Siniat watershield - Wet Area Plasterboard

Knauf Watershield Plasterboard

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Siniat watershield – Wet Area Plasterboard

Description

Siniat watershield is a wet area plasterboard made from a core of gypsum sandwiched and lined with recycled blue paper. watershield is commonly used as a water-resistant wall and ceiling plasterboard lining and as a substrate for tiles in internal wet areas such as bathrooms, showers, toilets and laundries.

watershield may also be used as the wall lining for indoor swimming pools provided a waterproof membrane is applied over the wall.

Siniat watershield plasterboard has been independently certified by Global GreenTag to GreenRate Level A, recognised by the GBCA for Materials and VOC credits and by the NZGBC.

Benefits

Protects framing members against water damage
Non-hazardous lining solution with easy to paint, smooth finish
Easier to install and repair compared with alternative water resistant lining materials
Lower risk of cracking and fewer control joints required compared with alternatives
Certified for use in Green Star projects
Available under opt-in Carbon Neutral Program

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Description

Description

Siniat watershield is a wet area plasterboard made from a core of gypsum sandwiched and lined with recycled blue paper. watershield is commonly used as a water-resistant wall and ceiling plasterboard lining and as a substrate for tiles in internal wet areas such as bathrooms, showers, toilets and laundries. watershield may also be used as […]

Specifications

Plasterboard Description	Thickness (mm)	Width (mm)	Length (mm)	Weight (kg/m2)
watershield	10	1200	2400	7.5
watershield	10	1200	2700	7.5
watershield	10	1200	3000	7.5
watershield	10	1200	3600	7.5
watershield	10	1200	4200	7.5
watershield	10	1200	6000	7.5
watershield	10	1350	3600	7.5
watershield	10	1350	4800	7.5
watershield	10	1350	6000	7.5
watershield	13	1200	3000	9.6
watershield*	13	1350	3000	9.6

*Non-stock item for this location – lead times and minimum order quantities apply.

Weights indicated are nominal.
Special sizes and other edge types available, minimum order quantity and lead times apply – please contact us with your requirements.

Plasterboard Description	Thickness (mm)	Width (mm)	Length (mm)	Weight (kg/m2)
watershield	10	1200	2400	7.5
watershield	10	1200	2700	7.5
watershield	10	1200	3000	7.5
watershield	10	1200	3600	7.5
watershield	10	1200	4200	7.5
watershield	10	1350	3600	7.5
watershield	10	1350	4800	7.5
watershield	13	1200	2700	9.6
watershield	13	1200	3000	9.6
watershield*	13	1350	3000	9.6

*Non-stock item for this location – lead times and minimum order quantities apply.

Weights indicated are nominal.
Special sizes and other edge types available, minimum order quantity and lead times apply – please contact us with your requirements.

Plasterboard Description	Thickness (mm)	Width (mm)	Length (mm)	Weight (kg/m2)
watershield	10	1200	2400	7.5
watershield	10	1200	2700	7.5
watershield	10	1200	3000	7.5
watershield	10	1200	3600	7.5
watershield	10	1200	4200	7.5
watershield	10	1350	3000	7.5
watershield	10	1350	3600	7.5
watershield	10	1350	4800	7.5
watershield	13	1200	3000	9.6
watershield	13	1350	3000	9.6

*Non-stock item for this location – lead times and minimum order quantities apply.

Weights indicated are nominal.
Special sizes and other edge types available, minimum order quantity and lead times apply – please contact us with your requirements.

Plasterboard Description	Thickness (mm)	Width (mm)	Length (mm)	Weight (kg/m2)
watershield*	10	1200	2400	7.5
watershield*	10	1200	2700	7.5
watershield	10	1200	3000	7.5
watershield*	10	1200	3600	7.5
watershield*	10	1200	4200	7.5
watershield	10	1350	3000	7.5
watershield*	10	1350	3600	7.5
watershield	10	1350	4800	7.5
watershield	13	1200	3000	9.6
watershield*	13	1350	3000	9.6

*Non-stock item for this location – lead times and minimum order quantities apply.

