PartitionsrtitionsThe Knauf range of drywall partitions is the result of decades of experience in developing, testing and supporting that meet the needs of the modern building. Quickly

The Knauf range of drywall partitions is theresult of decades ofexperience in developing,testing and supportingthat meet the needs of themodern building.

Quickly and simply constructed from high qualityKnauf components, our partitions are designed toperform. You can specify Knauf partitions safe inthe knowledge that these components will ensureperformance, and that our support extends fromconcept to site.

PPartitionsrtit ions

ContentsGeneral Information

Our Drywall system

System Performance

Drywall Construction

Installation Procedures

Application Details

C - Form I Ceiling System

LD - 19 Ceiling System

C - Studs specifications

U - Channel specifications

MW Stud / Angle sections / Plastering Angle Section

Rockwool specifications

Knauf Paper Joint Tape / Ready Mix Joint Cement

Knauf Aquapanel Cement Board

1 - 2

3 - 7

9 - 10

11 - 12

13 - 29

31 - 33

35 - 36

37 - 39

40 - 41

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General Information

PRODUCTSKnauf Drywall Metal Sections are manufactured from mild steel sections coated with either a zinc electrolytic process or hot dip galvanised process.This is then cold formed to the required section profile.

LimitationsKnauf Drywall Metal Sections are not suitable for use in load bearing situations.

If metal sections are to be used in areas of high humidity cut edges must be treated with suitable zinc based primer.

Knauf Drywall Metal Sections are not designed for external use.

Site StorageKnauf Drywall Metal sections are supplied in small packs and then strapped together to form larger packs for forklift truck off-loading. These packs can be stacked in single packs, in a safe and stable manner on a flat surface.

These bands or straps should not be used for lifting. Metal sections may spring apart when banding is released.

Note: If handling manually, consider risks as required by Manual Handling Regulations 1992.

HEALTH & SAFETYKnauf Drywall Metal Sections must be handled with care as formed edges and cut ends may be sharp. Gloves should be worn when handling the material to avoid lacerations.

Avoid prolonged contact with skin and wear protective clothing when handling metal components.

Safety glasses should be worn when using power tools.

Head protection should be worn when working with overhead hazards.

An on-site risk assessment should be carried out before use.

For the latest Material Safety Date Sheets on the specific products, please contact Knauf Hong Kong.

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PARTITION DUTY - STRENGTH AND ROBUSTNESS

The wall duty-strength and robustness-ratings are grouped as follows:-

Suggested minimum sound insulation values of partitions:-

• Stiffness• Surface damage by small hard body impact.• Resistance to damage by impact from a large soft body.• Eccentric downward loading of heavyweight anchorage ( wash basin )• Eccentric downward loading of heavyweight anchorage ( high level wall cupboard )

• Crowd pressure• Perforation by small hard body impact.• Resistance to structural damage by impact from a large soft body.• Door slamming• Pull-out of a lightweight anchorage.• Pull-down of a lightweight anchorage.

Knauf Partitioning System provides strength and robustness. These duty ratings have been calculated in accordance with BS 5234 : Part 1 & 2 : 1992. The rating is a measure of the ability of the wall to meet the requirements of strength and robustness tests:

As an aid to specification, the figures below are guidelines for duty-strength / robustness rating, and minimum sound reduction values for partitions separating various room types.

Suggested minimum sound insulation performance levels for privacy in some occupational conditions are given in table below. The values given are based on laboratory measurements.

Light Duty (LD)

Medium Duty (MD)

Heavy Duty (HD)

Severe Duty (SD)

Residential

Office or commercial building

Public or industrial building

Heavy industrial building

Category Building Type

Habitable rooms in dwellings

Quiet rooms in dwellings

Enclosing bathrooms in dwellings

General offices

Private offices

NOTE. Where there is a great deal of background noise, a lower Rw may be acceptable.

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38

38

44

Executive offices

Hotel rooms

Music practice rooms

Cinemas

50

55

60

60

Location LocationWeighted sound

reduction index RwdB

Weighted soundreduction index Rw

dB

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DESIGN SOLUTIONS PARTITIONS(Fire, Acoustic,Strength)

Table 4.1: System performance

Acoustic Fire Duty rating1 Figure1

General partition

General fire performance

High fire performance

High acoustic performance

High acoustic performance

Ultra High acoustic performance

Strength and Robustness

Strength and Robustness

37dB

42dB

41dB

53dB

60dB

69dB

42dB

46dB

1hrs

2hrs

2hrs

2hrs

1hrs

1hrs

2hrs

Medium

Medium

Medium

Medium

Medium

Medium

Heavy

Severe

Fig1

Fig2

Fig3

Fig4

Fig5

Fig6

Fig7

Fig8

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Note: 1 BS5234 identifies partitions grades by light duty (LD), medium duty (MD), heavy duty (HD) and severe duty (SD) which

are determined by partition dimensions, stud type and board type. Any of these solutions may be upgraded by the use of

Knauf Denseshield board. Please consult Knauf Hong Kong for details.

Fig 1 General partition

50mm stud

12mmRegular Plasterboardeither side

Fig 3 High fire performance

50mm x 50mm stud0.6mm thickness

2x12.5mmFireshieldeither side

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Drywall Design for Fire Safety

Fig 2 General Fire Performance

50mm x 50mm stud0.6mm thickness

12.5mmFireshieldeither side

Fig 5 High acoustic performance

75mm MW stud

2x12.5mm + 1x15mmSoundshield either side

Insulation50mm wool insulation

5

soundshield

Fig 4 High acoustic performance75mm MW stud thickness

2x12.5mmSoundshild either side

Insulation 50mm wool insulation

100mm wool insulation

Fig 6 Ultra high acoustic performanceHigh performance MWtwin frame

2x12.5mmSoundshield either side

12.512.5

12.512.5

Fig 7 Strength & Robustness

KNAUF DENSESHIELD IMPACT RESISTANT PARTITION SYSTEMmeeting “ Heavy Duty” criteria of BS5234”Part 2:1992

