Façade Systems

Installation Manual
REDArt® • BrickShield®
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Contents

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Stone Wool - The Benefits

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Façade Systems Overview

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Section 1:
Preparing the Substrate

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Section 2:
Installing the Insulation

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Section 3: R
Base Coat and Reinforcing Mesh

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Section 4: REDArt®
4.1 REDArt® Silicone . . . . . . . . 16
4.2 REDArt® Dash . . . . . . . . . . . 19
4.3 REDArt® Brick Effect . . . . . 21
Rendering Finishes

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Section 5: BrickShield®
Adhesive for Brick Slip Application

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Section 6: BrickShield®
Brick Slip Finishes

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Stone Wool - The Benefits Proudly manufactured

Stone Wool has a variety of natural mineral in Wales, ROCKWOOL
properties which provide the following insulation products are
key benefits: made from stone wool -
■  ire Resistance
F a blend of naturally
Exceptional fire protection for improved building and occurring volcanic
diabase rock.
occupant safety during and after the installation process

■  uperior Acoustics
S
Special fibrous nature of ROCKWOOL helps
reduce and dampen noise from both inside
and outside the building

■ Dimensional Stability
Made from stone it performs for the
lifetime of the building and does not
expand, contract or degrade, continuing
to perform year after year

■ Vapour Permeability
Because ROCKWOOL insulation can 'breathe', it can be
used in constructions which reduce the risk of condensation
by allowing natural drying out of the building fabric.

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 Façade Systems Overview
REDArt® • BrickShield®
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ROCKWOOL Façade
Systems comprise a REDArt® Systems
A reinforcing base coat is applied
decorative and protective to the surface of the insulation layer
finish applied onto a stone followed by the desired render
wool insulation layer. finishing. There are three finishes
available: Silicone, Brick Effect and
The REDArt® and BrickShield® systems Dry Dash aggregates.
are designed to significantly improve the
thermal performance and appearance of Walsall Estate - REDArt® Silicone and REDArt® Dash

a building.
This installation manual is a comprehensive BrickShield® System
guide to using REDArt® and BrickShield®
External Wall Insulation systems. Both the BrickShield® Natural Clay Brick Slips
systems comprise stone wool insulation are bonded to the insulation layer
which is mechanically and adhesively fixed with BrickShield® Adhesive and joints
to the substrate. pointed with BrickShield® BrickPoint
Pointing Mortar for a traditional
brick appearance.

Please ensure that you have an up-to-date

Kittfield Avenue - BrickShield®
specification from ROCKWOOL before
undertaking any installation of our systems.
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1. PREPARING 2. INSTALLING 3. REDART® 4.1 FINISHES 4.2 FINISHES 4.3 FINISHES 5. BRICKSHIELD® 6. FINISHES
SUBSTRATE INSULATION BASE COAT REDArt® Silicone REDArt® Dash REDArt® Brick Effect ADHESIVE BrickShield®
Section 1 1.1
Preparing the Substrate
1.1 Cleaning the Substrate
The surface should be thoroughly checked and prepared before any work
commences. Walls should be stable, dry and free from dirt, dust, old peeling paint
and other contaminants as these will reduce the adhesion of the board adhesive.
The recommended method is to wash the entire wall using a pressure washer or
mechanically (e.g. using a wire brush). If required, the façade should receive an
application of ROCKWOOL Fungicidal Wash.

1.2 Evaluating the Substrate

The substrate must be inspected to identify potential problem areas such as (but not 1.2
limited to) existing loose coatings or uneven surfaces. Where existing render coatings
are present these should be checked for loose or blown areas via a hammer test. All
identified areas must be removed and made level using a suitable levelling mortar.

It is recommended that render coatings are removed around window and door
jambs to expose the substrate and allow a secure bond. If present, old paint should
be checked for stability by running a sharp tool across its surface and applying and
removing adhesive tape. If the paint comes off in whole areas it should be completely
removed and thoroughly cleaned until the substrate is exposed.

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 1.3 Levelling the Substrate
1.4
ROCKWOOL Façade Systems will accommodate local deviations in the substrate of +/- 5mm.
If needed, the substrate can be levelled by using a suitable levelling mortar, or thicker
insulation boards.
Remember that when levelling, longer mechanical fixings may be required to ensure the correct
embedment depth is achieved.

