Complete Guide to Plasterboarding for London Homes

What is Plasterboarding?

Plasterboarding is the process of fixing sheets of plasterboard (also known as drywall or gypsum board) to walls and ceilings. It creates a flat, smooth surface that can be skim-plastered, taped and jointed, or directly decorated. Plasterboarding is a fundamental part of most construction and renovation projects in London.

Types of Plasterboard

• Standard plasterboard: The most common type, suitable for most internal walls and ceilings in dry areas.
• Moisture-resistant (green) board: For use in bathrooms, kitchens, and areas with higher humidity.
• Fire-resistant (pink) board: Provides enhanced fire protection, often required around boilers, in garages, and party walls.
• Soundproof board: Higher-density board for improved acoustic insulation between rooms or properties.
• Insulated plasterboard: Has insulation bonded to the back, combining two jobs in one.

Installation Methods

Dot and Dab

The most common method in London homes. Adhesive blobs are applied to the wall, and the plasterboard is pressed into position and levelled. Quick, effective, and suitable for most masonry walls.

Screw-Fixed to Studs

Plasterboard is screwed to timber or metal stud frameworks. Used for partition walls, stud walls, and where insulation needs to be fitted behind the boards.

Screw-Fixed to Battens

Timber battens are fixed to the wall first, then plasterboard is screwed to the battens. Useful for very uneven walls or where a specific cavity size is needed.

When Do You Need Plasterboarding?

• During loft conversions and extensions
• Creating new partition walls or rooms
• Renovating properties with damaged or missing plaster
• Improving thermal or acoustic insulation
• Covering old brickwork or uneven surfaces
• As part of drylining systems

Professional Plasterboarding in London

ESSD Construction LTD provides expert plasterboarding across all London boroughs. We supply and install all types of plasterboard, ensuring a solid, level base for perfect plastered finishes. Call 07523009122 for a free quote.