Gyproc Drylining System Specification

Project Name: Somo Towers/KSA

Wall Type (P1) (between
Specification Title: Client:
apartments)
Zaid Hassunah
Gyproc Contact: Sales Engineer Contact:
+966 555431235
Date Created: 24 October 2023 Rev. No: 0

System Overview
One inner layer of 12.5mm Gyproc SoundBloc Board with an outer face layer of
12.5mm Gyproc Habito Board to each side of 50mm Gypframe ‘C’ studs installed at
GypWall Quiet 600mm centers in a twin frame construction and cross braced at 1200mm vertical
centers using a Gypframe 103FC50 Fixing Channel with 50mm Isover Eco glasswool
insulation in the cavity
System Details No. Components Required
1 12.5mm Gyproc SoundBloc Board
2-3 12.5mm Gyproc Habito Board
4 Gypframe 50 S 50 “C” Stud
5 Gypframe 52 DC 50 Deep Channel
6 Gypframe 52 DC 60 Deep Channel
For illustrative purposes only. Please review Gyproc Typical Details for deflection head detail, etc.

Suitable stud noggin - to support horizontal joint in face layer board &
receive uppermost board fixing
Gypframe 103FC50 Fixing Channel
7 13mm Gyproc Waferhead Screws
7 25mm Gyproc Drywall Screws & 45mm Gyproc Habito Screws
8 Gyproc Sealant
Gyproc FireStrip – used where soffit shows signs of undulation or small
gaps, cracks or holes appear in the substrate (can be omitted)
11 50mm Isover Eco Acoustic Partition Roll (16kg/m³)

Head / base channel and abutment studs to be fixed to structural

substrate using 70mm Gyproc Wedge Anchors

Gyproc Paper Tape & Gyproc Jointing Compound

Performance Criteria Project
Gyproc System
(based on laboratory tests) Requirements
BS 1230 / EN 520 / ASTM
Board Standards: Not Mention
C 1396
Fire Resistance:
60 mins 60 mins
(BS 476 & ASTM E119)
Sound Insulation: Rw 60dB Rw 55dB
Partition Duty
Severe Severe
(BS 5234: Parts 1 and 2)
Maximum Height: 6800 mm 3400 mm
Nominal Thickness: 200 mm 200 mm
Limiting Deflection: L/240 @ 200Pa Not Mention
Deflection Head Allowance:
20 mm 20 mm
(TBC by Structural Engineer)

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Project Name: Somo Towers/KSA

Specification Title: Wall Type (P2) (ShaftWall) Client:
Zaid Hassunah
Gyproc Contact: Sales Engineer Contact:
+966 555 431235
Date Created: 24 October 2023 Rev. No: 2

System Overview
Two layers of 15mm Gyproc FireStop Board to non-shaft side of Gypframe 70mm ‘I’
Gyproc ShaftWall Stud @ 300mm centres with Gyproc CoreBoard between studs on shaft side, secured by
Gypframe Retaining Channel with 50mm Isover Eco glasswool insulation in the cavity.
System Details No. Components Required
1,2 15mm Gyproc FireStop Board
3,4,5 19mm Gyproc CoreBoard
6 Gypframe 70 I 70 'I' Stud
For illustrative purposes only. Please review Gyproc Typical Details for deflection head detail, etc.

7 Gypframe RC70 Retaining Channel

8 Gypframe 72 EDC 80 Extra Deep Channel
9 Gypframe 72 EDC 80 Extra Deep Channel
10 25mm & 42mm Gyproc Jack Point Screws
11 Gyproc Sealant
13 Gypframe GA3 Horizontal Joint Angle
14 50mm Isover Acoustic Roll (16kg/m3)
Gypframe GFS1 Fixing Strap / suitable stud noggin - to support horizontal joint in face
layer board
Head / base channel and abutment studs to be fixed to structural substrate
using 70mm Gyproc Wedge Anchors
Gyproc Paper Tape & Gyproc Jointing Compound

Performance Criteria Project

Gyproc System
(based on laboratory tests) Requirements
BS 1230 / EN 520 / ASTM
Board Standards: Not Mention
C 1396
Fire Resistance:
120 mins 120 mins
(BS 476 & ASTM E119)
Sound Insulation: Rw 45dB Rw 50dB
Partition Duty
Severe Severe
(BS 5234: Parts 1 and 2)
Maximum Height: 4500 mm 3400 mm
Nominal Thickness: 102 mm 100 mm
Limiting Deflection: L/240 @ 200Pa Not Mention
Deflection Head Allowance:
15mm 15mm
(TBC by Structural Eng.)
Note:

