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Importing without the risk.

  • WaterMark for plumbing

  • AS/NZS 2208 for glass

  • E0/E1 Formaldehyde ratings for timber

All products delivered are guaranteed to fit their purpose. If it doesn’t meet the spec, we replace it.

AS/NZ Compliance Standards

  • Mandatory Mark: RCM (The triangle with a tick)
    CE (European) or CCC (Chinese) marks are not sufficient.

  • The Standard:

    • AS/NZS 60598.1: Luminaires (General requirements).

    • AS/NZS 3133: Switches.

    • AS/NZS 3100: General requirements for electrical equipment.

  • Product registered on the EESS

Plumbing – Pipes

  • Mandatory Mark: WaterMark (must be stamped on the pipe itself).

  • The Standard:

    • AS/NZS 1260: PVC pipes for drain, waste, and vent.

    • AS/NZS 4130: Polyethylene (PE) pipes for pressure applications.

    • AS/NZS 3500: Plumbing and drainage code (the product must comply with this for installation).

Plumbing – Sanitary Ware (Toilets, Taps

  • Mandatory Mark: WaterMark AND WELS (Water Efficiency Labelling and Standards – the star rating sticker).

  • The Standard:

    • AS 1172.1 / .2: Water closets (pans and cisterns).

    • AS 3718: Tap ware (supply).

    • AS 3499: Flexible hose assemblies (flexible connectors

  • Mandatory: Must meet the NCC (National Construction Code) requirements.

  • The Standard:

    • AS 2047: Windows and external glazed doors in buildings (The “Master” standard).

    • AS 1288: Glass in buildings – Selection and installation.

    • AS 2208: Safety glazing materials in buildings (Must be stamped on the glass if it is toughened/laminated).

The Standard:

  • AS 2047: For external sliding/hinged glass doors (weatherproofing).

  • AS 2688: Timber doors (flat, solid, hollow core).

  • AS 1905.1: Fire Resistant Doorsets (Crucial for apartment front doors). Note: Builders will demand a fire tag on the door frame.

  • AS 5039: Security screen doors.

  • The Standard (Safety):

    • AS 4586: Slip resistance classification of new pedestrian surface materials.

    • Requirement: You must provide a “P Rating” (e.g., P3, P4) for the tiles.

  • The Standard (Fire):

    • AS ISO 9239.1: Fire hazard properties (Critical for flooring in high-rise hallways).

  • The Ban: As of July 1, 2024, the use, supply, and manufacture of Engineered Stone (reconstituted stone) is BANNED in Australia due to Silicosis risks.

  • We Do NOT import: Any engineered stone containing crystalline silica.

  • Safe Alternatives:

    • Porcelain / Sintered Stone: (e.g., Dekton, Neolith style).

    • Natural Stone (Granite/Marble): Allowed, but requires strict safety handling.

    • Zero-Silica Engineered Stone: Some new products exist, but builders are hesitant.

  • The Standard (Natural Stone):

    • AS 2924: High pressure decorative laminates (if laminate).

    • AS 4586: Slip resistance (if used on floors).

  • The Standard:

    • AS/NZS 4357: Structural Plywood.

    • Formaldehyde Emissions: Australia requires low formaldehyde emission ratings (E1 or E0).

  • Moisture: Ask for “HMR” (High Moisture Resistant) board standards for kitchen carcasses.

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