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Ghosts on my ceiling! How to deal with 'thermal ghosting'

Nobody likes living with ghosts, but they are not so bad when they are invisible. In terms of built structures ghosting refers to those dark and often unexplainable streaks and patches on walls, ...

Why is joint tape important?

Professional plasterers agree that joint tape is an important component of a full plasterboard setting system. The tape strengthens and reinforces joints and helps to prevent cracking along the joint ...

All you wanted to know about plasterboard fixing

The installation of plasterboard seems like a simple and straightforward process but as always, the devil is in the detail. It’s important to choose the right fasteners for the job to ensure the ...

Let’s talk about plasterboard maintenance

Let’s face it: Most property owners don’t give plasterboard a second thought after installation, unless a problem occurs. We diligently perform termite inspections, annually inspect air-conditioning ...

External plasterboard ceilings: What you need to know

Australians love spending time outdoors and the alfresco area has become almost standard in most modern homes.

Curved walls are back!

Curved surfaces in interior spaces are making a comeback, but not all architects and builders are keen to incorporate curved surfaces because there is a perception that they can be costly and ...

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5 things you might not know about plasterboard

1. It’s been around for more than a century

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Painting Plasterboard – getting the job done

Once the interior plasterboard walls are installed, your construction project is really starting to take shape, with just the finishing touch needed – painting.

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Painting Plasterboard – what are the standards?

When new plasterboard interiors are installed, how they’re coated for the first time will have a major impact in determining the quality of the finished job.

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Summer dry-out – what’s the answer?

How to beat the heat and overcome the challenges of jointing plasterboard in extreme summer temperatures During the long, hot summer months, and especially in the northern regions of Australia, the ...

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Glancing light and how to minimise its impact

During the longer days of the summer months, the impact of glancing light becomes more apparent when home owners get to see their beautiful interiors bathed in the natural light of our summer ...