StoTherm Insulating Panel
StoTherm Plaster System - BRANZ Appraisal Certificate 478 (2008)
External Insulating Systems
From conception 50 years ago Polystyrene EIF systems have become a leading medium in the cladding and insulating of buildings. EIF systems provide a durable, economical and efficient means of insulation, when combined with proprietary componentry, testing has proven the cladding system meets the most stringent weather conditions world wide.
StoTherm Systems meet the requirements pertaining to a sophisticated building unit. Suitable for complicated constructions and at home in a variety of architectural styles. Sto, a world leader in manufacturing insulated plaster systems has provided over 350 million square metres of insulated cladding to date.
Employing over 120 technical staff with a complex range of modern analytical equipment, Sto pursues innovative technology that will meet ecologically acceptable standards. Using this approach Sto has developed a comprehensive range of facade plasters, finishing renders and cladding solutions to enable the specifiers to select an individual style to meet the project requirements.
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StoTherm Classic Plaster System 8/10 mm
StoTherm Classic incorporates the StoArmat reinforcement plaster with up to six times the impact and fracture resistance of mineral cement based systems. It offers the utmost in crack prevention and consists of a coordinated systematic approach over a solid mineral base that levels the facade. StoTherm Classic's fast and simple installation also makes it an economical, safe practical option.
Click on each of the layers below to see the components of the StoTherm Classic Plaster System.

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Cavity Batten
Sto H grade EPS vented self adhesive cavity batten.
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Insulation: Expanded Polystyrene Sheet
40/60mm "H" grade self-extinguishing sheet, manufactured to AS 1366 Part 3 by an approved manufacturer.

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Base coat: LevelLite 5/6 mm
Lightweight EPS bead mineral plaster with good build properties, water retention agents and machine application properties.

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Reinforcement: StoArmat RFP
European manufactured and certified, strong, malleable, impact resistant, white reinforcing plaster in a pail. Contains a calibration grain ensuring correct mesh coat thickness. (No cement)

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Plus: Sto European Mesh
Easy to install, meets the highest requirements for crack, stress and alkalinity resistance.

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Finishing render: Stolit range
European manufactured and certified, organically bound, strong, hard wearing, impact resistant, pre-coloured finishing renders. (No cement)

Stolit K - (1mm/1.5mm/2mm/3mm)coloured finishing render. A range of coloured float finished self gauging granulated finishes.
Stolit MP & MP Natural - coloured finishing render. A range of coloured fine sponge finishes.
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Coating:
StoColor Maxicryl - matt facade paint.
StoLastic Color - satin matt facade paint European manufactured and certified durable facade paints available in a full range of colours.
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StoLotusan Color G - mineral silicone resin European manufactured and certified self cleaning mineral paint with a breathable structure, in a full range of colours. Not recommended in dark or strong tints.
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StoTherm Plaster System 4/5 mm
StoTherm is a European white mineral basecoat plaster with good adhesion, added micro fibre for extra reinforcement and a calibration grain for basecoat build. It is sealed with Stoplex and plastered with Stolit K coloured fibre reinforced finishing render before being coated with StoColor Maxicryl or StoLastic Color facade paint for ease of maintenance. For a component break-down of the StoTherm Plaster System 4/5mm, please refer to the StoTherm brochure.
Stolit: Coloured Finishing Renders
Stolit organic finishing renders are manufactured in Europe and certified around the world. They have been in successful use for over 50 years on a variety of different substrates. During this time they have undergone a continual process of optimisation.
The perfect combination of properties: Durable, strong, hardwearing, impact resistant, malleable, weather resistant, colour stable and highly resistant to micro-organism. They are designed with good vapour permeability to allow the building to breathe while still repelling liquid water. All renders are easy to apply and can be tinted from the StoColor System or matched to the colour of your choice, using the Sto spectrometer.
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StolitK 1.0mm |
StolitK 1.5mm |
StolitK 2.0mm |
StolitK 3.0mm |
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Stolit MP |
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The Perfect Finish: Competence in Colour

Download a technical specification for StoTherm from the list below. This specification is also integrated into the MasterSpec - 4284 ST - Therm. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us for technical support.
StoTherm is appraised by BRANZ. Click below to download the BRANZ Appraisal Certificate.
Download CAD or PDF details for your project. Use the interactive detail selector below - roll over the hot spots to find and download the appropiate detail:
ST-100
StoTherm Batten LayoutST-101
StoTherm Batten Layout (600mm Centres)ST-102
Typical EPS Sheet and Fixing LayoutST-450
StoTherm Balustrade Building Wrap and Tape Position
ST-451
StoTherm Balustrade Detail - Backerboard Batten Layout
ST-456
StoTherm at Wall to Cantilevered Deck Junction
ST-500
StoTherm Pergola / Timber Bean / Deck Detail
Alternatively, select the link below to download a complete set of details below:
For a complete list of individual details, including CAD formats, please click here
Disclaimer: These drawings have been issued as a guideline. The sequence work covers various building components, each trade is responsible to ensure their elements are fully installed, including all waterproofing / sealant / flashings as is applicable.
Last updated August 2011





























