Robust Resco Panels and Partitions Brighten School Toilet Block

The senior school toilet block at Glen Innes School hadn't been renovated in approximately twenty years and was well-worn and out of date. The school wanted a toilet block that could not only handle the traffic of 140 students each day, but would also be welcoming to students. Facilities that were low maintenance and robust were a priority, but the school also asked the students what they wanted in order to deliver a toilet block they could be proud of.

"We actually did a survey, so the kids felt input into the design," explains Jono Hendricks, principal of Glen Innes School. The survey was open to all senior school students, who shared that they wanted colour in their toilet block and requested more 'upmarket' basins than the 'trough style' usually found in school facilities.

With the expertise of builder George Eva, hardwearing Resco products were selected for the full renovation. "In discussing with the principal and VP, it was quite clear they wanted something better than the norm," explains Eva. "So they set about choosing colours and designs, and then we discussed with Resco to see what was possible."

Multicom wall panelling was used throughout, with a feature wall in Resco Antibac Zebrano. "I liked the quality of the Resco panels, and the fittings that they use are really great," explains Eva. "The Resco panels sit hard back to the wall with a nice defined trim where other panels only have small clips holding the panels onto the back wall — and then the detailing on their fittings and moulding adds a really nice finish."

A custom vanity was designed to meet the children's special basin request: "George found a brilliant solution for this by having two stainless steel bowls beneath the Resco countertop," explains Hendricks. The vanity units are made of the same Resco Antibac Panelling used throughout the toilet block. The water, impact and graffiti resistance of the panels make them particularly suited to tough school environments, while the antimicrobial technology in the panels ensures a cleaner, healthier space for the children.

Hardwearing Resco Series 5000 partitions in Resco Antibac Grey, with doors in Laminex Juicy green, complete the new toilet block — adding a lively pop of colour.

The final result is a vibrant toilet block, and some very happy end-users. "The kids love them," says Hendricks. "The toilets have now been open for just over a term and are still looking fresh. The kids are showing a great amount of respect, treating it well."

Both Hendricks and Eva are pleased with the end result and wouldn’t hesitate to use Resco products again. "When we are able to upgrade the junior block toilets, we will certainly be using the same products," says Hendricks.

5000 Series Toilet Partition

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The Series 5000 is Resco's most popular cubicle system.

The Series 5000 has a minimalistic approach with a significant reduction in dirt traps. These cubicles will save cleaning and maintenance costs.

Resco's partitions are used in communal toilet, shower or change room facilities to offer privacy. The compact laminate panels are extremely versatile, allowing Resco systems to be installed in wet and high-abuse environments.

Resco's 5000 partitioning system meets the following provisions of the NZBC:

Clause B2 Durability: the code requires 5 years — Resco compact laminate has a 10 year guarantee on the panel.
Clause C Fire Safety: Resco compact laminate has a group rating of 3 which meets the surface finish requirements for C/AS1 — C/AS7.
Clause E3 Internal Moisture: surfaces of building elements likely to be splashed must be impervious and easily cleaned; Resco compact laminate meets these requirements.
Clause G1 Personal Hygiene: sanitary fixtures shall provide appropriate privacy, allow effective cleaning, avoid dirt or germs and facilitate sanitation; Resco cubicles are designed to meet these requirements.
Clause G1 AS1 Accessibility: personal hygiene facilities provided for people with disabilities shall be accessible; Resco cubicles are designed to meet these requirements.

Multicom Wall Lining

Resco

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Resco's Multicom wall panelling system is the smart solution for wet, damp or graffiti-prone high-use areas requiring superior levels of hygiene.

Suitable for interior use:

Wet or damp areas
Areas requiring high levels of hygiene, such as commercial kitchens
Changing rooms and high-use public areas
Vandalism prone sites — most graffiti can be easily removed
Available in Resco Antibac panels that kill bacteria for the lifetime of the panel

6mm pre-finished compact laminate panels are blind fixed with no need for a conventional impact-resistant backing sheet.

Large panel sheet size (2450mm x 1850mm) minimises the number of jointers

Multicom meets the following provisions of the NZBC:

Clause B2 Durability: The code requires 5 years — Resco compact laminate has a 10 year guarantee on the panel.
Clause C Fire Safety: Resco compact laminate has a group rating of 3 which meets the surface finish requirements for C/AS1 — C/AS7.
Clause E3 Internal Moisture: Surfaces of building elements likely to be splashed must be impervious and easily cleaned — Resco compact laminate meets these requirements.
Clause F2 Hazardous Building Materials: The Multicom Wall Panel System meets this requirement and will not present a health hazard to people.

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Resco Antibac Panel

Resco

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Resco Antibac compact laminate is an exciting new Compact Laminate Panel.

Resco Antibac Compact Laminate can be used vertically or horizontally for toilet and shower cubicles, wall panelling, lab benches, tables, office furniture, lockers, in fact almost anything.

Clause B2 Durability: the code requires 5 years — Resco compact laminate has a 10 year guarantee on the panel.
Clause C Fire Safety: Resco compact laminate has a group rating of 3 which meets the surface finish requirements for C/AS1 — C/AS7.
Clause E3 Internal Moisture: surfaces of building elements likely to be splashed must be impervious and easily cleaned; Resco compact laminate meets these requirements.
Clause G1 Personal Hygiene: sanitary fixtures shall provide appropriate privacy, allow effective cleaning, avoid dirt or germs and facilitate sanitation; Resco cubicles are designed to meet these requirements.
Clause G1 AS1 Accessibility: personal hygiene facilities provided for people with disabilities shall be accessible; Resco cubicles are designed to meet these requirements.

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