COVERTEK 215
Versatile self-supporting synthetic roof underlay.
Covertek 215 is an economic, versatile lightweight roof underlay designed as a superior alternative to bituminous building paper when a fire-retardant underlay is NOT required. Covertek 215 is shrink-resistant and lightweight making it easy to handle and install.
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Product Specifications
Covertek 215 comes in two roll sizes:
| Width | Length | Coverage |
|---|---|---|
| 1350mm wide | 18.6m long | 25m² Coverage* |
| 1350mm wide | 37m long | 50m² Coverage* |
* Note: m² is the roll size for actual coverage, allow for laps and joins.
Scope of use
- Suitable with masonry tile, metal tile and profiled metal roof cladding.
- Suitable for timber or steel framed buildings.
- Self-supporting in roof pitch application greater than or equal a 10 degrees (Refer to installation guide)
- Will provide temporary weather protection during construction (maximum 7 days), same day coverage recommended.
- Covertek 215 may be installed during adverse conditions (rain/snow) without affecting durability or performance.
- Suitable for use under dark coloured roofs.
General
- Covertek 215 is NOT fire retardant.
- Unaffected by LOSP or other solvent based treated timber. However, LOSP or other solvent based treated timber must have sufficient time for the solvent chemical to flash off in a well ventilated area. Recommended minimum 7 days.
- Tear resistant and strong.
Limitations
- Cannot be used as a wall underlay.
- Must NOT be exposed to the weather or UV for more than 7 days.
- Covertek 215 has an AS1530 Part 2 flammability index of greater than 5.
Compliance
Designed for use as a roof underlay within the following scope:
- The scope limitations of NZBC Acceptable Solution E2/AS1, Paragraph 1.1, with regards to building height and floor plan area.
- Situated in NZS3604 Wind Zones up to, and including, 'Extra High' (ROOF ONLY).
- Refer BRANZ Appraisal No 1229 (2023) for full details.
Durability
Contributes to meeting the Performance Requirements of NZBC Clauses B2, Durability (B2.3.1 (a) 50 years, B2.3.1 (b) 15 years and B2.3.2), E2 External Moisture E2.3.2) and F2 Hazardous Building Materials F2.3.1, providing:
- It is not damaged.
- Is installed in accordance with instructions.
- Is not left exposed for more than 7 days (roof), same day coverage recommended.
- Is installed by or under guidance of Licensed Building Practitioners.
- Is compatible with roofing system used.*
* Note: specifiers and product user must test for wall cladding system compatibility with the underlay before installation.
Control of Condensation
In climatic regions where condensation risks are high, such as cold or high humidity areas, care needs to be taken in specifying the correct design and installation to prevent moisture build-up in the roof cavities.
Factors which adversely affect the condensation risk in roofing systems include:
- Humid, and/or cold climatic regions.
- Warm/Skillion roof construction.
- Low roof cavity air volume and restricted air movement.
- Omitting Vapour Control Layers.
- Occupancy activities which have high moisture loading on conditioned spaces.
- Ceiling penetrations and entry of warm air into roof cavities.
- Low pitched roof.
- Bulk insulation.
- Building structures ability to naturally dry construction moisture.
Skillion and Warm Roof Construction are particularly sensitive to moisture accumulation and the design and installation of roof construction needs to take into account the higher condensation risks. Refer to the NZ Metal Roof and Wall Cladding Code of Practice for details.
For passive ventilation of the roof space, it is recommended that all roof underlays are terminated at the ridge, and if not it should be slit or slotted to allow for passive ventilation. For further information refer to the NZ Metal Roof and Wall Cladding Code of Practice.
Product Warranty
Standard Thermakraft warranty applies. Refer to Kingspan Insulation Warranty Statement for further details. This item is available online here or call 0800 806 595.
Product Performance
| NZBC E2/AS1 Table 23 (NZ2295)Wall Underlay Properties | Absorbency* | Vapour Resistance | pH of Extract | Shrinkage | Water Resistance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Property Performance Requirement | ≥ 150gsm | ≤ 7MN.s/g | ≥ 5.5 and ≤ 8 | ≤ 0.5% | ≥ 100mm |
| Property Performance | Pass* | Pass | Pass | Pass | Pass |
* Absorbency test done by BRANZ using section 8 of Study Report SR228 (2010).
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