1.4 Starter Track Installation

Starter tracks should be fixed prior to installing the insulation boards. Starter tracks must not be
fitted below the DPC line and must be a minimum of 150mm above ground level (unless specified
otherwise). Starter tracks are to be fitted using ROCKWOOL Base Profile Fixing Screws at maximum
300mm centres. Packers should be used on uneven substrates. Adjoining lengths must be
connected using ROCKWOOL Base Profile Connection Clips and levelled using a spirit level.
In addition, ROCKWOOL clip-on nosing must also be used to form a drip profile.
At internal and external corners, the starter track should be cut and mitred and a base profile
connection clip used.

1.5 External Fixtures and other Preparation Works

Treated timber pattress blocks must be installed at the fixing points for all external fixtures
including (but not limited to) washing lines, downpipes, and satellite dishes.
Window sills must be extended to ensure that they oversail the ROCKWOOL Façade System by
a minimum of 30mm. Boiler flues must be extended in accordance with current regulations
by certified operatives.
Any electrical cables that are to be hidden behind the insulation must be tested to ensure they
will still perform effectively after the insulation slab has been installed.

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Section 2
Installing the Insulation
2.1 Preparation of Board Adhesive
2.1
The temperature must not be below 5°C on a falling thermometer or below 3°C on a rising
thermometer (ensuring it rises above 5°C).

REDArt® Adhesive should be used in conjunction with all the REDArt® systems.

Use approximately 5.5 litres of cool, clean water for 25kg of dry substance.

BrickShield® Adhesive should be used in the BrickShield® system to bond the brick slips to the
insulation boards.

Use approximately 4 to 4.5 litres of water for 25kg of dry substance.

REDArt® Adhesive and BrickShield® Adhesive

Leave for 5 minutes and then stir again before applying. The product is suitable for use for up
to 3 hours. During use, mix it every 30 minutes.

The adhesive can be applied covering the whole surface of the board or in a perimeter with
dabs. It should cover not less than 40% of the board surface.

Do not apply in poor weather conditions.

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2.2 Applying Board Adhesive to Insulation
2.2
The insulation board surface must be cleaned of dust and loose material.

REDArt® System DUAL DENSITY SLAB - 1200 x 600mm

Insulation Board Ensure the board adhesive is applied to the rear face/softer
side of the insulation. The outer face/harder side is labelled
‘This Side Up.’

BrickShield® System FAÇADE ULTRA SLAB - 1000 x 500mm
Insulation Board

The board adhesive can be applied in two ways:

If no levelling is required, the adhesive should be applied using a full comb method. Apply
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the board adhesive to the insulation using a 10mm notched trowel. Leave ridges in the
board adhesive and ensure the slab face is fully covered.

If localised levelling is required, the adhesive should be applied using the ribbon and dab
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method.It should be noted that when using the ribbon method, the maximum that can be
added to the back of the board is 15mm. Any more than this and the specified fixing will
not achieve the correct embedment depth. Apply a tight scratch coat to the perimeter
of the insulation and also at the locations of the dabs to improve adhesion. Place a band
of adhesive 50mm wide to the perimeter and a minimum of 3 additional dabs across the
centre. A minimum of 40% of the board face must be covered.

Adhesive applied to the perimeter of the board must be applied in a uniform manner
to ensure it does not extend into the board joints when fixed to the wall.

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2.3 Fixing the Insulation 2.4 Fixing Insulation around Openings
Once the board adhesive has been applied, the insulation should be At window and door openings flag or 'L' cuts should be used to ensure
attached to the substrate at the required location. Push into place and that there is no vertical or horizontal board joint at the corner of the
adjust by tapping with a flat trowel. The board should be tightly butt- opening. The insulation board should be a minimum distance of 200mm
jointed to ensure no gaps are left. Any mortar that squeezes through the from the corner of the opening
board joint should be removed to prevent cold bridging (and potential to the insulation edge. Where the
cracking of the finished render in the REDArt® Systems). 2.4
opening is to receive insulation
DO NOT attempt to correct the position of the insulation after it has to the reveal/jamb, the main
been installed for a few minutes as this will break the adhesive bond. insulation should oversail the
reveal insulation.
Install the insulation from the starter track and then work up the building
façade. Board joints should be installed with vertical staggered joints
(brick bond). Board joints at corners should be staggered in a break bond
format.
DO NOT install boards less than 200mm in diameter width or height.

