You are using an outdated browser version not supported by this website.
Click here to upgrade your browser

InteriorInterior
JSC Vertical Shiplap Timber Weatherboard Cladding
Description

JSC are recognised as leaders in complete timber façade and cavity system development in New Zealand, offering an extensive range of carefully selected quality products, profiles, colour coatings, cavity battens, aluminium detailing solutions and recessed window systems to suit a wide range of design needs.

The JSC Vertical Shiplap Weatherboard Cladding System is known as JSC VertiClad® and this cladding system comprises of:

  • Timber weatherboards
  • Cavity battens
  • Flashings (including standard flashings, Aluminium Corner Flashings and the Aro® Recessed Flashing System)
  • Fixings
  • Coatings
  • Mouldings & Accessories

JSC timber weatherboards come in a variety of profiles, species, and finishes. JSC weatherboards are offered in:

  • Western Red Cedar
  • Alaskan Yellow Cedar
  • MicroPro treated Radiata Pine
  • Rustic Cedar
  • TMT Taiga*
  • TMT Taxon*
  • TMT Amba*
  • MicroPro treated ThermoPine

For more information about the species, sizes and finishes available, visit jsc.co.nz/species

JSC also offers complementary aluminium detailing solutions, including JSC Aluminium Corner Flashings for clean internal and external corner detailing, and the Aro® Recessed Flashing System for recessed aluminium windows and doors. Together these systems provide architects with greater design flexibility while delivering clean detailing, durable weather protection and compatibility with JSC VertiClad and RustiClad cladding systems.

*Increasing environmental awareness and demand for sustainable, natural and chemical-free building products initiated JSC's research into thermal timber treatment methods, recognising that Thermally Modified Timber opens up a truly sustainable resource. The JSC TMT® product range offers a selection of Thermally Modified Timbers that have been specifically sourced for the New Zealand market based on their versatility, durability, aesthetic properties, and environmental credentials to suit the New Zealand weather conditions.

Key Features

Key benefits of using the JSC VertiClad Weatherboard Cladding Systems:

  • Fully tested and CodeMark certified external wall cladding system
  • Random width and depth design options for VertiClad systems
  • Can be custom designed to your specifications including solutions for curved walls
  • Extensive product range
  • In-house factory coating system
  • Compatible with JSC Aluminium Corner Flashings for clean internal and external corner detailing.
  • Compatible with the Aro® Recessed Flashing System for recessed aluminium windows and doors.
  • Integrated cladding, cavity batten and flashing system from a single supplier.
  • Expanded architectural detailing options for contemporary residential and commercial projects

JSC Cavity Battens

JSC Cavity Battens are designed to improve the performance of JSC exterior cladding systems by increasing ventilation, and water management within the wall cavity:

  • Castellated profiles promote air circulation and reduce moisture build-up behind the cladding
  • Angled edges direct water away from building wrap, minimising splashing and improving drainage
  • Structural and non-structural options available to suit various design and installation requirements
  • No additional treatment required on cut ends, simplifying installation
  • H3.2 treated Radiata Pine, offering superior durability compared to standard H3.1 treated battens
  • 45mm structural cavity battens are available for use with the Aro® Recessed Flashing System

JSC Weatherboard Profiles

JSC's in-house, state-of-the-art machining and highly skilled machinists can provide bespoke and customised solutions for any architectural project. JSC can:

  • Machine and design custom weatherboard profiles to align with any unique design requirement
  • Machine and design custom profiles to suit curved walls
  • Match existing profiles for renovation projects
  • JSC's aluminium detailing range includes extruded aluminium corner flashings in Arrow Mitre, Two Leg, Chamfer and Internal Corner profiles, providing clean alternatives to traditional timber mouldings.
NZ-Owned Business
NZ-Owned Business
Scope of Use

JSC installation and specification guide and CodeMark certificate guidelines must be followed.

JSC VertiClad — Vertical Shiplap Weatherboard Cladding System – CodeMark Certificate: CM-GM30084

Location:

  • In wind zones up to and including extra high, as defined in NZS3604:2011 or situated in specific design wind pressures up to a maximum design differential ultimate limit state (ULS)of 2.5 kPa, where the building has been specifically engineered
  • In all exposure zones, excluding microclimates as defined in NZS3604:2011.

Building:

  • Has the scope limitations of NZBC Acceptable Solution E2/AS1, Third Edition including amendment 9 (27/06/2019), Paragraph 1.1; and,
  • New timber framed buildings with building wrap or rigid air barrier that comply with the NZBC Acceptable Solution E2/AS1 Third Edition including amendment 9 (27/06/2019),
  • Existing timber framed buildings where the designer and installer have satisfied themselves that the existing building is suitable for the intended building work
  • With a risk score of 0-20 when calculated in accordance with NZBC Acceptable Solution E2/AS1, Third Edition including amendment 9 (27/06/2019), Table 2
  • The System must only be installed vertically on vertical, flat, surfaces
  • The System is certified for use with aluminium window and door joinery that is installed with vertical jambs and horizontal heads and sills
  • The wall cladding system is located more than 1m from a relevant boundary.

