Laminated drywall: characteristics, applications and installation tips

2024 Author: Henry Conors | [email protected]. Last modified: 2024-02-12 02:55

It's nice to know that the construction industry does not stand still, but is developing rapidly. There are such finishing materials that earlier one could only dream of in the most daring desires - to have something that made the heart clench joyfully, to be beautiful, practical, durable. Today, the construction markets are fulfilling the dreams of many buyers, they are selling amazing and magnificent materials designed for finishing work. One of these building materials is laminated drywall, and it is intended for interior decoration. With it, you can ennoble any room very quickly and efficiently. What are the positive qualities of laminated drywall, the production of which is based on covering it with a high-strength PVC film 0.12-0.3 mm thick, where this finishing material is used and how it is mounted, this article will tell.

All qualities approved

If you compare it withordinary drywall, then there is a significant difference: the beginner has a special finish, and it consists of a top layer with a paper-fabric surface, already ready to please the owners with its completeness. That's why the repair work will be done much faster.

You can talk a lot about the merits of this type of drywall, but the most important are its qualities such as:

• Installation in the fastest possible time. Moreover, it can be produced in a variety of ways, even fastened without a frame.
• Getting rid of such additional work as filling the repaired surface for leveling. No finishing work required.
• No deformation during operation.
• Excellent sound and heat insulation properties. These characteristics depend on the thickness of the material - lamination film.
• Dust repellent, fire retardant, water repellent, breathable.
• Sustainability. It is elevated here, so it is suitable as a wall decoration and in a children's room.
• Favorable concealment of any flaws in the walls, ceilings of the room.
• Creating partitions with it.
• The color palette is the most diverse, the texture is for every taste, up to such types as marbled or wood imitation. Under the sun, the colors remain as vibrant as when they were purchased.

Own differences from other finishing materials

Laminated drywall (Moscow is a city where the choiceit is striking in its diversity) differs in its qualities, like any building material, it has features and disadvantages, so you need to be prepared for any surprises during its installation and further operation.

Given the special properties of the material in question, it will last a very long time:

- Laminated drywall is afraid of high and constant humidity, so it is better to refuse installation in rooms where water can adversely affect its quality. Also, do not attach sheets to the surface if its humidity level exceeds the norm of 25 percent. But technology does not stand still, and such types of laminated drywall are already appearing on the construction market, which can be safely used both in attics and basements. The properties of the purchased finishing material must be clarified with the sales assistant.

- During construction work, cut edges can create some difficulties, so they must be processed. It will not be difficult to do this operation: seal the edge with adhesive tape, and spread the remaining cut with glue that has waterproof qualities.

- Care for this material only using a soft sponge, it is strictly forbidden to use too aggressive products during cleaning, which include, for example, gasoline and various solvents, as well as abrasive substances.

- When processing slopes for doors, window openings, you need to prepare a transparentglue, be sure to have waterproof qualities.

Perfect design for small businesses

Great for finishing work in prestigious offices and luxury hotels laminated drywall (photos are presented in the article).

Even small hotels, restaurants and cafes look very nice thanks to this material. Here, designers are happy to use the wide range of possibilities and create amazing and elegant projects, playing with the great possibilities and the color range of the material. Exclusive furniture can also be made using this material, using it as decorative fireplaces, arches and original niches.

Slopes and doorways ennobled in this way look unusual, as well as design projects, creating which, when designing the interior, specialists used several level elements.

Installation and its features

Using laminated drywall as a finishing material indoors, it can be installed in several ways:

• Frame mounting method.
• Frameless mounting method.

Each method has its own characteristics.

Mounting on a profile frame

This installation method requires the installation of an additional metal structure. Profiles are used as a frame, on which double-sided tape is glued or covered with special glue.

Work begins from the inner corner by fixing the L-shaped aluminum profile to the wall using self-tapping screws. Fastenings are located from each other at a distance not exceeding 40 cm.

The joints are fastened with omega profiles, and inside there should be a decorative strip. To ensure that the outer corners are not deformed and are reliably protected, an F-shaped profile is used.

Frameless mounting method

Installation by this method can only be performed perfectly on a perfectly flat surface. It will be necessary to carry out work on thorough cleaning, leveling and degreasing those areas of the room where the laminated drywall will be attached.

When the surface is ready and thoroughly dry, stick double-sided tape on it or cover it with special glue.

This moment in the work is very important: you can not interrupt the base - it must be continuous, otherwise the quality of work will be reduced. The strips glued in parallel should be 40 cm apart. Now the main task is to clearly hit the lines with the adhesive backing.

Conclusion

Laminate drywall began not so long ago, but today it is very popular. Some believe that this finishing material is used to repair only commercial and business institutions, which they are deeply mistaken. Due to its high technology, environmental friendliness, moisture resistance andfire resistance laminated drywall will perfectly fit into the design of residential premises. In addition, thanks to a huge selection of colors and textures, you can realize any design idea.