Technical Data:1-Hour fire rating, integrity & insulationaccording to BS476: Part22, with fire risk from both sidesOverall partition thickness = 75mmSound reduction Rw = 42 dB

KNAUF Denseshield impact resistant fire rated plasterboard 12.5mm thickKNAUF 50mm x 50mm x 0.6mm G.I. stud at 610mm centres* When 75mm wide frame is used, this Denseshield partition meets the ‘Heavy Duty’ criteria of BS5234:Part2:1992KNAUF 50mm x 40mm x 0.6mm G.I. ‘U’ channelNailable plug at 600mm centresKnauf intumescent and acoustic sealantDrywall screw at 300mm centres50mm thick, 60kg/cu.m, KNAUF rockwool

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Knauf Partitions

Fig 8 Strength & Robustness

Technical Data:2-Hour fire rating, integrity & insulationaccording to BS476: Part22, with fire risk from both sidesOverall partition thickness = 125mmSound reduction Rw = 46 dB

KNAUF Denseshield impact resistant fire rated plasterboard 2 x 12.5mm thickKNAUF 75mm x 50mm x 0.6mm G.I. stud at 610mm centresKNAUF 75mm x 40mm x 0.6mm G.I. ‘U’ channelNailable plug at 600mm centresKnauf intumescent and acoustic sealantDrywall screw at 300mm centres

Remark: * with the inclusion of 50mm thick, 60kg/cu.m rockwool, the sound reduction Rw is 54 dB

KNAUF DENSESHIELD IMPACT RESISTANT PARTITION SYSTEMmeeting “ Severe Duty” criteria of BS5234:Part 2:1992

Knauf Partitions

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Knauf PartitionsKnauf Metal Sections is our most versatile partition solution, able to meet nearly every performancerequirement. The Knauf partition system is lightweight, strong and easy to install and can bespecified with confidence for an enormous range of applications.

Head Track

Knauf ‘U’ Channelforms head plate.

Knauf metal studs simply twist and snapinto head and floor tracks.

Knauf ‘C’ Stud lightweight steelsection.

Knauf Deep Flange‘U’ Channel fordeflection head.

Stud

The full range ofacoustic, fireresistant, moistureresistant, impactresistant toprovide performance anddesign solutions.

Knauf Plasterboard

Knauf ‘U’ Channel securedto floor.

Floor Track

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Knauf PartitionsKnauf partition copes easily with the most demanding fire, sound,moisture and impact resistance requirements. Knauf components aredesigned to work together and provide you a fully integrated system.

Key Features:-

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Versatile, light, fast andeasy to installSystem can utilise theentire range of boardsOptimised solutions tomeet sector specificrequirementsMinimum amount ofcomponents required toconstructComprehensivelydeveloped and site-proven

Knauf Deep Flange ‘U’Channel snipped, bent,returned and fixed to verticalstud.

Door Head

Knauf Drywall Screws areself drilling and self tappingand designed to workperfectly with KnaufPlasterboards.

Fixings

Readymix solution.

Knauf Ready Mix

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Knauf PartitionsInstallation ProceduresKnauf partitions are designed to be simple and fast to install. Knauf Drywall Technical Services are on handshould you have any questions or unusual situations to deal with.

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GeneralKnauf Performer partitions must be installed in accordance with Knauf Drywall’s recommendations and the recommendations of BS 8212: 1995 and BS 8000; Part 8: 1994.

Perimeter FramingKnauf ‘U’ Channels should be used for the head and base of the partition. Knauf ‘C’ Studs should be used to form any abutments and to frame openings. Bed each section on two continuous beads of Sealant or Intumescent and Acoustic Mastic as specified. Secure with suitable fixings at maximum 600mm centres and 50mm from ends of channels or studs. Separate studs and channels forming the perimeter need not be joined, but should be tightly butted together.

Replace Knauf ‘U’ Channel with a Knauf Deep Flange ‘U’ Channel when forming a deflection head.

Partitions constructed to provide fire and / or acoustic separation are required to span from structural floor to structural soffit.

Vertical StudsStuds should be postitioned within the channels to coincide with the abutments of the boards, at centres dependant on the performance requirement of the system. In general there is no requirement to secure the metal at this point as this will be achieved once the boards are screw-fixed.

Knauf ‘C’ Studs should be trimmed to within 5mm of the slab to soffit height. For deflection heads: studs should be cut short to allow for required clearance within Knauf Deep Flange ‘U’ Channel.

Knauf ‘C’ Studs can be extended by forming a splicing detail. See details on page.

InsulationSubject to the performance requirements once the studs have been located in the Knauf ‘U’ Channels and one side has been boarded, Knauf insulation as specified should be inserted between the studs vertically. Care should be taken to ensure that the insulation is fitted neatly without gaps at abutments or vertically between different rolls.

Support for HorizontalJoints in FacingsTo back horizontal joints in outer board layers, Knauf Fixing Channel or Knauf Flat Fixing Plate should be fitted across the face of all studs, secured with 2 Knauf Drywall Screws per stud to both faces or between board layers.

DoorwaysThe head is formed with Knauf Deep Flange ‘U’ Channel, snipped and bent back and screw fixed with Knauf Screws to the studs.

BoardingAll boards should be offered up to

the frame with the face of the board outwards and secured with Knauf Drywall Screws at 300mm maximum centres. Fixing centres should be reduced to 200mm at corners.

Boarding should commence at one end and work across the partition. At head, floor and abutments, board edges should be bedded on to continuous beads of Sealant. Board joints in multiple layers should be staggered both vertically and horizontally by at least 600mm.

Deflection HeadsThe maximum deflection should be no more than half the flange length of the Knauf Deep Flange ‘U’ Channel and for a downward direction.

After fixing the head track, the floor track should bepositioned by using a vertical stud and a laser/spiritlevel.

