Plaster & Plasterboard

The most common type of stud wall, especially within the commercial sector, is metal framed stud and track. There are a huge number of construction projects that involve the use of metal stud walls, which usually come in the form of a new partitioned wall within an existing structure. Wall partitions help to create a […]

Moisture-resistant plasterboard resists moisture, condensation and water, making it a popular choice in bathrooms. Plasterboard uses gypsum, the key ingredient of plaster, and can have issues such as swelling or warping in the wall or ceiling. Moisture-resistant plasterboards work by using a series of layers to stop the moisture from penetrating the board – commonly […]

When installing plasterboards, edge beads and angle beads are used to reinforce corners or edges, allowing for a smooth finish. Angle beads are also used in corner edges around windows, stairwells, and support beams, while edge beads are used when plasterboard meets solid surfaces like doors. Plasterboard edging is easy to damage, and beading helps […]

Aside from all the fixings that involve plastic and metal, such as screws, nails, and beading etc, there is of course plasterboard adhesive.  Plasterboard adhesives are used to fix plasterboard to solid walls. Attaching plasterboard with adhesive is an effective alternative to battens or studs when covering an existing wall. Plasterboards can be stuck to […]

Aside from building wall frames and new partitioned walls, you can also dry line existing walls. This may be to cover unsightly brickwork or just to provide a small space behind the wall to hide pipes or wires. In this scenario, it may be more beneficial to use battens rather than an entire partition wall […]

British Gypsum is a well-established brand of plasterboard and gypsum products. It is a part of the global company Compagnie de Saint-Gobain S.A. but still operates several manufacturing sites for insulated plasterboard in Britain. British Gypsum plasterboard is considered to be reliable and adaptable for many uses. British Gypsum – History and Reputation Although plasterboard was […]

Celotex, originally an American brand, is now owned by the large French multinational corporation, Compagnie de Saint-Gobain.  Compagnie de Saint-Gobain also operates many of the other recognisable and formerly independent plasterboard manufacturers under the same umbrella – including notable brands such as British Gypsum.  Celotex – History and Reputation  Celotex has a long history spanning […]

Gyproc is a type of plasterboard made by British Gypsum, they are both a part of the French parent company – Saint-Gobain. Many products made by British Gypsum within the Saint-Gobain company will carry the name Gyproc, which is another name they use for gypsum plasterboard. Here we will look at some of the major product […]

Kingspan insulated plasterboard has long been a familiar sight in the UK’s dry lining market. The Kingspan Group is a publicly traded company with a long history in the trade with a reputation for high quality and good prices. Overall, Kingspan’s building materials are reliable. However, specialist plasterboards, such as those for acoustic insulation, are […]