Gib plasterboards are a prevalent feature for homes of all kinds in Auckland. These sturdy, reliable boards are often used for walls and ceilings, and it’s up to qualified plasterboard fixers and stoppers to install these boards and create a perfect finish.
What exactly is GIB®️ Fixing and stopping, and why is it important? If you’re planning a home project, then you may be wondering why you should hire professionals and why you need fixing and stopping services in the first place.
GIB®️ Fixing And GIB®️ Stopping: What Are They, What’s The Difference?
GIB®️ Fixing and stopping are both crucial parts of the plasterboard installation process, and they serve distinct purposes:
GIB®️ Fixing: Putting Up Plasterboard. Fixing is when a qualified plasterboard fixer takes plasterboard sheets and installs them onto ceilings or walls. The plasterboards are cut to fit the shape of your walls and then installed in sections. Your professional fixer will plan the project to ensure your walls and ceilings are appropriately covered. They will make sure that each plasterboard is cut to the right shape, secured properly to the wall and that they use the right securing methods.
It’s vital to make sure the plasterboards are secured and spaced correctly on your walls and ceilings. Improper plasterboard installation can lead to future problems like structural cracks, non-structural cracks, debonding, expansion and more. An expert will prevent these issues by making sure your plasterboards are fixed correctly.
GIB®️ Stopping: Covering Holes, Joints And Defects. The next step in the process is Gib plasterboard stopping. This is when your qualified plasterboard fixer uses a plaster stopping compound on your walls.
After your plasterboards are fixed, there will still be visible joints and screw holes along your walls and ceilings. Your plasterer will use a compound to cover screw holes, gaps and other imperfections to ensure a smooth, flawless finish. The plaster also adds a layer of protection.
Once the plaster is applied, your pro fixer will ensure it dries correctly so that it doesn’t shrink and crack.
The Importance Of Professional GIB®️ Fixing And Stopping For Auckland Homes
Essentially, fixing is the process of fixing the plasterboards to walls or ceilings, and stopping is the process of stopping holes and joints with a plaster compound. So, why are these vital steps in any plasterboard project?
Aesthetics: Creating A Smooth Surface. Simply put, a well-fixed and stopped wall looks better than a poorly installed plaster wall. Expert fixing ensures that each plasterboard is set in place without overlapping on other boards, and stopping covers up parts of the base plasterboards that you may not want to see.
Be sure you talk to your qualified plasterboard fixer about your desired results. Are you interested in any particular textures?
Surface Preparation: Preparing Your Walls For The Next Step In Your Project. Plaster walls are a beautiful, minimalistic option. The smooth, clean and light-coloured surface lends itself well to contemporary home design – it’s not too busy. It’s clean, sleek and easy to pair with any kind of interior design setup.
But, plaster walls are also the perfect base for further enhancements. You could put up wallpaper or paint the plaster to add more character to your walls and ceiling. The clean, smooth and light-coloured base is very easy to work with.
If you are planning any particular upgrades, be sure to discuss your plans with your qualified plasterboard fixer. They may be able to provide you with suggestions on what you can or can’t do. Always ask your plasterers what you should avoid doing to prevent damage to your new plaster walls.
Protection: Keeping The Underlying Plasterboard Safe. Along with covering up unwanted features, the layer of plaster compound also makes your plasterboards a bit more durable and protected. The plaster makes your surfaces more resistant to everyday wear and tear, extending their lifespan.
This is another reason why hiring a professional plasterer is so vital – plaster adds protection, but only if it’s used correctly. A well-trained plasterer will use a good amount of plaster and make sure it’s nice and smooth, because too-thick plaster could weigh down your walls and take forever to dry.
Talk with your expert fixer to understand how long the overall process will take. Disturbing the walls too soon could mess with the plaster, extending the fixing and stopping stage.
Finding Reliable, Efficient Gib Fixers And Stoppers In Auckland
As you can see, both fixing and stopping are crucial points in the plasterboard installation stage of any home project, which is why we at Qualified Stopping put care and effort into every project we take on. Not only do we handle GIB®️ Fixing, but we also plaster, paint and more.
What are your goals? Reach out today on 0800 256 789 or message us online.
Let our experts at Qualified Stopping handle the work for you.
