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Rothoblaas Window Installation — Timber Frame Structure
Description

Rothoblaas provides a specialised window installation system designed for timber frame structures, offering robust protection and performance in areas such as weather resistance, thermal insulation, and airtightness. The system includes sealing products for all three layers of the window perimeter, ensuring long-term durability and energy efficiency.

The following product types are included:

  • Exterior sealing for weather protection: MS SEAL, FIRE SEALING ACRYLIC, PLASTER BAND OUT, PLASTER BAND LITE OUT, MULTI BAND, EXPAND BAND, WINDOW BAND, PROTECT, BYTUM BAND
  • Central thermal/acoustic sealing around the frame: EXPAND BAND, EXPAND BAND EVO, WINDOW BAND, HERMETIC FOAM, FIRE FOAM
  • Interior airtightness sealing: MS SEAL, FIRE SEALING ACRYLIC, EASY BAND, FLEXI BAND, SEAL BAND, PLASTER BAND IN
Key Features
  • Tailored sealing system for timber frame window installations
  • Multilayer configuration for external, central, and internal performance
  • Waterproofing and wind-tightness protection using bands and profiles
  • Self-expanding tapes adjust to irregularities and seal 6–15 mm gaps
  • Maintains thermal and acoustic insulation across the window perimeter
  • Quick and efficient installation process
  • Promotes long-term energy performance and structural integrity
Scope of Use
  • Suitable for residential and commercial timber-framed buildings
  • Applicable to new construction and retrofit projects
  • Compatible with both internal and external flush window positioning
  • Designed for use in typical New Zealand climate zones — additional detailing may be required in extreme conditions
Limitations on Use
  • Recommended for timber framing — use on other structures requires specific compatibility assessment; for CLT or Masonry, see other listings
  • Additional protection may be necessary in harsh or extreme climates
  • Substrate preparation is critical — unsuitable surfaces may compromise performance
  • Must be installed as per Rothoblaas technical documentation to ensure compliance
Statement of Building Code Compliance

Rothoblaas window installation products, if designed, used, installed, and maintained in accordance with the conditions of Rothoblaas’s technical documentation, will comply with, or contribute to compliance with, the following performance provisions of the New Zealand Building Code:

  • B2 Durability: Performance B2.3.1 (b)
  • E2 External Moisture: Performance E2.3.2, E2.3.5
  • F2 Hazardous Building Materials: Performance F2.3.1
  • Clause H1 Energy Efficiency: Performance H1.3.1
  • Compliant with NZS 4211:2008 — Specification for performance of windows
Other Performance Attributes
  • Enhances energy efficiency and weather protection in masonry structures
  • Products designed for long-term durability
  • Warranty available — refer to Rothoblaas for specific terms
  • Maintenance includes regular inspection and cleaning to maintain seal integrity
  • Interior and exterior bands and foams tested to ensure sealing performance and longevity
Documents
How to Insulate Windows Against Air and Noise
Data Sheet: Bytum Band
Data Sheet: Easy Band
Data Sheet: Expand Band
Data Sheet: Fire Foam
Data Sheet: Fire Sealing Acrylic
Data Sheet: Flexi Band
Data Sheet: Hermetic Foam
Data Sheet: MS Seal
Data Sheet: Multi Band
Data Sheet: Plaster Band IN | OUT
Data Sheet: Plaster Band Lite
Data Sheet: Protect
Data Sheet: Seal Band
Data Sheet: Window Band

Rothoblaas is a global company whose product range encompasses fastening, airtightness, water and soundproofing, fall protection systems, and tools and machines for timber industry professionals.

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