Polystyrene House Wall Cladding in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide

• LIGHTWEIGHT CONSTRUCTION
• VARIETY OF TEXTURES & FINISHES
• CURVED FACADES OR CLEAN, STRAIGHT LINES
• FULLY WEATHER-TIGHT, MONOLITHIC FINISH ON WALLS, SOLID BALCONY BALUSTRADES AND PARAPETS
• BRICK-LIKE WINDOW AND DOOR REVEALS

What Is MasterWall?

MasterWall is an insulated external wall system designed to provide a long-lasting, energy efficient, weather-tight building envelope with architectural integrity and excellent performance credentials. Our MasterWall product offers designers the ability to create without compromise and builders to construct quickly, effectively and economically whilst reducing the carbon footprint of the building. This is what makes MasterWall the leading choice of Australian home owners, builders, architects and designers. The MasterWall Insulated External Wall System has been specifically developed to meet Australian conditions and is based on proven technology used extensively throughout Europe and North America for more than 60 years. No other cladding product can claim such a wide range of product benefits including - Energy efficiency, Design exibility and Economy. Studies have shown that Insulated External Wall systems are the best performing wall systems and, “outperformed all other walls in terms of moisture while maintaining superior thermal performance.”

Benefits of the MasterWall System

Codemark Accreditation

The MasterWall system has undergone stringent testing to demonstrate the suitability to the relative performance requirements within both volumes, one and two of the National Construction Code (NCC) as a premium lightweight polystyrene cladding system. For copies of the CodeMark Certificate visit our website.

Impact Resistance

Strong and secure, MasterWall has impressive impact resistance, including exceptional compressive and flexural strength and dimensional stability, which provides opportunities for innovation in design and construction.

Weather-Tight Solution

MasterWall is the only system that can provide a completely weather-tight solution that eliminates water ingress and protects the structure from moisture damage.

Bushfire Attack Level

The MasterWall system has achieved a Bushfire Attack Level (BAL) 29 when tested to the rigorous AS1530.8.1-2007 test method of radiant bushre simulation including burning ember attack. This is a complete system test incorporating all of the MasterWall components and complies with your choice of either a Wattyl Granosite or Dulux Acratex render system.

Cyclonic Rating

The C4 Cyclone Rating demonstrates MasterWall’s superiority under extreme weather conditions.

Save Time and Money

The lightweight construction speeds up installation ensuring minimum time to lock-up. Depending on the design, the MasterWall system can be more than 30% cheaper than rendered brick veneer.

Reduce Your Energy Costs

MasterWall gives you excellent thermal insulation, with the flexibility of a choice of R ratings, up to Rt 3.9, to suit individual applications. Traditional insulation in between studs has “thermal breaks”, gaps where heat and cold pass more freely between the outdoors and space within. By wrapping the house in a seamless blanket it stabilizes the interior environment and reduces energy consumption.

Design Freedom

A designer’s dream, the MasterWall system offers the ability to design features such as curved walls and with different thicknesses, create lightweight second storey structures or apply different colours and textures all of which would be prohibitively expensive if using any other material.

Technical Support

MasterWall Australia has an outstanding commitment to providing complete product support including an online Technical Centre - a one-stop resource for information about the MasterWall system. MasterWall Australia also offers a nationwide telephone technical help line offering advice from building design and installation techniques to help ensure that the MasterWall system is installed to provide optimum performance of the external building fabric.

Save On Your Energy Bills

Most people understand the long term value of installing solar panels on the roof of their home, but it's not necessarily the same case when it comes to insulating and weatherproof. In winter, heat loss occurs through walls and ceilings that are poorly insulated, and gaps in floorboards and wall cavities is a major source of heat loss. To prove the point, MasterWall spent 12 months collaborating with one of its customers after installing the MasterWall system. Energy consumption pre and post installation was compared, with the results proving what the owners experienced day-to-day. "Over the last 12 months I have notice a huge change in the consistency of the temp in the house when either the heating or cooling is on, the house remains warm in winter and cool in summer without the need for turning on the heater or air conditioner day and night". - Jo Chapple. The results are even more dramatic given the household went from 2 adult occupants between Nov to May of the rst year to 3 adults thereafter. The MasterWall system is the only system on the market that provides a total, weather-tight insulation solution whilst at the same time significantly increasing the external design-value of your home.