Twisting Knauf ‘C’ Stud into position.

Fixing Knauf ‘C’ Stud to form the partition frameabutment.

Snip and bend back Knauf ‘U’ Channel for extrarigidity around door openings.

Snip and bend back Knauf Deep Flange ‘U’ Channelto form the door frame.

Fixing Knauf Deep FLange ‘U’ Channel to studs at dooropening.

Insert timber battens in the Knauf ‘C; Studs for extrarigidity around door frame if required.

Fixing Knauf Plasterboard to the completed framework.

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Knauf PartitionsApplication Details

‘C’ Stud Single Boarded

These details represent some of the most common design situations relevant to the Knauf partition system. Knauf Drywall Technical Services can advise on any specific detail you are trying to achieve.

Any type of Knauf plasterboard can be fixed to knauf ‘C’, to achieve different performance requirements.

Knauf Plasterboard

Knauf Rockwoolif required

Knauf Rockwoolif required

Joints taped and filled

Detail 01

Knauf Drywall Screwsat 300mm centres

‘C’ Stud Single Double BoardedDouble boarding is one method to achieve increased performance levels.


Double layerof Knauf Plasterboard

Joints tapedand filled

Detail 02

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Knauf Partitions

Knauf Nailable Plugor suitable fixings at600mm maximumcentres

Knauf ‘U’ Channel

Sealant orIntumescent

and Acousitic Mastic


Sealant

Knauf Nailable Plug or suitable fixing at600mm maximum centres


Knauf ‘C’ at 600mmmaximum centres

Knauf ‘U’ Channel

Standard head and FloorThe Knauf ‘U’ Channel Should be fixed to the structural soffit at maximum 600mm centres. Channels should be bedded securelyonto continuous beads of sealant to ensure optimum sound reduction by preventing air paths. If deflection of the soffit is expected, please refer to deflection head detailing.

The Floor detail is a mirror image of the Standard Head Detail. Single facings are shown as an example.Partitions should always be fixed to the finished floor.

Detail 03

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Detail 06

Knauf Nailable Plug or suitablefixing at 600mm centres Intumescent

and Acoustic Mastic

Knauf Plasterboard fillets ensuring10mm minimum board overlap

Deflection allowance



Knauf Drywall Screws at 300mm centres

Structural Soffit

Knauf Deep Flange ‘U’ Channel

Sealant

Knauf Plasteroard to suitspecification

Knauf Flat FIxing Plate

Detail 05

Knauf Nailable Plug or suitablefixing at 600mm centres

Intumescentand Acoustic Mastic




Knauf Drywall Screws at300mm centres

Knauf ‘C’ Studs to suitpartition specification


Structral Soffit



Sealant


10mm

Knauf Partitions

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Intumescentand Acoustic Mastic




Knauf Nailable Plug or suitable fixingat 600mm centres

25 x 50mm Knauf Angle Section

Knauf Rockwool 60 kg/ m3

Structral Soffit


Knauf Sealant



Knauf Drywall Screws at300mm centresKnauf Flat FIxing Plate

Detail 07

Knauf Partitions

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Knauf Nailable Plug or suitablefixing at 600mm centres

Structural Soffit

50mm Knauf Rockwool60Kg/m3 in head track

Tabs cut into track andbent up to retain

insulation

Knauf Intumescentand Acoustic Mastic

25 x 50mm Knauf AngleSection



Knauf Drywall Screws at300mm centres



Detail 08

Knauf Partitions

Technical date:1 hour fire rating, integrity & insulationaccording to BS476: Part 22, with fire risk from both sides

1. KNAUF Fireshield board each side 15mm*2. Vertical G.I. C-stud 50mm deep at 600mm centres3. 0.55mm thick for barrier depth

Knauf Portitions

Fixings at the junction should be made from stud to stud.Knauf ‘C’ Studs form intersections.

Taped and Jointed


Knauf ‘C’ Studs atintersections

Knauf DrywallScrews at 600mmcentres for stud to stud fixings

Detail 11Corner 90º

Treated and prepared timber grounds can be incorporated to create splayed corners.Knauf ‘C’ Studs form intersections.

Knauf Drywall Screws at 30mm maximum centres

Taped and Jointed

Knauf ‘C’ Studs screwfixed to timber groundsat 600mm maximumcentres

Shaped timber ground

Detail 12Splayed Corner

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Knauf Partitions

Fixing at the junctions should be made from stud to stud.Extra studs should be included if required.

Knauf Drywall Screws at600mm maximum centres

for stud to stud fixings

Knauf Plasterboard tosuit specification

Knauf Plasterboard tosuit specification

Knauf insulation ifrequired


Additional Knauf ‘C’stud at intersection

Knauf ‘C’ stud to suit specification

Knauf Sealant

Sealant

Knauf ‘C’ Studs at abutmants


Taped and Jointed


Knauf Drywall Screwsat 300mm centresKnauf ‘C’ Studs at

centres to specification

Taped and jointed

Detail 13Abutment T-Junction

Where there are high acoustic requirements aflanking detail should be considered.

Detail 14Abutment T-Junction, High PerformanceFlanking Intersection

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Knauf Plasterboard to suit specification


Additional Knauf ‘C’ Stud

Knauf Sealant


Suitable Fixings at600mm centres

Taped and Jointed

Knauf Drywall Screws at 300mm centres

Knauf Partitions

Fixing at the junctions should be made from stud to stud.Extra studs should be included. A break in the plasterboard helps toprevent flanking sound transmission.

Detail 15Abutment T-Junction, Alternative Flanking Detail

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Knauf Partitions

Knauf Rockwool 60kg/m3

10mm

50mmKnauf Intumescent andAcoustic Mastic

Suitable for small pipes - typically up to 40mm diameter. The mineral wool must be secured around thepipe with wire or mesh.

