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Above: Resene Construction Systems
supplied and installed the Integra
lightweight concrete plaster facade
cladding that contributes to the solid
look of the home. This is finished in
a hand-applied Rockcote MultiStop
finishing render that also works well
on the indoor-outdoor areas at the
end of both public pavilions. The
Integra system combines rainscreen
cavity and flashing technology to
create an appealing facade that is
impervious to rain and wind.

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The rural setting called for a rustic, weathered
feel for the home’s exterior. A major contributor
to this, in terms of wall coverage alone, was the
principal cladding element. This had to exhibit
the look and warmth of classic plaster, but also
stand up to the rigours of New Zealand seasons,
and of rainy winters in particular.
To achieve the weatherproof functionality
and plaster look required, Design Construction
Home specified the Integra lightweight concrete
plaster facade system from Resene Construction
Systems, says the company’s general manager
Mike Olds.

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“The entire cladding system was supplied
and installed by our registered licensed building
practitioner Marc Sands of Bream Bay Coatings.
“Integra complements the natural stone and
weathered cedar highlights on the home’s exterior. It also combines the latest rainscreen cavity
and flashing technology to ensure durability
and performance – the patented EdgeSeal flashing locks out moisture and damp even when
the driving winter rain sets in. To achieve this,
the drained rainscreen facade technology incorporates a concealed drainage cavity of at least
20mm – this home has a 40mm cavity.”