Partition and wall panel systems
British Gypsum partition and walling systems
British Gypsum offers a full range of lightweight partition and walling systems. Standard systems are non-loadbearing and constructed using dry lining techniques. British Gypsum metal framed partitions and walls can be used in all types of buildings including private housing, flats and apartments, commercial, institutional, recreational and industrial properties. They cover all applications, from simple space division; through to high performance walls designed to meet the most demanding fire resistance, sound insulation, impact and height requirements.
British Gypsum produces plasterboards that are fire resistant, insulate from noise pollution, provide thermal insulation, can be moisture resistant and also impact resistant when required.
Key products include:
- Gypwall CLASSIC - the industry’s original lightweight drywall partition system, providing cost-effective, multi-purpose solutions suitable for all types of buildings.
- Gypwall EXTREME - ultimate impact resistant partition for use where extra durability is required above and beyond Severe Duty. GypWall EXTREME is able to cope with the rigours of intensive high traffic use in commercial applications.
- Gypwall QUIET - a lightweight, non-loadbearing, twin framed acoustic separating wall, primarily used as a sound resisting wall in residential units such as flats and apartments.
Glass partitions and cladding
See: Internal - Glazing
Ecophon acoustic wall panel systems
The traditional way to add sound absorption to a room is to install a suspended acoustic ceiling. However, this is not always possible or it may be that only some parts of the ceiling area can be treated with sound-absorbing material.
Ecophon offers wall panel systems with different types of surfaces and profiles. The choice of system depends on the type of premises in which it is to be installed. In schools for instance, a surface with high impact resistance is recommended while, in a prestigious office, a surface and profile with high aesthetic qualities would be preferable.
Plasterboard and plaster systems
Plasterboard
Saint-Gobain manufacture an extensive range of plasterboards which, as part of a building system are designed to meet specific requirements relating to sound insulation and resistance to fire, moisture and impact.
Gyproc plasterboards are the ultimate lining solution for today's buildings, providing high levels of fire, sound, thermal, moisture and impact resistance to create modern internal environments that offer comfort and safety for occupants. They offer high quality, high performance linings for walls and ceilings, lift shafts and stairwells, corridors and auditoria, in buildings as diverse as houses, schools, hospitals and cinemas.
Products include:
- Gyproc standard and performance boards
- Gyproc Thermaline laminates
- Gyproc specialist boards
Plasterboard accessories
The Gyproc range of accessories includes everything you need to finish plasterboard linings and partitions ready for decoration. Every stage is catered for, from Gyproc Dri-Wall Adhesive for simple and quick board fixing, through reinforcement tapes and jointing compounds for perfect plasterboard joints, angles and arches, to Gyproc Primer and Sealer. There is also a range of products to cater for expansion, fire resistance and acoustic sealing.
Plaster
Saint-Gobain plasters provide a smooth high quality surface to internal walls and ceilings. They also provide a durable base for the application of decorative finishes. The plasters have been formulated to suit a wide variety of background types including concrete, brick, blockwork, sand/cement, expanded metal lath and plasterboard. The range also includes associated beads, reinforcing tapes and bonding agents.
The plasters can be used in both new buildings and refurbishment.
Wall lining systems
Gyproc wall linings provide a high quality dry internal finish to existing brick, block, concrete walls or timber frame. They can be used in all types of buildings, including private housing, flats and apartments, commercial, institutional and recreational properties. The linings are equally suited to both new-build and refurbishment work. The range covers all applications from a basic wallboard lining through to high performance linings designed to meet thermal insulation, sound insulation, fire protection, or impact resistance requirements.
British Gypsum systems provide high quality dry internal linings. They cater for all types of wall construction including metal frame and traditional masonry. Linings can be fully or partially independent of the structure, or can simply be bonded directly to the wall surface.
Key products include:
GypLyner UNIVERSAL - GypLyner UNIVERSAL wall lining system is a cost-effective, virtually independent metal frame drylining. It is a general purpose system that is suitable for all internal non-loadbearing applications.
GypLyner IWL - GypLyner IWL independent wall lining is a lightweight, non-loadbearing system, which is built independently of the external wall construction. The system is used in all types of building, but is particularly suitable for those with reinforced concrete or steel frames.
FlameLyner - used to line the external walls of steel framed industrial buildings.The lining provides fire resistance to structural steel sections clad with lightweight metal sheeting,and can also be used in association with new or existing masonry walls to increase sound insulation and meet thermal performance requirements.
Fire glass walls
The desire to balance design innovation, benefits from increased visibility, natural lighting, enhanced aesthetics and multifunctional performance together with building code requirements and protection needs, can be achieved using fire and safety rated glass.
Complete solutions from interior applications such as means of egress and occupancy separation walls, to exterior facades.
Vetrotech Saint-Gobain is able to offer the industry’s broadest range of products to meet both standard and unique conditions. Specialising in high performance fire protection glass, advanced technology is used to provide clear wire-free glass and introduce increased transparency and more day-light into building design.
Cavity fire barriers
Building Regulations require that cavities and concealed spaces in the structure or fabric of a building are sub-divided or sealed by means of cavity barriers or fire-stopping to restrict the hidden spread of smoke and flame. This is of prime importance since many buildings are honeycombed with concealed cavities and voids within roof, floors and walls.
Steelwork encasement systems
Saint-Gobain steel encasement systems are high quality cladding systems which provide up to 180 minutes fire protection to structural steel. They will protect all forms of steelwork including universal columns and beams, joists, portal frames, and castellated beam sections. The systems can be used in all types of commercial and industrial buildings with exposed structural steelwork. The systems are fully compatible with dry lined walls, partitions and ceiling systems.
