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Pre-Cladding Solutions

The products we rely on to protect the building enclosure from the elements, both during and after the build.

August 2026

Why the Most Important Part of Your Façade Isn’t the Cladding

Taking a closer look at the FORTX and FORTX MELIOR, Pro Clima’s tested Pre-Cladding solutions that could (almost) be a cladding.  

ROCKWOOL Rainscreen Powers a Smarter Pre-Cladding Solution

ROCKWOOL Rainscreen Powers a Smarter Pre-Cladding Solution

Only one New Zealand pre-cladding system combines AS/NZS 4284-tested weather protection with ROCKWOOL Rainscreen to deliver superior building envelope solutions.

Interior Trades Progress Uninterrupted Thanks to Masons' Wrap

Interior Trades Progress Uninterrupted Thanks to Masons' Wrap

Landmark Homes can run its interior fit-out programme independently of the building cladding, using Masons UNI PLUS Flexible Air Barrier.

The Case for Custom: Why Cut-to-Length Rigid Air Barrier Makes Financial Sense

The Case for Custom: Why Cut-to-Length Rigid Air Barrier Makes Financial Sense

Every rigid air barrier on the market ships in standard sheet lengths, except one. 

RAB Board Pre-Cladding Creates High Performing Buildings

RAB Board Pre-Cladding Creates High Performing Buildings

James Hardie was the first to develop and manufacture a specific product for use as a rigid air barrier. RAB Board now sets the benchmark for pre-cladding. Made from Hardie fibre cement board, RAB Board helps create a stiffer building and improve comfort inside.

Early Close-In With GIB Weatherline Helps Keep 226-Home Queenstown Development on Track

Early Close-In With GIB Weatherline Helps Keep 226-Home Queenstown Development on Track

GIB's Weatherline Rigid Air Barrier system allowed for early close-in for this entry-level housing development in Frankton, fast-tracking interior trades to keep the complex construction programme on schedule. 

Beyond the Cladding: Why High-Performance Wall Assemblies Start with the Sheathing System

Beyond the Cladding: Why High-Performance Wall Assemblies Start with the Sheathing System

How the ENCLOSURE Sheathing System can improve airtightness, moisture management, structural performance, and long-term durability within modern wall assemblies.

Whole-Wall Performance Starts with Smarter Framing

Whole-Wall Performance Starts with Smarter Framing

While insulation R-values attract much of the attention, reducing thermal bridges through smarter framing and cavity batten selection can significantly improve whole-wall thermal performance.

Pre-Cladding Systems: The Critical Foundation Behind High-Performing Facades

Pre-Cladding Systems: The Critical Foundation Behind High-Performing Facades

The Cemintel Rigid Air Barrier can be used independently, or to complement CSR’s complete solutions package for the building envelope achieving E2 and H1 requirements under a single supplier warranty — CSR New Zealand.

DriSpace Pre Cladding Systems That Help Buildings Dry

DriSpace Pre Cladding Systems That Help Buildings Dry

As New Zealand buildings become more airtight, managing moisture within the building envelope is increasingly important. Preventing water ingress remains critical, but allowing moisture to dry out of the structure is equally important for long-term durability.

CodeMark Certified Rigid Air Barrier and Bracing System for Timber Construction

CodeMark Certified Rigid Air Barrier and Bracing System for Timber Construction

IBS RigidRAP is a CodeMark-certified rigid air barrier and bracing system designed that offers temporary weather protection for up to 90 days.

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Meeting Council Demands

Products that go the extra mile to help specifiers meet council requirements.

RABs and Wraps

Materials that protect the building enclosure from the elements during and after the build, providing a healthy and weathertight environment for the occupants.

Tanking

Solutions to common waterproofing problems and the best ways of tanking below grade areas.

Waterproofing

Products and systems designed to ensure compliant external and internal waterproofing of buildings.

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