The Insulated Panel Wall Cladding System

The MasterWall system is an external lightweight, reinforced, insulating polystyrene wall panel, mechanically fixed to the outer face of the building whether that be timber or steel framing or a masonry substrate. The complete system includes the application of approved acrylic render systems, frame wraps, trims, sealants and opening ashings at openings that combine to create a weather-tight building envelope. Panel: The base material is Medium (M) Grade expanded polystyrene (EPS) in sheet form with an added re retardant. Facing: Flexible cementitious-based material designed for both an excellent mechanical x and a natural chemical bond to the polystyrene cladding, using the binders and polymers found in approved acrylic render systems. The nished surface of the panel has a light trowel type texture. Reinforcing: This facing is reinforced with an alkaline-resistant fiberglass mesh, 145gsm/m2 minimum and is compatible with approved acrylic render and decorative finishes. Dimensions: Standard panel size: 2400 x 1200mm
Nominal thickness: 50, 75, 100, 125mm
Area: 2.88m2 Mass: Thickness - 50mm 75mm 100mm 125mm
kg/m2 - 2.4, 2.9, 3.4, 3.9
Total sheet kg - 6.9, 8.4, 9.8, 11.4

Frequently Asked Questions

WHERE ARE K-SERIES AND OTHER MASTERWALL PRODUCTS MADE?

All of our MasterWall products are made in Melbourne, Australia.

WHAT SUBSTRATES CAN MASTERWALL BE FIXED TO?

MasterWall can be fixed to brick walls, tilt-up walls, timber and steel frame or any structural substrate.

WHAT LEVEL OF FINISH CAN I EXPECT WHEN USING MASTERWALL?

Our default finish is specified Acratex render by MasterArt, Dulux, Taubmans, Wattyl, MAC and Sto mineral render system.

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS TO BE GAINED BY UTILIZING MASTERWALL?

There are countless benefits to be gained by using MasterWall in your build. These include:
• Energy efficiency
• Superior thermal performance
• Architectural and design freedom
• Speed of construction
• Saving in development costs
• Engineering savings
• Scaffolding time reduction and saving
• Full system certification
• Local technical support in each state
• Utilising a system that has been used globally for over 60 years

WHAT ARE THE THERMAL RATINGS, FIRE RATINGS, ACOUSTIC RATINGS AND CYCLONE RATINGS OF MASTERWALL?

Thermal Rating: From R1.8 to R4.5 Fire Rating: Certified bushfire attack level BAL 29 and BAL 40, and FRL when used in conjunction with Fyrchek Acoustic Rating: RW35 Cyclone Rating: C4 Cyclone certified panels

IS MASTERWALL WEATHER RESISTANT?

Yes, MasterWall features full weatherproofing and a water tight system certification.

CAN MASTERWALL BE USED FOR TWO-STOREY OR MULTI-STOREY BUILDS?

Absolutely. In fact, MasterWall has proven capabilities in:
• Residential, double and triple storey homes
• Multi-residential
• Mixed use
• Commercial
• Industrial

WHAT IS MASTERWALL’S LEVEL OF BUILDING CERTIFICATION?

MasterWall has the highest level of certification in Australia under the Building Code of Australia, a ‘Code mark Full System Accreditation’.

WHAT ARE MASTERWALL’S PANEL SIZE AND THICKNESS OPTIONS?

Panel Sizes (Width x Height): East Coast – 2400mm x 1200; WA – 2300mm x 1200mm Panel Thickness: 50mm, 75mm, 100mm, 125mm, 150mm

WHAT IS THE K-SERIES’ PANEL THICKNESS?

50mm, 80mm

DO YOU HAVE INSTALLATION GUIDES AND ARCHITECTURAL DETAILS?

Yes, all our construction manuals can be downloaded here.

IS THE WINDOW FIXING METHOD INVOLVING MASTERWALL FACE OR INTEGRATED?

We use a face window fixing method.

WHAT ARE THE FINISH OPTIONS FOR MASTERWALL?

We can do a textured finish or approved tiles or claddings.

HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE FOR MASTERWALL TO BE INSTALLED IN MY PROPERTY?

You can easily calculate the timeframe of the MasterWall installation by calculating 80-100sqm per day.

WHAT MAKES MASTERWALL UNIQUE TO OTHER BUILDING OPTIONS?

MasterWall uses pre-meshed ‘M’ grade panels utilizing the highest quality of system components globally and a SYSTEM certification, not just panel certification.