Where recessed aluminium windows or doors are specified, refer to the Aro® Recessed Flashing System Design Guide, Installation Guide and Technical Drawings. The Aro® system is designed for use with JSC 18.5mm VertiClad and RustiClad weatherboard systems and 45mm structural cavity battens.

Note: See CodeMark Certificate for full and up to date information. Please refer to installation instructions and maintenance guide available for download under Documents.

Limitations on Use

JSC weatherboard cladding must be used as an external cladding system within the scope and limitations of JSC Cladding Systems technical literature. All weatherboard and timber components must be installed, maintained, and finished as per the JSC specification.

It is the specifier's responsibility to ensure that the details in this specification are appropriate for the intended application. Additional details must be obtained for areas that fall outside the scope of the JSC VertiClad weatherboard cladding system technical literature and CodeMark certificate.

For the fixing of JSC TMT thermally modified timber weatherboards, only Stainless Steel fastenings must be used.

JSC Cladding systems must be installed by a suitably qualified and experienced trade person. Where Restricted Building Work (RBW) is applied the installer must be a Licensed Building Practitioner (LBP) or supervised by an LBP.

Where the Aro® Recessed Flashing System is specified, installation must be completed in accordance with the current Aro® Design Guide and Installation Guide.

Statement of Building Code Compliance

The JSC Weatherboard Systems if designed and installed as per the JSC VertiClad installation and specifications guide, will meet the following provisions of the New Zealand Building Code (NZBC):

  • Clause B1 Structure: Performance B1.3.1, B1.3.2, B1.3.4 (a), (b), (c), (d) and (e) for the relevant physical conditions of B1.3.3 (a), (e), (f), (h), (j), and (q)
  • Clause B2 Durability: Performance B2.3.1(b) and B2.3.2(b)
  • Clause E2 External Moisture: Performance E2.3.2, E2.3.3, E2.3.5, E2.3.7(b) and (c)
  • Clause F2 Hazardous Building Materials: Performance F2.3.1

JSC Western Red Cedar Weatherboard System, if installed and maintained as per manufacturer’s documentation, will meet the minimum 15 year durability requirement in respect of clauses B1 and B2 of the first schedule of the New Zealand Building Code for external cladding. In a typical installation, it is likely to have a serviceable life exceeding 30 years.

Other Performance Attributes
  • All suitable timber product offerings will eventually weather to shades of grey when subjected to the environmental elements of temperature, moisture, and UV rays. Therefore, to help maintain the fresh, new colour, the use of a premium grade oil stain with a UV protectant is recommended, with a factory-applied envelope coat as the first step to a long and beautiful life.
  • All JSC timber weatherboards are finished with high-quality exterior grade coating options.
  • JSC weatherboards are available in a range of timber product offerings and profiled to JSC specifications, consistent with NZS 3617 and BRANZ BU411.
  • H3.2 treated timber castellated cavity battens are used
  • Quality Flashings and accessories are used
  • JSC complements its timber weatherboard systems with purpose-designed Aluminium Corner Flashings for internal and external corners, and the Aro® Recessed Flashing System for recessed window and door detailing, providing an integrated façade solution from a single supplier.
CodeMark
CodeMark
Documents
ARO BPIR Declaration
JSC ARO Design Guide
TMT Amba Information Sheet
JSC VertiClad CodeMark Certificate - CMNZ30084
JSC ARO Technical Drawings
JSC VertiClad Drawings & Documents (PDF & CAD options)
Verticlad System Design Guide
JSC Aluminium Corner Flashings Installation & Specification Details
JSC ARO Checklist
JSC ARO Installation Guide
JSC VertiClad Installation Checklist
Verticlad Installation Guide
JSC ARO Maintenance Guide
JSC Exterior Timber Weatherboard Cladding Maintenance Guide
Corner Flashings Info Sheet
JSC Coatings Wood Oil Guide
JSC TMT Thermally Modified Timber Guide
JSC Profile Chart
JSC Species Information
JSC TMT Profile Chart
Alaskan Yellow Cedar Information Sheet
Iroko Information Sheet
JSC TMT Taiga Information
JSC TMT Taxon Information Sheet
MicroPro Treated Radiata Pine Information Sheet
MicroPro Treated ThermoPine Information Sheet
Verticlad by JSC
Western Red Cedar Information Sheet

JSC are a trusted and reliable manufacturer and supplier of premium interior and exterior hardwood and exotic softwood timber products and materials.

Product Enquiries

News from JSC

Palliser Downs Showhome: TMT Taxon Cladding and Interior Panelling
Introducing Aro: A Simpler Way to Specify Recessed Windows and Doors NEW
Interior Timber, Reconsidered: From Fixed Material to Flexible Design Tool
Get a free weekly digest of essential news

New and updated architectural products, design solutions, inspiration, technical advice and more when you sign up for EBOSS.