Detail 16Pipe Penetration

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Knauf Partitions


Knauf Rockwool 60kg Knauf Drywall Screwsat 300mm centres


10mm

50mm

Fire Collar

For pipes with a diameter up to 160mm, a FireCollar is fixed to both sides in accordance with the manufacturers recommendations.

Detail 17Pipe Penetration

For pipes and ducts above 160mm diameter.Knauf ‘C’ Studs and ‘U’ Channel form anopening for the duct.

Fire dampers in ductwork, when present,should be independently supported andinstalled with regard to the manufacturesinstructions.

Detail 18Duct Penetration

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Knauf Partitions

Knauf Plasterboard to suitspecification

Additional Knauf ‘C’ Studs as trimmerseach side of opening

Knauf Plasterboard returned and screwfixed to trimming stud/channel as lining to opening

Ends of Knauf Deep Flange ‘U’ Channelsnipped, bent and turned up or down aminimum 300mm and fixed to studs withtwo Knauf Wafer Head Jackpoint Screwseach side.

Fire stopping insulation(by others)

Detail 19Typical Framing Out Detail

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Knauf Partitions

Knauf Rockwool

Knauf MovementControl Joint

Knauf Drywall Edge Beads

Knauf Rockwool 60kg

max 150mmEdge levelled off with Knauf

Jointing Compound

Knauf Plasterboardto suit specification

Allows lateral movement of up to 7mm. The control joint must be fixed at 150mm centres on both edges. This detail

Detail 20Movement Control Joint

This allows more movement than the previous detail, in conjunction with a shadow gap formed by Knauf DrywallEdge Beads.

Detail 21Expansion Joint

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Knauf Partitions

Suitable for medium weight fixings where the appliedload is fixed and continuous, and for lightweightfixings where the load may be subject to somemovement (e.g. through removable objects).

Suitable for heavyweight fixings where the appliedload is fixed and continuous, and for medium weightfixings where the load may be subject to somemovment (e.g. through removable objects).

- Suggested applications: Curtain rails, pictures.

- Suggested applications: baths (lateral location only), cupboards, shelving, handrails, radiators.

Knauf Wafer HeadJackpoint Screws

Knauf FixingChannel fixing tostuds

Horizontal 50mm Knauf ‘U’Channel screwed betweenverticals with Knauf Waferhead Jackpoint Screws

Sawn softwood nogginginserted into channel andtrimmed to fit flush to studsurface

Flanges of Knauf FixingChannel cut and edgesflattened back

25 x 25mm Knauf AngleSection fixed to stud at 50mmcentres with Knauf Wafer HeadJackpoint Screws

Min. 18mm ply sheet covercomplete load-bearing area ofthe fixture

32mm Knauf Drywall Screws fixed through stud flangeinto plywood at 100mm centres

300mmmin.

Light Weight Fixings Parallel to Surface

Heavy Weight Fixings Parallel to Surface

For use where the applied load is not directlyadjacent to the board surface, thus producing a twisting force that the other fixing details are notcapable of withstanding. It is also suitable forfixing items that are likely to receive rougher than usual treatment.

- Suggested applications: TV mounting arms, pay telephones and hoods, disabled grab rails.

Heavy Weight Fixings with Moment

Detail 22

Detail 23

Detail 24

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Knauf Partitions

Knauf ‘U’ Channelfixed to studs

Socket or switch

Knauf Plasterboard

Knauf Rockwool

300m

m30

0mm

These can be fixed back to Knauf ‘U’ Channels or sections of Knauf Fixing Channels fitted between studs. Mineralwool packing maintains the fire resistance of the partition.

Detail 25 Sockets and Switches

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Knauf Partitions

Knauf ‘U’ Channel is snipped, bent back and screwed to the Knauf ‘C’ Stud with Wafer HeadJackpoint Screws.

Knauf Deep Flange ‘U’ Channel(to suit deflection allowance)

fixed to structural soffit atmaximum 600mm centres

Knauf Deep Flange ‘U’ Channel cut and bentdown jamb stud eachside, secured with KnaufWafer Head Screws atintersections and at 200mm centres on eachreturn

Minimum 250mm - tomeet channel below

300mm turned upfloor channel secured with Knauf WaferHead Screws at150mm centres

Knauf Flat Fixing Plate(If required within the

appropriate deflectionhead detail)

Knauf Wafer HeadScrews at 300mmmaximun centres

Knauf Deep Flange ‘U’ Channelsection to each side of door

opening fitted between returnedlegs at door head and base

Knauf ‘C’ Stud to eachside of door jamb

Two pairs of fixings:One pair at jamb stud base;

One pair at 150mm fromdoor jamb. Remainder of

Knauf ‘U’ Channel securedat 600mm centres

Knauf ‘U’ Channel with300mm leg cut and

returned up door jamb stud

0 - 60Kg Door Jamb Detail 26

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150mm

Knauf Deep Flange ‘U’ Channel(70mm flange) fixed to structural

soffit at maximum 600mmcentres

Additional Knauf ‘C’ Studpositioned 150mm from doorjamb stud each side of door

opening

Knauf Wafer HeadScrews at 300mmmaximum centres

Knauf Deep Flange ‘U’ Channel(70mm flange) section to each

side of door opening fittedbetween returned legs at door

head and base

Knauf ‘C’ Stud to eachside of door jamb

Two pairs of fixings:One pair at jamb stud base;

One pair at 150mm fromdoor jamb. Remainder of

Knauf ‘U’ Channel securedat 600mm centres

Knauf ‘U’ Channel with300mm leg cut and returned

up door jamb stud

Minimum 250mm - tomeet channel below

Knauf Flat Fixing Plate(If required within the appropriate deflectionhead detail)

Knauf Deep Flange ‘U’Channel (70mm flange)cut and bent down jambstud each side, securedwith Knauf Wafer HeadScrews at intersectionsand at 200mm centreson each return

300mm turned upfloor channel secured with Knauf WaferHead Screws at150mm centres

Knauf Partitions

Knauf ‘U’ Channel is snipped, bent back and screwed to the Knauf ‘C’ Stud with Wafer HeadJackpoint Screws.