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Project Name: Somo Towers/KSA

Specification Title: Wall Type (P3) (ShaftWall) Client:
Zaid Hassunah
Gyproc Contact: Sales Engineer Contact:
+966 555 431235
Date Created: 22 October 2023 Rev. No: 2

System Overview
Two layers of 15mm Gyproc FireStop Board to non-shaft side of Gypframe 150mm ‘I’
Gyproc ShaftWall Stud @ 300mm centres with Gyproc CoreBoard between studs on shaft side, secured by
Gypframe Retaining Channel with 50mm Isover Eco glasswool insulation in the cavity.
System Details No. Components Required
1,2 15mm Gyproc FireStop Board
3,4,5 19mm Gyproc CoreBoard
6 Gypframe 150 I 90 'I' Stud
For illustrative purposes only. Please review Gyproc Typical Details for deflection head detail, etc.

7 Gypframe RC150 Retaining Channel

8 Gypframe 152 EDC 80 Extra Deep Channel
9 Gypframe 152 EDC 80 Extra Deep Channel
10 25mm & 42mm Gyproc Jack Point Screws
11 Gyproc Sealant
13 Gypframe GA3 Horizontal Joint Angle
14 50mm Isover Acoustic Roll (16kg/m3)
Gypframe GFS1 Fixing Strap / suitable stud noggin - to support horizontal joint in face
layer board
Head / base channel and abutment studs to be fixed to structural substrate
using 70mm Gyproc Wedge Anchors
Gyproc Paper Tape & Gyproc Jointing Compound

Performance Criteria Project

Gyproc System
(based on laboratory tests) Requirements
BS 1230 / EN 520 / ASTM
Board Standards: Not Mention
C 1396
Fire Resistance:
120 mins 120 mins
(BS 476 & ASTM E119)
Sound Insulation: Rw 50dB Rw 50dB
Partition Duty
Severe Severe
(BS 5234: Parts 1 and 2)
Maximum Height: 7900 mm 3400 mm
Nominal Thickness: 182 mm 200 mm
Limiting Deflection: L/240 @ 200Pa Not Mention
Deflection Head Allowance:
15mm 15mm
(TBC by Structural Eng.)
Note:

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Project Name: Somo Towers/KSA

Specification Title: Wall Type (P4) (Internal Units) Client:
Zaid Hassunah
Gyproc Contact: Sales Engineer Contact:
+966 555431235
Date Created: 22 October 2023 Rev. No: 0

System Overview
One inner layer of 12.5mm Gyproc Regular Board with an outer face layer of 12.5mm
GypWall CLASSIC Gyproc Habito Board to another side of 50mm Gypframe ‘C’ Studs at 600mm centres
with 50mm Isover Eco glasswool insulation in the cavity.
System Details No. Components Required
1 12.5mm Gyproc Regular Board
For illustrative purposes only. Please review Gyproc Typical Details for deflection head detail, etc.

2-3 12.5mm Gyproc Habito Board

4 Gypframe 50 S 50 'C' Stud
5 Gypframe 52 DC 60 Deep Channel
6 Gypframe 52 DC 60 Deep Channel
7 25mm Gyproc Drywall Screws
8 45mm Gyproc Habito Screws
9 Gyproc Sealant
10 50mm Isover Eco Acoustic Partition Roll (16kg/m³)
Gypframe GFS1 Fixing Strap / suitable stud noggin - to support horizontal
joint in face layer board & receive uppermost board fixing
Head / base channel and abutment studs to be fixed to structural substrate
using 70mm Gyproc Wedge Anchors
Gyproc Paper Tape & Gyproc Jointing Compound
Performance Criteria Project
Gyproc System
(based on laboratory tests) Requirements
BS 1230 / EN 520 /
Board Standards: Not Mention
ASTM C 1396
Fire Resistance:
90 mins None required
(BS 476 & ASTM E119)
Sound Insulation: Rw 47dB Rw 40dB
Partition Duty
Severe Severe
(BS 5234: Parts 1 and 2)
Maximum Height: 3400 mm 3400 mm