2.3

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2.5 Checking the Level 2.6 Sealing Tape 2.7 Infilling Gaps
of the Insulation Boards between Insulation Boards
The surface of the insulation should be ROCKWOOL Sealing Tape must be installed Gaps between insulation boards larger
checked for plumb, level and flushness at all junctions of the insulation and building than 2mm should be filled using strips of
using a long spirit level. components, i.e. window frames, door ROCKWOOL insulation.
frames, window sills, etc.
Filling of the joints with mortar or foam
Sealing tape should also to be installed is not acceptable as this may cause cold
around all punctures through the system, bridging (and potential cracking of the
such as boiler flues, pattresses, air brick finished render in the REDArt® Systems).
extenders, etc.

2.5 2.6 2.7

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2.8 Mechanical Fixing
Masonry Sheathing boards (REDArt® Systems only)
Holes should be drilled through the insulation into the substrate using The fixing is in two parts using a separate screw and washer. The screw
the correct type of drill for the substrate. The embedment depth of the length must be the insulation thickness + sheathing board thickness +
fixing is stated in the project specification. When drilling always drill 10mm 15mm. Insert the screw into the washer and drive it carefully into the
deeper to ensure debris does not interfere with the fixing. Holes should sheathing board. The fixing head should be flush with the insulation.
be drilled in the pattern stated in the project specification. See diagram
Fixings should not be overdriven as this will cause indentation of the
2.8 for fixing pattern for both Dual Density Slab and Façade Ultra Slab.
insulation. Where this has occurred, and the fixing has been overdriven
The fixing should be carefully inserted into the hole with the centre board by more than 5mm, it is deemed to be unsuitable and should be
hammered or screwed in (dependent on fixing). The fixing head should removed and a new fixing installed adjacent to it.
be flush with the insulation. Do not overdrive fixings as this indents
If it isn't possible to remove the fixing a reinforcing patch of meshcloth
the insulation. If a fixing is overdriven by more than 5mm, it is deemed
should be installed over both fixings.
unsuitable and should be removed and a new fixing installed adjacent to
it. If it isn't possible to remove the fixing a reinforcing patch of meshcloth
should be installed over both fixings.

2.8

Dual Density Slab Façade Ultra Slab

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Section 3
REDArt® Base Coat and Reinforcing Mesh
3.1 Preparation of Base Coat
3.1
Please ensure the correct base coat is being used for the specified render finish.

REDArt® Silicone, Dash and Brick Effect Systems use REDArt® Base Coat Plus as a mesh
reinforced base coat.

Base coats should be properly prepared by thoroughly mixing a full 25kg bag with 5 litres of
clean cool water. Slowly pour the contents of the bag into a container with the correct amount
of clean water stated above and stir thoroughly with a slow-speed drill until an even paste
consistency is achieved.

Leave for 10 minutes and then stir again before use. Do not add any more water. The product
is suitable for use for up to 3 hours. During application, mix the mortar every 30 minutes.

Additional water must NOT be added to the mortar once mixed.

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3.2 Corner Beads and Stress Patches
Stress Patches Corner Beads and other Associated Products
Stress patches must be a minimum size of 250mm x 500mm and Corner beads should be installed using small dabs of base coat to
installed at all corners of openings at 45°C. These should be installed all external corners of insulation slab. Adjust to ensure a good line
with a thin layer of base coat ensuring the base coat is trowelled into and level. Other beads and trims, such as expansion joints, should
the insulation surface. be installed at the same time.
Stress patches must also be installed over any pattress blocks and at the When installing beads with no integral mesh it is advisable to run a
point of any penetration through the system. These must be a minimum 150mm strip of mesh over the leg to ensure correct coverage of the
of 100mm larger than the feature and installed at 45°C. main reinforcing mesh is achieved.

3.2

3.3 Installing Base Coat and Reinforcement Mesh

The temperature must not be below 5°C on a falling thermometer or below 3°C on a rising thermometer (ensuring it rises above 5°C). There must be
no risk of frost within 48 hours of application. The surface of the insulation must be free from dust and loose particles.

