PRODUCT
SPECIFICATION
July 2012
TM
EasyLap
panel
Introduction
The following information outlines the specifications for the James Hardie EasyLapTM panel that can be included into a
project specification. Depending on the project, certain options can be deleted.
Note:
The EasyLapTM panel must be installed and maintained in accordance to the current James EasyLapTM panel
installation Instructions.
1.1
GENERAL CONDITIONS OF CONTRACT
Comply with statutory requirements/materials, labour and construction plant/materials and work, together with
additional conditions including: attending pre-construction meeting: Quality Assurance Inspection & Test Plan:
Warranties; and other.
1.2
EASYLAPTM PANEL
The basic composition is Portland cement, ground sand, cellulose fibre and water. James Hardie building products
are manufactured to Australian/New Zealand Standard AS/NZS 2908.2 ‘Cellulose-cement products-Flat sheet.’
EasyLap™ panels are classified Type A, Category 3 in accordance with AS/NZS 2908.2.
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1.3
NO SUBSTITUTIONS
Substitutions are not permitted to any specified system, or associated components and products.
1.4
MANUFACTURER’S DOCUMENTS
James Hardie documents relating to work in this section are:
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1.5
EasyLapTM panel installation Instructions
ACCEL Eaves and Soffit Linings technical supplement
James Hardie Fire and Acoustic technical specification
James Hardie EasyLapTM panel Structural Bracing Design Manual
MSDS
EasyLapTM panel Physical Properties
TERMITE PROTECTION
Where the exposed slab edge is used as part of the termite barrier system, a minimum of 75mm of the exposed
slab edge must be visible to permit ready detection of termite entry
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THIS TECHNICAL SUPPLEMENT MUST BE READ IN CONJUCTION WITH THE CURRENT TECHNICAL PRODUCT LITERATURE. JAMES HARDIE BUILDING PRODUCTS MUST BE INSTALLED
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MANUFACTURER’S SPECIFICATIONS. FOR THE PRODUCT WARRANTY, TERMS AND CONDITIONS REFER TO THE APPLICABLE JAMES HARDIE TECHNICAL PRODUCT LITERATURE.
PRODUCT
SPECIFICATION
1.6
GROUND CLEARANCE
Install James Hardie external cladding with a minimum 150mm clearance to the earth on the exterior of the building
or in accordance with local building codes if greater than 150mm is required. Also, maintain a minimum 50mm
clearance between James Hardie external cladding and roofs, decks, paths, steps and driveways. Adjacent
finished grade must slope away from the building in accordance with local building codes, typically a minimum
slope of 50mm minimum over the first metre. Do not install external cladding in areas where it may remain in
contact with standing water or debris.
1.7
MATERIALS AND COMPONENTS
1.7.1
EASYLAPTM PANEL
(a) Thickness: 8.5 mm
(b) Width 900, 1200 mm
(c) Length: 2440, and 3000mm
1.8
FASTENERS
1.8.1
TIMBER FRAME
2.8 x 30mm galvanised fibre cement nail
1.8.2
TIMBER FRAME GUN NAIL
2.8 x 40mm galvanised fibre cement nail or,
ND 50mm stainless steel brad nail 14 gauge x 50mm ND 304 stainless steel nail
1.8.3
STEEL FRAME 0.55mm – 0.75mm BMT
40mm Buildex FibreZIP® screws.
1.8.4
1.8.5
1.9
STEEL FRAME 0.8mm – 1.6mm BMT
40mm HardiDrive® screws
40mm Quickdrive Code:CBSOG114SA
WITHIN 1KM OF COSTAL ENVIRONMENT OR CORROSIVE ENVIRONMENT
All Fasteners to be a Class 4 minimum, 316 Grade Stainless Steel.
FRAMING
1.9.1
WIND CLASSIFICATIONS
Framing must be in accordance with AS 1684 - ‘Residential timber-framed construction’ and the framing
manufacturer’s specifications.
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ACCORDANCE WITH THE APPLICABLE TECHNICAL PRODUCT LITERATURE. ALL COMPONENTS AND ACCESSORIES MUST BE INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE RESPECTIVE
MANUFACTURER’S SPECIFICATIONS. FOR THE PRODUCT WARRANTY, TERMS AND CONDITIONS REFER TO THE APPLICABLE JAMES HARDIE TECHNICAL PRODUCT LITERATURE.
