15mm Knauf Fire Panel Plasterboard ǀ FireShield delivers superior fire resistance for demanding applications. This specialized fire-rated board features enhanced additives that make it the ideal choice for Knauf Performer partition systems protecting escape routes, Knauf Shaftwall installations, Knauf MF ceiling solutions, and any project demanding exceptional fire performance.

Distinguished by its distinctive pink paper surface, the 15mm Knauf Fire boards accepts a wide range of finishing options including ready-mixed compounds, traditional plaster applications, or immediate decoration. Pair it with Knauf's comprehensive range of metal framing, jointing compounds, and fixings for maximum effectiveness.

When installed as part of a complete Knauf system, this 15mm fire plasterboard achieves up to 120 minutes of fire protection. Performance is validated through rigorous testing and backed by Knauf's System Performance Warranty, delivering building certification and confidence for your project.

The enhanced fire-resistant composition makes it particularly suited for applications demanding superior fire performance, including domestic party walls, garage conversions, and circulation corridors.

Product specification

• Brand: Knauf
• Model: 15mm Fire Resistance Plasterboard
• Thickness: 15mm
• Board Length: 2400mm
• Board Width: 1200mm
• Board Dimensions: 2,400mm x 1,200mm x 15 mm
• Board Coverage: 2.88m2
• Board Weight: 34.56 kg
• R-Value: 0.05m2K/W
• Thermal Conductivity: 0.24 W/mK
• Colour: Pink
• Material: High-quality Gypsum
• Profile: Tapered Edge (T.E)
• Board weight and density: 12.5mm - 10kg/m2 - 800kg/m3 & 15mm - 12kg/m2 - 800kg/m3
• Building Regulations: Approved ǀ Class 0
• Finish: Strong paper liners
• Applications: Partitions ǀ Drylining
• Compliance (to BS EN 520 Classification): Type A & F
• Reaction to fire: The National Classification is "Limited combustibility" but the European Classification is rated as "A2".
• Decoration: Plaster Finish ǀ Direct Decoration
• Features: Superior Fire Protection
• Manufacturer: Knauf Drywall®

Application / Installation

This 15mm Fire resistant plasterboard performs exceptionally well in commercial environments including offices and retail premises. It's equally effective for residential projects, from kitchen areas to newly constructed garage spaces.

Installation requires Knauf Drywall Screws and completion with Knauf's full jointing and finishing system, including Knauf Airless Finishes for professional results.

15mm Fire Panel is fully recyclable as part of standard gypsum waste streams.

CHARACTERISTICS

• Substantially higher fire resistance than standard plasterboard
• 0.5 hours - 4 hours fire resistance (depending on thickness)
• Contains glass fibre to maintain the integrity of board in fire

CERTIFICATES

• Compliance: EN 520, Types A and D
• Categorized as Gypsum Type X

The test methods refer to

• ASTM E119
• BS EN ISO 9001 : 2000
• BS 1230 : Part 1 1985
• non combustible to BS 476: Part 4

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