Warranty

MasterWall Australia Pty Ltd warrants that its products are free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 7 years from the date of purchase. (For a full description of the Warranty refer to the MasterWall website).

Learn More

For more information on MasterWall products, you can download product brochures and construction manuals here. MasterWall products are available Australia-wide from retailers such as:
• Masterwall Australia
• Bowens
• Mitre 10
• Bunnings
• Home Hardware
To find your nearest MasterWall stockists click here. For any national technical or sales queries, contact us at MasterWall Australia: National phone: 03 9799 6565
Email: sales@masterwall.com.au

External Wall Cladding Panels & Insulation Boards in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide

What Is K-Series?

K-Series is a complete external insulation cladding system that has been specifically formulated for the Australian market. It is a suitable product for for both residential and commercial building projects that require a super-high performance architectural finish. As a modern solution, K-Series addresses complex design issues with environmental responsibility. Powered by Kooltherm® panels from Kingspan Insulation and MasterWall Australia’s innovation and technology, K-Series is designed as a complete system with a ‘whole-of-envelope’ approach that delivers superior insulative performance over other traditional materials. No other system can achieve better thermal and fire performance with equivalent thicknesses of cladding. K-Series addresses the increasing concerns about poor weather tight building techniques incorporating design details to ensure long term durability.Application of K-Series can be designed as either a Direct-To-Frame or to a masonry or concrete substrate, where a render system finish is required.

The Benefits of K-Series External Cladding Systems

Codemark Accredited Building System

The K-Series System meets the Performance Requirements of the BCA (NCC) for Alternative Solutions.

Unbeatable Thermal Performance

External Insulation Systems are second to none for thermal performance in the building industry. Having an insulated external building envelope means that the substrate is protected from thermal exchange from outside extremes whilst eliminating hot/cold spots in the wall system, enabling lower energy use from lower carbon footprint buildings with reduced operating costs.

Lower Energy Costs

Increasing the insulation value of external walls is the single most efficient way to reduce energy costs and now with the K-Series, existing, inefficient, non-NABERS residential and commercial buildings can be completely transformed. For example, installing just 50mm of the K-Series System by retrofitting over an existing uninsulated brick/concrete wall will increase the thermal rating over 5 times from R0.6 to an impressive R3.1. (For owners and managers of commercial buildings, retrofitting can assist with acquiring a Building Efficiency Certificate as part of NABERS).

Modernise Existing Architecture

Visually transform dated brick/concrete structures into modern insulated buildings with increased value by retrofitting K-Series.

Withstands All Australian Weather Conditions

K-Series has been engineered to meet every Wind Load and Climate Zone requirement in Australia.

Bushfire Suitability

Unlike other insulative panels, the phenolic core merely chars, rather than melts, in fire conditions making the K-Series System the only lightweight insulated cladding system to achieve BAL 40.

Weather-tight Building Envelope

K-Series addresses the increasing costs associated with building rectifications caused by poor weather-tight building techniques within lightweight cladding systems by incorporating procedures to deal with the critical details, such as joints and penetrations.

MasterWall Australia Support At Every Step

The K-Series System has been developed, tested and is solely distributed by MasterWall Australia, an experienced company leading the way in External Insulation Systems. Full technical support is offered to all areas of the building industry, including design consultation, special detailing and installation training. From online communication to onsite inspections and advice, MasterWall Australia is the specialist in providing comprehensive support.

Installation

For guidance on installing K-Series Direct-To-Frame or to Exterior Masonry wall lining solution utilising MasterWall Australia’s technology and innovation, refer to the K-Series System Installation & Construction Details manual.

K-Series: The External Wall Insulation System

The Whole-Of-Building Envelope Approach

K-Series manages the dew points of the wall system by ensuring they occur on the outside of the wall system - not within that wall system. This is important because when dew points occur within wall systems there tends to be a dramatic decrease in the R value of the total wall system. A decreased R value leads to reduced thermal performance and means the building occupants will likely pay higher energy consumption costs.

Condensation Risk and RT Thermal Analysis

Before you install K-Series the MasterWall Australia Technical Services Department can provide a Condensation Risk Analysis and Total Wall System (RT) Thermal Analysis of your proposed design. This will allow you to identify and understand any condensation risks of your upcoming building project and tackle any design concerns or limitations early. To obtain a free wall analysis, contact MasterWall Australia Technical Services.

