What Are The Benefits of Using Plasterboard Over Wet Plaster?

You don’t need to be an expert to install a plasterboard sheet correctly. Whilst it may take patience and effort to get the boards into the correct position on the wall, you’ll catch on fast.The smooth finish of the boards promises a clean and flush base on which to decorate. It is faster, cheaper, and less labour-intensive than the process of wet plastering. In terms of thermal efficiency, drywall has a slight edge over plaster.Dry-lined walls are easier to change.Smooth surface that finishes such as paint can be applied directly to.Drywall can easily be cut into when making in-wall repairs - holes in plasterboard walls are much easier to fix.

Are Gypsum Board & Plasterboard The Same Thing?

Yes. Plasterboard goes by several names including gypsum board, drywall, wallboard or wall panels.

How To Store Plasterboard?

Most plasterboards will come with a protective plastic coating, which should remain on until you are ready to tackle your drylining job. We recommend keeping the boards on a flat surface in a dry environment to prevent bowing.

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Q: How to Cut Plasterboard

We recommend cutting plasterboard with a regular plasterboard saw. You will need a straight edge, Stanley knife, a pencil and a measuring tape. Holes for switch or socket boxes should be cut out before the boards are fixed. As ever, we recommend marking your measurements before cutting and wearing protective gear when cutting and fitting plasterboard.Top tip - Dry-lining a timber frame: If your wall is very uneven, you can simply attach a framework of timber studs to it, so that you can then fix plasterboard to it.