(1)

Where dampproofing is installed below the floor, it shall consist of

(a)

polyethylene not less than 0.15 mm thick with joints lapped not less than 100 mm,

(b)

Type S roll roofing with joints lapped not less than 100 mm, or

(c)

rigid extruded/expanded polystyrene with sealed or shiplapped joints that has

(i)

sufficient compressive strength to support the floor assembly, and

(ii)

a water vapour permeance complying with Clause 9.13.2.2.(2)(a). (See Note A-9.13.2.6.(1))

(2)

Where dampproofing is installed between a floor-on-ground and a finished floor, it shall consist of

(a)

rigid extruded/expanded polystyrene with sealed or shiplapped joints that has

(i)

sufficient compressive strength to support the floor assembly, and

(ii)

a water vapour permeance complying with Clause 9.13.2.2.(2)(b), or

(b)

polyethylene not less than 0.05 mm thick with joints lapped not less than 100 mm.