Plasterboard Ceilings
Plaster ceilings made from plasterboards are a beautiful addition to any home. Here’s what you need to know before installing yours
What To Know When Installing Plaster Ceilings
Plaster ceilings are a great addition to any property and have been installed for various reasons. They are designed and made from plasterboard and are supported by metal frames. Their popularity is due to their ability to transform homes into elegant and polished, with intricate carvings for the ultimate masterpiece.
In most homes and commercial properties, plasterboard ceilings are installed to hide wiring and tubes, particularly in areas where lights and air cons. But as mentioned, they add an aesthetically appealing touch.
Before installing plasterboard ceilings, here are a few things you need to consider:
Plasterboard Ceilings: Spaces In Between
When hiring a contractor to install plasterboard ceilings, make sure you discuss spacing. There needs to be a minimum of 35 centimetres between original ceilings and the plaster ceiling layers, especially if you’d love to add cassette air conditioning units. In any case, you will still need to leave additional space for pipes, tubes, and wires so that they can be accessed easily in the event of repairs and maintenance.
Plasterboard Ceilings: Check The Height Of The Ceiling
No one wants a ceiling that’s too low, especially once your plasterboard ceiling has been added. If you’ve been in a home with a low ceiling, you’ll have noticed that the room looks much smaller and feels cramped. Make sure that there is enough allowance for any additions to the ceiling, such as ceiling fans, chandeliers, or any other hanging fixtures.
Plasterboard Ceilings: What Plaster Ceiling Material You’re Getting
As mentioned, this type of ceiling is made of plasterboard, and this is made of gypsum mixed with fibres that hold the mixture together. These boards are generally attached or fixed to a frame made from either aluminium or wood. This allows the ceiling to take various shapes and can be curved in certain areas.
Plasterboards also have a standard size and can be cut to fit just about any ceiling.
Plasterboard Ceilings: Inserting Lights
It is important that your plaster ceiling compliments your home by adding hidden lights, this way, it will have a more stylish and contemporary feel. These lights can be running LEDs, and what’s more, they come in various colours suitable for creating different atmospheres in your home.
At Capco, we offer the best in plasterboards for your plaster ceilings and help you get the ideal specifications for your needs. Speak to us today.