Plaster & Plasterboard

When the plasterboard is fixed to a wall or ceiling, the boards need to be joined to prevent any cracks from appearing. This is a process known as ‘tape and jointing’ and the most common type of tape used is called scrim tape.  It is used to secure joints between plasterboard sheets and is all […]

Although plasterboard is the most common component of a dry-lined wall, it wouldn’t be anything with the stud frame it’s attached to. A stud-framed wall is a type of wall partition system, which is used to build a new room within an existing space – such as in an office or commercial building. The ‘footprint’ […]

A stud wall is a quick and effective way to either create a new room within a building or to create a new wall against an existing one. Stud wall timber is used within the production of a wooden stud wall, creating a firm frame within which you can install insulation and fix plasterboarding. In […]

The tapered-edge plasterboard has a slightly lower edge on each side of the board. When you look at a tapered-edge plasterboard, you will see the board gently dip towards the edge. This is intentional and will make it easier to slot multiple boards together, which can help to speed up construction time. After taping and […]

So, you’ve successfully plasterboarded your room and now you want to fix some wall-hanging objects in place Whether you’re looking to install a shelf, wall-mounted TV, or simply hang a painting or mirror, you’ll need to have the right plasterboard fixings to do the job properly. Although plasterboard is pretty robust by itself, it’s effectively just a layer of […]

It is perfectly possible to tile directly on top of the plasterboard, and in this quick guide, we will explore how to pick tiles that your plasterboard wall can support the best options for tile adhesives, and the best methods for tiling. We’ll also look at your options for tiling inside bathrooms, and the specific […]

Timber-framed stud walls are mainly used as part of the framework within the walls of a partition system. The stud is a vertical piece of timber that creates sections within the frame to allow boards to be fixed into place. When installing a stud wall, the timber frame uses carcassing wood, which supports the plasterboard walls. […]

If you need a framing system that can support more weight than a traditional metal stud and track wall, you can opt for a steel frame system.  A steel frame system (SFS) is a powerful, lightweight construction material, commonly used in the development of partitioned walls. Unlike a standard metal frame system, a steel framed system is […]

So, you know what a stud wall is, but what about the wall studs themselves? Effectively, the wall stud is a long, thin piece of timber or metal that forms the main structural support for the frame of your stud wall. The wall studs form the vertical upright portion of a wall frame. The top and sole […]