Nominal Thickness: 102 mm 100 mm

Limiting Deflection: L/240 @ 200Pa Not Mention

Deflection Head Allowance:
None required Not Mention
(TBC by Structural Engineer)
Note:

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Project Name: Somo Towers/KSA

Specification Title: Wall Type (P5- Internal Units) Client:
Zaid Hassunah
Gyproc Contact: Sales Engineer Contact:
+966 555431235
Date Created: 22 October 2023 Rev. No: 0

System Overview
One inner layer of 12.5mm Gyproc Moisture Resistant Board an outer face layer of
12.5mm Gyproc Habito Board to another side of 50mm Gypframe ‘C’ studs installed at
GypWall Quiet 400mm centers in a twin frame construction and cross braced at 1200mm vertical
centers using a Gypframe 103FC50 Fixing Channel with 50mm Isover Eco Glasswool
insulation in the cavity
System Details No. Components Required
1 12.5mm Gyproc Habito Board
2-3 12.5mm Gyproc Moisture Resistant Board
4 Gypframe 50 S 50 “C” Stud
5,6 Gypframe 52 DC 60 Deep Channel
For illustrative purposes only. Please review Gyproc Typical Details for deflection head detail, etc.

7 45mm Gyproc Habito Screws & 35mm Gyproc Drywall Screws

8 Gyproc Sealant
9 Gypframe 103FC50 Fixing Channel
10 13mm Gyproc Waferhead Screws
11 50mm Isover Eco Acoustic Partition Roll (16kg/m³)

Gypframe GFS1 Fixing Strap / suitable stud noggin - to support horizontal

joint in face layer board & receive uppermost board fixing

Head / base channel and abutment studs to be fixed to structural

substrate using 70mm Gyproc Wedge Anchors

Gyproc Paper Tape & Gyproc Jointing Compound

Performance Criteria Project
Gyproc System
(based on laboratory tests) Requirements
BS 1230 / EN 520 /
Board Standards: None required
ASTM C 1396
Fire Resistance:
60 mins None required
(BS 476 & ASTM E119)
Sound Insulation: Rw 47dB Rw 40dB
Partition Duty
Severe Severe
(BS 5234: Parts 1 and 2)
Maximum Height: 7200 mm 3400 mm
Nominal Thickness: 200 mm 200 mm
Limiting Deflection: L/240 @ 200Pa Not Mention
Deflection Head Allowance:
TBC Not Mention
(TBC by Structural Engineer)

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Project Name: Somo Towers/KSA

Specification Title: Wall Type (P6- Lining Wall) Client:
Zaid Hassunah
Gyproc Contact: Sales Engineer Contact:
+966 555431235
Date Created: 22 October 2023 Rev. No: 0

System Overview
One layer of 15mm Gyproc Moisture Resistant board to one side of Gypframe
GL1 Studs at 400mm centres and each stud braced back to background at
GypLyner UNIVERSAL
600mm vertical centres with GLB85 bracket with 50mm Isover Eco glasswool
insulation in the cavity.
System Details No. Components Required
1 15mm Gyproc Moisture Resistant Board
2 Gypframe GL1 GypLyner Stud (0.5mm)
3 Gypframe GA1 Angle (0.5mm)
4 Gypframe GA1 Angle (0.5mm)
For illustrative purposes only. Please review Gyproc Typical Details for deflection head detail, etc.

5 Gypframe GLB85 GypLyner Bracket

6 25mm Gyproc Drywall Screws
7 13mm Gyproc Waferhead Screws
8 Gyproc Sealant
9 50mm Isover Eco Acoustic Partition Roll (16kg/m³)
Head / base channel and abutment studs to be fixed to structural substrate
using 70mm Gyproc Wedge Anchors
Suitable stud noggin - to support horizontal joint in face layer board &
receive uppermost board fixing
Gyproc Paper Tape & Gyproc Jointing Compound
Performance Criteria Project
Gyproc System
(based on laboratory tests) Requirements
BS 1230 / EN 520 /
Board Standards: Not Mention
ASTM C 1396
Fire Resistance (BS 476): Depends on
60 mins
(Through complete construction) Background
Sound Insulation: Depends on
STC 50
(Through complete construction) Background
Partition Duty:
Heavy Heavy
(BS 5234: Parts 1 and 2)
Maximum Height: Unlimited 3400 mm
Stand Off From 20mm 100 mm
(background to back of plasterboard)
Limiting Deflection: L/240 @ 200Pa Not Mention
Deflection Head Allowance:
None required Not Mention
(TBC by Structural Engineer)
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Project Name: Somo Towers/KSA

