Aotearoa Polyethylene DPM
- Abbreviation
- Appraisal number 1138 (2023)
- Valid from
- 7/12/2023
- Information provider
- BRANZ Limited,
- Information type
- BRANZ Appraisal,
- Format
- PDF,
Description
Aotearoa Polyethylene DPM is a polyethylene sheet for use as a damp-proof membrane (DPM) under floor slabs.
Scope
1. Aotearoa Polyethylene DPM has been appraised for use as a DPM under concrete slab-on-ground floors complying with NZS 3604 or NZS 4229.
2. Aotearoa Polyethylene DPM has also been appraised for use as a DPM on buildings subject to specific design within the following scope:
- where the DPM is laid on a granular base prepared to not damage the DPM; and,
- where the DPM is adequately protected against damage in service.