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Reinforcing Mesh
This must be applied whilst the base coat is still wet as detailed below. ROCKWOOL Universal Mesh 3.3
must be installed evenly over the surface ensuring there are no waves or bumps. The reinforcing mesh
should not be installed directly on to the surface of the insulation.

ROCKWOOL Universal Mesh has two red bands that follow the first 100mm of either side of the mesh.
The reinforcing mesh must have a minimum 100mm overlap at all vertical and horizontal joints and
must cover the complete facade, including reveals at openings.

There are two methods of applying the base coat and reinforcement mesh:

Method 1 - Single Coat

The base coat is applied using a flat trowel at a depth of approximately 5mm ensuring it is pressed into
the insulation surface to improve adhesion. Using a 10mm notched trowel, create ridges in the base
coat removing any excess material. Gently press the reinforcing mesh into the base coat to secure its
position. Whilst still wet, with a flat trowel draw the base coat through the mesh to ensure it is fully
covered. The base coat should have a finished thickness of 5 to 6mm, be left smooth and level with no
trowel lines and with the reinforcing mesh in the outer third. Do not use a sponge float.

Method 2 - Two Coats

The base coat is applied using a flat trowel at a depth of approximately 5mm ensuring it is pressed into
the insulation surface to improve adhesion. Using a 10mm notched trowel, create ridges in the base
coat removing any excess material. Gently press the reinforcing mesh into the base coat to secure its
position. After the first coat has set (at least 48 hours) apply a second tight coat ensuring the mesh is
fully covered. The base coat should have a finished thickness of 6mm to 8mm, be left smooth and level
with no trowel lines and with the reinforcing mesh in the outer third. Do not use a sponge float.

A tight 1mm layer of base coat MUST NOT be applied to the finished base to remove minor
deviations as this will debond during curing.

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Section 4.1 Mechanical Fixing

REDArt® Silicone Finish ROCKWOOL Stone Wool Insulation

REDArt® Base Coat Plus

4.1.1 Applying Priming Coat with Mesh Reinforcement

REDArt® Silicone Primer must be used in conjunction

with REDArt® Silicone Finish.

The surface of the base coat must be primed prior to the

application of the finish coat to ensure optimum adhesion.
Where coloured renders are used, the priming coat must be
coloured to match.

Leave the base coat to cure for a minimum of 48 hours prior to

application of the priming coats (this may need extending in
adverse weather). The primer can be applied using a brush or
roller. It must be uniform and applied to the complete area. REDArt®
Adhesive
The primer must not be diluted as this deteriorates the
bonding properties.

REDArt®
Silicone Top Coat

REDArt®
Silicone Primer

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4.1.2 Preparation of Top Coat
4.1.2
Leave the priming coat to dry for a minimum of 24 hours prior to the application of the
REDArt® Silicone Top Coat. It is important that the scaffold is cleaned and all site dust and
rubbish is removed.

Each elevation must be finished using material from the same production batch to ensure
consistency of colour. Where different production batches are to be used, the material should
be mixed together in a large tub.

Gently mix each tub using a slow rotational mixer to disperse the aggregate. If water
is required to be mixed with the top coat then a maximum of 200ml should be added
to each bucket.

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4.1.3 Application of Top Coat
4.1.3
Weather conditions must be closely monitored as the top coat cures through the evaporation
of moisture. The temperature must not be below 5°C on a falling thermometer or below 3°C
on a rising thermometer (ensuring it rises above 5°C). There must be no risk of frost within 48
hours of application. The finish coat must be suitably protected against rain, strong winds or
rain and high exposure to the sun.

Apply the REDArt® Silicone Top Coat to the wall at a thickness equal to the grain size using
either a steel trowel or plastic float.

It is important that all operatives use the same trowel type.

Ensure adequate coverage of the base coat is achieved and any excess material is removed.
In order to avoid any visible lines, a sufficient number of operatives must be used to ensure
that a wet on wet application is achieved with no breaks during the application.

Texture the top coat using a plastic float while the top coat is still wet. Ensuring constant and
consistent pressure is applied, rub the float over the surface in a circular motion. During this
process, excess material from the top coat will be removed. This must not be re-used.

