Vogue subfloor panel mgo board flooring magnesium oxide board
MgO board is a strong, high quality, fire-proof, mineral-based building material used to replace plywood, fiber cement panels, OSB and gypsum wallboards. It is an extremely versatile product for use with interior and exterior construction. It is mading from bonding certain elements (including magnesium and oxygen) which results in an extremely strong cement-like material. Similar compounds have been used for construction purposes for hundreds of years in such world-famous sites such as the Great Wall of China, Rome's Pantheon, and extensively throughout one of the world's tallest buildings, Taipei 101.
MgO Floorings
Magnesium Oxysulfate Flooring Board
Magnesium Oxychloride Flooring Board
1220*3050mm Flooring Board
1220*2440mm Flooring Board
3-20mm Thickness Flooring Boards
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Our products are highly energy efficient, non-toxic, and mould- and asbestos-free. Moreover, they are 100 per cent recyclable and they have a low carbon-footprint. Thanks to these "green" features, our products contribute directly to the sustainability of any project in which they are used.
Parameter | Result | Test Standard | |
Density | 2>1050kg/m3 | BS EN 12467 -2012 | |
Bending strength | 12mm> 20-30 Mpa | BS EN 12467 -2012 | |
Water absorbing by weight/24 hours | <15% | BS EN 12467 -2012 | |
Water impermeability after 24h, water gauge 5 cm | Lack of leakage | BS EN 12467 -2012 | |
Shrinkage and expansion rate(exterior) | <0.20% | ASTM C 1186-08 | |
Thermal conductivity | <0.22W/(m·K) | ASTM C 518-10 | |
Asbestos or formaldehyde | None | EN REACH | |
Fire Resistant | A1 | EN ISO1182 &1176 | |
Chloride content | <0.003% | ASTM C 871 | |
Wet - dry 50 cycles Heat rain 50 cycles Freeze-Thaw 100 cycles | Strength remain>75% | Category A Class 3 | |
Surface burning and smoke | Class A Flame Spread<25 Smoke Develop<25 | ASTM E 84-12 | |
MgO Board is fire resistant, it has a "zero" flame spread and smoke developed rating.
MgO Board is water resistant. When submerged completely in water for extended periods of time, it has no dimensional changes.
MgO Board is mould and mildew resistant.
MgO Board will save on labour and material costs and therefore also save on the overall time of projects.
MgO Board is made of a mineral product and will therefore reduce allergies and will be conducive to cleaner homes, offices and
other environments.
MgO Board has no chemicals in its formula and some of the ingredients are found in vitamins and minerals we take everyday.
MgO Board has good performance on acoustic.
MgO Board has good performance on thermal insulation.
MgO Board is a eco-friendly and green building material.
MgO Board is 100% recyclable.
MgO Board has good weatherability characteristics. It has been subject to some of the toughest testing being conducted on building
materials today and has passed with good results.
MgO Board is quite stable. When subjected to temperature changes it does not expand or contract much.
MgO Board is impervious to insects including termites and sugar ants, as it is inedible.
MgO Board is an easy-to-install product.
MgO Board has excellent strength characteristics.
MgO Board is non-toxic, free of carcigens and contains no silica.
Installation (Flooring, Wall and Ceiling)
Cut MgO with a carbide tipped scoring knife or a power saw equipped with a carbide blade. For best results, use a blade designed specifically for cement board and use a T-square to help ensure cuts are straight and even.
For circular cuts and irregular angle cuts use a Roto Zip, Dremel, or equivalent tool, equipped with a cement board bit or carbide tipped bit.
Start with proper framing and ensure studs are straight and square to allow for adequate fastening surface at adjoining walls and flat stress-free installation of MgO. Ensure framing is level.
The fewer cuts that are made the better and easier installation will be. Begin by laying out your floor before fastening to the joists. When planning the layout make sure the cut edges will be against the perimeter of the room. Sheets should be spaced evenly and butt tightly.
Install MgO on 16" centers. Always support board ends by joists. Slightly countersink each fastener. Leave about 1/8th inch between the perimeter walls and the MgO to allow for expansion.
After installing the initial sheet of MgO flooring, apply a generous amount of Select Construction Adhesive, or equal, to the exposed edge of the installed sheet of MgO. Install the next sheet of flooring butting joints together tightly. Squeeze a small amount of well-bonding construction adhesive the surface along the entire seam. Use a putty knife to remove excess from the butt joint. After installation of first board, verify the board is level before continuing.
Fastening
MgO nesium Oxide Boards (MgO) are a non-tox board material and certain types of fasteners may corrode the board. Because all projects and locations are different, consult a local fastener expert for your location and project. We recommend using a 316-stainless steel material for all fasteners. Alternatively, a ceramic coated fastener designed specifically for cement board products may also be acceptable.
Fastening to wood studs with screws: Use #8 flat head fasteners with high / low threads and a sharp drill point.
Fastening to metal: Use 18 gauge or heavier, with screw: Use #8 flat head screw with nibs under the head for countersinking into the MgO, and a self-drilling point for penetrating the light gauge metal. When fastening to light gauge materials lighter than 18 gauge, consider using pneumatic fastening. Other fasteners may strip out lighter gauge studding prior to countersinking the head of the fastener into the MgO sheathing. If fastening using pneumatic nails use hardened nails. Pneumatic pressures vary depending on board thickness and stud material used. Always set pressure based on countersinking needs.
Fastener Installation: Install fasteners no closer than 4" from corners. Perimeter fasteners should be placed 6" apart. Center fasteners should be placed 12" apart. Install fasteners approximately 9/16" from board edge. Do not install fasteners at 45º angles. Always begin fastening at one side and proceed to fasten across the board to the other side to avoid stress.
Safety
MgO does not contain any carcinogenic material. We do recommend that installers wear a dust mask and safety glasses during routing, cutting and sanding operations. Never dry sweep MgO, instead use a wet suppression or HEPA vacuum.
If you are using galvanized steel framing, the chlorides in some MgO sheathing, used to ward off insects and prevent the feeding of mold and mildew, may experience a reaction. There have been no reports of such reactions. If using MgO as a sheathing, we recommend installing a barrier of some type to eliminate direct contact between the board and the framing.
