AUGUST 2011
Rockwool
RockShield
Sophisticated external wall insulation
Rockwool RockShield external wall insulation offers triple value - outstanding thermal and weather protection plus an attractive exterior for new build and refurbishment projects.
The RockShield system is produced from renewable volcanic rock that keeps energy bills low as well as being kind to the environment. There are a number of options in thickness and fixing methods to meet different substrate conditions. Decorative coats and specifically developed paints are available in a wide range of textures and colours, ensuring the best possible finish for your building’s character, context and type.
The following NBS Plus clause includes RockShield :
M21:210
Rockwool RockShield
Rockwool RockShield facade lamellas
Advantages
Size: 1000 × 200mm
Fire safe, Euroclass A2
Thickness: Available in thicknesses from 30mm to
Dimensionally stable
300mm in 10mm increments
Low maintenance
Wide range of colourfast finishes
These are generally adhesive fix and may therefore be
Minimises cold bridges
used on substrates that are problematical for
Suitable for all exposure zones
mechanical fix. They are ideally suited to new-build
Suitable for new build and refurbishment work
constructions with a height limit of 20m.
Base coat options
Product properties and design
RockShield TC
Dimensions and product details
This is a thin coat system with a total thickness of between 6mm and 8mm.
Typical weights for Rockwool RockShield systems
(100mm Rockwool dual density (DD) slab)
RockShield LW
This is a thicker coat system with a total depth of 8 to
12mm offering a higher level of tolerance on uneven
Weights (kg/m²)
substrates.
System
Adhesive mortar
TC
4.5
LW
4.5
Rockwool DD slab
12.7
12.7
Base coat
4.5
7.5
Decorative coat*
3.5
3.5
imparted to thick sand or