Detail 2760 - 100Kg Door Jamb

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150mm

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Knauf Partitions

Knauf ‘C’ to suitspecification

Radius ‘U’ Channel Cutsat (centres)

* Stud centres also dependant on partition maximun height

* Note: Based on Knauf Wallboard.

at (centres) at (centres)‘U’ Channel Fixed Studs* Knauf recommended minimum board bending radii*:

Knauf Board Thickness Minimum Radius

Knauf Plasterboard fixedhorizontally to suit specification

Knauf DrywallScrews

Knauf ‘U’ Channel snipped atregular centres to form curve.

(Refer to table belowfor correct centres)

Knauf ‘U’ Channel fixed with KnaufNailable Plug or suitable fixing for

background

5 Metres plus 300mm 600mm 600mm6.5mm (Knauf flexible board) 300mm

12mm 1.5 Metre

15mm 2.5 Metre

3 - 5 Metres 100mm 400mm 300mm

1 - 3 Metres 50mm 300mm 150mm

Detail 29Curved Partition

At least 8 KnaufWafer Head Jackpoint

Screws on each sidefor each section

Knauf ‘U’Channel

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Detail 28“C” Stud Splicing

DESIGN SOLUTIONS CEILINGSC-Form 1 Ceiling SystemThe Knauf C-Form I Ceiling System can acceptsome degree of loading and uses fast drywallconstruction techniques.

‘Knauf ‘C’ ChannelForms the main supports

‘C’ ChannelsThe lower ‘C’ channels are clippedto the upper ‘C’ channels by meansof channel intersection connectors.The spacing of the upper ‘C’channles varies according to the weight of the ceiling specified.

BulkheadsThe framing for bulkheads is builtup from standard ‘C’ and ‘U’channel components.

Access panelsAccess panels can be provided inthe ceiling between supportchannels. Framing is formed with‘C’ channels connected by meansof noggin channel connectors. Theopening is then ready to receive aproprietary access hatch.

It should be used for larger ceiling areas (50m2 andover) and for spans over 4m. It is also ideal for wheredeeper ceiling voids are required (over 450m).

The system utilises one or more layers of any of theKnauf range of plasterboards, depending on the performance required. The boards are fixed onto a double lightweight metal framework of Knauf ‘C’Channels and Knauf ‘U’ Channels.

The lightweight galvanised is suspended by eitherstrap hangers or angle sections fixed to the structuralsoffit with soffit cleats.

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‘Knauf ‘C’ Channels ConnectorFor connecting straightlengths ot ‘c’ channel.

Channel IntersectionConnectorsAre used to connect the ‘C’channels forming the C-Formsupport grid.

Suspension Rods andAdjustable Channel HangersThe suspension rods support theupper ‘C’ channels of the system,the height of which can be adjustedby means of the movable channelhangers. Spacing depends on theweight of the ceiling (see loadinginformation, page 46). Additionalsuspension rods can be used tosupport point loads such asluminaires.

Perimeter channelsProvide support at the edges of the ceiling and consist of ‘U’ channelsections. These are screw-fixed toperimeter walls at the level of thelower ‘C’ channel supports. ‘U’channels are also used to build upthe framing for bulkheads, changesof level and access panel openings.

‘U’ Mounting BracketsAn optional fixed hanger which isscrew-fixed directly to the structuralsoffit, for use where clearanceabove the plasterboard is not sufficient for suspension roads andadjustable channel hangers.

Noggin Channel ConnectorsWhen KNAUF plasterboard mustbe supported at all four edges, orwhere a point load requires supportbetween the lower ‘C’ channels,channel sections are fitted betweenthe lower ‘C’ channels andconnected by means of nogginchannel connectors.

C-FORM I - PERFORMANCE INFORMATION

C-FORM I - LOADING INFORMATION

PERFORMANCE/LOADINGTypical Applications to Timber and Concrete Soffits

BOARD TYPE FIRERESISTANCE

(hours)

Standard

Fireshield

Moistureshield

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

1.0

N/A

Standard

Fireshield

Moistureshield

Standard

Fireshield

Moistureshield

One layer of 12mm KNAUFplasterboard screw-fixed to

lower ‘C’ channels.

Two layers of 12.5 mmKNAUF plasterboard screw-

fixed with staggered joints tolower ‘C’ channels,

incorporating a 50mm Rockwool , 60kg/m3

10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50

One layer of 15mm KNAUFplasterboard screw-fixed

to lower ‘C’ channels

WEIGHT(MAXIMUM

FOR CEILINGSYSTEM)(kg/m2)

MAX CENTRESOF HANGERSON UPPER ‘C”

CHANNELS(mm)

MAX CENTRESOF

UPPER ‘C’CHANNELS

(mm)

MAX CENTRESOF

LOWER ‘C’CHANNELS

(mm)

12 2000 1200 450/600

22 1250 1000 450/600

17 1500 1100 450/600

FIXING CENTRES FOR:

HANGER

UPPER ‘C’ CHANNEL

LOWER ‘C’ CHANNEL

2000

1200

450600

1500

1100

450600

1250

1000

450600

1000

950

450600

900

900

450600

800

875

450600

750

850

450600

675

825

450600

625

800

450600

TOTAL LOAD INCLUDING WEIGHT OF CEILING SYSTEM (kg/m2) - THIS INCLUDES ANY ADDITIONAL LIGHTING/VENTILATION

SYSTEM FITTINGS

The C-Form I lower ‘C’ channels should be located at maximum 450mm centres for 12.5mm KNAUF plasterboard,or maximum 600mm centres for 15mm KNAUF plasterboard.

