SGU15 is a 15mm shadow gap 'U' profile for architraves. It is manufactured to ISO 9001:2000 from exterior-grade, impact-resistant, UV-stable PVC-U.

It is used to form a shadow gap at the edges of plasterboard next to door frames, ceilings and skirting boards where the adjacent finish is seen.

Dimensions: 15mm gap and 24mm wing
Depth: 12.5mm board

Colour and appearance

  • Colour: white
  • Guaranteed not to stain or corrode in damp situations
  • UV stable; any discoloration is uniform over a single facade and within industry standards

Performance

  • Complies with BS EN 13914-1&2:2005
  • BBA certified
  • Class 1Y fire rated
  • REACH compliant
  • 10.5mm slot expands when board is inserted to form a good fit
  • Dramatic reduction in time to form a shadow gap compared to traditional methods
  • Dissipates shock waves
  • Resistant to impact damage
  • More cost effective than stainless steel
  • Outlasts metal
  • Not affected by weather - should be specified in all regions of high moisture or high salt
  • Guaranteed to be fit for purpose for lifetime of the render and at least 25 years

Installation

  • Standard industry practice and tools can be used
  • Cut to length with tin snips or fine tooth saw
  • Non-corrosive mechanical fixings should be used
  • Supplied in 3m lengths and in packs of 6

Environment

  • Locally manufactured
  • 100% recycled content
  • Low Ecopoint score of 0.004/kg delivered
  • Fully recyclable
  • Ecologically benign; non–hazardous in water; non–hazardous if ingested; does not release substances into the atmosphere