Entries by matt

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Milano used to achieve zero-spread of flame finish

Originally this existing building was to be wall papered. Milano was used to achieve a zero spread of flame decorative finish. This ended up being a cost saving to the owners as well. Milano uses Italian Marble Sands, commonly referred to as Polished Plaster or Venetian Stucco, it is hand applied and built up in […]

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David Reid Homes – Showhome Karaka Lakes

The new David Reid Homes Showhome situated at Karaka Lakes, Auckland is open. We were pleased to be an integral part of the construction process. Our INTEGRA LWC facade system, with Rockcote Tasman mineral texture finish was applied to various elevations of the residence to enhance the contemporary mixed media design.  

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2013 buildnz

June 23rd – 25th ASB showgrounds, Auckland We are pleased to announce that you can visit Resene Construction Systems with our ROCKCOTE & Plaster Systems product ranges at this years premium construction industry event, BUILDNZ. Register online for this event here buildnz is a leading trade fair for the Building & Construction Industry with a […]

Resene Group acquires a division of Nuplex Construction Products

Resene, the NZ owned coatings company, announce the aquisition of Plaster Systems Ltd. (a division of Nuplex Construction Products). According to Resene’s Managing Director and majority shareholder, Nick Nightingale ” This aquisition is a logical and timely move for our Group as it seeks to increase its presence in the construction products area, whilst Nuplex […]

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3 year remediation project completed

Over three years ago Harry Puttock (Rockcote Representative – Central) investigated us being allowed as an alternative to the original specified product for one of Wellington’s largest weathertight remedial projects. The project ‘Stadium Gardens’. This very well known project sits directly adjacent to the Wellington Stadium so most Wellingtonian’s were aware of the issues due […]

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BRANZ RoadShow – ‘Stay on top of your game’

This seminar will be focusing on a number of significant changes announced in the documents supporting two key Building Code clauses – B1 Structure and E2 External moisture. The B1 changes incorporate learning from the Canterbury earthquakes, and for E2, a technical update to reflect recent research and changes in building practices. Dates : 31 […]

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ADNZ – 2011 Architectural Design Awards

The ADNZ National Conference and Architectural Design Awards ceremony was held last weekend in Wellington. We wish to congratulate all entrants to the Awards this year. Their were some fantastic entries.  A special congratulations to Cymon Allfrey and his team @ Cymon Allfrey Architects Ltd, Christchurch who took out the ADNZ National Supreme Award for […]

Design & Arts College of New Zealand – Exhibition

2nd Year Architectural Design students were to design a ‘Rockcote Office Block’ for one of three designated sites and incorporate Rockcote products into their design. The students will be judged on their feasibility, overall presentation and development. You are welcome to join us to view the scale design models, and presentations by these students. THURSDAY […]

MasterSpec – miproducts

miproducts gives architects, designers, specifiers and construction industry professionals instant access to a comprehensive online database of New Zealand building products. Rockcote Systems is pleased to provide 5 of our premium cladding systems into miproducts. Section 42 Wall Cladding Rockcote EPS Cavity Plus Render System Rockcote Resene Monotek® finishing plaster system LiteRock Solid Plaster System […]