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DESIGN SOLUTIONS CEILINGSLD-19 Ceiling SystemThe LD-19 ceiling frame system is designed for light dutyapplication where a single layer of 12mm/12.5mmthick plasterboard is screw-fixed onto the frame.

Where multi-layers of 12mm/12.5mm thick, or single layer of 15mm thick plasterboard, or cement board / calcium silicate is requirred, KNAUF C-Form I (Heavy Duty) ceiling system shall be used. Data regardingceiling loading and framing arrangement are available.

System overview - LD 19 Ceiling System

Knauf Plasterboard Ceiling

Channel Joint

One layer of KnaufPlasterboard is screw-fixed to the lower ‘W’ Channels from below

C-38 Channel...............1220mm (48”) c/cW-Bar.............................407mm (16”) c/cSuspension Bolt............1220mm (48”) c/c

LD19 W - Clip

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Product

Packing

W - Clip

500 pcs

Product

Packing

Channel Joint

300 pcs

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Strap Hangers are screwed to thePrimary Support Channels

W - joint

C - 38 Channel

W - Bar

LD 19 Hanger

Product

Size

Packing

W - Bar

50 x 19 x 0.4mm

10 pcs

Product

Packing

W - Joint

200 pcs

Product

Packing

Hanger

300 pcs

Product

Size

Packing

C - 38 Channel

38 x 12 x 1.8mm

10 pcs

19

50

38

12

38 x 12 x0.8mm

38 x 12 x 0.8mm

A

B

Knauf ‘C’ StudsGalvanised lightweight steel section for use in non-load bearing partition systems.

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12

12

15

15

1

2

1

2

74

98

80

110

50x32

0.5

3250

3700

3350

3950

2950

3350

3050

3550

2600

2900

2650

3100

4150

4650

4250

4950

3750

4200

3850

4500

3250

3700

3350

3950

12

12

15

15

1

2

1

2

88

112

94

124

64x50

0.6

4600

5050

4700

5300

4200

4600

4250

4850

3650

4000

3750

4200

5800

6350

5950

6700

5300

5800

5400

6100

4600

5050

4700

5300

Board Thickness

(mm)

Number of Layers

Stud size& Gauge

(mm)

OverallPartition width

(mm)

Office accommodationStud centres (mm)

305 406 610 305 406Back to Back

610

12

12

15

15

1

2

1

2

74

98

80

110

50X50

0.6

12

12

15

15

1

2

1

2

99

123

105

135

75X32

0.5

3900

4350

4000

4600

3500

3950

3600

4200

3050

3450

3150

3650

4900

5450

5000

5800

4450

4950

4550

5300

3900

4350

4000

4600

4400

4750

4450

5000

4000

4350

4050

4550

3450

3800

3550

3950

5500

6000

5650

6300

5000

5450

5100

5750

4400

4750

4450

5000

12

12

15

15

1

2

1

2

99

123

105

135

75x50

0.6

5150

5600

5250

5850

4700

5100

4750

5300

4100

4450

4150

4650

6500

7050

6600

7400

5900

6400

6000

6700

5150

5600

5250

5850

12

12

15

15

1

2

1

2

88

112

94

124

64X32

0.5

3900

4300

4000

4550

3550

3900

3600

4100

3100

3400

3150

3600

4900

5400

5050

5700

4450

4900

4550

5200

3900

4300

4000

4550

Maximum Heights calculated based on a limiting deflection of L/240 at 200 Pa. For fire rated partitions, please contact Knauf Hong Kong for more information.

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12

12

15

15

1

2

1

2

99

123

105

135

75x50

0.8

Board Thickness

(mm)

Number of Layers

Stud size& Gauge

(mm)


(mm)

Stud centres (mm)305 406 610 305 406

Back to Back610

12

12

15

15

1

2

1

2

116

140

122

152

92x50

0.6

12

12

15

15

1

2

1

2

124

148

130

160

100x50

0.6

12

12

15

15

1

2

1

2

124

148

130

160

100x50

0.7

5550

5950

5650

6200

5050

5400

5150

5650

4400

4700

4500

4900

7050

7500

7150

7800

6400

6850

6500

7100

5550

5950

5650

6200

5950

6400

6050

6650

5400

5800

5500

6050

4750

5100

4800

5300

7500

8100

7650

8400

6850

7350

6950

7650

5950

6400

6050

6650

6350

6800

6450

7050

5750

6150

5850

6400

5000

5400

5100

5600

8000

8550

8100

8900

7250

7750

7400

8050

6350

6800

6450

7050

6600

7050

6700

7250

6000

6400

6100

6600

5250

5550

5300

5750

8350

8850

8450

9150

7600

8050

7700

8350

6600

7050

6700

7250

12

12

15

15

1

2

1

2

124

148

130

160

100x50

0.8

6850

7250

6950

7500

6250

6600

6300

6800

5450

5750

5500

5950

8650

9150

8750

9450

7850

8300

7950

8550

6850

7250

6950

7500

12

12

15

15

1

2

1

2

174

195

180

210

150x50

0.8

9300

9700

9400

9950

8450

8800

8550

9050

7400

7700

7450

7900

11750

12250

11850

12500

10650

11100

10750

11400

9300

9700

9400

9950

12

12

15

15

1

2

1

2

174

195

180

210

150x50

1.0

9950

10300

10000

10500

9050

9350

9100

9550

7900

8150

7950

8300

12550

12950

12650

13250

11400

11800

11500

12000

9950

10300

10000

10500

Maximum Heights calculated based on a limiting deflection of L/240 at 200 Pa. For fire rated partitions, please contact Knauf Hong Kong for more information.

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114

94

124

100

125

105

135

36

42

37

45

42

48

42

49

36

42

37

46

42

48

42

49

37

46

39

47

44

52

44

53

37

46

39

48

44

52

44

54

38

48

40

49

* KNAUF 60kg/50mm rockwool is recommended.If construction needs to meet high acoustic requirements, please contact KNAUF Hong Kong for Soundshield solutions.

