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FAQs

Below you’ll find all of the information needed to complete wall lining, partition, floor and ceiling systems, no matter the size and complexity of the project specification.
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Can I use any woodscrew when fixing to Gyproc Habito?

We recommend the use of a No.10 woodscrew comprising of a single thread. Fixings with cross threads will reduce fixing performance of the board.

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What is the fixing capability of Gyproc Habito?

A No.10 woodscrew is capable of a maximum load of 15kg per fixing at safety factor 4.

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What head and base tracks should I use?

The type of head and base track you need is detailed in the Technical Specification document for the solution you choose. The head track may also change dependent on deflection head requirements.

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What is the vapour resistance of Gyproc WallBoard Duplex plasterboard?

Gyproc WallBoard Duplex and Gyproc FireLine Duplex have a water vapour resistance factor (μ) 1400 EN 14190: 2014. Condensation is common where cold meets warm in areas like roof spaces and external walls. The board's vapour control backing stops condensation entering in these areas, preventing it from affecting the structure of the building.

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What screw lengths do I use for fixing to metal and timber?

The screw should be the thickness of the board plus a minimum 10mm penetration into Gypframe metal or the thickness of the board plus a minimum 25mm penetration into timber using our British Gypsum screws.

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Is Gyproc FireStrip required?

This is used within our Internal Partition and Shaftwall systems with deflection heads (when needing to allow for movement within the structure at the head of a partition created by live and dead load on the floor or roof). The Gyproc FireStrip is an essential component in maintaining the fire resistance performance at the top of a partition with a deflection head.

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Why might the use of resilient bars fail to meet the claimed sound insulation benefit?

The resilient bar might be fixed incorrectly (wrong orientation) or the incorrect length of screw may have been used when fixing the plasterboard.

The resilient bar should be fixed horizontally with the bars perpendicular to the metal studs, with the fixing flange generally at the top of the bar. Consideration needs to be given to the detailing around openings.

It is important to ensure that the correct screw length is used when fixing plasterboard to resilient bars otherwise it could result in the screw coming into contact with metal stud. This will reduce the sound insulation performance of the system by creating a bridge which will conduct sound. Resilient bars are 16mm deep and the appropriate Gyproc screw should be selected to penetrate only 10mm through the metal. It is also important that services, fixtures, etc, do not form a bridge between the lining boards on each side of the partition.

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What is the minimum board width stagger?

Staggering boards is critical for fire and acoustic performance, as joints are a weak point within a system. Typically, standard sized boards are staggered by 600mm horizontally and 600mm vertically. 

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