British Gypsum Gyproc DriWall Adhesive Installation Guide

June 3, 2024
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Installation guidance

Gyproc DriWall Adhesive

TIMES ARE APPROXIMATE

0 mins

British Gypsum A01

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

British Gypsum A02

Leave to rest for 5 minutes before applying

5 – 90 mins

British Gypsum A03

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

British Gypsum A04

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

British Gypsum A05

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.

British Gypsum A06

Finishing times are reduced by suction

British Gypsum A07

Finishing times are extended by cold weather conditions


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