Product

Appraisal No.468 [2005]

BRANZ Appraisals
Technical Assessments of products
for building and construction

1.1
Sto Lite is a cavity-based monolithic plaster wall cladding. It is designed to be
used as an external wall cladding system for residential and light commercial type buildings
where domestic construction techniques are used.
1.2
The system consists of minimum 4.5 mm thick fibre cement sheets fixed over
timber battens to form the cavity. The coating system consists of an 8 - 10 mm thickness
of polystyrene bead saturated polymer-modified, cement-based plaster applied to the fibre
cement sheets, an approximate 2.5 mm thick coat of meshed reinforcement plaster, and
an approximate 1-3 mm thick coat of coloured render. The plaster is finished with a Sto
coating.
1.3
The system incorporates a primary and secondary means of weather resistance
(first and second line of defence) against water penetration by separating the cladding
from the external wall framing with a nominal 20 mm cavity. The cavity allows for any
occasional ingress of water that may get past the external skin to drain to the exterior of
the building, and any remaining moisture to dry by evaporation.

BRANZ
APPRAISAL
No. 468 (2005)
Amended 19 December 2008.

sto lite cladding

system
Stoanz Ltd
72 Abel Smith Street
Wellington
Tel: 04 801 7794
Fax: 04 384 9828
Internet: www.sto.co.nz

BRANZ Limited
Private Bag 50 908
Porirua City
New Zealand
Tel: +64 4 237 1170
Fax: +64 4 237 1171
www.branz.co.nz

Scope
2.1
Sto Lite has been appraised as an external wall cladding system for buildings
within the following scope:
the scope limitations of NZBC Acceptable Solution E2/AS1, Paragraph 1.1; and,
constructed with timber framing complying with the NZBC; and,
with a risk score of 0-20, calculated in accordance with NZBC Acceptable Solution
E2/AS1, Table 2; and,
situated in NZS 3604 Building Wind Zones up to, and including Very High.
2.2
Sto Lite has also been appraised for weathertightness and structural wind loading
when used on buildings subject to specific design up to a differential design ultimate limit
state (ULS) wind pressure of 2500 Pa.
2.3
Sto Lite must only be installed on vertical surfaces (except for tops of parapets,
sills and balustrades, which must have a minimum 10 slope and be waterproofed in
accordance with the Technical Literature).
2.4
The system is appraised for use with aluminium window and door joinery that is
installed with vertical jambs and horizontal heads and sills. (It is expected that the joinery
will meet the requirements of NZS 4211 for the relevant Building Wind Zone, or be
specifically designed for use in specifically designed buildings.)
2.5
Installation of components and accessories supplied by Stoanz Ltd and approved
applicators must be carried out only by Stoanz Ltd approved applicators.

Readers are advised to check the validity of this Appraisal by referring to the Valid Appraisals listing on the BRANZ website, or by contacting BRANZ.

