British gypsum white book dot and dab wall

A high quality general purpose strong gypsum based gyproc drywall adhesive for bonding plasterboard to masonry background with low, medium and high suction. Gyproc drywall adhesive pallet 25kg a1 building supplies. Im using gypsum adhesive, because the wall is fairly uneven. Dec 04, 2015 how to plasterboard a wall using dot and dab method. Useful technical info the white book on the british gypsum website. British gypsum launches new white book specification online. It dries much quicker because the board finish is only a very thin skim coat. Dot and dab plasterboard has become very popular in recent times as it is a very quick and easy way to finish a wall without needing any specialist trades. Find specifications that meet your performance requirements. They cover all applications, from simple space division to high performance walls. Use a roller to apply it in bands where the adhesive will be applied. Once mixed the adhesive is applied in spots over the wall at regular intervals, or sometimes in strips around the boundary where the plasterboard will go.

First published in 1972, the white book is recognised as the leading specification resource for anyone specifying partition, wall lining and ceiling systems within the construction industry. British gypsum products in nbs riba product selector. The wall has a cavity, and does not seem to be affected by the coastal, driving rain. British gypsum systems provide high quality internal linings. Every stage is catered for, from gyproc dri wall adhesive for simple and quick board fixing, through reinforcement tapes and. British gypsum metal framed partitions and walls can be used in all types of new and existing buildings, including private and social housing, apartments, healthcare, educational. Bim brochures product data sheets dops installation guides safety data sheets manual technical drawings. Please note that nbs product guidance is not a replacement for the manufacturers literature and it is recommended that british gypsum be consulted before specifying. Apr 15, 2016 im having some work done and have had the wall stripped back to bare brick. To start with, heres an overview of each step involved in dot and dab plasterboard installation. British gypsum gypframe gfs1 fixing strap is one of the gypframe board joining components designed to provide support to horizontal plasterboard joints, within deflection heads, in case the wall is higher than one board. Firewall provides up to 240 minutes of fire resistance, while requiring.

Its not too bad, but uneven enough to need some big dollops to fix it up. British gypsum uses cookies to deliver superior functionality and to enhance your experience of our websites. The construction industry is evolving in response to changing regulations, greater focus on efficient and sustainable construction as well as. Apr 30, 2017 unsubscribe from namis development ltd. We are supporting subcontractors to upskill plastering labourers, general labourers, dry lining tapers or employees working in similar roles, with the skills required. I want to avoid dot and dab or a stud frame with plasterboard if possible. Ive filled in whatever holes i could find with cement mortar. Mar 23, 2016 british gypsum has launched its new white book to help construction professionals in specifying internal partitions, wall linings, floor and acoustic ceiling systems. This is a simple, yet sometimes messy, method for attaching plasterboard to a wall to create a smooth platform for skimming plaster onto it. May 19, 2015 a new white book is now available from british gypsum. Hanging kitchen wall units on dot and dab wall singletrack. Mark the ceiling and floor at the thickness of the board plus the adhesive. All british gypsum prices are applicable to london and the surrounding areas within a 10 mile radius.

For smooth concrete surfaces, use thistle bondit to provide a key for the gyproc driwall adhesive. Dot and dab is the name given to a wall that is actually brick. Try out the white book system selector, an online tool designed to help find the ideal solutions for your. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. The drilyner basic system is ideal for concrete surfaces that are stable and free of release agents. It is a comprehensive guide to finding solutions using british gypsum products and systems. Got extension to quote for dot and dab walls then skim. Here we show you how to dot and dab plasterboard, and answer lots of questions about the dot and dab method. A large number of new build house will use it too as it is so much quicker and then home can be finished more quickly. Continued use of this site indicates that you accept this policy. British gypsum gyproc driwall adhesive a1 building supplies. Following extensive research with its customers, including online interviews and focus groups, british gypsum has improved its white book to give easier navigation and cross. Welcome to our thermal calculator uvalue new calculation.

