Only a few basic tools are required when filling and decorating plasterboard, these are as follows:
- 6, 8 and 12 inch (15mm, 200mm, 300mm) stainless steel joint filling or taping knives
- Paper joint filling tape
- Plasterboard joint filler – Gyproc Easi Fill or similar (powder or ready mixed)
- Matt emulsion for mist coats
- Construction PVA glue or SBR Bond
- Paint brush
- Mixing bucket for paint
- Mixing bucket for filler
How do you prepare plasterboard for jointing?
Prepare to joint your plasterboard Check that you have all the materials you need within reach. This includes your ready-mixed jointing compound, paper joint or scrim tape and a jointing knife or roller. If you have gone for a powder, now is the time to mix it with water using a drill fitted with a mixing attachment.
What is the best filler for plasterboard joints?
Plasterboard joint filler – Gyproc Easi Fill or similar (powder or ready mixed) The basic process for filling plasterboard joints is to build up several layers with a paper tape layer in between the first and second layers and then feather the edges of each layer in.
What kind of plasterboard joint tape do I Need?
Here’s all the information you need on plasterboard joint tape. Basically, for plasterboard joining you’re looking at using either scrim tape, or jointing tape.
What tools do you need to decorate plasterboard?
Tools Needed for Decorating Plasterboard Only a few basic tools are required when filling and decorating plasterboard, these are as follows: 6, 8 and 12 inch (15mm, 200mm, 300mm) stainless steel joint filling or taping knives Paper joint filling tape
What Type of Plasterboard Should you use?
How to apply filler to a joint?
How to apply 300mm joint filler?
How to scrape off rough edges on tape?
Why are the edges of plasterboard tapered?
How to take filler off of a board?
How long does it take for a coat of sandpaper to cure?
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What to use to fill gaps between plasterboard?
2-5 mm gaps can be dealt with simply by applying scrim tape, then once you've mixed your plaster up - before you start applying the 1st coat work some plaster through the scrim tape and into the gap behind - this will ensure the extra thickness has a bit longer to firm up and will not sag when on the finishing stages ...
Can I fill plasterboard joints without tape?
Ready-mixed joint and filler compound for jointing together plasterboards without the use of jointing tape and filling cracks and scratches in mineral plasters. High adhesion to most internal building surfaces. Easily sandable, dries off to a smooth finish.
What happens if you don't tape drywall joints?
If you apply joint compound to drywall seams without tape, the compound will squeeze through the seams, wasting your time and resources. Joint compound used to fill seams between sheets of drywall will shrink and crack as it dries. Joint compound without tape will crack and fall out over time.
Can I use caulk instead of drywall tape?
No. Caulk might look great for a short time (if it doesn't shrink to oblivion right away), but it doesn't bond to the cut end of the gypsum panel at all. Eventually it'll crack loose. You need tape in most cases to create a solid bond (tape-on-paper, essentially), and to add structure and continuity to the joint.
Can you plaster without tape?
Scrim tape is one of those plastering tools that the best in the business would never be without. In theory, it's technically possible to complete a plastering job without it, but doing so can have severe effects on the quality and durability of the finish.
What can I use instead of drywall tape?
Mesh Tape. Fiberglass mesh tape offers a few advantages. First, it is easy to use. Just tear a piece off the roll and lay it on a layer of wet joint compound.
How do you cover drywall seams without mud?
You can use quarter round vertically in corners where walls meet, as baseboard, or as crown molding instead of applying a coat of mud. Install quarter round in corners where walls meet to cover drywall seams. Use quarter round as crown molding or baseboard to cover ceiling and floor seams.
Why do you need to tape drywall?
Applying drywall tape helps bond together adjacent sheets of drywall. Doing this creates continuity and helps reduce any motion or cracking. Joint compound can turn into powder if you neglect to apply tape to shore it up.
Can you use Ready Mix to fill gaps?
If that's ready mixed joint compound, i "wouldn't" fill the gaps up with that. Use a plaster/filler,, Easifill, Bonding,Multi Finish, anything that'll set up. Ready Mix wont set,, it dries out. Once you've filled the joints and they've set, you could pva over them if you're worried about suction. Don't forget, always plaster onto the pva while it's wet/tacky.
