Usg SHEETROCK Gypsum Panels Bedienungsanleitung

SHEETROCK®BrandGypsum Panelsinstallationand finishguide

3 CutoutsFor openings such as an electrical outlet or switch box,measure across from the pointwhere the side edge of thepanel will rest to the near an

TipsFor 1/4, 3/8 and 1/2 thickpanels, use 1-1/4 wallboardnails. For 5/8 panels, use 1-3/8 wallboard nails.Drive nails in straight, not at anangl

TipOn 3/8, 1/2 and 5/8 thickpanels, use 1-1/4 Type WBugle Head Screws for superiorholding power and high resis-tance to popping due to woodshrinka

9WallsApply panels horizontally orvertically to framing. If appliedhorizontally, install top row first.Position first panel tight againstthe installed

10 Corners a. Method 1—DUR-A-BEAD CornerReinforcement Using DUR-A-BEAD CornerReinforcement, apply it to allexterior corners of walls, soffitsand windo

Be careful not to overthincompound. (For outsidecorners, extend compoundapproximately 2 or 50 mmfrom the corner on each side;for inside corners, exte

11 First Coat, Flat JointsStart with butt joints. Apply aneven coat of thinned joint compound for the length of thejoint with a 5 finishing knife.Cen

Keep the blade clean, especiallyof dried bits of compound, toavoid leaving scratches in thewet joint compound as you drawthe knife over it. Discard an

13 First Coat, FastenersFor each fastener depression,apply joint compound with 5knife. Holding the blade almostflush with the panel, draw the jointco

15 Second Coat, Flat Joints andFastenersAllow first coat to dry overnight.Scrape off bumps, ridges andother imperfections with knife.Be careful not to

The best way to obtainsmooth interior surfaceswith SHEETROCK® BrandGypsum Panels is toproperly plan the job—determining materialsand application metho

17 Second Coat, Outside Corners andMetal TrimAllow first coat to dry overnight.Apply second coat with 8 knife,feathering slightly beyond firstcoat.18

When applying earlier coats,minor depressions and grooveswere not a problem. However,do not leave any during theapplication of this final coat orthey

Wet SandingWhen only minimal sanding isneeded, try wet sanding with asponge. It eliminates dust anddoes not scuff the surfacepaper. Use a small-celled

Repairing Damaged PanelsWhen repairing damaged pan-els, the ideal products to use areEASY SAND 90 Joint Compounddescribed on page 4 under“Finishing Pr

c. Apply coat of joint compoundover taped area. Let harden andapply second coat. Sand andprime when dry.3 Repairing Large Cracks (approx. 1/8)a. Trim

b. Slip drywall repair clips ontothe edge of the damaged wall.Position screws about 3/4 infrom the edge and centeredbetween the tabs. This will lineu

Manufactured byUnited States Gypsum Company125 South Franklin StreetChicago, IL 60606TrademarksThe following trademarks usedherein are owned by USGCor

Selecting Materials1SHEETROCK®Brand Regular Gypsum Panels have long edges tapered onthe face side to form a shallow recess to receive joint compound a

Application Products Type W Bugle HeadScrews attach single-layer gypsum panels towood framing. Screwsprovide greater holdingpower than wallboardnails,

Repair Kit8The SHEETROCK®Brand DrywallRepair Kit furnishes everythingyou need (except the drywall)for professional repair of holes:1-lb. bag EASY SAND

Tools Needed• Fasteners– Wallboard nails For 1/4, 3/8 and 1/2thick panels: 1-1/4 nails.For 5/8 thick panels: 1-3/8 nails.– 1-1/4 Type W bugle h

Gypsum Panel Coverage CalculatorSize of PanelsNo. of Panels 4x8 4x10 4x1210 320 sq. ft. 400 sq. ft. 480 sq. ft.11 352 440 52812 384 480 57613 4

To estimate the quantity of fasteners, compound and tape you willneed, use the table below.Fastener/Compound/Tape CalculatorWith this amount Use this

Preparing the Panels1 MarkingPlace panel with light-coloredface paper side up. Measureand mark panel size desired.2 CuttingLine up straightedge with t