Specification Title: Wall Type (P7- Wet Area) Client:
Zaid Hassunah
Gyproc Contact: Sales Engineer Contact:
+966 555431235
Date Created: 22 October 2023 Rev. No: 0

System Overview
One inner layer of 12.5mm Gyproc Habito Board an outer face layer of 12.5mm
Gyproc SoundBloc MR Board to another side of 50mm Gypframe ‘C’ studs installed at
GypWall Quiet 400mm centers in a twin frame construction and cross braced at 1200mm vertical
centers using a Gypframe 103FC50 Fixing Channel with 50mm Isover Eco Glasswool
insulation in the cavity
System Details No. Components Required
1 12.5mm Gyproc Habito Board
2-3 12.5mm Gyproc SoundBloc MR Board
4 Gypframe 50 S 50 “C” Stud
For illustrative purposes only. Please review Gyproc Typical Details for deflection head detail, etc.

5,6 Gypframe 52 DC 60 Deep Channel

7 25mm Gyproc Habito Screws & 35mm Gyproc Drywall Screws
8 Gyproc Sealant
9 Gypframe 103FC50 Fixing Channel
10 13mm Gyproc Waferhead Screws
11 50mm Isover Eco Acoustic Partition Roll (16kg/m³)

Gypframe GFS1 Fixing Strap / suitable stud noggin - to support horizontal

joint in face layer board & receive uppermost board fixing

Head / base channel and abutment studs to be fixed to structural

substrate using 70mm Gyproc Wedge Anchors

Gyproc Paper Tape & Gyproc Jointing Compound

Performance Criteria Project
Gyproc System
(based on laboratory tests) Requirements
BS 1230 / EN 520 /
Board Standards: None required
ASTM C 1396
Fire Resistance:
90 mins 60 mins
(BS 476 & ASTM E119)
Sound Insulation: Rw 60dB Rw 60dB
Partition Duty
Severe Severe
(BS 5234: Parts 1 and 2)
Maximum Height: 6800 mm 3400 mm
Nominal Thickness: 200 mm 200 mm
Limiting Deflection: L/240 @ 200Pa Not Mention
Deflection Head Allowance:
TBC Not Mention
(TBC by Structural Engineer)

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Project Name: Somo Towers/KSA

Specification Title: Wall Type (P8- Wet Area) Client:
Zaid Hassunah
Gyproc Contact: Sales Engineer Contact:
+966 555431235
Date Created: 22 October 2023 Rev. No: 0

System Overview
One inner layer of 12.5mm Gyproc Habito Board an outer face layer of 12.5mm
GypWall CLASSIC Gyproc Moisture Resistant Board to another side of 50mm Gypframe ‘C’ Studs at
400mm centres with 50mm Isover Eco glasswool insulation in the cavity.
System Details No. Components Required
1 12.5mm Gyproc Habito Board
For illustrative purposes only. Please review Gyproc Typical Details for deflection head detail, etc.

1 12.5mm Gyproc Moisture Resistant Board

2 Gypframe 50 S 50 'C' Stud
3 Gypframe 52 DC 60 Deep Channel
4 Gypframe 52 DC 60 Deep Channel
5 25mm Gyproc Habito Screws
6 35mm Gyproc Drywall Screws
7 Gyproc Sealant
8 50mm Isover Eco Acoustic Partition Roll (16kg/m³)
Gypframe GFS1 Fixing Strap / suitable stud noggin - to support horizontal
joint in face layer board & receive uppermost board fixing
Head / base channel and abutment studs to be fixed to structural substrate
using 70mm Gyproc Wedge Anchors
Gyproc Paper Tape & Gyproc Jointing Compound
Performance Criteria Project
Gyproc System
(based on laboratory tests) Requirements
BS 1230 / EN 520 /
Board Standards: None required
ASTM C 1396
Fire Resistance:
60 mins 60 mins
(BS 476 & ASTM E119)
Sound Insulation: Rw 47dB Rw 60dB
Partition Duty
Severe Severe
(BS 5234: Parts 1 and 2)
Maximum Height: 3400 mm 3400 mm