Can you use caulk filler on plasterboard?
I agree with the comments from RC and JR. Never use caulk filler on any joints in plasterboard,, full stop,, always use a suitable product made for the job.
What to use to mix jointing compound?
Check that you have all the materials you need within reach. This includes your ready-mixed jointing compound, paper joint or scrim tape and a jointing knife or roller. If you have gone for a powder, now is the time to mix it with water using a drill fitted with a mixing attachment. Jointing compound should be applied using a jointing knife or scraper.
How to apply jointing compound?
Apply a generous amount of jointing compound working from the top of your surface to the bottom then smooth over the area making sure to cover the area surrounding the joint too. It is possible to apply jointing compound using a roller but this takes a bit of practice.
How to get rid of air bubbles in joint tape?
Use a jointing knife or scraper to apply some gentle pressure to the jointing tape to release any excess compound or air bubbles.
How to smooth out a joint?
Wait until the jointing compound is fully dry then sand it lightly to create a perfectly smooth finish. Don't forget to dust your surface down when you're done.
How to cover up edges of tape?
Go over the joint with your jointing knife again and ensure the edges of the tape are flattened against the surface so you can't see them. Leave everything to dry following the manufacturer's instructions and apply a final layer of jointing compound over a wider area to cover up the edges. Use your jointing knife again as described above.
How to fold joint tape?
Fold the tape in half and along its entire length ensuring it is facing the right way up if there is one; some paper joint tapes feature a printed side which is designed to sit against the plasterboard.
Do you need joint tape for plasterboard?
Once your plasterboard panels are mounted on the walls or ceiling, you'll need to apply joint tape and compound to joints to ensure a perfect hold and finish. As always, you'll have to pick the correct products and follow the right steps to achieve a good result. Read on to find out how to tape and joint plasterboard.
What type of tape do you use for plasterboard joints?
Here’s all the information you need on plasterboard joint tape. Basically, for plasterboard joining you’re looking at using either scrim tape, or jointing tape. There are good reasons why either of these can be your perfect choice, depending on the circumstances, and of course there are often ways around it if you need to use the other.
What is the difference between plasterboard joint tape and smooth join tape?
For a perfect result, it’s essential to choose the right plasterboard joint tape. An unwanted crease or bulge will be hard to hide, whereas a smooth and simple join is going to make it so much easier for you to achieve a professional overall finish.
What is jointing tape made of?
So how about jointing tape? Jointing tape is made from paper, which has its own pros and cons. In practice, many professionals still prefer it for most jobs as it’s cheaper and comes in larger quantities so it’s convenient to have on hand for a range of jobs. But it’s a matter of preference.
Why use tape on flat joints?
With such a specific purpose, you need to have the right circumstances to use this tape – there’s little point using it on a flat joint due to the two strips of thin steel embedded into the trim. This is what helps to create a crisp, clean finish on external corners and ensures a sharp line on all angles.
Can you fold scrim tape?
Remember that, although you can fold scrim tape, and it can sometimes be perfect for internal joints, for angles it’s usually not going to give you the same crisp edge you’d get from a pre-creased jointing tape.
Can you use scrim tape to fold and crease?
If you need a tape you can fold and crease for a corner or angled join, you’re probably going to be looking at jointing tape over scrim tape. Jointing tape comes ready creased, but it isn’t self-adhesive. It’s not as strong as scrim tape, and you’ll need to add extra jointing compound, although experienced tradesmen usually find ways around this.
Is it hard to find the right material for a job?
Getting the right materials for any job is vital. Fortunately these days it’s not hard to find just the right quality product , designed specifically for the task in hand.
How to tape plasterboard?
If cutting out the bump creates a large gap, pre-fill the gap and scrap back level before taping. Bed the tape tightly and evenly into the recess, use quite a lot of pressure to squeeze out base coat from under the tape. Use the mix squeezed out to apply over the tape. It is important that the back of the tape is "wet" with plaster. Try short sections at a time until you get used to it. Paper tape stretches, so once the tape is embedded, to finish coating over, start from the center and work to each end. Finally run through the entire plasterboard join from end to end to smooth out any excess. Remember to scrape back the join after the base coat has set, before applying second coat.