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52

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Clear CavitydB (Rw)

Indcluding InsulationQuiltdB (Rw)

Standard ‘C’ stud partitions

12.5

12.5

15

15

1

2

1

2

75

100

80

110

1

2

1

2

1

2

1

2

50

Board Thickness

(mm)

Number of Layers

Stud size& Gauge

(mm)


(mm)

Fireshieldor

Denseshield(hrs)

All types except Soundshield & Denseshield

12.5

12.5

15

15

1

2

1

2

64

12.5

12.5

15

15

1

2

1

2

75

12.5

12.5

15

15

1

2

1

2

125

150

130

160

100

12.5

12.5

15

15

1

2

1

2

175

200

180

210

1

2

1

2

1

2

1

2

1

2

1

2

150

Dimensions Sound Reduction

DESIGN SOLUTIONS PARTITIONS

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Knauf ‘U’ ChannelsGalvanised steel section for use as the standard head and floor track for partitions, wall linings and ceilings.

Gauge

0.5

0.6

0.7

0.8

2440

3050

2440

3050

2440

3050

2440

3050

2440

3050

2440

3050

2440

3050

50

50

50

50

32

32

35

35

40

40

35

35

40

40

35

35

40

40

Size/Webb(A)

Flange(B)

LengthDimensions (mm)

Gauge

0.6

0.7

0.8

0.9

1.0

2440

3050

2440

3050

2440

3050

2440

3050

3440

3050

2440

3050

2440

3050

2440

3050

2440

3050

2440

3050

64

64

64

64

64

35

35

40

40

35

35

40

40

35

35

40

40

35

35

40

40

35

35

40

40

Size/Webb(A)

Flange(B)


40

A

B

Gauge

0.6

0.8

0.9

1.0

2440

3050

2440

3050

2440

3050

2440

3050

75

75

75

75

35/40

35/40

35/40

35/40

Size/Webb(A)

Flange(B)


Gauge

0.6

0.7

0.8

0.9

1.0

1.2

1.5

2440

3050

2440

3050

2440

3050

2440

3050

2440

3050

2440

3050

2440

3050

100

100

100

100

100

100

100

35/40

35/40

35/40

35/40

35/40

35/40

35/40

Size/Webb(A)

Flange(B)


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Patented design, metal stud with special “spring” effect, China patent registration no: ZL200820075376.9Average 2 to 3 dB increase in weighted sound resistance Rw value compared to standard “C” studSame stiffness and lateral load bearing capacity as standard “C” stud, so similar maximum allowable heightAvailable in 75*50*0.6mm size at the moment, suitable for both single frame and twin frame wall systems

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A

B

Galvanised mild steel angles for use with partitions, column and beam encasements and supended ceilings.

Knauf Angle Sections

Gauge

0.5 25 3000 25

50

90

90

10

10

11

16

Lengths per Pack Kg (Approx)Width

(A)

Length Leg

(B)

Angle

Dimensions (mm) Pack Details

Knauf ‘MW’ Stud

A

B

Galvanised mild steel angles for use with partitions, column and beam encasements and supended ceilings.

Knauf Plastering Angle Section

Gauge

0.4 32 3000 32 90 10 10

Lengths per Pack Kg (Approx)Width

(A)

Length Leg

(B)

Angle

Dimensions (mm) Pack Details

Knauf Rockwool - A semi-rigid slab of rock mineral wool (Size: 1.2m X0.6m,

- Density: 40~200kg/m3 , Thickness: 25~150mm).

- Different facings, densities and sizes are available upon request.

Fire PerformanceKnauf Rockwool is classified as non-combustible to BS 476: Part 4: 1970

Airborne SoundAirborne sound sources produce noise by vibrating the air immediately around the sound sourse.

Typical sources include the human voice, televisions, musical instruments, traffic and sound systems.

Sound AbsorbencyThe sound absorption characteristics of mineral wool make it ideal for use in partitions to assist in absorbing

sound within a cavity.

Tested in a reverberation chamber in accordance with BS EN ISO 354: 2003

Knauf Rockwool

Weight (kg) / Thickness (mm) 125 250 500 1000 2000 4000 NRC

60kg / 50mm 0.25 0.65 1.05 1.10 1.10 0.95 0.98

100kg / 50mm 0.35 0.85 1.10 1.10 1.15 1.10 1.05

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Ready mixed for joint filling and surface finishing by

manual application.

Knauf Ready-Mix Joint Cement

Knauf Paper Joint Tape

Width

52mm 23 / 75 / 150m

Legth

Dimensions (mm)

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AQUAPANEL® CEMENT BOARD INDOOR

AQUAPANEL® Cement Board Indoor

(2 layers)

Knauf CW50 metal profile

Knauf insulation (50 mm)

Vapour barrier (PE foil)

AQUAPANEL® Cement Board Indoor

AQUAPANEL® Maxi Screw

AQUAPANEL® Joint Adhesive (PU)

AQUAPANEL® Interior Primer

Tile adhesive

Ceramic tiles

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2.

3.

4.

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9.

10.

