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
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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.
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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.
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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.
