BASELINE®

Gypsum Plasterboard

INTRODUCTION

Used in Gyproc partition and ceiling systems for finishing purpose. Board Colour

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION Ivory face paper

P R O D U C T D ATA S H E E T

Gypsum plasterboard with additives in the core. Gyproc BaseLine® Board range
consists of an aerated gypsum core with other additives encased in, and
firmly bonded to strong paper liners. Gyproc BaseLine® is a plasterboard Board Nominal
that is suitable for dry lining internal surfaces. Length Width
Thickness Density Edge Type
(mm) (mm)
(mm) (kg/m3)
BOARD PERFORMANCE
12.5 624
• Square (SE)
2440 1220
Fire protection • Recessed (RE)
15 680

For the purposes of the national Building Regulations, plasterboard is

designated a ‘material of limited combustibility’ (Approved Document B). APPLICATION AND INSTALLATION
The surfaces of Gyproc BaseLine® are designated Class 0 (for the
purposes of National Building Regulations). General

Sound insulation It is important to observe appropriate health and safety legislation when
working on site i.e. personal protective clothing and equipment, etc. The
Refer to Gyproc BaseLine® literature for information on the sound following notes are intended as general guidance only. In practice,
insulation of building element assembly lined with Gyproc BaseLine®, consideration must be given to design criteria requiring specific project
available to download at www.gyproc.my. solutions.

Reaction to fire Handling

BS 476: Part 4: – Non Manual off-loading of this product should be carried out with care to
Non combustible
combustibility test for materials avoid unnecessary strain.

Index of performance (I) not Cutting

BS 476: Part 6 – Method of test
exceeding 12 and sub-index (i1)
for fire propagation for products
not exceeding 6. This product may be cut using a plasterboard saw or by scoring with a
sharp knife and snapping the board over a straight edge. Holes for
BS 476: Part 7 – Method of test
to determine the classification switch or socket boxes should be cut out before the boards are fixed
Class One using a utility saw or sharp knife. When cutting boards, power and hand
of the surface spread of flame
Thermal insulation
products tools should be used with care and in accordance with the
manufacturers’ recommendations.
*System fire tests reports to BS 476: Part 22, Part 23 (up to 2 hours
protection) are available as per individual system Power tools should only be used by people who have been instructed
and trained to use them safely. Appropriate personal protective
Thermal resistance value, R = from 0.06 ~ 0.1 m2K/W equipment should be used. Proper vacuum equipment should be used in
conjunction with power tools in order to keep work environment dust free
Effect of temperature as much as possible.

Gyproc BaseLine® is unsuitable for use in areas subject to continuously Fixing

damp or humid conditions, i.e. above 70% RH unless intermittent and
must not be used to isolate dampness. Plasterboards are not suitable for Fix boards with decorative side out to receive joint treatment or a skim
use in temperatures above 49°C but can be subjected to freezing plaster finish. Lightly butt boards together. Never force boards into
conditions without risk of damage. position. Install fixings not closer than 13mm from cut edges and 10mm
from bound edges. Position cut edges to internal angles whenever
Effect of condensation possible, removing paper burrs with fine sandpaper. Stagger horizontal
and vertical board joints between layers by a minimum of 600mm.
The thermal insulation and ventilation requirements of National Building Locate boards to the centre line of framing where this supports board
Regulations aim to reduce the risk of condensation and mould growth in edges or ends.
new buildings. However, designers should take care to eliminate all
possibility of problems caused by condensation, particularly in
refurbishment projects.

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Gypsum Plasterboard

Plastering MAINTENANCE

The face (ivory) of Gyproc BaseLine® can be plastered with Gyproc Repair
ProTopTM All Purpose Jointing Compound. There should be a minimum
delay between completion of the lining and the commencement of Minor damage Lightly sand the surface to remove burrs and
plastering. fill flush with Gyproc ProTopTM All Purpose
Jointing Compound. When dry, apply primer
Jointing or sealer to leave the surface ready for
decoration.
Gyproc jointing materials produce durable joint reinforcement and a
smooth, continuous, crack-resistant surface ready for priming and final Deep indents Check the plasterboard core to ensure that it
decoration. A number of jointing specifications are available to suit the resulting from is not shattered. If intact, apply a coat of
board type, method of application, and site preference. impact Gyproc ProTopTM All Purpose Jointing
Compound followed by the procedure for
P R O D U C T D ATA S H E E T

Decoration repairing minor damage as outlined above,

once set/dry.
After the joint treatment has dried, decoration, including any decorator’s
proprietary work, should follow with the minimum delay. Damaged core Remove the damaged area of core. Score
and/or broken the liner approximately 10mm away from the
edges (non- sound plaster around the damaged area, and
performance peel the paper liner away. Apply Gyproc
situations only) ProTopTM All Purpose Jointing Compound to
seal the core and surrounding liner.

Extensive When the damage is more extensive, it may

damage be necessary to replace that area of
plasterboard. It is important that the
replacement board is of the same type as
specified and installed. Cut out the affected
area back to the nearest framing member.
Replace the plasterboard, accurately cutting
and screw fixing the same type and thickness
of plasterboard. Fill edge joints, then tape
and finish in the recommended way. Treat
the finished surface with primer or two coats
of sealer, if previously specified for vapour
control purposes. Redecorate as required.

PRODUCT STANDARDS

BS EN 520: 2004 + A1: 2009 – Gypsum plasterboards, definitions, requirements and test methods.

• Type A: Gypsum plasterboard with a face to which suitable gypsum plasters or decoration may be applied.

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(636775-T)
No. 1, Jalan Sultan Mohamad 4
Kawasan Perindustrian Bandar Sultan Suleiman
42000 Port Klang, Selangor, MALAYSIA
Tel.: +60(3) 3169 5588 · Fax: +60(3) 3169 5600

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