Weights indicated are nominal.
Special sizes and other edge types available, minimum order quantity and lead times apply – please contact us with your requirements.

Plasterboard Description	Thickness (mm)	Width (mm)	Length (mm)	Weight (kg/m2)
watershield	10	1200	2400	7.5
watershield	10	1200	2700	7.5
watershield	10	1200	3000	7.5
watershield	10	1200	3600	7.5
watershield	10	1200	4200	7.5
watershield	10	1350	3000	7.5
watershield	10	1350	3600	7.5
watershield	10	1350	4800	7.5
watershield	13	1200	3000	9.6
watershield	13	1350	3000	9.6

*Non-stock item for this location – lead times and minimum order quantities apply.

Weights indicated are nominal.
Special sizes and other edge types available, minimum order quantity and lead times apply – please contact us with your requirements.

Plasterboard Description	Thickness (mm)	Width (mm)	Length (mm)	Weight (kg/m2)
watershield	10	1200	2400	7.5
watershield	10	1200	2700	7.5
watershield	10	1200	3000	7.5
watershield	10	1200	3600	7.5
watershield	10	1200	4200	7.5
watershield	10	1350	3000	7.5
watershield	10	1350	3600	7.5
watershield	10	1350	4800	7.5
watershield	13	1200	2700	9.6
watershield	13	1200	3000	9.6
watershield	13	1200	3600	9.6

*Non-stock item for this location – lead times and minimum order quantities apply.

Weights indicated are nominal.
Special sizes and other edge types available, minimum order quantity and lead times apply – please contact us with your requirements.

Resources

Resources
Watershield Product Data Sheet	Download
Siniat Plasterboard Safety Data Sheet (SDS)	Download
Siniat Product Catalogue	Download
Siniat blueprint Lightweight Construction Manual - NEW!	Download
Siniat Plasterboard Installation Guide	Download
GreenTag Certificate - Shield Range \| Level A	Download
OnBoard Assessing Wet Plasterboard	Download
OnBoard Maintaining Plasterboard	Download
OnBoard Painting Plasterboard	Download

FAQ

What is the default ‘Level of Finish’ required for plastering applications?

There are three 'Levels of Finish'. Level 4 is generally the accepted 'Level of Finish' for residential and commercial applications where flat or low sheen paints are used. Unless otherwise specified, a Level 4 Finish is the default finish for living areas. A Level 3 Finish is suitable in areas that do not require decoration, and a Level 5 Finish should be achieved where gloss or semi-gloss paints are used or where critical lighting conditions occur on flat or low sheen paints. All plasterboard installation must adhere to AS/NZS 2589:2007 Gypsum linings - Application and finishing. For more information refer to FWCIANZ Levels of Finish.

What is back-blocking?

Back-blocking is the process of reinforcing wall and ceiling joints with cut-to-size pieces of plasterboard adhered across the back of the joint with MastaBlock Back-Blocking Cement or Cornice Cement such as MastaCove45. Back-blocking helps prevent joint cracking and peaking caused by building movement, especially in large ceiling areas. Back-blocking forms part of the plasterboard lining standard AS/NZS 2589:2007, and manufacturers' guarantees/warranties may be void if back-blocking has not been carried out. All back-blocking must be completed before commencing jointing. Each ‘Level of Finish’ has specific back-blocking requirements. For more information refer to Siniat’s technical literature.

What substrates can plasterboard be fixed to?

Plasterboard can be fixed to various substrates that form wall partitions, ceilings, bulkheads or ducting. Plasterboard is most commonly fixed to steel studs, timber studs or masonry for wall partitions. Plasterboard can be fixed to ceiling framing by either directly fixing to the joists or by first installing a metal furring channel and then fixing the plasterboard to the furring channel. Furring channel is also used to fix plasterboard linings for suspended ceilings or as an alternate method for fixing plasterboard to masonry on walls. All methods of the installation can be found in Siniat’s technical literature.

What methods of fixing should I use to install plasterboard?