Accessories
Reinforcing mesh - alkali-resistant fibreglass mesh with
a nominal mesh size of approximately 7 x 7 mm and an
approximate weight of 165 g/m2, or with a nominal mesh
size of approximately 4 x 4 mm and an approximate weight
of 165 g/m2.
Sto premeshed corners - uPVC and fibreglass mesh corner
mouldings.
uPVC components foot tray, vermin tray acting as a
ventilated cavity closure, head flashing, jamb flashing, sill
flashing and control joint mouldings.
4.2
Accessories used with the system which are supplied
by the approved applicator are:
Waterproof membrane tapes - tapes covered by a valid
BRANZ Appraisal for use as waterproofing membranes over
tops of plastered balustrades, fixing blocks and the like.
Flexible sealant sealant complying with NZBC Acceptable
Solution E2/AS1, or sealant covered by a valid BRANZ
Appraisal for use as a weather sealing sealant for exterior
use.
4.3
Accessories used with the system which are supplied
by the building contractor are:
Building wrap - paper or wrap complying with NZBC
Acceptable Solution E2/AS1, Table 23, or breather-type
membranes covered by a valid BRANZ Appraisal for use as
wall wraps.
Building wrap support - polypropylene strap for securing the
building wrap in place and preventing bulging of the bulk
insulation into the drainage cavity. (Note: additional vertical
battens may also be installed to provide support or a rigid
underlay may also be used.)
Flexible sill and jamb flashing tape - flexible flashing
tapes complying with NZBC Acceptable Solution E2/AS1,
Paragraph 4.3.11, or flexible flashing tapes covered by a
valid BRANZ Appraisal for use around window and door
joinery openings.
Cavity battens - nominal 50 mm wide by 25 mm thick
(minimum finished size of 45 mm wide by 18 mm thick)
timber treated to Hazard Class H3.1.
Cavity batten fixings - 30 x 2.5 mm hot-dip galvanised flat
head nails.
Fibre cement sheet - 4.5 mm Hardibacker or 6 mm Hardiflex
(James Hardie Building Products Ltd), or 4.5 mm or 6 mm
Eterpan (Progressive Building Systems Ltd).
Fibre cement sheet fixings - 60 x 2.8 mm hot-dip galvanised
flat head fibre cement nails.
(Note: Hot-dip galvanising must comply with AS/NZS 4680.)
Joinery head flashings - as supplied by the joinery
manufacturer or contractor.
Window and door trim cavity air seal air seals complying
with NZBC Acceptable Solution E2/AS1, Paragraph 9.1.6,
or self expanding, moisture cure polyurethane foam air seals
covered by a valid BRANZ Appraisal for use around window,
door, and other wall penetration openings.

Building Regulations
New Zealand Building Code (NZBC)

3.1
In the opinion of BRANZ, Sto Lite if designed, used,
installed and maintained in accordance with the statements
and conditions of this Appraisal, will meet or contribute to
meeting the following provisions of the NZBC:
Clause B1 STRUCTURE: Performance B1.3.1, B1.3.2 and
B1.3.4. Sto Lite meets the requirements for loads arising from
self-weight, wind, impact and creep [i.e. B1.3.3 (a), (h), (j) and
(q)]. See Paragraphs 10.1 - 10.4.
Clause B2 DURABILITY: Performance B2.3.1 (b), 15 years.
Sto Lite meets this requirement. See Paragraph 11.1.
Clause E2 EXTERNAL MOISTURE: Performance E2.3.2. Sto
Lite meets this requirement. See Paragraphs 15.1 - 15.5.
Clause F2 HAZARDOUS BUILDING MATERIALS: Performance
F2.3.1. Sto Lite meets this requirement and will not present a
health hazard to people.
3.2
This is an Appraisal of an Alternative Solution in terms
of New Zealand Building Code compliance.

Technical Specification
4.1
System components and accessories supplied by
Stoanz Ltd are as follows:
Plasters
LevelLite is a polymer-modified, cement-based plaster
comprising coarse sand, polypropylene fibres, polystyrene
beads and adhesives. The plaster is supplied in 25 kg bags
and mixed on site with clean water. It is trowel or pumpapplied as a base coat in an 8 - 10 mm thick layer.
StoArmat RFP is a plasticiser free, tintable, ready-to-use,
polymer-modified, cement free reinforcement plaster
comprising granulated quartz sands, calibration grain,
polypropylene fibre and additives. It is supplied in 23 kg
pails, and after diluting with water as necessary and mixing,
is ready for use. It is trowel-applied in a 2.5 mm thick layer
followed by the embedment of fibreglass mesh reinforcement
in the outer surface.
Stolit K is a plasticiser free, tintable, ready-to-use, polymermodified, cement free finishing plaster with a 1, 1.5, 2 or
3 mm grain size. It is supplied in 25 kg pails and is trowelapplied to an approximate thickness of 1 - 3 mm.
Sto Flexyl is a cementitous waterproof paste. It is used as
a waterproofing membrane over plastered balustrades and
fixing blocks. Sto Flexyl is supplied in 18 kg pails.
Sto Lite Paints
Sto Silco Color G is a ready-to-use, tintable, special dirt and
algae resistant mineral silicone resin exterior paint system for
application over finishing plasters. It is supplied in 15 litre
pails, and may be brush, roller or spray applied. The paint
colour selected must have a light reflectance value (LRV) of
40% minimum regardless of gloss value.
StoLastic Color is a ready-to-use, tintable, satin matt, acrylic
exterior paint system paint for application over finishing
plasters. It is supplied in 15 litre pails, and may be brush,
roller or spray applied. The paint colour selected must have
an LRV of 40% minimum regardless of gloss value.
StoColour Maxicryl is a ready-to-use, tintable, matt, acrylic
exterior paint system paint for application over finishing
plasters. It is supplied in 15 litre pails, and may be brush,
roller or spray applied. The paint colour selected must have
an LRV of 40% minimum regardless of gloss value