PRODUCT
SPECIFICATION
1.9.2
FRAMING
STEEL
Use of steel framing must be in accordance with NASH standard for Residential and Low-Rise Steel
Framing part 1: Design Criteria and the framing manufactures specifications. Framing members must have
a base metal thickness (BMT) between 0.55 to 1.6mm. The steel framing must have the appropriate level
of durability required to prevent corrosion..
TIMBER
Use of timber framing must be in accordance with AS 1684 - ‘Residential timber-framed construction’ and
the framing manufacturer’s specifications. Use only seasoned timber.
STUD REQUIREMENTS
1.9.3
Minimum 45 mm wide studs on sheet joints. All intermediate supports to be:
 Steel 64 x 35 mm deep
 Timber 70 x 35 mm deep
Thermal Break
For steel Frames, it’s a building code requirement to install a thermal break behind direct fixed cladding
ensuring that all sheet edges are covered. James Hardie recommends the HardieBreak thermal strip.
Refer to the HardieBreak thermal strip installation guide for more information
1.9.4
MOISTURE MANAGEMENT
A vapour permeable membrane must be installed under EasyLapTM panel sheets in accordance with the
AS/NZS 4200.2 ‘Pliable building membranes and underlays – Installation’ and the manufacturer’s
specifications.
The membrane must have the following properties in accordance with AS/NZS 4200.1:
 Vapour barrier - low or medium
 Water barrier – high
2.0
SEALANT
Polyurethane: James Hardie Joint Sealant.
2.1
CONSTRUCTION
2.1.1
ARRANGEMENT
Install EasyLapTM panel so Express Joints are arranged in a vertical orientation.
2.1.2
VERTICAL JOINT
Join EasyLapTM panel to James Hardie technical specification (as shown in figures 6 – 9 in the EasyLapTM
panel installation instructions)
2.1.3
HORIZONTAL JOINT
Provide a horizontal joint at floor joist levels to accommodate the movement resulting from timber joist
shrinkage and settlement. Install a ‘z’ flashing where drainage is required at floor level (as shown in figure
25 and figure 26 ‘upper floor junction’ of the EasyLapTM panel installation instructions)
2.1.4
FOAM BACK SEALING TAPE
At every vertical sheet joint, a 50mm foam back sealing tape is applied under the shiplap vertical joint and
in front of the vapour permeable membrane.
Note: This is not needed for steel frames as the HardieBreak thermal strip is used.
2.1.5
FASTENER SIZE AND LAYOUT
Fix EasyLapTM panel to framing using the fixings specified in James Hardie EasyLapTM panel installation
Instructions,
 Nails must have a minimum clearance of 18 mm for timber and 22 mm for steel frame from sheet
edges and a minimum of 50 mm horizontal Corners and 150 mm vertically from sheet corners.
 Nails must finish flush with sheet surface.
 Screws countersink option can be overdriven 1.5 mm and filled with either Megapoxy P1 or Hilti CA125
where the temperature is below 15o use Hilti CA 273.
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2.1.6
PAINTING
EasyLap™ panels must be dry and free from dirt before painting. Coating must be completed within 3
months of sheet installation. Minimum of two coats of exterior acrylic rolled on texture coat is required.
2.1
MAINTENANCE
It is the responsibility of the specifier to determine normal maintenance requirements. The extent and nature of
maintenance will depend on the geographical location and exposure of the building. As a guide, it is recommended
that basic normal maintenance tasks shall include but not be limited to:
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Washing down exterior surfaces every 6-12months
Periodic inspections should be made to ensure fasteners are adequately securing the sheets to framing.
Re-applying of exterior protective finishes
Maintaining the exterior envelope and connections including joints, penetrations, flashings and sealants that
may provide a means of moisture entry beyond the exterior cladding.
 Cleaning out gutters, blocked pipes and overflows as required.
 Pruning back vegetation that is close to or touching the building.
*Refer to your paint manufacturer for washing down and recoating requirements related to paint performance.
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THIS TECHNICAL SUPPLEMENT MUST BE READ IN CONJUCTION WITH THE CURRENT TECHNICAL PRODUCT LITERATURE. JAMES HARDIE BUILDING PRODUCTS MUST BE INSTALLED IN
ACCORDANCE WITH THE APPLICABLE TECHNICAL PRODUCT LITERATURE. ALL COMPONENTS AND ACCESSORIES MUST BE INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE RESPECTIVE
MANUFACTURER’S SPECIFICATIONS. FOR THE PRODUCT WARRANTY, TERMS AND CONDITIONS REFER TO THE APPLICABLE JAMES HARDIE TECHNICAL PRODUCT LITERATURE.