Knauf gypsum plasterboard partition

In modern construction technologies, a special place is occupied by plasterboard. The use of drywall sheet allows you to hide almost any wall defects, producing an absolutely flat surface. Using gypsum cardboard, you can create any complexity of decorative elements, including arches, boxes, multi-level structures.
And here we can not do without the technology developed by the German firm Knauf.
The proposed technology is highly technological, harmless to humans, allows you to collect complex designs using a gypsum cardboard sheet.

The Knauf drywall installation technology is especially popular when finishing the room in a dry way.

About gipsokartonnyh sheets known for a long time. The fragility of the sheets, the difficulty of installing drywall, labor and inconvenience have not made this material so popular as it has been recently.

What is partitions Knauf?

The Knauf partition is a layered pie consisting of external gypsum boards, mounted on special metal galvanized frames.
Inside the frame space is filled with soundproofing, heat-saving materials. As a material, mineral wool was the most widely used.
The structure constructed according to the given technology has increased rigidity.

In the construction of knauf mounting partitions gypsum boards of various types are used:

• a simple gypsum plasterboard sheet GKL, used for interior decoration of premises;
• moisture-resistant gypsum plasterboard sheet GKLV, used in the finishing of bathrooms, kitchens, rooms with high humidity;
• fireproof gypsum plasterboard sheet GKLO, used to make boxes on heating systems, to hide electrical wiring;
• fireproof sheet of gypsum plasterboard GKLVO.

For the metal frame, galvanized profiles of special design are used.

Ceiling profile is marked CD( PP) and is used to create a crate of multi-level ceiling structures.

The ceiling guiding profile is marked with the letters UD( PN) and is used to set the base level along the perimeter of the entire ceiling structure.

The rack profile is marked CW( PS) and is the backbone of the gypsum board partitioning.
The wall guide profile is marked with the letters UW( PN) and acts as a bridge between the rack profiles.
The letters in parenthesis refer to the marking of Russian manufacturers.

All Knauf partitions have a special marking consisting of the letter C and three digits.
For example: C 113. Numbers 113 indicate a three-layer cladding of a partition of a single metal frame.
Below is a table of manufactured Knauf partitions.

Of the latest developments of the Knauf partitions, it is worth noting the partitions with a double metal frame in which all kinds of communications can be placed.

Tools for working with Knauf

panels. Drying gipsokartonnye sheets is best with a hacksaw or a saw, a shetel, a knife universal.
Mount the sheets on the metal profile frame with screws using a screwdriver. Use screws type LN, TN.
When marking, it is best to use a laser or water level, a tape measure, a marking cord.
Joints of plasterboard sheets are shpaklyuyutsya only branded filler Knauf.
For the processing of joints with putty, use spatulas, grinding nets or sandpaper.

How to properly mount gypsum plasterboard partitions Knauf
Knauf company manufactures partitions of various designs, depending on construction tasks.
The installation of each structure has its own characteristics.

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Partition from Knauf plasterboard on single frame with single-layer planking

The main building materials of the partition of this type are the sheet of gypsum board and galvanized metal profiles PN and PS.
The construction is a metal frame, on both sides sheathed in one layer with sheets of plasterboard.
The frame is fastened to the building structures of the building rigidly along the entire perimeter. The gypsum boards are fastened to the fixed frame with screws. Obtained a structure of increased rigidity.
This design is marked in the Knauf type C111 system.

The Knauf type C 111 gypsum board with single-layer plasterboard is designed for installation in low spaces that are undemanding for soundproofing and fire-resistant factors. After installation, the partition must be papered or painted.

The installation procedure for the Knauf

• partition on the floor, ceiling and side walls is marking the position of the future partition;
• , before installing the Knauf septum, a sealant or a special tape must be applied to the side of the profiles contact with the building structures for a close fit;
• with a step of 0.6 meters, set the guide profiles and fix them with dowels to the floor and ceiling;
• attach to the base wall the racks;
• in the guide profiles fix the rack profiles with screws( it is allowed to apply the cutting method) in increments of not more than 60 cm;
• in the received frame inside, mount the embedded parts, make the necessary wiring and other wiring;
• in cases where the height of the partition is greater than the length of gypsum boards, it is necessary to install additional profiles in sheet joint meta;
  sheets of gypsum cardboard are attached first on one side of the frame with self-tapping screws of the TN type. Mounting step not more than 75 cm;
• , if necessary, place the insulation material inside the frame;
• set the sheets of drywall and on the other side according to the above scheme.
  do not forget to make bevels on sheets in meta joints;
• make shpaklevanie butt joints by all rules.

You can learn more about the secrets of installing partitions by watching the video.

Some useful tips for working with Knauf baffles

• Drywall sheets are cut from the front side with a universal knife on a metal ruler. Then the sheet breaks and cuts from the back;
• The butt-ends are machined to a 45 ° angle;
• The wall covering must be correctly executed with plasterboard with a thickness of at least 12.5 mm;
• For ceramic tiles, partitions or walls are sheathed in at least two layers of plasterboard;
• Avoid cross-stitches. The sheets should be installed without gaps, butt-end;
• The sheets are attached to the frame using Knauf self-tapping screws, starting from the center of the sheet or its upper corner, deepening the hats by 1 mm;
• The step of installing self-tapping screws on the wall should not exceed 25 mm, on the ceiling no more than 17 mm;
• For fixing drywall you should use self-cutters of the same length as the sheet thickness of +1 cm.

To find out how much material you need, the online calculator will help you to purchase.

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