Handling and Storage

5.1
Handling and storage of all materials supplied by
Stoanz Ltd or the approved applicator, whether on or off site,
is under the control of Stoanz Ltd approved applicators. Dry
storage must be provided on site for the fibreglass mesh and
bags and pails of plaster mix. uPVC flashings and profiles must
be protected from direct sunlight and physical damage, and
should be stored flat and under cover.
5.2
Handling and storage of all materials supplied by the
building contractor, whether on or off site, is under the control
of the building contractor. Materials must be handled and stored
in accordance with the relevant manufacturers instructions.

the requirements of NZBC Acceptable Solution E2/AS1, Table

18.
8.4
At roof/wall junctions, the bottom edge of the system
must be kept above the top surface of any adjacent roof flashing
by a minimum of 35 mm in accordance with NZBC Acceptable
Solution E2/AS1, Paragraph 9.1.3.6. At balcony or deck
junctions, the bottom edge of the system must be kept clear of
any adjacent surface by a minimum of 45 mm.
8.5
All buildings must have barriers to airflow in the form
of interior linings with all joints stopped, or alternatively, unlined
gables and walls must incorporate a rigid sheathing or an air
barrier which meets the requirements of NZBC Acceptable
Solution E2/AS1, Table 23. Where rigid sheathings are used, the
fixing length must be increased by a minimum of the thickness
of the sheathing.
8.6
Where penetrations through the StoLite Cladding
System are wider than the cavity batten spacing, allowance
must be made for airflow between adjacent cavities. A minimum
10 mm gap must be left between the bottom of the vertical
cavity batten and the flashing to the opening.
8.7
Where the system abuts other cladding systems,
designers must detail the junction to meet their own requirements
and the performance requirements of the NZBC. These details
are outside the scope of this Appraisal.

5.3
Plaster must be used within the designated shelf life
from the date of manufacture.

Technical Literature
6.1
Refer to the Appraisals listing on the BRANZ website
for details of the current Technical Literature for the Sto Lite
system. The Technical Literature must be read in conjunction
with this Appraisal. All aspects of design, use, installation and
maintenance contained in the Technical Literature and within
the scope of this Appraisal must be followed.

