What size battens do I use for plasterboard?
Plasterboard comes in two thicknesses and we recommend you use the 12.5mm thickness for this job. The battens need to be as close to 400mm apart as possible allowing for the fact that you need the end of a plaster lath to fall on the centre of a batten so the next board can share the same batten.
How do you batten a wall for Plasterboarding?
How to Batten a Wall – Step-by-Step Instructions
- Check Wall Level. Place spirit level vertically against a bare wall and check if the wall is level.
- Measure and Cut Batten.
- Mark Drill Points.
- Drill Holes in Batten.
- Drill Holes in Wall.
- Insert Wall Plugs.
- Screw Batten in Place.
- Repeat for Floor Batten.
What size should battens be?
A true batten is 2-inches in width or smaller, but you can use larger widths by installing trim in place of a batten if you want a thicker appearance. They’re installed directly over the vertical panels to get the traditional look.
What size screws 38mm battens?
Parex say 25 x 50mm battens are a minimum and would prefer 38 x 63mm battens using 5.0 x 75mm s/’s screws spaced every 150mm. This would give a fixing of 25mm into the actual timber frame after a 38mm batten and 10mm panel vent board.
Does cladding need an air gap?
A continuous air gap is essential and, with vertical cladding, counter battens will usually be needed to ensure cavity ventilation is maintained.
Do you need membrane behind cladding?
Does Fibre Cement Cladding Need a Membrane? Well, the answer is that it depends. Because fibre cement cladding is naturally very resistant against water and water exposure, there is a relatively low chance of water damage penetrating through and posing a risk to your home.
How do you attach timber to Gyprock?
Drill a clearance hole (slightly larger than the screws threads) through the timber and plasterboard. I do this all the way along or everywhere I need a screw and there isn’t a timber stud. Then remove the timber and wind a Redidriver into each hole until it is flush with the board.