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Create any look you want in your new building or renovationproject - AQUAPANEL® Cement Board Indoor is compatible withalmost any wall covering including:

More design freedom

Approved solution since 2002 with world-wide referencesEcological and safe building material: AQUAPANEL® is certifiedand recommended according to the criteria of the Institute forBuilding Biology in Rosenheim, Germany, report no. 3008-008.100% moisture resistant since inorganic: no risk for mould andmildewVery low moisture- and thermal-expansion of avoids risk ofdamageResistant against limited chemical exposure, like chlorine anddisinfectantsSpecial solutions with AQUAPANEL® Access Doors even forwet areasA1 building material class (EN 13501) - board is non-combustibleSystems fulfil building physical norms and tests or fireresistance and thermal abd sound insulationProven wall system stability; impact resistance classes conformto German standard DIN 4103 (installation ranges 1 and 2)

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Better safety

Faster Return on Investment

Better economically

0.3m R ≥ 1m

0.9m R ≥ 3m

R

Any tile covering: mosaic, ceramic, glass, natural stone likeTravertino (up to 330 x330 mm or 600 x 600 with decouplingsystem)Q1-Q3 finishing with AQUAPANEL® Joint Filler & Skim Coating- white which serves as a substrate for paint, various plastercoatings but also water-repellent wallpapersQ4 finishing with AQUAPANEL® Q4 Finish - for special coatingssuch as Stucco Veneziano and shiny metallic paints in areaswith up to 95% air-moistureLarge monolithic interior wall and suspended ceiling surfaces(with AQUAPANEL® Q4 Finish, there is no need for reinforcingmesh regardless of wall height)

AQUAPANEL® can easily be bent on site for smooth

convex and concave wall or ceiling shapes, and even

cupola constructions.

AQUAPANEL® Cement Board Indoor is a super-fast building material.so it also allows for other building activities to be done in parallel.This means your contractors can get the job done faster and youcan sell and / or rent your building sooner for faster return oninvestment. Moreover, larger effective areas and larger floor spacesallow a more valuable building.

Last minute floor-plan changes are not an issue with AQUAPANEL®.

An AQUAPANEL® Cement Board Indoor wall offers many costadvantages over a traditional wall, and many performanceadvantages over an impregnated gypsum wall in humid ordamp areasJust one layer of cement board needed in tiling applications(instead of two layers with gypsum)No-full surface sealing required in domestic applicationsResistant to mould and mildewCan be bent dry on-site for curved walls/ceilingsHigh impact resistanceSolid Portland cement substrate, easy to transportLong-lasting solution

AQUAPANEL® CEMENT BOARD OUTDOOR

AQUAPANEL®Cement Board enables exciting new building designs

for all types of exterior applications. In fact, many world-leading

architects are already using the system. It has the strength of

brick and block but can also be bent dry on site for perfectly

smooth curved walls and arches. Also, it enables perfectly smooth

monolithic-look for large areas.

What’s more, almost any finishing possible, including:

More design opportunities

Granite stone cladding (open-joint)

Subst. picture for cladding system

(e.g. Eurofox, Nauth)

AQUAPANEL®Joint Filler - grey plus

AQUAPANEL® Tape (10cm)

AQUAPANEL® Maxi Screw

(corrosion-resistant)

AQUAPANEL® Cement Board

Outdoor

AQUAPANEL® Tyvek®StuccoWrapTM

Knauf CW150 metal profile

Knauf UW metal profile

Knauf insulation (140 mm)

Knauf gypsum board (GKF) (2 layers)

1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

6.

7.

8.

9.

10.

Fast construction:

- score and snap

- no pre-drilling

- no drying time

Less foundation work - AQUAPANEL®is as strong as brick and

block but weighs less.

More effective area than the width of brick and block

Lightweight delivery/storage

Just-in-time complete system solution from Knauf

Better thermal-and acoustic insulation properties when

compared to same wall thickness constructed with brick and

block

Building has low energy and resource consumption due to

better thermal insulation

Building biological safety - no dust mildew spores or bacteria

Fast and simple solutions for renovation (no extra statics

requirements)

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Better economically

Approved, certified system solution since 2002 with worldwide

references

100% waterproof and completely inorganic, so there is no

risk of mould or mildew. AQUAPANEL®meets the highest

requirements for a safe and hygienic environment inside

the building - as certified by the German Building Biological

Institute in report number 3006-214.

AQUAPANEL®Cement Board Outdoor is non-combustible,

fulfilling the highest requirements of building material class A1,

according to EN 13501, no fumes and no dropping

An AQUAPANEL®system can be designed to withstand wind

strengths in all geographical areas; solutions for areas with high

seismic activities can also be developed

An AQUAPANEL®system has high mechanical resistance

comparable with brick and block

Better safety

AQUAPANEL®Cement Board Outdoor is a super-fast building

material: no drying time is needed and surface are already even. This

means your constructors can get the job done faster, doing other

building activities in parallel. You can sell and/or rent your building

sooner.

And it is not just the construction stage that is super fast. You

can use the library of certified and proven technical solutions and

technical details to fast-track the planning of your new building.

Other AQUAPANEL®tools and services support the design,

development, prototype mock-up and implementation phases

including calculation of windloads and recommendations on sub-

structure. It all adds up to faster return on investment.

Faster return on investment

Directly-appliedPaint

Mineral render

Brick slips

Ceramic tiles

Note: Where directly-applied finishes are used, the maximum permitted load for tiling

(clinker, ceramic or other) including adhesive is 40 kg per m2.

Surface finish/claddingNatural stone

Aluminium

Brick tiles

Ceramic tiles

Glass facade

Fibre composite boards

Vinyl

Wood

46European technical approvalETA-07/0173 has been issued forAQUAPANEL® Cement Board Indoor.

Heavy dutyOn its own, AQUAPANEL®is strong and rigid and will support up to50 kg of tiles per square metre of wall. But with the AQUAPANEL®

Traverse, light console loads are borne securely up to 1.5 kN/m2

CurvedAQUAPANEL®boards can be bent on-site to create beautifullysmooth, curved walls with a radius of just one metre or larger,Here the stud spacing is 300mm or 312.5mm.

Suspended ceilingSuspended ceilings ensure that installations are secured. Moreover,depending on the construction, they can help improve sound and fireprotection of a building.

For ceilings, take advantage of the economical stud spacing of450 mm via the supended profile arrangement. This specialceiling system uses AQUAOANEL® Q4 Finish as the surface layer.Joint treatment is done with AQUAPANEL® Joint Filler - grey andAQUAPANEL® Tape (10 cm).

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PartitionsrtitionsThe Knauf range of drywall partitions is the result of decades of experience in developing, testing and supporting that meet the needs of the modern building. Quickly