Design Information
Framing
Timber Treatment
7.1
Timber wall framing behind the Sto Lite system must
be treated as required by NZS 3602.
Timber Framing
7.2
Timber framing must comply with NZS 3604 for
buildings or parts of a building within the scope limitations of
NZS 3604. Buildings or parts of a building outside the scope
of NZS 3604 must be to a specific design in accordance with
NZS 3603 and NZS 4203 (AS/NZS 1170). In all cases studs
must be at maximum 600 mm centres for buildings designed
to NZS 3604 and at maximum 400 mm centres for specifically
designed buildings. Nogs must be fitted flush between the studs
at maximum 800 mm centres.
7.3
Timber framing and battens must have a maximum
moisture content of 24% at the time of the cladding application.
(Note: If sheets are fixed to framing or battens with a moisture
content of greater than 24% problems may occur at a later
date due to excessive timber shrinkage.)
7.4
Wall framing behind cavity battens where fibre cement
sheets are joined must be nominal 50 mm thickness (i.e. 45
mm minimum finished thickness).
Fibre Cement Sheet Setout
7.5
All vertical fibre cement sheet edges must be supported
and fixed through the cavity battens to the framing. Horizontal
sheet edges must be supported at fixing locations with cavity
spacers in accordance with NZBC Acceptable Solution E2/AS1,
Paragraph 9.1.8.2(f). At the base of the wall, the fibre cement
sheets must hang 50 mm below the supporting framing.
7.6
Additional framing will be required at soffits, internal
and external corners and window and door openings for the
support and fixing of sheet edges.

Control Joints

9.1
Control joints must be constructed in accordance with
the Technical Literature, and be provided as follows:
Horizontal control joints - at maximum 5 m centres and at all
inter-storey floor levels.
Vertical control joints - at maximum 5.4 m centres; aligned
with any control joint in the structural framing; where the
system abuts different cladding types, or where the system
covers different structural materials.
(Note: Horizontal and Vertical Control joints must be located
over structural supports. The design of vertical control joints
where the system abuts different cladding types is outside the
scope of this Appraisal and is the responsibility of the designer
- see Paragraph 8.7.)
Inter-storey Junctions
9.2
Inter-storey junctions must be constructed in accordance
with the Technical Literature. Inter-storey drained joints must
be provided for walls over 2 storeys in height in accordance with
NZBC Acceptable Solution E2/AS1, Paragraph 9.1.9.4(b).

Structure
Mass
10.1 The mass of the Sto Lite system is approximately 19.5
kg/m2 at equilibrium moisture content, therefore it is considered
a light wall cladding in terms of NZS 3604.
Impact Resistance
10.2 The system has adequate resistance to impact loads
likely to be encountered in normal residential use. The likelihood
of impact damage to the system when used in light commercial
situations should be considered at the design stage, and
appropriate protection such as the installation of bollards and
barriers should be considered for vulnerable areas.
Wind Zones
10.3 The system is suitable for use in all Building
Wind Zones of NZS 3604, up to, and including, Very High
where buildings are designed to meet the requirements of
NZBC Acceptable Solution E2/AS1, Paragraph 1.1, or up to
2500 Pa differential design ULS wind pressure where buildings
are specifically designed.

General

8.1
When the system is used for specifically designed
buildings up to 2500 Pa differential design ULS wind pressure,
only the weathertightness aspects of the cladding and maximum
framing centres and sheet fixing centres are within the scope
of this Appraisal. All other aspects of the building also need
to be specifically designed and are outside the scope of this
Appraisal.
8.2
Holes in the vermin tray provide a minimum ventilation
opening area of 1000 mm2 per lineal metre of wall in accordance
with NZBC Acceptable Solution E2/AS1, Paragraph 9.1.8.3(b).
8.3
The ground clearance to finished floor levels as set
out in NZS 3604 must be adhered to at all times. At ground
level paved surfaces, such as footpaths, must be kept clear
of the bottom edge of the cladding system by a minimum of
100 mm, and unpaved surfaces by 175 mm in accordance with

Control of External Fire Spread

Fibre Cement Sheet Fixing

10.4 Fibre cement sheets must be fixed through the cavity
battens and cavity spacers to the wall framing at maximum
centres as specified in Table 1 for installations in up to, and
including, Very High Building Wind Zones.

13.1 The Sto Lite system has a performance level A in

accordance with NZBC Acceptable Solution C/AS1, Table 7.5.
The system is suitable for use as an external wall cladding
system on buildings in all Purpose Groups, at any distance to
the boundary.

