Once all the first fix electrical and plumbing work is completed the plasterboard can then be fixed to the wall. There are lots of types of plasterboard, all have their pro's and cons. I have decided to use 12mm TE (tapered edge) plasterboard throughout. In the wet environments of the house(bathrooms) I have used 12mm Vapour Check TE plasterboard, which is more moisture resistant.
Once the plasterboard is fixed, the joints are then taped and filled, and then depending on the finish, the whole of the wall could be skimmed with plaster. I am not planning to skim unless the finish is poor!
This picture shows the kitchen wall before it was plasterboarded. We had to make sure that any noggins - supports for worktops and cupboards had been installed before the plasterboard went up.
This is the back bedroom - completed.
The kitchen again, with just the small awkward bits left to do. I had help with the plasterboarding as it is heavy and awkward to manage.
Looking into the bathroom, which is now fully completed.
A better view of the back double bedroom.
This is the hallway completed. All the first fix wiring is now complete, and second fix electrics, plumbing and joinery should start soon.
Here the final bits of plasterboard have been installed in the window reveals. The reveals are now ready to be taped and filled, and the window sills can be installed.
At the reveals I have used foil backed 12.5mm TE plasterboard. There is a possible condensation problem at the reveals, as insulation levels are low, and there could be "cold bridges" linking the warm part of the building to the cold external part. This can lead to condensation forming on the cold surfaces. Here you can see I've added insulation to try to minimize this problem.
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