Strandfloor installation quick reference and frequently asked questions


What sizes are Strandfloor Sheets?

All Strandfloor® types are available in the following sizes:

3600x1200x20mm 20 sheets / pack 60kg/sheet 13.6kg/m2
2400x1200x20mm 45 sheets / pack 40kg/sheet 13.6kg/m2

Strandfloor Square Edge is a made to order product. Please enquire with customer services for minimum order quantity and leadtime - csc@laminex.co.nz

What’s the Max Exposure Time for Strandfloor?

StrandfloorH3.1: 12 weeks
Strandfloor: 8 weeks

What Type of Nail or Screw Should I Use for solid and engineered timber joists?
Type Size
Annular Grooved Particleboard Flooring Nails (NZ Nails) 60mm x 2.8-3.1 gauge
Galvanised Jolt Head Nails (NZ Nails) Minimum 60mm
Self-Drilling Screws Corrosion Resistant (Bremick) 45mm x 8 gauge
Self-Drilling Stainless Steel Screws (Bremick) 50mm x 10 gauge
Simpson Strongtie SS Screw (SSWSC2BSA10) 50mm x 10 gauge
Simpson Strongtie Zinc Screw (WSV50SA) 50mm x 10 gauge
Beck Scrail SubLok Pro 57mm x 2.8 gauge
Delfast Ring Shank Nail 50mm x 2.8 gauge

  • Fixing Centres for all fastener types : 150mm (perimeter), 200mm (intermediates)
  • All fasteners below are suitable for use in SED diaphragms.
  • For full details please refer to the Strandfloor Technical Installation Manual
What Type Screw Should I Use for Steel joists?

Tek self-drilling corrosion resistant screw    - 45mm x 10g

Fixing Quantities for Tongue & Groove Strandfloor
Panel Size 3600 x 1200 2400 x 1200
Joist Centres Nails/Screws Adhesive Nails/Screws Adhesive
600 mm 53 0.6 39 0.4
450 mm 67 0.7 N/A N/A
400 mm 74 0.8 53 0.5
Fixing Quantities for Square Edge Strandfloor Panels
Panel Size 3600 x 1200 2400 x 1200
Joist Centres Nails/Screws Adhesive Nails/Screws Adhesive
600 mm 89 1 63 0.7
450 mm 99 1.1 N/A N/A
400 mm 104 1.2 73 0.08
What Adhesive should I use for Strandfloor?

Timber joists: Sika Nailbond Premium | Bostik Alpha Grip | Gorilla Grip | HB Fuller Sturdi Bond
Steel joists: Sikaflex 123 MS Bond | Gorilla 940FC |Gorilla MS Sealant
Adhesive Application Instructions:

  • Apply a 5mm continuous bead to the top of each joist.
  • Apply adhesive between sheets at ends and edges.
  • Apply a 2mm bead to the top of the tongue.

For full installation details please refer to the Strandfloor Installation Manual

 

Strandfloor Technical Brochure

Download the Strandfloor Technical Brochure for full installation details

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