Nominal Thickness: 102 mm 100 mm

Limiting Deflection: L/240 @ 200Pa Not Mention

Deflection Head Allowance:
None required Not Mention
(TBC by Structural Engineer)
Note:

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GYP 1 GYPROC SPECSURETM SYSTEM WARRANTY
The systems must comprise of only genuine branded Gyproc components (Gyproc, Gypframe and Glasroc) to enable
compliance with the Gyproc SpecSureTM warranty
GYP 2 PROJECT PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
The specifications provided are based upon the information supplied at the time. Should any of the performance
requirements provided to Gyproc either be incorrect or should change, then it is important that Gyproc are notified so that
the most appropriate solutions can be offered for these new requirements. Gyproc cannot be held liable for any changes in
performance requirements.
GYP 3 DRY LINING GENERALLY
Fixing, jointing and finishing materials and accessories, where not specified otherwise, to be as recommended by Saint-
Gobain Gyproc Middle East
Handle and store materials in accordance with BS 8212, section 5. Do not use damaged boards.
Use operatives properly trained for dry lining work and who have attended a recognised training scheme.
Recommendation to fix boards in areas which have been made weathertight.
Cut boards neatly and accurately without damage to core or tearing of paper facing. Keep cut edges to a minimum and
position at internal angles wherever possible. Mask with bound edges of adjacent boards at external corners.
Fix boards securely and firmly to suitably prepared and accurately levelled backgrounds. Set heads of fastenings in a
depression; do not break paper or gypsum core. Finish neatly to give flush, smooth, flat surfaces free from bowing and
abrupt changes of level.
Fix boards to ceilings before walls and partitions. Fix boards with bound edges at right angles to supports and with ends
staggered in adjacent rows.
For area’s exposed to intermittent moisture and humidity, use Gyproc moisture resistant version of the above specified
Gyproc plasterboard.
GYP 4 FIXING GYPROC PLASTERBOARD TO GYPFRAME METAL FRAMES
For partitions and linings, fix securely to all supports at maximum 300mm centres (reduced to 200mm at external angles
where recommended by Saint-Gobain Gyproc).
Fix previous layers securely to supports around the perimeter of each board at maximum 300mm centres.
For ceilings, fix securely to all supports at maximum 230mm centres (reduced to 150mm centres at board ends and at
lining perimeters where recommended by Saint-Gobain Gyproc Middle East).
Fix by working from the centre of each board. Position screws not less than 13mm from cut edges and 10mm from bound
edges of boards. Set heads in a depression; do not break paper or gypsum core.
GYP 5 GYPFRAME METAL STUD FRAMING
Install using components, accessories and methods recommended by Saint-Gobain Gyproc.
Set out floor/head channels and perimeter studs to give a framework which is accurately aligned with a true vertical plane.
Fix securely at all perimeters at not more than 600mm centres.
Position studs at equal centres to suit specified linings, maintaining sequence across openings. Provide additional studs as
necessary to ensure support to all vertical edges of boards.
Accurately form openings to receive doorsets using Gypframe metal studs and suitable timber framing or Gypframe metal
studs sleeved with Gypframe channel as necessary to achieve the strength grade requirements of the framing assembly
and adequately support the weight of the door.
Fix Gypframe 94, 102 and 152mm wide floor/head channels, and Gypframe 92, 100 and 150mm perimeter abutment studs
using two rows of staggered fixings, each at 600mm centres.
GYP 6 GYPROC SHAFTWALL
Fix head channel securely at not more than 300mm centres
GYP 7 GYPFRAME METAL FRAMING FOR GYPLYNER WALL LINING
Securely fix Gypframe GA1 Angle to floor/ceiling at 600 mm centres.
Position Gypframe GLB85 / GLB135 fixing brackets at equal vertical centres and fix to background with suitable proprietary
fixings.
Position Gypframe GL1 channel sections at equal centres, maintaining sequence across openings, and locate in Gypframe
GA1 Angle at floor and ceiling. Provide additional Gypframe GL1 channel sections as necessary to ensure support to all
vertical edges of boards. Fix Gypframe GL1 channel sections to Gypframe GLB85 / GLB135 fixing brackets using Gypframe
Wafer Head Screws.
Provide additional Gypframe GL1/GA1 sections at wall abutments and corners as recommended by Saint-Gobain Gyproc
Middle East
Install suitable Gypframe nogging for single layer board applications, inserted between face of framework and back of
plasterboard lining, or Gypframe GFS1 Fixing Strap for double layer board applications, inserted between board layers, to
receive fixings at end board joints. Ensure end board joints do not coincide with Gypframe GL1 channel joints.

