as a wall and ceiling lining in bathrooms and laundries. It is an ideal substrate for waterproofing and as a liner board under wall tiles.
Class 2 to 9 Buildings
For Class 2 to 9 buildings including multi-residential and commercial buildings Gyprock offers a range of moisture resistant boards, many with additional properties to meet all likely applications including Strata Walls which also require fire and acoustic performance.
The moisture resistant range includes Aquachek 13mm™, Fyrchek™ MR, and EC08™ Complete.
These are supported by a range of supplementary products and accessories such as Gyprock Wet Area Base Coat and Wet Area Acrylic Sealant to ensure the performance of the system.
Other Considerations
Mould and Moisture
Mould is not only unsightly but can have adverse health effects particularly on those who suffer from asthma or allergies.
In response Gyprock has developed Gyprock EC08™ Complete and EC08™ Extreme moisture resistant plasterboard products with a gentle but powerful antifungal agent to resist mould growth.
EC08™ Complete and EC08™ Extreme are designed for use in wet areas such as change rooms, bathrooms and laundries in multi- residential and commercial buildings. Both products are ideal for use in homes of asthma and allergy sufferers, schools, hospitals and aged care facilities.