Technical Specifications & Features

The Core

At the core of each the K-Series System is a super-high performance CFC/HCFC–free, rigid thermoset Kooltherm® phenolic panel.

Zero Ozone Depletion Potential (ODP)

Kooltherm® panels are manufactured without the use of CFCs/HCFCs and have zero Ozone Depletion Potential.

The Facing

For render finishes, the K-Series Kooltherm® panel features an adhesively bonded fiberglass tissue facing on both sides.

Compressive Strength

The compressive strength of the K-Series Kooltherm® panel typically exceeds 150 kPa at 10% compression when tested to BS EN 826:1996 (Thermal insulating products for building applications, determination of compression behavior).

BCA Classes

The K-Series System complies to BCA Classes 1 to 10 and Part J.

Bushfire Attack Level (BAL)

The K-Series System has achieved a BAL 40 rating under the AS 1530.8.1-2007. This rating has been achieved using a specific group of materials and approved render system. This rating is related to a BAL 40 wall system not a wall panel only - please consult MasterWall Australia for further details

Wind Loading

K-Series fixed at 300mm centres on a 450mm centres timber stud frame achieves a static ultimate wind load of -2.7 kPa for all building classifications under AS4040.2

Cyclonic Rating

K-Series provides an alternative light-weight cladding option that can be used in cyclonic areas. The system has achieved a C4 rating. K-Series is rated to C4 under both AS4040.3 and BCA 2010. The C4 rated panel features a fiberglass reinforced, machine applied cementitious coating for added flexibility and strength. This coating is applied by MasterWall Australia at our Melbourne manufacturing plant.

Thermal Conductivity

The boards achieve a thermal conductivity of 0.024 W/m.K (insulant thickness 15–24 mm), 0.023 W/m.K (insulant thickness 25–44 mm), and 0.021 W/m.K (insulant thickness ≥ 45 mm).

Thermal Resistance

K-Series has two panel thickness options, 50mm @ R2.5mm, 80mm @ R4.0 (Thermal resistance or R–value varies with the thickness and is calculated by dividing the thickness of the board (expressed in metres) by the thermal conductivity (K) value for a given annual mean temperature).

Frequently Asked Questions

WHERE ARE K-SERIES AND OTHER MASTERWALL PRODUCTS MADE?

All of our MasterWall products are made in Melbourne, Australia.

WHAT SUBSTRATES CAN K-SERIES AND OTHER MASTERWALL PRODUCTS BE FIXED TO?

MasterWall can be fixed to brick walls, tilt-up walls, timber and steel frame or any structural substrate.

WHAT LEVEL OF FINISH CAN I EXPECT WHEN USING MASTERWALL?

Our default finish is specified Acratex render by MasterArt, Dulux, Taubmans, Wattyl, MAC and Sto mineral render system.

WHAT IS THE THERMAL RATING (R VALUE) OF K-SERIES?

The K-Series 80mm Kooltherm® panel has a very high R value of 4. This is significantly higher than other relatively common materials such as aerated concrete (R 0.78 for a 100mm block), weatherboard (R 0.55), brick veneer (R 0.51), solid brick (R 0.44 for 230mm thickness) and solid concrete (R 0.30 for 200mm thickness).

WHAT MATERIALS ARE USED TO CREATE K-SERIES PANELS?

K-Series is powered by Kingspan Kooltherm® panels to deliver exterior insulation systems with superior high performance.

DOES MASTERWALL OFFER ANY TECHNICAL ADVICE?

MasterWall Australia supports all of its products with a comprehensive Technical Advisory Service for specifiers, stockists and contractors. This includes a software-powered service designed to give fast, accurate technical advice. Simply phone the MasterWall Australia Technical Service Department with your project specifications. Calculations can be carried out to provide:
• Condensation (Dew Point) Risk Analysis, and/or
• Total Wall (RT) System Thermal Value
This way, the correct insulation thicknesses can be determined for any given project.

Learn More For more information on K-Series, or any other MasterWall products, you can download product brochures and construction manuals here. MasterWall products are available Australia-wide from retailers such as:

• Masterwall Australia
• Bowens
• Mitre 10
• Bunnings
• Home Hardware

To find your nearest K-Series stockists here. For any national technical or sales queries, contact us at MasterWall Australia: National phone: 03 9799 6565 Email: sales@masterwall.com.au