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GYP 8 GYPFRAME SUSPENDED CEILING FRAMING
Install using components, accessories and methods recommended by Saint-Gobain Gyproc Middle East
Set out perimeter channels, hangers and sections to give a framework which is accurately aligned and level. Fix securely
with additional framing and stiffening at upstands, partition heads, access hatches, etc. to give a stable ceiling.
GYP 9 GYPFRAME METAL STUD HORIZONTAL MEMBRANE
Install using components, accessories and methods recommended by Saint-Gobain Gyproc Middle East
Set out perimeter channels and sections to give a framework which is accurately aligned and level. Fix securely at all
perimeters at not more than 300mm centres.
GYP 10 ADDITIONAL SUPPORTS FOR PARTITION HEADS
Provide or ensure provision of accurately positioned and securely fixed framing to receive partition heads running parallel
with, but offset from main structural supports.
GYP 11 ISOVER MINERAL WOOL INSULATION TO GYPFRAME METAL STUD PARTITIONS/LININGS/CEILINGS
Fit securely with closely butted joints, leaving no gaps. Unless the insulation is of a self-supporting slab type fitted between
studs, fix at head of frame using Gypframe GA1 Angle or proprietary clips.
For ceilings, use widest practical widths of insulation. Fit securely with closely butted joints, leaving no gaps.
Cut and fit neatly around any electrical fittings, etc. Do not cover electrical cables (unless they have been sized
accordingly).
GYP 12 GYPROC DRILYNER BASIC FIXING DETAILS
Apply dabs of Gyproc Plasterboard Adhesive to the background for one board at a time, to achieve at least 20% contact
with the surface area of the boards
One row of horizontal dabs to coincide with the top edge of each board.
One continuous line of horizontal dabs to coincide with the bottom edge of each board.
One row of vertical dabs to coincide with the side edges of each board, and additional vertical row(s) at 600mm for boards
with sheet width of 1200mm.
Ensure dabs are at least 25mm from board edges.
For linings to receive ceramic finishes, apply one additional row of dabs at mid storey height.
GYP 13 SERVICE PENETRATIONS
Fire resistance and other specified performance requirements must not be impaired by service penetrations.
Form framed openings accurately for grouped services, ducts, etc. allowing for associated fire barriers.
Provide insulation backings to recessed electrical outlets and switches as recommended by Saint-Gobain Gyproc.
GYP 14 ACOUSTIC SEALANT
Apply Gyproc Sealant at all junctions with adjoining structure and at other airpaths.
Apply as a continuous bead to clean, dry, dust-free surfaces, leaving no gaps.
GYP 15 VERTICAL JOINTS
Centre joints on studs. For partitions, ensure that joints on opposite sides of studs are staggered.
For two layer boarding, stagger joints between layers.
GYP 16 HORIZONTAL JOINTS
For two layer boarding, stagger joints between layers by at least 600mm. Horizontal joints in face layer boards should be
backed by Gypframe GFS1 Fixing Strap or suitable stud noggin
Ensure that edges of boards are supported by additional framing.
GYP 17 CEILING JOINTS
For multi-layer boarding, stagger joints between layers by at least 600mm.
GYP 18 FIXING GYPTONE BOARDS (CEILINGS)
Fix boards to ceilings before walls and partitions. Fix boards with bound edges at right angles to supports and with ends
aligned in adjacent rows.
GYP 19 FIXING RIGITONE BOARDS (CEILINGS)
Fix boards to ceilings before walls and partitions. Fix boards with long edges at right angles to supports and with ends
aligned in adjacent rows. When planning the boarding layout consideration should be given to running the long edges of
the boards parallel to the incidence of any light source
GYP 20 FIXING RIGITONE BOARD TO GYPFRAME METAL SUPPORTS
Ceilings: Prior to board installation prime all board edges with an application of Rikombi Sperre Sealer.
Fix securely to all supports at maximum 170mm centres (reduced to 150mm at board ends) depending on the type of
perforation. Refer Rigitone Middle East catalogue for further detail.
Fix around board perimeters before making fixings in the field of the board. Do not fix into Gypframe GA1 angle around
ceiling perimeter. Position screws not less than 13mm from the edge of the board. Set heads in a depression; do not
damage the board perforations or break paper or gypsum core.

