British Gypsum Gyproc DriWall Adhesive Installation Guide
- June 3, 2024
- British Gypsum
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Installation guidance
Gyproc DriWall Adhesive
TIMES ARE APPROXIMATE
0 mins
Add 15.5 litres of clean water per 25kg bag into a clean mixing bucket. Gradually add the powder and mix until product is a smooth consistency
5 mins
Leave to rest for 5 minutes before applying
5 – 90 mins
Ensure adequate background suction control with water or Thistle GypPrime takes place prior to application. Apply dabs that are between 50mm and 75mm wide, around 250mm long (the length of a trowel) and between 10mm and 25mm thick onto dry surface
Dabs should be applied in a regular pattern to give a minimum area of contact between board and background of 20%. Trowel apply a continuous fillet of Gyproc DriWall Adhesive to the perimeter of the walls, services and openings for optimum air tightness
2 hours
Depending on site conditions, Gyproc DriWall Adhesive takes minimum 2 hours to set
Allow product to fully set before finishing. We recommend leaving for 3-6 hours to fully set
Note:
Working time is approx 90 mins.
Times and processes are given as guidance. On site practice may vary.
Finishing times are reduced by suction
Finishing times are extended by cold weather conditions
Installation guidance
Gyproc DriWall Adhesive (30 November 2021)