Table 1: Fibre Cement Sheet Fixing Centres for Edges and

Body of the Sheet
Fibre Cement
Sheet Type

NZS 3604 Building

Wind Zone - Up
to Very High with
studs at maximum
600 mm centres

NZS 3604 Building

Wind Zone - Very
High with studs at
maximum 600 mm
centres

Eterpan

150

150

Hardibacker

200

200

Fibre Cement
Sheet Type

Outbreak of Fire

14.1 Sto Lite need not be separated from chimneys and

flues. However, when used in conjunction with, or attached to
heat sensitive materials, the heat sensitive material must be
separated from chimneys and flues in accordance with the
requirements of NZBC Acceptable Solution C/AS1, Part 9 for
the protection of combustible materials.

External Moisture

15.1 Sto Lite, when installed in accordance with this

Appraisal and the Technical Literature, prevents the penetration
of moisture that could cause undue dampness or damage to
building elements.
15.2 The cavity must be sealed off from the roof and subfloor space to meet code compliance with Clause E2.3.5.
15.3 The Sto Lite system allows excess moisture present at the
completion of construction to be dissipated without permanent
damage to building elements to meet code compliance with
Clause E2.3.6.
15.4 The details given in the Technical Literature for weather
sealing are based on the design principle of having a first and
second line of defence against moisture entry for all joints,
penetrations and junctions. The ingress of moisture must be
excluded by detailing joinery and wall interfaces as shown in the
Technical Literature. Weathertightness details that are developed
by the designer are outside the scope of this Appraisal and
are the responsibility of the designer for compliance with the
NZBC.
15.5 The use of Sto Lite system where there is a designed
cavity drainage path for moisture that penetrates the cladding,
does not reduce the requirement for junctions, penetrations, etc
to remain weather resistant.

Specifically designed buildings up to 2500

Pa differential design ULS wind pressure
with studs at maximum 400 mm centres
Vertical
centres

fixing Horizontal
centres

Eterpan

100

200

Hardibacker

150

200

fixing

Durability
Serviceable Life
11.1 Sto Lite is expected to have a serviceable life of at least
30 years provided the system is maintained in accordance with
this Appraisal, and the fibre cement sheets, fixings and plaster
are continuously protected by a weathertight coating and remain
dry in service.

Maintenance

12.1 Regular maintenance is essential to ensure the

performance requirements of the NZBC are continually met and
to ensure the maximum serviceability of the system.
12.2 Annual inspections must be made to ensure that all
aspects of the cladding system, including the paint coating
system, plaster, flashings and any sealed joints remain in a
weatherproof condition. Any cracks, damaged areas or areas
showing signs of deterioration which would allow water ingress,
must be repaired immediately. Sealant, paint coatings and the
like must be repaired in accordance with the instructions of
Stoanz Ltd.
12.3 Although the paint system is designed as a special dirt
and algae resistant type, regular cleaning (at least annually)
is still recommended to remove any grime, dirt and organic
growth that may have accumulated, and to maximise the life
and appearance of the paint system. Grime may be removed
by brushing with a soft brush, warm water and detergent. The
paint system must be recoated at approximately 5-10 yearly
intervals in accordance with Stoanz Ltd instructions.
12.4 Minimum ground clearances as set out in this Appraisal
and the Technical Literature must be maintained at all times
during the life of the system.
(Note: Failing to adhere to the minimum ground clearances
given in this Appraisal and the Technical Literature will adversely
affect the long term durability of the Sto Lite system.)

Internal Moisture

16.1 The StoLite Cladding System alone does not meet NZBC
Acceptable Solution E3/AS1, Paragraph 1.1.1(a). Buildings
must be constructed with an adequate combination of thermal
resistance and ventilation, and space temperature must be
provided to all habitable spaces, bathrooms, laundries and other
spaces where moisture may be generated or may accumulate.
Water Vapour
16.2 Sto Lite is not a barrier to the passage of water vapour,
and when installed in accordance with this Appraisal will not
create or increase the risk of moisture damage resulting from
condensation.

