Gerard Shake

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Irregular grooves give this profile a recurring yet organic pattern that works on a wide variety of homes. Supremely versatile, and immensely popular.

 Key features

• Aluminium-zinc alloy coated steel, made to AS 1397, compliant with NZS 4217 Pressed Metal Tile Roofs.
• Non-combustible - compliant with AS/NZS 1530.3. Approved for use in Australia's highest bush fire zone (BAL-FZ)
• Efficient to transport
• Available in 29 different colors
• Warranty up to 30 years.

Other performance attributes 

• Long lasting in any environment
• Made from steel - infinitely recyclable
• Lightweight interlocking design provides strong seismic performance
• Opposes wind uplift to improve performance.
• Exceeds the worlds health organisations standard for water run-off
• Lightweight with a high strength-to-weight ratio

 

Gerard Shake is suitable for use on buildings that comply with NZS 3604.

Code-compliant for the following environmental conditions:

• Wind Zone - Specific Design
• Corrosion Zone - Corrosion Zone D
• Seismic Zone - High

Compatible with all three styles of Gerard trim (Angle, Barrel and Box)

 

Installation requirements 

 

If alterations are made to the home after the installation of the roof - such as fitting of chimneys, extension, installation of skylights etc - it is important to ensure that the materials that are used are compatible with the roofing material.

It is recommended to chemically clean the roof before growths are seen as a preventative maintenance measure.

 

Statement of Building Code compliance

 

The system if designed, used, installed and maintained in accordance with supporting technical information and additional conditions and limitations will meet the following provisions of the New Zealand Building Code: