How to Build a Dry Wall Partition for Your House
Determine what kind of plasterboard you´ll need., Draw a straight line on the floor or on the place where are you going to build your wall. , Cut wood for the frame and assemble it, using a screwdriver., Measure and cut the plasterboard. , Screw the...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Determine what kind of plasterboard you´ll need.
White plasterboard is not water resistant but very cheap.
Blue or green plasterboard is water resistant but costs 2-3 times more. -
Step 2: Draw a straight line on the floor or on the place where are you going to build your wall.
, You can use a permanent adhesive but it's not recommended, if you want to be able to remove the dry wall later.,,, Just cut it to the right size and place it inside your frame.
Make sure to get the right type of insulation, depending on what you need: heat or noise or both., -
Step 3: Cut wood for the frame and assemble it
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Step 4: using a screwdriver.
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Step 5: Measure and cut the plasterboard.
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Step 6: Screw the plasterboard on the frame.
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Step 7: Add insulation to your wall
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Step 8: if you want.
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Step 9: Plaster your wall or just cover it with some paper.
Detailed Guide
White plasterboard is not water resistant but very cheap.
Blue or green plasterboard is water resistant but costs 2-3 times more.
, You can use a permanent adhesive but it's not recommended, if you want to be able to remove the dry wall later.,,, Just cut it to the right size and place it inside your frame.
Make sure to get the right type of insulation, depending on what you need: heat or noise or both.,
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