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AS/NZS 2589:2017

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Gypsum linings - Application and finishing

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Language(s)

English

Published date

13-04-2017

€124.79
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Summarise this standard

This Standard sets out the requirements for the application and finishing of gypsum linings and related design considerations.

Committee
BD-011
DocumentType
Standard
ISBN
978 1 76035 723 8
Pages
65
PublisherName
Standards Australia
Status
Current
Supersedes
UnderRevision

This Standard sets out the requirements for the application and finishing of gypsum linings and related design considerations.This Standard does not cover the following:(a) High density board linings greater than 800 kg/m3.(b) Fire-resisting systems.(c) Wet area gypsum lining systems.(d) Sound insulating systems.(e) Bracing systems.The wall and ceiling fastening systems are limited to wind category N4, as specified in AS 4055 or NZS 3604.NOTE: For specialty plasterboards with a density greater than 800 kg/m3 refer to manufacturer’s specifications.

Originated as AS 2589-1983 and in part as AS CA20-1950.
Previous edition AS/NZS 2589:2007.
Second edition 2017.
Reissued incorporating Amendment No. 1 (November 2018).
Reissued incorporating Amendment No. 2 (April 2021).

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes — AS/NZS 2589 is a joint Australian and New Zealand standard published by Standards Australia and Standards New Zealand, and applies in both countries.

AS/NZS 2589 sets requirements for selecting and installing gypsum linings in residential and light commercial construction. In practice it is applied by designers, plasterers, builders and certifiers.

AS/NZS 2589 sets requirements for selecting and installing gypsum linings in residential and light commercial construction. It is a joint Australian and New Zealand standard published by Standards Australia and Standards New Zealand.

AS/NZS 2589 is used by designers, plasterers, builders and certifiers. It is a joint Australian and New Zealand standard published by Standards Australia and Standards New Zealand.

AS/NZS 2589 is Standards Australia and Standards New Zealand's standard for gypsum linings, while AS 5156 covers construction products and civil infrastructure (Australia). AS/NZS 2589 sets requirements for selecting and installing gypsum linings in residential and light commercial construction. AS 5156 covers a construction product, installation system or civil-infrastructure practice.
€124.79
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