How to scrape a base coat?
Once base coat has set (but not dry), use an 8" joint knife to scrape any excess material from the join.
How to strech a tape?
Pull the tape aloung the join and strech it slightly,
How to use a 4 inch joint knife?
Use your hand to start off the tape in the corner. Once you have it started, use a 4 inch joint knife to prees the tape. onto the join. Pull the tape aloung the join and strech it slightly, while centering it over the join. When you get to the opposite corner,lay your joint knife on the tape, slightly on an agle.
How to tape in an internal?
The easiest way to tape in an internal is to use an internal taping tool . The trap using this tool is, not setting the angle of the tool correctly; or not applying enough pressure to squeeze out all the base coat from under the tape. Make sure the back of the tape is "wet" with plaster and feather out the edges.
What does a joint knife do to stop mud?
Keeping the joint knife slightly angled up, stops the mud spreading
Can you use wet and stick tape to repair plasterboard?
To prepare the internal for using wet and stick, pre-fill all gaps over 2mm and pre fill all nail holes. Wet and stick tape is also very useful to repair cracked plasterboard joins. It allows you to repair the join with the minimum amount of build up.
What to use to fill gaps between wall and slope ceiling?
Anyway, what you've suggested should work - foam does a good job at this sort of thing for the large gaps between the wall and the slope ceiling. Tape all the edges and use easifill
What scraper to use to make cracks in mesh tape?
Use tungsten scraper to make channel over crack to accommodate mesh tape.
What knife did they use to cut gypsum?
The boards have been decimated, someone has went at them with a stanley knife, cutting off the paper that actually goes round the edge of the board to reveal the inner gypsum.
What is the filler for taper edge plasterboard?
Joints between taper edged plasterboard are filled by a combination of joint tape (an open weave tape known as Scrim) and plasterboard filler, this can give a smooth finish which completely hides the joints.
How to use 150mm knife for jointing?
Use the knife to scrape the filler on, and scrape the surplus off along the joints.
How to apply self adhesive scrim?
Start by applying the self adhesive scrim (jointing tape) along the joints, don't overlap it as this will cause a built up area. If you are using non-adhesive scrim, you will need to first apply a bed of filler across the joints into which the scrim needs to be pushed and then the next coat of filler applied - it is definitely easier using self adhesive scrim.
Can you put wallpaper on plasterboard?
If intending to wallpaper directly onto the plasterboard, it is best to apply a couple of coats of dry wall primer (it is painted on), this makes it easier to stripper the wallpaper later.
What Type of Plasterboard Should you use?
If you are not going to plaster your recently installed plasterboard or drywall and just want to fill the joints, to get the smoothest finish possible it is important to use tapered edge plasterboard.
How to apply filler to a joint?
Applying first coat of filler over joint. While the filler is still damp, measure the length of the joint and cut a piece of paper joint filling tape to the same length. Apply the tape to the filler central to the joint running the jointing knife over it to press it into the filler and hold it in place.
How to apply 300mm joint filler?
Mix up your final batch of joint filler and then apply using your 300mm jointing knife making sure that you keep it as central to the joint as possible and leave roughly 50mm either side of the second coat.
How to scrape off rough edges on tape?
Once the first coat and tape coat have fully dried, run your 150mm jointing knife over the dried filler to scrape off any rough edges or lumps.
Why are the edges of plasterboard tapered?
As the name suggests the edges are slightly tapered or bevelled so that when the boards are butted up together there is a slight depression where they meet. This allows you fill this depression with plasterboard joint filler and hide the joint.
How to take filler off of a board?
As you run the knife and filler down over the joint, hold the knife at an angle of around 20-25° as you run it over the joint. This ensures that the filler is forced down into the joint and on to the board. If the knife is held up towards the 90° mark this will actually start to take the filler off so ensure you stick to a more shallow angle.
How long does it take for a coat of sandpaper to cure?
This should generally be at least 24 hours.
