{"product_id":"foilboard-flexifast-fasteners","title":"Foilboard Flexifast Fasteners","description":"\u003ch2\u003eFoilboard Flexifast Fasteners\u003c\/h2\u003e Flexifast Fastener is not only fast and extremely flexible in its use, but also adjustable, making it the perfect solution for many applications. Foilboard Flexifast can be used to insulate existing structures or new projects. Foilboard® Flexifast allows all Foilboard® products to be installed in underfloors, walls and ceilings. Simply cut Foilboard to desired size, insert Flexifast into the Foilboard®. Gently push between framework and fix. Flexifast should be installed at 600mm centres. All joins should be taped for maximum performance. \u003ch2\u003eSuitable for all applications\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.foilboard.com.au\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eFoilboard Australia Pty Ltd\u003c\/a\u003e manufactures a range of fixing accessories tailored to suit many construction applications. These Foilboard timber fasteners ensure that the material will be installed correctly and maintain its thermal performance for the life of the application. Whether it is for timber or steel frame construction, underfloor applications and even commercial systems, Foilboard® has the right fixings to suit all applications. \u003ch2\u003eFoilboard Flexifast Fastener Installation Instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e 1. Push the Foilboard Flexifast ® fastener into the desired position in your Foilboard® sheet, using the specially designed prongs, and then position the board where it is required. 2. Fasten the Flexifast® fastener with either nails or screws where appropriate. 3. Foilboard® recommends the use of 1 Flexifast® fastener every 600mm for maximum stability. 4. To finish the perfect installation of Foilboard®, all sheets must be taped where they join to prevent air infiltration, therefore maintaining your desired R-Value. Instructions are a guideline only and should be interpreted with consideration for the specific building application. Safe installation practices are encouraged at all times. \u003ch2\u003eMethod of Calculating Quantities of Foilboard\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cul\u003e \t\u003cli\u003eMeasure Floor or Wall area.\u003c\/li\u003e \t\u003cli\u003eAdd 5% to area to allow for cutting and waste, deduct window and door openings.\u003c\/li\u003e \t\u003cli\u003eIf using 2.44m \u003ca href=\"\/products\/foilboard-green-rigid-insulation-panels\"\u003esheets\u003c\/a\u003e divide the area by 2.93 to give the number of sheets required.\u003c\/li\u003e \t\u003cli\u003eIf using 2.70m sheets divide the area by 3.24 to give the number of sheets required.\u003c\/li\u003e \t\u003cli\u003eRound up to the next full sheet.\u003c\/li\u003e \t\u003cli\u003eFloor saddles should be on joists at approx 600mm centres and spaced at 200mm from sheet ends.\u003c\/li\u003e \t\u003cli\u003eFor retro-fits Foilboard should span across the underside of joists and between bearers using three Foilboard fasteners per joist. Joins do not need to be made on a joist and you should tape all joins.\u003c\/li\u003e \t\u003cli\u003eGenerally 1 bag of saddles is required for every 45-50m2 and 1 Role of Green Tape will be required for every 100m2. For retro-fits you will generally require 1 bag of Foilboard Fasteners and 1 roll of Green Tape for every 15-20 sheets, for Aluminium tape you will require one roll for every 10-12  sheets approx. Flexifastners should be used for all sheets 25mm or thicker and you will require 1 bag of 200 fastners for every 15-20 sheets. Or for sheets over 25mm in thickness you can order the plastic plates and supply your own fixing nails or screws. Spacers for brick work you will require 8-10 spacers per m2\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch2\u003eResidential Wall\u003c\/h2\u003e For example, an area of 130m2 (residential wall – timber\/steel frame excluding windows) will require; \u003cul\u003e \t\u003cli\u003e45 sheets of \u003ca href=\"\/products\/foilboard-green-rigid-insulation-panels\"\u003eFoilboard® Insulation Panel\u003c\/a\u003e (2440mm x 1200mm, 2.93m2 per sheet)\u003c\/li\u003e \t\u003cli\u003e3 bags of fasteners (Standard or Ultra or Flexifast)\u003c\/li\u003e \t\u003cli\u003e3 Rolls of Green UV PVC Tape\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch2\u003eUnderfloor Area\u003c\/h2\u003e For traditional underfloor applications using timber joists at 450mm centres (130m2); \u003cul\u003e \t\u003cli\u003e45 sheets of \u003ca href=\"\/products\/foilboard-green-rigid-insulation-panels\"\u003eFoilboard® Insulation Panel\u003c\/a\u003e (2440mm x 1200mm, 2.93m2 per sheet)\u003c\/li\u003e \t\u003cli\u003e3 bags of Foilboard® Floor Saddles or Flexifast Fasteners\u003c\/li\u003e \t\u003cli\u003e3 Rolls of Green UV PVC Tape\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Foilboard","offers":[{"title":"Victoria \/ 400 pcs","offer_id":58071394812236,"sku":"PWV-FB054","price":91.91,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"New South Wales \/ 400 pcs","offer_id":58071394845004,"sku":"PWN-FB054","price":94.07,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Queensland \/ 400 pcs","offer_id":58071394877772,"sku":"PWQ-FB054","price":104.97,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"South Australia \/ 400 pcs","offer_id":58071394910540,"sku":"PWS-FB054","price":84.45,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Australian Capital Territory \/ 400 pcs","offer_id":58071394943308,"sku":"PWA-FB054","price":103.48,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1073\/8070\/3564\/files\/ed5fea0f-foilboard-insulation-flexifast-fastener.jpg?v=1783940144","url":"https:\/\/pricewiseinsulation.com.au\/products\/foilboard-flexifast-fasteners","provider":"Pricewise Insulation","version":"1.0","type":"link"}