Product Class

Product Description

Scope of use

• Is suitable for use as an interior floor, wall & ceiling covering
• Is suitable for high-traffic areas
• Is suitable for use with underfloor heating systems
• Is suitable for use in wet areas such as kitchens and laundries
• Is suitable for use in both residential and commercial applications
• Is suitable for providing additional sound reduction for floors with adjoining tenancies
• Is not recommended for use in wet areas such as bathrooms.
• Is not suitable for exterior use
• Is expected to change colour with UV exposure, this is not considered a defect but a natural occurrence
• Must be installed in accordance with VidaSpace installation guidelines
• Must be acclimatised to reach equilibrium with the area that it is to be installed
• Must be cleaned and maintained in accordance with the VidaCare Guide

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, B2.3.1(c)

  Contribution to B2.3.1(c)(i) and (ii): VidaPlank has a 25 year finish resistance warranty for residential use and a 5 year finish resistance warranty for commercial use. VidaPlank also has a lifetime structural warranty. Refer to the warranty documentation for further information. VidaSpace also provides and recommends a cleaning system range called WoodClinic.

• Clause C3 Fire affecting areas beyond the fire source: Performance C3.4, C3.4(b)

  Contribution to C3.4(a) and (b): VidaPlank has a CRF of >2.2kW/m2, due to it being thicker than 12mm and >400kg/m3 in density. Please refer to Appendix C/VM2, Table B1, Page 71. It also achieves a European Reaction to Fire classification of Dfl-S1. VidaPlank can achieve a Group 1-S rating for use on walls and ceilings when an intumescent coating is applied such as Zone 92.

• Clause D1 Access routes: Performance D1.3.3, D1.3.3(d)

  Contribution to D1.3.3: VidaPlank™ has slip resistance rating of Classification F, Mean COF 0.70 for Dry Test and Classification Y, Pendulum Mean 30 BPN for Wet Test. When combined with an appropriate nosing, VidaPlank™ can be used in commercial stair applications. Refer to the VidaSpace Stair Design Guide for further information.

• Clause E3 Internal moisture: Performance E3.3.3, E3.3.5, E3.3.6

  Contribution to E3.3.3, E3.3.5, E3.3.6: VidaPlank™ has a 7 layer lacquer coating system that is impervious and easily cleaned.D4 PVA can be used in the joins 1.5m from sanitary fixtures and around the perimeter to show compliance to E3. Suitable for use in kitchens, laundries & powder rooms - refer to the E3 documentation (VidaSpace NZ Building Code Compliance Guide).

• Clause F2 Hazardous building materials: Performance F2.3.1

  Contribution to F2.3.1: VidaPlank™ is safe when handled and has passed VOC Emission tests. There are no requirements for this product in order to comply with Acceptable Solution F2/AS1, First Edition Amendment 3, 2017. Refer to the VOC Emission test documentation. Achieves an E1 rating when tested to EN717-1.

• Clause G6 Airborne and impact sound: Performance G6.3.1, G6.3.2

  Contribution to G6.3.1, G6.3.2: VidaPlank™ can be installed on acoustic underlay as a system suitable for multi-tenanted buildings. Refer to the build-up guide documents and Acoustic test documents. VidaSpace recommends our WoodClinic Recycled Rubber Acoustic Underlay which helps exceed STC55 and IIC55.

Evidence

The product meets the requirements set out in the following documents, or relevant parts of cited standards within the documents:

The product meets the requirements set out in the following Building Code Clauses.

B2 Durability — B2.3.1 (c)

C3 Fire affecting areas beyond the fire source — C3.4 (b)

D1 Access Routes — D1.3.3 (d)

E3 Internal moisture — E3.3.3, E3.3.5, E3.3.6

F2 Hazardous building materials — F2.3.1

G6 Airborne and impact sound — G6.3.1, G6.3.2

Supporting evidence

The product has and can make available the following additional evidence to support the above statements:

Product Criteria

Design requirements

VidaPlank™ is an engineered timber flooring product that is suitable for residential and commercial applications. Designed in New Zealand and manufactured in Italy using a multi-ply construction, consisting of a European Oak wear layer and water-boil proof (WBP) birch ply backing. Suitable for underfloor heating (UFH) up to 27oc.VidaPlank is suitable to be used on interior floors, walls and ceilings. T&G construction profile on four sides. VidaPlank™ comes in 10 colours, finished in a water-based UV matte lacquer and is available in 5 Styles: 

• VidaPlank™ Fresco | 152 x 15 x 1850-2350mm | Brushed | Character Grade
• VidaPlank™ Lusso | 192 x 15 x 1850-2350mm | Brushed | Light Character/Character Grade
• VidaPlank™ Lusso Wide | 242 x 15 x 1850-2350mm | Brushed | Light Character/Character Grade
• VidaPlank™ Rustico | 192 x 15 x 1850-2350mm | Band Sawn | Rustic Grade
• VidaPlank™ Parquet | 120 x 15 x 600mm | Brushed | Select Grade

Installation requirements

• We recommend VidaPlank timber floors are installed by an experienced timber floor installer, with certifications such as ATFA
• All VidaPlank timber floors must be installed in accordance with our Glue Down Installation Guide - Engineered Wood Flooring. Download can be found here - www.vidaspace.co.nz/downloads-resources#Installation
• All VidaPlank timber floors must be installed in accordance with VidaSpace NZ Building Code Compliance Guide for Timber Flooring - Ver 004
• If installing VidaPlank on Walls or Ceilings it must be installed in accordance with our T&G Timber Installation Guide - Internal Walls & Ceilings
• Specify the correct Flooring Installation products using our Masterspec Work Section 6312VS VidaSpace Timber Overlay Flooring System

Maintenance requirements

Maintenance is necessary for this product’s ongoing compliance. Please refer to the latest version of our VidaCare Guide for in-Depth cleaning and maintenance instructions that can be found here - www.vidaspace.co.nz/downloads-resources#Care-Maintenance

Warrantees

All VidaSpace products must be installed by a competent installer/contractor who has the necessary skills and experience and can take individual site circumstances into account. VidaSpace warranty will apply only to projects which have been installed, handled and maintained to industry best practice and New Zealand Building Code requirements. It is the responsibility of the specifier to determine the product is suitable and compliant for the application.

VidaPlank has a Lifetime Structural Warranty and a 5 Year Commercial Finish Warranty & a 25 Year Residential Finish Warranty.

Please see warranty documentation on VidaSpace website for full details - www.vidaspace.co.nz/downloads-resources#Product-Warranties

Company Product Information

Environmental

CE Marking: CE Marking is a certification for products sold in the European Economic Area(EEA) that ensures they meet safety and environmental standards. It signifies compliance with EU regulations and allows free movement of goods within the EEA. Products displaying the CE Mark have undergone testing and conform to essential health, safety, and environmental protection requirements.

CARB II - TSA Title VI: CARB II (California Air Resources Board Phase 2) and TSA Title VI (Toxic Substances Control Act Title VI) certifications are related to formaldehyde emissions incomposite wood products, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations. These certifications confirm that wood-based materials meet specific emission limits for formaldehyde, contributing to indoor air quality and environmental protection.

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Product Identifier

VS6701-LU, VS6701-PA, VS6701-FR, VS6702-LU, VS6702-PA, VS6702-LW, VS6702-RU, VS6702-FR, VS6703-LU, VS6703-PA, VS6703-LW, VS6703-RU, VS6703-FR, VS6704-LU, VS6704-PA, VS6704-LW, VS6704-FR, VS6705-LU, VS6705-PA, VS6705-FR, VS6706-LU, VS6706-PA, VS6706-FR, VS6707-LU, VS6707-PA, VS6707-FR, VS6708-LU, VS6708-PA, VS6708-FR, VS6709-LU, VS6709-PA, VS6709-LW, VS6709-RU, VS6709-FR, VS6710-LU, VS6710-PA, VS6710-RU, VS6710-FR

Warnings

This product has no warnings associated with it.