How to install plasterboard sheets?

[tom138]

All right, here we go. Planning another project

I am getting the asbestos containing internal wall and ceiling lining removed from two bedrooms and so I need to reline with Gyprock.

Haven’t never done this I have few newbie questions:

• I’ve seen few install videos and they always put an offcut under a sheet to form a gap between floor and sheet. How is this gap sealed? Or you are supposed to leave it and cover it with skirting boards?
• How do I work around existing window casings/sills and door frames?

• We have got exposed beams as seen in the attached photo. How does one plaster around those?

 

 

• Insulation - can I put battens into the wall cavity from the inside even though there is no vapour barrier between behind the cladding?

Any advise is much appreciated!

Thanks,

Tom

[Dave-1]

Morning @tom138 

I know that "bothering feeling" and its usually better to have it gone. Cant wait to see the project when its done

Dave

[EricL]

Hello @tom138 

My apologies for the late reply. The K3 can be ordered at the trade desk. Please note that it comes in 12 pack quantities, so if you decide to use this, it's best to double check the quantity that you'll need for your project. The sheets come in standard size 2400 x 1200 and its always advisable to inquire about the turnaround time so that you'll have a good idea when it will be delivered.

If you need further assistance, please let us know.

Eric

[MrCannotWeld]

Hi Eric

The video you linked above How To Plasterboard A Ceiling is great, but could I please ask - how do you 'finish' the roof? As in, once the plasterboard is up do you use topping compound to fill the gap between the sheets and to hide the screw heads?

Thanks

[EricL]

Hello @MrCannotWeld 

I propose using Gyprock CSR 2.25kg Less Mess Multi-Purpose Joint Compound to cover the screw heads and to fill the gap between sheets. Please remember to use Gyprock CSR 75m Plasterboard Perforated Paper Jointing Tape

If you need further assistance, please let me know.

Eric

[MrCannotWeld]

Thanks. I'll take some before and after photos. Appreciate the help!