With 28 years of industry experience, Brendon Woods of Tauranga Plaster and Paint recently installed Masons Enviro AAC Panel Cladding System for a Highmark Homes project in Papamoa.

"We used the complete system," says Brendon. "The Enviro AAC panel, PVC flashings, fibreglass meshing, render, skim coating and finish. It goes up quickly and is the only truly versatile cladding system on the market."

The whole job, from cavity to paint

As licensed plasterers, Tauranga Plaster and Paint were brought in by Masons to ensure a high quality installation for Highmark Homes — from fixing the battens and panels to applying the final coating and paint.

"This project included the cavity bead and flashings. Once inspected, we installed the 20mm battens and 50mm Enviro AAC panels. The panels went up in two or three days — or up to six days for a larger job."

The panels are installed in a staggered horizontal brick pattern, ensuring no single joint runs the full height of the wall. Meshed corner beads and flashings add strength before a plaster coat is applied, embedding Masons’ fibreglass render mesh. Lastly, a limelock sealer and an elastomeric paint layer complete the system.

"I like the Masons plaster," says Brendon. "It’s a robust mineral plaster that’s easy to apply. The top skim coat is floated on with a subtle textured sponge finish that’s both strong and durable."

Masons support brings out the best in the system

The Masons three-coat system over autoclaved concrete Enviro panels creates a solid, robust, acoustically sound and fire-rated wall — requiring less maintenance than many other cladding options. For Brendon and his team, Masons' support throughout the installation ensures the best possible result.

"The support we get from Masons when using their system is fantastic. When it’s done, it’s a seamless and tidy finish. And with mineral plaster over AAC panels, it’s also incredibly robust."

Talk to our helpful team

For more information about the Enviro AAC Panel Cladding System including installation and compliance documents, visit mpb.co.nz or call 0800 522 533 to speak to one of our team.