Installation Information
Installation Skill Level Requirements

17.1 Installation and finishing of components and accessories

supplied by Stoanz Ltd and the approved applicator must be
completed by trained applicators, approved by Stoanz Ltd

weathertightness test, the details contained within the

Technical Literature have been reviewed, and an opinion has
been given by BRANZ technical experts that the system will
meet the performance levels of NZBC Acceptable Solution
E2/AS1 for drained cavity claddings.
Uniform wind face load tests to simulate wind pressures on
Hardibacker and Eterpan fibre cement sheet were carried
out by BRANZ, and the results were used in assessing the
Sto Lite system.
Tests to determine the bond strength of LevelLite Plaster to
fibre cement sheet were carried out by BRANZ.
Cone Calorimeter testing of the Sto Lite Plaster System. The
testing was carried out in accordance with AS/NZS 3837.

17.2 Installation of the accessories supplied by the building

contractor must be completed by tradespersons with an
understanding of cavity construction and fibre cement sheet
installation, in accordance with instructions given within the
Stoanz Ltd Technical Literature and this Appraisal.

System Installation
Building Wrap and Flexible Sill and Jamb Flashing Tape
18.1 The selected building wrap and flexible sill and jamb
tape system must be installed by the building contractor in
accordance with the wrap and tape manufacturers instructions
prior to the installation of the cavity battens and the rest of the Sto
Lite system. Particular attention must be paid to the installation
of the building wrap and sill and jamb tapes around window and
door openings to ensure a continuous seal is achieved and all
exposed wall framing in the opening is protected.
Aluminium Joinery Installation
18.2 Aluminium joinery and associated head flashings must
be installed by the building contractor in accordance with the
Technical Literature. A 7.5 - 10 mm nominal gap must be left
between the joinery reveal and the wall framing so a PEF rod
and air seal can be installed after the joinery has been secured
in place.
Fibre Cement Sheets
18.3 The fibre cement sheets must be installed by the building
contractor in accordance with the relevant manufacturers
Technical Literature, except where varied by the Sto Lite
Technical Literature and this Appraisal. The Sto Lite Technical
Literature contains full details for the installation of the system
that must be followed.
Sto Lite System
18.4 Components and accessories supplied by Stoanz Ltd
and the approved applicator must be installed in accordance with
the Technical Literature by Stoanz Ltd approved applicators.
18.5 The StoLite Cladding systems must only be applied
when the air and substrate temperature is within the range of
+5C to 30C.
Inspections
18.6 The Technical Literature must be referred to during the
inspection of Sto Lite installations.

Other Investigations

21.1 Structural and durability opinions have been given by

BRANZ technical experts.
21.2 Site visits have been carried out by BRANZ to assess
the practicability of installation, and to examine completed
installations.
21.3 The Technical Literature for the Sto Lite system has
been examined by BRANZ and found to be satisfactory.

Quality

22.1 The manufacture of the LevelLite base plaster has

been examined by BRANZ, including methods adopted for
quality control. Details regarding the quality and composition
of the materials used were obtained by BRANZ and found to be
satisfactory. The quality control system of the LevelLite plaster
manufacturer has been assessed and registered as meeting the
requirements of the Telarc Q-Based Code by Telarc Limited,
Registration Number 631.
22.2 The manufacture of the Sto RFP Armat plaster, Stolit
K plaster, Sto Silco Garrant paint and Stoplex W primer has not
been examined by BRANZ, but details regarding the quality and
composition of the materials used were obtained by BRANZ
and found to be satisfactory. The quality management system
of the manufacturer of these plasters, paint and primer, Sto AG,
has been assessed and registered as meeting the requirements
of ISO 9001: 2000 by IQNet, Registration Number 003651
QM.
22.3 The quality of materials, components and accessories
supplied by Stoanz Ltd is the responsibility of Stoanz Ltd.
22.4 Quality on site is the responsibility of the Stoanz Ltd
approved applicator.
22.5 Designers are responsible for the building design, and
building contractors are responsible for the quality of installation
of framing systems and joinery, building wraps, flashing tapes,
airseals, joinery head flashings, cavity battens and fibre cement
sheets in accordance with the instructions of Stoanz Ltd.
22.6 Building owners are responsible for the maintenance
of Sto Lite in accordance with the instructions of Stoanz Ltd.