The Australian Standard AS/NZS 2589:2007 allows three ways to fix plasterboard to steel or timber substrates. The options are screw fix only, nail fix only or a combination of either screw or nail with adhesive. The preferred method is to use screws or nails with adhesive. The nail fix only method is only suitable for a Level 3 Finish. Please refer to Siniat’s technical literature or AS/NZS 2589:2007 for correct installation details such as the spacing of fasteners and adhesive for each method and correct screw/nail type and size.

What are the maximum steel/timber framing centres for plasterboard?

Plasterboard Type and Thickness	Walls (mm)	Ceilings (mm)	For ceiling areas of intermittent high humidity e.g bathrooms and external ceilings
MastaShield10mm	600	450	300
MastaShield13mm	600	600	450
SpanShield10mm	600	600	450
Opal10mm	600	600	450
SoundShield10mm and 13mm	600	600	450
WaterShield 10mm and 13mm	600	600	450
FireShield 13mm and 16mm	600	600	450
TruRock 13mm and 16mm	600	600	450
TruRock HD 13mm	600	600	450
Designpanel	600	600	-
CurveShield 6.5mm	550	550	-

*For CurveShield refer to Siniat’s Technical Manual for more information on the maximum frame spacing and minimum curve radius. Note: For plasterboard fixed to masonry refer to Siniat's Technical Manual.

What is the best way to paint plasterboard once it is installed?

When installed in accordance with Siniat installation guidelines, the finished surface of all Siniat plasterboard accepts most types of decorative finish: emulsion or oil based paints, stipples, enamels, textured coatings and wallpapers. Matt finishes give the best appearance; gloss or sheen finishes tend to highlight any surface irregularities, as will harsh or glancing light. In order to obtain the best finish to the walls, Siniat recommends the following: Lay down the nap of any scuffed areas using MastaFinish, MastaLite or MastaGlide jointing compounds. The surface should be free of dust and other foreign matter. Ensure that the joint treatment is thoroughly dry before applying the sealer. Always seal over jointed and unjointed areas. Use roller application for paint. Overworking of sealant coat on jointed areas may cause paint to lift. Roller application applies uniform texture over the entire surface. Use only the best quality paints and other finishes. Use of sealers or undercoats that are water-based is preferred to reduce the possibility of raising the paper linerboard nap. Lightly sand between coats if nap is raised. Apply finishes in strict accordance with manufacturers' instructions.

How do I finish a plasterboard joint once the sheet has been fixed?

There are only two types of joints formed when installing plasterboard - recessed edge joints or butt joints. The recessed edge joint is formed along the length of the sheets and the butt joint is formed along the width of the sheet. The finishing method is the same for both types of joints, but the width of compound coverage varies. Siniat recommends the use of paper tape with a three-coat compound application: two base coats (or bedding coats) and a third finishing coat.

How far apart should I install Control Joints?

Control joints must be installed to relieve stresses imposed by structural movement including those due to excessive changes in temperature and humidity. In long, unbroken partitions of wall or extensive ceiling areas, control joints should be placed not more than 12 metres in either direction, at any change in the substrate material and should be aligned with control joints in the structure. Control joints should also be considered at intersecting doorways, large light fixtures, heating vents and air diffusers.

What type of lining should I use in Wet Areas such as bathrooms and laundries?

Only approved water-resistant linings can be used in 'Wet Areas' and these include WaterShield, MultiShield, TruRock and TruRock HD. Refer to the Siniat Technical Manual for installation instructions.

What is glancing light?

Glancing light refers to light being cast along the face of a surface showing minute undulations. As a result of this light being cast, a shadow is produced on the other side of the undulation. This draws attention to surface texture variations such as plasterboard joints and patches, which under more diffused light would not be visible. The best way to overcome the effects of glancing light is to consider the following factors which will help to achieve the appearance of flatness:

Design
Natural and artificial lighting
Paint effects and paint sheen
Texture and porosity
‘Level of Finish’

For more information of the cause, effect and remedial measures refer to Siniat’s technical newsletter 'OnBoard Glancing Light' and also the industry publication FWCIANZ Glancing Light.

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