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GYP 21 TAPE AND JOINTED FINISH TO GYPROC PLASTERBOARD
Lightly sand cut edges of boards to remove paper burrs. Fill all joints, gaps and internal angles with joint compound and
cover with continuous lengths of tape, fully bedded. Reinforce external angles, stop ends, etc. with the specified
bead/corner tape.
When set, cover with joint compound, feathered out to give a flush, smooth, seamless surface. Spot screw depressions
with joint compound to give a flush surface.
Fill minor indents. After joint, angle and spotting treatments have dried, lightly sand to remove any minor imperfections.
Apply specified primer/sealer to give a continuous consistent texture to surface of boards.
GYP 22 SEAMLESS FINISH TO RIGITONE
Cut edges of boards: Lightly sand to remove paper burrs.
Joint filling: Cartridge gun apply Rigitone Vario Joint Filler ensuring that the joint is filled to the full depth of the board.
Leave to dry for minimum 30 minutes before striking off excess jointing material.
Protection of edges/ corners: Reinforce external angles, stop ends, etc. with specified edge/ angle bead.
Finishing: 3 hours after joint filling is completed finish board joints. Lightly sand when dry to leave a smooth seamless
surface.
Screw depressions: Fill with Vario Joint Filler to give a flush surface.
Minor imperfections: Lightly sand jointing and spotting to remove any minor imperfections.
GYP 23 GYPROC ACCESS PANELS
Gyproc Standard Access Panel (non-fire rated)
Facing:12.5mm Moisture Resistant Board finish
Frame profile: Powder coated aluminium frame with flush fit
Locking arrangement: Push catch lock
Standard Panel Sizes: 300 x 300mm / 450 x 450mm / 600 x 600mm
Trim to form aperture in MF ceiling frame and install access panels as recommended by Saint-Gobain Gyproc Middle East
Gyproc 60 Minutes Fire Rated Access Panel
Facing: 12.5mm FireStop Board / Metal finish
Frame profile: Beaded
Locking arrangement: Budget Lock
Standard Wall Panel Size: 300 x 300mm / 450 x 450mm / 550 x 550mm
Standard Ceiling Panel Size: 300 x 300mm / 450 x 450mm / 600 x 600mm
Trim to form aperture in MF ceiling / partition framing and install access panels as recommended by Saint-Gobain Gyproc
Middle East
Gyproc 120 Minutes Fire Rated Access Panel
Facing: Metal finish
Frame profile: Beaded
Locking arrangement: Three point lock
Standard Panel Size: 550 x 550mm
Trim to form aperture in partition framing and install access panels as recommended by Saint-Gobain Gyproc Middle East
GYP 24 DECORATION ON GYPROC ACTIV’AIR BOARD
After the joint treatment has dried, decoration including any decorators preparatory work should follow. Note that any
decoration should be breathable to allow formaldehydes to be absorbed by the board.
Only use water based (acrylic) and epoxy paints or any other breathable paints.
Use only breathable wallpapers.
Gypsum based plaster finish: Gyproc GypFine plasters are suitable for direct application to the Activ’Air range of
plasterboards.
GYP 25 GYPFINE SKIM COAT FINISH
Thickness: 0.5mm-4mm
Reinforced joints / gaps / internal corners with Gyproc paper tape or Gyproc Fibre tape and coated with Gyproc Joint
compound prior to skimming
Treat external corners with corner beads coated with Gyproc Joint Compound
Coat Gyproc screw heads with Gyproc Joint Compound
Trowel / float a skim coat of GypFine Plaster to a tight, matt, smooth surface with no hollows, abrupt changes of level or
trowel marks.
GYP 26 TILIING
Tiles up to 12.5mm thick with a maximum weight of 32kg/m² (including grout and adhesive) can be adhesively fixed on
Gyproc plasterboard.
For further details on board thickness and stud center refer tiling section of Gyproc Middle East White Book
When tile weight is higher than 32kg/m² we recommend fixing the tile mechanically using suitable fixings.

Saint-Gobain Gyproc Middle East T: +971 800 GYPROC (497762) E: [email protected]

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