Code of practice for the use of profiled sheet for roof and wall cladding on buildings (+A1:2017)
BS 5427:2016
Document Status
Current
Supplement
Core Supplement
Series
BS
Abstract
Recommendations are given for designing and construction of external cladding assemblies for roofs and walls using profiled sheeting as the external surface. Covers: components, installation and weathertightness, temperature and thermal movement, inspection and maintenance.
History
BS 5427:2016 superseded BS 5427-1:1996. BS 5427:2016+A1:2017 supersedes BS 5427:2016. First published November 1976. Second edition (published as BS 5427-1) July 1996. Third (present) edition April 2016. Came into effect 30 April 2016. BS 5427:2016 was a full revision of BS 5427 and took into account changes to materials, components, systems and design practice as well as issues relating to thermal insulation and condensation. Amendment dated 31 December 2017 - A1: see Foreword.
ISBN
9780580968860
Subjects
- Profiled sheet cladding/covering
- Coverings and surface finishes
- Cladding/covering
Publisher History
With over 100 years of experience the British Standards Institute is recognised as the UK’s National standards body. Their committees work with the manufacturing and service industries, government, businesses and consumers to facilitate the production of British, European and International standards.
Information
NBS
NBS has produced specification systems and information products for construction industry professionals for more than 40 years. The National Building Specification is the recognised UK national standard and is used by over 5,000 organisations. NBS is part of RIBA Enterprises Ltd.
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