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Plasterboard Installation Manual

Updated in March 2023, Knauf Plasterboard Installation Manual is an essential reference guide for plasterboard installers and builders.

In addition to the latest Knauf plasterboard installation and finishing specifications, Plasterboard Installation Manual provides a wealth of useful information on good building practices associated with defect free, quality plasterboard linings.

Download the Plasterboard Installation Manual here

Knauf Plasterboard Installation Manual contains the following plasterboard related information and specifications:

· Plasterboard and its properties	· Fixing to framed walls
· Design considerations	· Fixing to masonry Walls
· Plasterboard sizes	· Installation in wet areas
· Framing requirements	· Construction of curves and arches
· Linings layout	· Installation of cornices
· Plasterboard fastening	· Jointing of plasterboard linings
· Installation of internal ceilings	· Tools and accessories
· Installation of garage and external ceilings	· Decorating plasterboard linings

ACOUSTIC PANELS & CEILING TILES

ACOUSTIC SUSPENSION SYSTEM

DRYWALL SUSPENSION SYSTEM

STRATOPANEL® CEILING SYSTEM

SHEETROCK® Plasterboard

TECHNICAL Plasterboard

Multi-Application Boards

Water-Resistant Plasterboard

Jointing Compounds

Specialty Plasters

Adhesives

Primers

Joint Tapes

Rondo® Metal Components

SHEETROCK® Cove

Decorative Cornice

Cement Board Indoor

Cement Board Outdoor

Wall Batts

Ceiling Batts

Acoustic Range

ECOSE® Technology

DIY Cornice Adhesive

DIY Patching Plaster

Total Joint Finish

Stud Adhesive

Tools & Accessories

Wet Area Solutions

Wet Area Solutions

Health Care

Education

Bushfire Protection

Multi-Residential

Systems+

CinemaZone®

Fireclad® Fire-rated External Wall System

Firewall® System

IntRwall® System

Multiframe™ System

NeighbourZone™ System

OutRwall® System

Partiwall® Separating Wall System

Quiet Living™ System

Acoustics

Fire Performance

Seismic

Knauf for Architects / Designers

Testimonials

IntRwall Bishopsgate Apartments

Case Studies

SkyCity Entertainment Precinct - Adelaide

Knauf for Builders / Installers

Resources

Ensuring best practice for ceiling installation

Case Studies

Ryman Healthcare Melbourne

Knauf for Homeowners

Resources

Guide to Ceilings Care for Homeowners

Case Studies

Prima Pearl

Plasterboard Installation Manual

Plasterboard Installation Manual

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