Once a consistent and acceptable finish has been achieved, lightly rub the float over the
surface in a figure of eight to remove any lines.

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Section 4.2 Mechanical Fixing

REDArt® Dash Finish ROCKWOOL Stone Wool Insulation

REDArt® Base Coat Plus

4.2.1 Preparation of Dashing Mortar with Mesh Reinforcement

REDArt® Dash Receiver should be properly prepared by thoroughly

mixing a full bag of the specified colour with 4.5 to 5 litres of clean,
cool water using a slow rotation drill with a suitable mixer. After
achieving a homogenous mix, free from lumps, leave for 5 minutes
and then mix again. Once prepared it should be used within 1 hour,
mixing every 30 minutes.

Additional water must NOT be added to the mortar once mixed.

4.2.1
REDArt®
Adhesive

Dry Dash
Finish

Dash
Receiver

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4.2.2 Preparation of Spar Dashing Aggregate
4.2.3
Bags of spar dashing aggregate should be opened and emptied into a large self-draining tub.
Wash the aggregate with cool, clean water to remove any dirt and dust and allow to dry.

4.2.3 Installing Dashing Mortar

Weather conditions must be closely monitored during the application of the dashing mortar.
The temperature must not be below 5°C on a falling thermometer or below 3°C on a rising
thermometer (ensuring it rises above 5°C). There must be no risk of frost within 48 hours
of application.

Install REDArt® Dash Receiver using a metal trowel to a thickness of 6mm to 8mm with a
level finish.

4.2.4
4.2.4 Installing Spar Dash Aggregate
While the REDArt® Dash Receiver is still soft, apply 3mm to 8mm of spar dash aggregate
onto the receiver using a hawking trowel.

For best results, flick the wrist with the trowel parallel to the render at the time the aggregate
is released.

Aggregate that falls and does not stick can be reused providing it is cleaned as set out in
section 4.2.2.

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Section 4.3 Mechanical Fixing

REDArt® Brick Effect Finish ROCKWOOL Stone Wool Insulation

REDArt® Base Coat Plus

4.3.1 Preparation of Brick Effect Base Coat with Mesh Reinforcement

REDArt® Brick Effect Base Coat should be properly prepared by

thoroughly mixing a full bag of the specified base coat with 4.4
to 5 litres of clean, cool water using a slow rotation drill with a
suitable mixer. After achieving a homogenous mix, free from lumps,
leave for 5 minutes and then mix again. Once prepared it should be
used within 1 hour, mixing every 30 minutes.

Additional water must NOT be added to the mortar once mixed.

4.3.1
REDArt®
Adhesive

Brick Effect
Finish

Brick Effect
Base Coat

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4.3.2 Installing Brick Effect Base Coat
4.3.2
Weather conditions must be closely monitored during the application of the REDArt® Brick Effect
Base Coat. The temperature must not be below 5°C on a falling thermometer or below 3°C on a
rising thermometer (ensuring it rises above 5°C). There must be no risk of frost within 48 hours
of application.

Install REDArt® Brick Effect Base Coat using a metal trowel to a thickness of 6 to 8mm with a level
finish. Allow to stiffen before the application of the REDArt® Brick Effect Top Coat. It must not be
allowed to set prior to the application of the finish coat.

4.3.3 Preparation of Brick Effect Top Coat

4.3.3
REDArt® Brick Effect Top Coat should be properly prepared by thoroughly mixing a full bag of the
specified finish coat with 4.4 to 5 litres of clean, cool water using a slow rotation drill with a suitable
mixer. After achieving a homogenous mix, free from lumps, leave for 5 minutes and then mix again.
Once prepared it should be used within 1 hour, mixing every 30 minutes.

Additional water must NOT be added to the mortar once mixed.

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4.3.4 Installing Brick Effect Top Coat
4.3.4
Weather conditions must be closely monitored during the application of the REDArt® Brick Effect
Top Coat. The temperature must not be below 5°C on a falling thermometer or below 3°C on a
rising thermometer (ensuring it rises above 5°C). There must be no risk of frost within 48 hours
of application.