British Gypsum encasements give an assured level of fire protection to structural steelwork. They present high quality claddings with or without supplementary framing. The systems employ either direct board to board fixing or are based on the lightweight steel framework clad with fire protective boards and are fully compatible with lightweight partitions, wall linings and ceiling systems.
The GypLyner and FireCase steel encasement systems are high quality cladding systems, which provide up to two hours fire protection to structural steel. They will protect virtually all forms of steelwork including universal columns and beams, joists, portal frames, and castellated beam sections. The systems can be used in all types of commercial and industrial building with exposed structural steelwork.
Finishing systems and decorative effects
Jointing
Gyproc jointing materials produce durable joint reinforcement and a smooth, continuous, crack-free surface ready for priming and final decoration. They also seal the lining – a pre-requisite if the building element is to achieve the specified levels of resistance and sound insulation. A number of jointing specifications are available to suit the board type, method of application, and site preference.
Plaster skimming
Plaster skimming to plasterboards is a popular method of providing a smooth, seamless surface ready to receive decorative treatment. Skim plastering gives many of the advantages of a traditional plaster finish combined with quick turnaround on site.
Tiling
Tiles can be applied to drylined walls or the surface of lightweight partition systems to dado rail level or above. Tiling can be carried out in any type of building either in dry areas or in areas subject to intermittent moisture conditions.
Also see: Internal - Tiling
Decorative effects
A wide variety of decorative effects can be achieved quickly and simply using Gyproc accessories to enhance walls and ceilings, and to relieve flat runs of lining, joints and angles. The portfolio of decorative products comprises gypsum cove and cornice profiles and pre-formed, aluminium style trims.
Wall covering
Use of glass fibre wall coverings has spread all over Europe, thanks to its versatility, ease of use, ease of maintenance and its excellent fire and hygienic properties.
Glass fibre allows the walls to breathe naturally. It creates no electrostatic charge and so does not attract mould, dust mites or bacteria, creating fewer allergy risks. These essential qualities are complemented by easy maintenance and impeccable hygiene standards, making it ideal for use in the health industry, as well as office and residential buildings.
Wall coverings are suitable for both new construction work and renovations. Fast and easy to install, they are available in natural or pre-painted versions, which require only a single coat of paint, for increased time savings and an impeccable finish.
Saint-Gobain Technical Fabrics offer a wide range of decorative fabrics which provide an effective, customised solution for your application needs.
Stiffening and supporting reinforcing fabrics
Construction boards (made of polystyrene or polyurethane) reinforced on both sides by glass fibre mesh are successfully used in the building industry.
The boards are about 60cm wide, up to 2.5m long and up to 80mm thick and are useful for straight or difficult wall partition shapes. They can be used on various partitions in houses, on the walls of bathtubs, shower rooms, swimming pools, on pipe covers etc.
Because the reinforcing glass fibre mesh is attached to the boards with a special adhesive, the boards' surface forms an ideal substrate for thin-bed tile laying or for the application of render finishes.
Jointing tapes and repair kits
Saint-Gobain Technical Fabrics' competitive range of high-performance jointing tapes and reinforcing products offer easier, faster installation. Self-adhesive jointing tapes save both time and energy since there is no need to apply a layer of compound between the tape and wall, enabling professionals to lower labour costs considerably and DIY'ers to get the job done in record time.
The FibaTape® line features a complete range of innovative drywall jointing tapes and reinforcing products for the building industry and DIY sector, offering advantages such as strength, flexibility, ease of application and considerable cost savings.
Insulation
Saint-Gobain supply innovative insulation solutions to the UK construction industry. Its high performance glass mineral wool insulation provides thermal efficiency, acoustic comfort, fire protection and moisture control.
Saint-Gobain Isover can provide a number of products for internal partitions. Key products include:
- APR 1200 - a non-combustible glass mineral wool roll for sound insulation in partitions, walls and floors. The product provides a strong, resilient and flexible insulating mat, which is easy to cut, handle and install and will not slump under its own weight when suspended vertically.
- Ultimate - a next generation mineral wool combining thermal and acoustic performance with high fire resistance at reduced weight.
- Ultimate Piano Plus - an integral component of British Gypsum’s GypWall EXTREME impact and abrasion resistant partition system.
Moisture management
Vario KM Duplex is the next generation vapour control membrane for use in existing and new build roof and wall constructions, with the added benefit of bringing excellent air leakage performance to the building envelope.
It consists of an innovative nylon based membrane, which provides more flexible vapour control than low permeability polythene films which can trap moisture in the assembly during certain seasonal conditions. By absorbing water from the air and thereby opening molecular pores, Vario changes its vapour permeability with the ambient humidity conditions.
Vario film has a thickness of 50μm, combined with low flammability.
Insulation and dry lining distribution
Minster is the fastest growing specialist insulation and dry lining distributor in the UK, which stocks and sells products that suit a wide variety of building applications. Its range covers areas such as:
- Acoustic Insulation
- Civil Engineering
- Cladding
- Dry Lining
- Fire Protection
- Flooring Solutions
- Health & Safety
- Loft Conversions
- Plastering & Rendering
- Protective Clothing
- Roofing Insulation and accessories
- Thermal Insulation
- Timber Frame
- Walls (External and Internal)
Minster solutions are provided from the leading industry manufacturers.
Jewson can also offer an extensive range of drylining and insulation products addressing acoustic, thermal and fire needs.
Companies specialising in insulation and dry lining distribution:
Jewson
Minster
