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Polyfoam Linerboard

For thermal insulation and internal lining of walls

Description

Polyfoam Linerboard is a laminate of Polyfoam high performance, 100% ozone friendly, extruded polystyrene, rigid insulation board and plasterboard.

Polyfoam Linerboard utilises tapered edge plasterboard.

Application

Polyfoam Linerboard is used for the thermal insulation and lining of external walls.

Polyfoam Linerboard is recommended for the following wall constructions:

  • Internal insulation and lining of external masonry walls in new build or refurbishment
  • Internal insulation and lining of timber frame walls in new build or refurbishment
  • Internal insulation and lining of rafters in new build or refurbishment

Standards

Polyfoam Linerboard is manufactured in accordance with BSI Quality Assurance Standard BS EN ISO 9001: 2000.

Durability

The continuous service temperature limits of Polyfoam Linerboard are -50 to +75º C.

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Performance

Thermal Peformance

The extruded polystyrene in Polyfoam Linerboard has a thermal conductivity of 0.030 W/mK and the plasterboard has a thermal conductivity of 0.19 W/mK.

Fire Performance

The plasterboard facing is classified as Class 1 Surface Spread of Flame to BS476: Part 7: 1987.

Benefits
  • Facing and insulation in one sheet results in fast installation
  • Simple drylining techniques used for fixing and finishing boards
  • Robust nature of Polyfoam supports plasterboard, improving its impact performance
  • Excellent thermal performance
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Environmental

Polyfoam Linerboard is free from CFCs, HCFCs and any other material with ozone depletion potential in its manufacture and content and represents no known threat to the environment. The extruded polystyrene in Polyfoam Linerboard is non biodegradable.

Polyfoam Linerboard  is 100% recyclable.

Compression resistance

The rigidity of the Polyfoam board behind the plasterboard will offer an excellent support to the finished internal lining and assist in the resistance of impact, helping to prolong its service life.

Moisture resistance

Walls should be sound and weatherproof before applying a thermal plasterboard laminate. Damp walls could have a detrimental effect on adhesive performance.

When lining internal walls in refurbishment projects the existing wall is often in a state of disrepair, which can mean dampness. The Polyfoam insulation backing to the plasterboard is resistant to moisture absorption and can offer the best piece of mind solution for an application where potential moisture ingress is a concern. If in any doubt about adhesive use mechanical fixings.

Fire Performance

Polyfoam Linerboard consists of a 9.5mm plasterboard which offers excellent fire performance as a facing material and Polyfoam insulation which contains a flame retardant to inhibit localised ignition.

When installed on dabs a secondary mechanical fixing in the top corners of each board will ensure the integrity of the internal finish during evacuation in case of fire.

Handling and storage

The boards are easy to handle and nonirritant, no special protective clothing is required when installing them.

Polyfoam Linerboard is supplied on pallets, labelled with identifying product and manufacturing data.

Ensure the boards are not stored close to open flame or other ignition source, also avoid volatile compounds and chemicals such as solvents.

Polyfoam products should not be left exposed to prolonged sunlight as this will result in surface degradation. Where outside storage for extended periods is required cover with opaque/light coloured sheeting.

Product Data

Thickness (mm) Thermal conductivity (W/mK) Thermal resistance (m2K/W) Nominal Density of Insulation (kg/m3) Minimum Compressive Strength (kPa) Water Vapour Resistivity (MNs/gm) Moisture Absorption (by vol.) Length (mm) Width (mm)
45.5/9.5 0.030/0.19 1.55 30 200 480 0.30% 2400 1200
36/9.5 0.030/0.19 1.25 30 200 480 0.30% 2400 1200
30.5/9.5 0.030/0.19 1.05 30 200 480 0.30% 2400 1200
25.5/9.5 0.030/0.19 0.85 30 200 480 0.30% 2400 1200
17.5/9.5 0.030/0.19 0.55 30 200 480 0.30% 2400 1200
All dimensions are nominal

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