Health and Safety

19.1 Safe use and handling procedures for the components

that make up the Sto Lite system are provided in the relevant
manufacturers Technical Literature.

Basis of Appraisal
The following is a summary of the technical investigations
carried out:

Tests

20.1 The following testing has been completed by BRANZ:

BRANZ expert opinion on NZBC E2 code compliance for Sto
Lite was based on testing and evaluation of all details within
the scope and as stated within this Appraisal. The Sto Lite
system and balustrade to wall junction details were tested
to NZBC E2/VM1. The testing assessed the performance of
the foundation detail, window head, jamb and sill details,
meter box head, jamb and sill details, vertical and horizontal
control joints, internal and external corners and balustrade
to wall junction with a plastered cap. In addition to the

Sources of Information

AS/NZS 1170: 2002 Structural design action - General principles.

AS/NZS 4680: 1999 Hot-dip galvanised (zinc) coatings on fabricated ferrous articles.
NZS 3602: 2003 Timber and wood-based products for use in building.
NZS 3603: 1993 Timber Structures Standard.
NZS 3604: 1999 Timber framed buildings.
NZS 4203: 1992 General structural design and design loadings for buildings.
NZS 4211: 1985 Specification for performance of windows.
Compliance Document for New Zealand Building Code External Moisture Clause E2,
Department of Building and Housing, Third Edition July 2005.
New Zealand Building Code Handbook, Department of Building and Housing, Third
Edition May 2007.
The Building Regulations 1992, up to, and including June 2007 Amendment.

In the opinion of BRANZ, Sto Lite

Cladding System is fit for purpose
and will comply with the Building
Code to the extent specified in
this Certificate provided it is used,
designed, installed and maintained
as set out in this Certificate.
The Appraisal Certificate is issued
only to the Certificate Holder,
Stoanz Ltd, and is valid until further
notice, subject to the Conditions of
Certification.
Conditions of Certification

1. This Certificate:
a) relates only to the product as described
herein;
b) must be read, considered and used in full
together with the technical literature;
c) does not address any Legislation,
Regulations, Codes or Standards, not
specifically named herein;
d) is copyright of BRANZ.
2. The Certificate Holder:
a) continues to have the product reviewed by
BRANZ;
b) shall notify BRANZ of any changes in
product specification or quality assurance
measures prior to the product being
marketed;
c) abides by the BRANZ Appraisals Services
Terms and Conditions.
3. The product and the manufacture are
maintained at or above the standards,
levels and quality assessed and found
satisfactory by BRANZ.
4. BRANZ makes no representation as to:
a) the nature of individual examples of, batches
of, or individual installations of the product,
including methods and workmanship;
b) the presence or absence of any patent or
similar rights subsisting in the product or
any other product;
c) any guarantee or warranty offered by the
Certificate Holder.
5. Any reference in this Certificate to any other
publication shall be read as a reference to
the version of the publication specified in
this Certificate.

For BRANZ

Amendment No. 1, dated 27 June 2008.

This Appraisal has been amended to include StoLastic Color and Sto Flexyl, to remove
CSR Stuccobacker and BGC Durabacker as fibre cement substrates, and to update the
Appraisal format.
Amendment No. 2, dated 19 December 2008
This Appraisal has been amended to include current cone calorimeter test results for the
Sto Lite Cladding System.

P Robertson
Chief Executive

Date of issue: 9 June 2005