Drilyner basic lining system provides a straightforward solution for fixing gyproc plasterboards directly to masonry backgrounds using gypsum adhesive dabs. The aim of the british gypsum site ready skimming course is to provide attendees with the skills needed to make an immediate contribution on site upon completion of the course. What do i prepare a brick wall with before dot and dab. First published in 1972, the white book is recognised as the leading specification resource for anyone specifying partition, wall lining and ceiling systems within. Course content health and safety including safe systems of work and risk assessments how to use british gypsum literature and the online white book system selector guide in providing specifications for gypwall partition systems performance. Recommended for use in intermittent moisture applications where additional performance is required such as in kitchen and bathroom walls and ceiling. Its a white, crumbly plaster, presumably also limebased. British gypsum offers a full range of lightweight partition and wall systems. The product can be used in various systems including. British gypsum, part of the saintgobain group, is the uks leading manufacturer of interior lining systems. Is there a set figure per board i was wondering how to price including materials.

What are the rules for inspecting and snagging finished plastering works. Designed for use in british gypsum wall lining and partition systems, in heavy use areas where greater levels of sound insulation and increased fire protection are required. Dot and dab plasterboard drylining plastering by namis. Dot and dab is a technique that was developed to replace traditional wet plastering and it is now frequently used in new buildings it became prevalent in england during the late 1970s and quickly gained in popularity due to its lower costs, faster installation, quicker drying time and ease of finishing. If you are definatly going to wall mount it, whats the issue with making a small hole. Plasterboard, adhesive, brick as long as you get a fixing into the brick then you can hang great weights on.

A high quality general purpose strong gypsum based gyproc dri wall adhesive for bonding plasterboard to masonry background with low, medium and high suction. Work should typically be inspected from the middle of the room or for larger rooms from around 2 metres away, looking. As paul burton44 said, the gap on dot and dab is usually 1015mm, with 912. Each product clause is authored in nbs format and is intended for inclusion in project specifications. Gyproc wallboard product data sheet introduction 1. They cater for a variety of wall and roof constructions, including metal frame and traditional masonry. Then youve got any variation on the wall to consider. What other options are there to finishing off the wall so its strong but still insulated.

British gypsum thistle bonding coat plaster 60 25kg. When tiling to a dot and dabbed wall then the boards must be left for 7 days to cure prior to tiling if fixing stone or thick porcelain to a dot and dabbed wall, add an extra horizontal bed of adhesive at the mid way point of the plasterboard for extra strength. Ive found that tape and joint is generally slower than skim, and ocasionally more exoensive as it needs visits. Well, technically in the utility room which is breeze block with a dot and dab plasterboard over the top. If your postcode falls outside this area prices may vary our sales team will contact you in this instance.

Also mark the wall to show where the centre of each board. Building information modelling bim in every kind of building, we help to build ceilings, wall linings and partitions, provide thermal comfort, protect. Information about our cookie policy can be found here. The uvalues for typical new and existing wall constructions with. Enhanced plasterboard with water repellent additives in the core. Using plater board on external facing wall mybuilder. The famous white book is a comprehensive guide to everything british gypsum does, helping construction professionals with specifying internal partitions, wall linings, and floor and acoustic ceiling systems. Just need a couple of useful wall units over the top of the washer and dryer. British gypsum sort by price, low to high price, high to low alphabetically, az alphabetically, za date, old to new date, new to old best selling view grid list.

British gypsum metal stud and channel british gypsum. What are the rules for inspecting and snagging finished. One builder told me he would cement render the walls, apply a wire mesh and the plasterskim on top. This is usually an inexpensive way to make a tired or damaged wall into a modern and fresh looking wall. Our systems are nonloadbearing and constructed using modern, drylining techniques. Also mark the wall to show where the centre of each board will be. Gyproc plasterboard linings are given in tables 1 3. To do this you simply apply dot and dab also known as dry wall dri wall adhesive dot and dab is an adhesive that is made from gypsum.

May 18, 2015 the construction industry is evolving in response to changing regulations, greater focus on efficient and sustainable construction as well as the total cost throughout the buildings life cycle. There is a lot of misunderstanding surrounding this topic, but the principles are simple. The white book for all partitions, wall lining and ceiling systems. This section contains a full range of lightweight partition and wall. Plasterboard, adhesive, brick as long as you get a fixing. Gyproc soundbloc f gypsum plasterboard with a higher density core. Please call us on 0844 561 8810 to book this course. British gypsum gypframe gfs1 fixing strap metal stud wall.