Tapered Edge Plasterboard

What is Tapered Edge Plasterboard?

Tapered Edge Plasterboard refers to any gypsum plasterboard that has a tapered edge rather than a square edge.

These tapered edges create a small groove when the plasterboards are butted up against each other.

This groove can then be taped with scrim tape and jointed using joint filler or jointing compound. This process is known as taping and jointing, and it provides a smooth finish that can be painted over.

Tapered edge plasterboard comes in both standard and performance ranges, is suitable for direct decoration, and will comply with most building specifications. 

In certain applications, it is necessary to install multiple layers of plasterboard to meet the required building regulations. 

Where To Use Tapered Edge Plasterboard 

Tapered Edge plasterboard boards are suitable for many applications where standard fire structural and acoustic levels are specified. 

• Partition walls
• Brick or masonry walls
• Suspended ceilings
• Loft ceilings

What Are The Benefits of Tapered Edge Plasterboard?

There are a few key reasons why tapered edge plasterboard is generally considered to be a better option than square edge plasterboard. 

• Much easier to create smooth, professional-looking finishes when jointing and skimming
• Help to prevent cracks from forming in the plasterboard, which can be a common issue with square edge plasterboard
• Generally much easier to work with overall, meaning that you are less likely to make mistakes when installing
• Enables a smoother and quicker installation of walls, partitions and ceilings over traditional construction methods 
• Can be easily fixed to timber and metal partitions by mechanical fixings and to various brick/masonry backgrounds by drywall adhesive
• Reduces noise transmission, especially airborne sounds such as speech and music
• Tapered edge makes for easy jointing or skimming
• Can be installed in single or in multi-layers to increase acoustic and fire performance 

Types of Tapered Edge Plasterboard

We sell a range of standard Tapered Edge Plasterboard boards, one of our popular boards being the 12.5mm Knauf Wallboard TE. 

Other plasterboard boards, such as those offering acoustic and fire performance, also come with a tapered edge, including: 

• 15mm Knauf Soundshield Plus TE - increases acoustic levels
• 12.5mm Knauf Fire Panel TE - exceeds normal fire properties of plasterboard
• 12.5mm Knauf Moisture Panel TE - enhanced moisture resistance

These performance boards all have different paper facings for easy identification. Dip into our big-brand range of boards from popular names such as: Gyproc, Knauf and Siniat.

Gyproc Standard Tapered Edge Plasterboard

Gyproc are the brains behind fire-resistant Gyproc Fireline and sound-resistant Gyproc Soundbloc. 

Gyproc's Standard Wallboards are the ultimate lining solution for most residential projects, providing cost-effective drylining and a smooth surface ready for decoration.

• Can be used in a variety of applications even over existing plaster walls
• Can be installed in single or multiple layers to increase acoustic and fire performance
• Suitable for masonry, timber frame and metal frame (walls, partitions and ceilings)
• Suitable for direct decoration or Thistle plaster finish
• Score and snap to cleanly cut - leaves neat edges and straight lines for quick installation

Knauf Tapered Edge Plasterboard

Knauf also showcases a bevy of performance plasterboard boards such as Fire Panel, Soundshield and Moisture Panel. Knauf Tapered Edge Plasterboard offers homeowners a drylining solution that meets industry requirements. 

We recommend these 2400mm x 1200mm wallboards for people who want easy installation as well as a range of decoration options. 

Each board has an ivory paper face and a tapered edge that creates a flush finish, helping to banish the chances of drab-looking gaps and poor installation practices.

• Perfect for partitions, linings and ceilings
• Ivory paper faced - ideal for a plaster finish or for direct decoration 
• Easy to score and snap for quick and snappy installation