STS fibre cement construction boards can be used in a wide range of applications both internally and externally, covering 4 key areas including fire protection, sound reduction, moisture resistance and render application. A1 fire resistant board means that your structure will be safer in the event of a fire outbreak, potentially saving people’s lives. Makes ideal partition walling in damp or wet areas, such as bathrooms. It’s also weather resistant, so can be exposed to poor weather on site during the construction phase without concern. A weather protective coating is required for permanent exposure. Faster to fit than laying blocks, it’s an ideal alternative to masonry substrates for domestic and commercial applications. A stronger build means these boards can withstand surface impact, making the finish more durable and longer lasting, especially in high traffic areas prone to damage. Made up of compacted cement with fibres, STS 12mm Construction Board has exceptional strength properties. It also accepts wall mounted fixings without the need to secure to stud beams. Boards are easily fixed to timber or metal stud work, and to solid walls using STS fixing products. Fire Protection In a construction environment the STS fibre cement boards offer extensive fire protection, whether you are using as a high spec fire wall system for party walls or something simple like a backing board for a woodburning stove or boiler. Common Applications • Internal party fire wall • Roof space fire wall / spandrel panel • Stove / boiler backer • Oil tank surround • Fire resistant ceiling board • Timber cladding receiver Internal stud wall – 113mm, 400mm centres 118 minute fire resistance, sound insulation 42dB Wall weight 50kg per sqm Water Resistance Ideal for floors and walls potentially exposed to moisture or requiring tiling. This could be anything from boarding out your basement, tiling your bathroom or using as an external cladding board. It’s also weather resistant, so can be exposed to poor weather on site during the construction phase without concern. A weather protective coating is required for permanent exposure. Common Applications • Basement liner membrane • Tile backing board • External rain shield cladding • Weather board • Wetroom boarding • External render board Render Carrier Fibre cement provides a unique bonding surface for thin coat render systems and comes highly endorsed by industry leading render manufacturers such as K-Rend, Atlas, Ecorend, Baumit, Mapei and Parex. As well as the great bonding surface of fibre cement, the high strength and rigidity of the STS board along with great weatherproof properties provides the perfect render board carrier. Common Applications • External render carrier for timber or steel frames • Dormer cheeks • Bay windows • Modular build • Park homes Sound Reduction The density of STS Construction Boards provides the perfect solution for decibel (dB) reduction for party wall partitioning. Often used in multi occupancy properties and buildings to ensure air borne sound is kept to a minimum. The STS Construction Board system offers up to 50dB reduction (lab tested). Common Applications • Party walls • Schools • Student accommodation • Flats and apartments • Commercial buildings
