Ceiling (Plasterboard) Building Codes & Rules


- Transform Plasterboard Ceilings into Works of Art with Tools™. Expert Tips: Staggered Joints, Backblocking, Glue & Screw Discipline, and NCC Compliance!


Industry Recommendation

≤ 100Industry Recommendation

Manufacturer's Recommendation

Temporary Fasteners

every 2nd TrussManufacturer's Recommendation

Ceiling FRL Linings



Cornice Types



Cornice TYPES


NCC 2022 V1


Industry Recommendation

≥ 200Industry Recommendation

Framing


  • Framing Centres to suit Wind Category[1]
  • Install trimmers to maintain framing centres


Framing SPACING


NCC 2022 V1


  • Frames spacing varies dependant on the wind category


Industry Recommendation

Plasterboard Wall

Industry Recommendation

Sheet Edge

Manufacturer's Recommendation

Sheet Centerline

FasteningManufacturer's Recommendation

  • Single Screw, or
  • Double Nail
  • 50 to 70mm apart

Nail Packer

Main

Trusses

Temporary

Batten

Butt Joint

Industry Recommendation

Wall

Jack Truss

Recessed Edge

Industry Recommendation

Manufacturer's Recommendation

Recessed Edge

Adhesive

Adhesive

Trimmer

Back Blocking for

Level 4 or 5 Finish

Adhesive

Adhesive

Shadowline / Square Set

Cornice / Wall Track

Industry Recommendation

Industry Recommendation

FasteningsIndustry Recommendation

  • Galvanised ALWAYS in wet areas
  • Stainless Steel in coastal environments

Cornice

Square set

Manufacturer's Recommendation

Temporary Fasteners

every 2nd TrussManufacturer's Recommendation

Manufacturer's Recommendation

MovementManufacturer's Recommendation

  • Roof must be loaded before Ceiling is lined

Industry Recommendation

Industry Recommendation

Industry Recommendation

Butt Joints


  • Try to avoid by using full sheets where possible[1]


Butt Joint BEST PRACTICE


NCC 2022 V1


Industry Recommendation

Industry Recommendation

Manufacturer's Recommendation

Industry Recommendation

Industry Recommendation

Industry Recommendation

AdhesiveIndustry Recommendation

  • Ø ≈ 25mm
  • ≈ 15mm high

Manufacturer's Recommendation

Industry Recommendation

Industry Recommendation

Manufacturer's Recommendation

Sheet Direction

Perpendicular to FrameManufacturer's Recommendation

Manufacturer's Recommendation

Manufacturer's Recommendation

Manufacturer's Recommendation

Industry Recommendation

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