• Multi-functional interior lining
• Solutions for Bracing, Noise Control, Fire.
• Developed for use as an effective wall bracing sheet in light timber framed buildings. When installed within a bracing system, it contributes to resistance against wind and earthquake loads.
• Acoustic performance by reducing sound transmission between adjoining rooms and between floors.
• Its higher level of fire resistance makes it ideal for intertenancy wall lining applications.

• EPB Plasterboard is intended for normal conditions of dry internal use.
• EPB Plasterboard must not be used for bracing applications in or around baths and shower areas.
• EPB Plasterboard must not be exposed to liquid water or be installed in situations where extended exposures to humidity above 90% Relative Humidity are to be expected. Bathrooms, kitchens and laundries should have adequate ventilation or heating to avoid condensation build-up.
• A suitable surface finish (e.g. Vinyl wallpaper or gloss and semi-gloss alkyd paints) must be applied to EPB Plasterboard in all areas where liquid water or high humidity can be expected.
• EPB Plasterboard must not be installed over a vapour barrier.
• EPB Plasterboard must not be applied directly to masonry, concrete or solid plaster, unless timber strapping or steel furring channels are used.
• EPB Plasterboard must not be exposed to temperatures of 52ºC or greater for prolonged periods.
• EPB Plasterboard may not be used as an external lining.

EPB Plasterboard is manufactured to AS/NZS 2588 and has been specifically formulated to meet New Zealand Building Code requirements.

EPB Plasterboard meets the durability requirements of the NZBC and is subject to use, installation and maintenance in accordance with the instructions outlaid in this manual. The Manufacturing plant is International Standard ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 registered.

• NZBC Clause B1 Structure: Framing material specifications used with EPB Plasterboard Systems must be in accordance with the performance requirements of NZBC Clause B1. Timber framed walls and floors must be installed and meet the requirements of NZS3604.
• NZBC Clause B2 Durability: EPB Plasterboard Fire, Noise Control & Bracing Systems have a serviceable life of not less than 50 years and so is in accordance to NZBC B2.3.1.
• NZBC Clause C1-C6 Protection from Fire: EPB Plasterboard Fire & Noise Control Systems can meet the requirements of providing passive fire protection as per NZBC Clause C1-C6.
• NZBC Clause E3 Internal Moisture: EPB Plasterboard Wet Area Systems can meet the requirements of NZBC Acceptable Solution E3/AS1.
• NZBC Clause F2 Hazardous Building Materials: EPB Plasterboard Systems meet this requirement of NZBC Clause F2 and will not present a health hazard to people.
• NZBC Clause G6 Airborne & Impact Sound: EPB Plasterboard Noise Control Systems entitled 'Full Intertenancy' (STC 55 or greater) systems meet the requirements of NZBC Clause G6