Apply REDArt® Brick Effect Top Coat onto the stiffened REDArt® Brick Effect Base Coat using
a metal trowel to a thickness of 3 to 5mm with a level finish. Once applied, create texture using
a brush or roller to achieve the desired effect.

Once it has hardened it should be raked out to create the agreed brick effect pattern ensuring
that no more than 1mm of the REDArt® Brick Effect Base Coat is removed during this process.

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Section 5
BrickShield® Adhesive
for Brick Slips Application
5.1 Application of BrickShield® Adhesive
5.1
Application of the brick slips should be commenced at the most visible outside corner using
the appropriate BrickShield® Adhesive Mortar, generally Rapid Adhesive for corners, window
and door reveals and Standard Adhesive for the infill.

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BrickShield® Rapid Adhesive Mortar is applied to the ROCKWOOL Façade Ultra Slab to
a depth of usually 2-6 mm using a 6mm serrated trowel. This gives an approximate application
rate of 5.0 kg/m² for a 20kg bag. Mix with 4.4 litres of water. Once mixed the mortar has a
working time of 30 minutes at 20°C.

DO NOT re-mix or re-wet the adhesive.

BrickShield® Standard Adhesive Mortar is applied to the ROCKWOOL Façade Ultra

to a depth of usually 2-6 mm using a 6mm serrated trowel. This gives an application rate of
5.0 kg/m² for a 20kg bag. Mix with 5 litres of water. Once mixed the mortar has a working
time of 60 minutes at 20°C.

DO NOT re-mix or re-wet the adhesive.

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Fixing

Section 6
ROCKWOOL
Stone Wool
Insulation
BrickShield® Finish BrickShield®
Adhesive

6.1 Application of BrickShield® Brick Slips

Starting at the base-track level install the slips using the BrickShield®
Rapid Set Mortar.

Very important - remember to work out the levels and spacings

of the slips before you start.

Place packers in between each slip to ensure that there is no

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movement and the gap between each of the slips is maintained

Embed the pistols onto the corners using
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the BrickShield® Rapid Set Mortar

Using the packers to ensure line
■ 
6.1
and level
Apply the brick slips to the infill areas
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using the BrickShield® Standard

Adhesive Mortar
Ensure that packers are used to
■  Brick Slips
maintain line and level
Once the mortar has dried then
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remove the packers.

BrickShield®
Adhesive
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Very important - movement joints in the main structure must be continued through
to the surface of the cladding system. Movement joints should be included in the 6.2
BrickShield® system where the length of uninterrupted walling clad exceeds 6-7metres
long and every two storeys horizontally.

The width of the movement joint should be approximately 10mm and filled with a
proprietary non-hardening sealant.

6.2 Application of BrickShield® BrickPoint Pointing Mortar

BrickShield® BrickPoint Pointing Mortar is supplied as powder to be mixed with cool, clean
water on site. The joints between the brick slips are finished with BrickShield® BrickPoint
for a beautiful brick finish.

Before pointing commences it is recommended that water is applied to the edge of the slips.
This can be applied using a fine mist spray. This will reduce the amount of pointing mortar
that will potentially stain the Brick-slips. It also prevents shrinkage cracking by controlling the 6.3
suction from the brickslip. Pointing can be completed by a hand pointing gun or using
an electric pointing machine.

Allow at least 3 hours before pointing.

6.3 Reveal Trims and Sills

Reveal trims and extended sills are fitted as required.

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Systems product or service, contact our helpful
Technical Services team:

Tel: 01656 868 445

Email: [email protected]

Visit our website for further information on insulation

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ROCKWOOL Limited reserves the right to alter or amend the specification of products without
notice as our policy is one of constant improvement. The information contained in this brochure
is believed to be correct at the date of publication. Whilst ROCKWOOL will endeavour to
keep its publications up to date, readers will appreciate that between publications there
may be pertinent changes in the law, or other developments affecting the accuracy of the
information contained in this brochure. The applications referred to within the brochure do
not necessarily represent an exhaustive list of applications for ROCKWOOL external wall
systems. ROCKWOOL Limited does not accept responsibility for the consequences of using
ROCKWOOL external wall systems in applications different from those described within this
brochure. Expert advice should be sought where such different applications are contemplated,
or where the extent of any listed application is in doubt.
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