Technical Statement
Product Description
Scope of use
ARDEX WPM 002 is suitable for both residential and commercial applications for internal wet areas, balconies, decks, and other areas that will be otherwise protected from regular foot traffic.
ARDEX WPM 002 can be applied upon concrete, renders and screeds, fibre cement, plasterboard, plywood and particleboard substrates, and used for permanent immersion applications.
For further details regarding varying applications of ARDEX WPM 002, please refer to the WPM 002 Datasheet on www.ardex.co.nz, or contact the ARDEX Technical Support Team on 0800 227 339.
New Zealand Building Code (NZBC)
The product will, if employed in accordance with the supplier's installation and maintenance requirements, assist with meeting the following provisions of the building code:
- Clause B2 Durability: Performance B2.3.1(b)
- Clause E3 Internal moisture: Performance E3.3.6
- Clause F2 Hazardous building materials: Performance F2.3.1
Supporting evidence
The product has and can make available the following additional evidence to support the above statements:
Product Criteria
Design requirements
ARDEX WPM 002 is designed to be used to create a waterproof membrane upon a wall and/or floor to prevent damage to building areas and adjoining areas.
ARDEX WPM 002 is designed to be used where a quicker curing time is required.
ARDEX WPM 002 is designed to be protected from physical damage by the application of ceramic or stone tile finishes.
Installation requirements
For preparation and application details on specific substrates, please refer to the WPM 002 Datasheet, or contact ARDEX Technical Services on 0800 227 339.
ARDEX WPM 002 is required to be installed by ARDEX Approved Applicators.
Maintenance requirements
No maintenance of the membrane will be required provided substrate movement does not occur and the tile finish is still intact. Regular checks of the tiled area must be made to ensure they are sound and will not allow moisture to penetrate. Any cracks or damage must be repaired immediately by repairing the tiles, grouts and sealants.
In the event of damage to the membranes, the tiling must be removed and the membrane repaired by removing the damaged portion and applying as for new work.
Drainage outlets must be maintained to operate effectively, and ceramic or stone tile finishes must be kept clean.
Environmental
ARDEX WPM 002 meets the Green Building Council
of Australia Green Star IEQ-13 requirements for
Architectural Sealant when tested in accordance with
SCAQMD Method 304-91 Determination of Volatile
Organic Compounds (VOC) in Various Materials as
referenced by South Coast Air Quality Management
Division (SCAQMD) Rule 1168.
Quality Assurance
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ISO 9001 (Quality Management) |
Relationships
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New Zealand Made |
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Member of New Zealand Green Building Council |
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Date last validated:
15 August 2022 |
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Date last updated:
15 August 2022 |