The sections of the New Zealand Building Code (NZBC) that may be relevant to the use of FLOORCO floor covering products depend on the building’s design, location, and intended use.
As internal floor finishes, these products may be subject to consideration under the following NZBC Performance Clauses:
B2 – Durability
C3 – Fire Affecting Areas Beyond the Fire Source
D1 – Access Routes
F2 – Hazardous Building Materials
The relevance and application of these clauses are project-specific and do not imply that any individual floor finish product, when used in isolation, achieves compliance with the New Zealand Building Code.
This information is provided for reference only to assist in understanding potential regulatory considerations. Assessment of compliance with the NZBC remains the responsibility of the project designer and the Building Consent Authority.
Please note:
Where the original approved building documentation specifies a particular floor finish (such as tiles, vinyl, or similar products), a Minor Variation may be required before an alternative flooring system is installed. Installation should not proceed until the appropriate approval has been obtained. Failure to do so may result in the product not being accepted by the Building Consent Authority during inspection.
The information provided on this page, together with any associated technical documents, is intended as explanatory material only to assist in understanding regulatory considerations, including those arising from post-2021 standards. Assessment of compliance with the NZBC remains the responsibility of the project designer and the Building Consent Authority.
If additional or supporting documentation is required, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us at nzfloorco@hotmail.com
| Compliance Design Guide |
The Compliance Design Guide provides technical and design-based information to assist designers, installers, and building professionals in understanding how FLOORCO floor covering systems may be incorporated within building designs in relation to relevant New Zealand Building Code (NZBC) Performance Clauses.
| NZBC Alternative Solution |
NZBC Alternative Solution documents provide project-specific technical assessments that demonstrate how particular FLOORCO floor covering systems may be used to meet relevant New Zealand Building Code (NZBC) Performance Clauses.
| Overlay Flooring product installation system |
The Overlay Flooring Product Installation System documents set out the prescribed installation methods, detailing requirements, and system components applicable to FLOORCO overlay flooring products.
These documents are intended to guide installers and building professionals on correct installation practices, including substrate preparation, joint detailing, perimeter allowances, compatible underlays, adhesives, and moisture management measures where applicable.
