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Tape Joints First Coat

Tape Joints First Coat

Paper tape joints produce stronger and more enduring results than those that are set with fibreglass tapes.

BGC Plasterboard recommends the use of paper tapes.

  • Self-adhesive paper tapes should not be used.
  • Where fibreglass tape joints are used, they must be back blocked before the joints are set (in accordance with the instructions set out in Back Blocking.

Tape & First Coat

Apply the BGC Base Coat bedding cement to fully fill the recess of the joint.

Centrally bed the perforated paper tape into bedding coat and remove any air bubbles. Apply additional cement and cover lightly with BGC Base Coat.

Stop-up all fixing points and apply BGC Base Coat to any damaged areas.

Allow the BGC Base Coat to set and dry for a minimum of 24 hours in damp or humid conditions or 1 hour for setting type cements (or as per compound manufacturer’s recommendation).

Tape Joints First Coat

Second or Third Coat

Second or Third Coat

Second Coat

Lightly sand the first coat.

Check the Level of Finish required in the architects’ specification, before applying the second coat as detailed in Plasterboard Finish Selection.

Apply a second coat of BGC Base Coat 180mm wide over the joints, making sure to feather out the edges.

Apply a second coat to all fasteners and damaged areas, feathering out by about 25mm.

Allow the second coat to set and dry for a minimum of 24 hours or 1 hour for setting type cements (or as per compound manufacturer’s recommendation).

Second or Third Coat

Third Coat

Lightly sand the second coat.

Apply a thin finish coat of BGC Top Coat centrally over second coat, after it has set and hardened. Dampen the outer edges of the finish coat, with a sponge to feather out the BGC Top Coat about 280mm approx wide.

Apply a thin final coat of BGC Top Coat over all fasteners and damaged areas.

Second or Third Coat

Sanding and Finishing

Sanding and Finishing

Allow the BGC Top Coat to dry at least 24 hours.

Lightly sand smooth with 150 grit paper or with 220 sanding mesh.

Wipe off excess dust with a slightly damp cloth.

Sanding and Finishing

BGC Plasterboard will perform to the architects’ specification and the Australian Building Codes, provided all procedures are followed as per the compound manufacturers’ specification.

Water-based acrylic gypsum plaster adhesives such as BGC Stud Adhesive, which comply with AS2753, are suitable for fixing BGC Plasterboard to both metal and timber framing.

BGC Plasterboard may be fixed to the framing with either adhesive and nails or adhesive and screws as appropriate.

If you choose to install BGC products yourself, ask our friendly staff for advice to get you started.

Corner Details Decoration

Corner Details Decoration

BGC Plasterboard will perform to the architects’ specification and the Australian Building Codes, provided all procedures are followed as per the compound manufacturers’ specification.

Decoration

BGC Plasterboard does not recommend spray painting to achieve level 4 or higher finish. Ensure all stopping of joints and nail holes is completed to AS/NZ 2589:2007. Brush down area prior to painting to ensure board is free from sanding dust.

Roller apply a proprietary branded quality sealer, to the entire sheet area including joints, followed by two coats of full weight flat acrylic paint.

Choice of colour should be considered carefully – darker colours will exacerbate any defects and highlight any imperfections.

Where high humidity is of concern, ensure the chosen painting system will protect joints from moisture absorption.

Inner Corner & External Corner Details

Corner Details Decoration

Plasterboard Cornice Fixing Details

Plasterboard Cornice Fixing Details

Clean down area where cornice is to be applied, remove any excess render or loose material.

Mark a guide line to suite the bottom edge of the cornice (90, 75 or 55 down) and pre-cut lengths as required.

All corner joints, internal and external, are to be mitred. Where butt joints are unavoidable, ensure both ends are prepared to align accurately.

Apply (butter) a 10mm bead of cornice cement to both long edges and ends of the cornice.

Locate cornice to guide lines and temporarily block as required.
Fill mitres, cleaning off excess cement as you go.

Remove temporary blocking after BGC Cornice Cement has set.

Apply second topping coat to mitres and joints as required.

Note: only ever butter one length at a time and install immediately.

Contact surface may require damping down prior to fixing cornice, depending on drying conditions.

Cove Cornice

BGC Plasterboard Cove Cornice is designed to give a clean continuous line at the junction of walls and ceilings, and can be used with confidence on both Plasterboard lining and cement plastered walls alike.

BGC Plasterboard Cove Cornice is made of a plaster core with paper face to complement BGC Plasterboard and Ceilingboard. Cove Cornice should be fixed using BGC Cornice Cement with few special tools required.

The use of a mitre box and hand saw for cutting internal and external corner mitres is recommended.

Decorative Cornice

The Decorative Cornice range from BGC Plasterboard adds the finishing touch to the interior décor of your new home or renovation.

Esperance provides a timeless design suiting many different styles of home. The soft undulation of the curve provides a stylish finish to any room.

For the bolder finish, don’t look any further than the Albany decorative cornice. With dramatic steps and bold curves, Albany creates an eye catching feature in a room.

Cove Cornice & Decorative Cornice Images

Plasterboard Cornice Fixing Details

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