Laying tiles on plasterboard

Plasterboard can be called a universal building material, which is suitable for virtually all - walls, creating decorative partitions, furniture construction, protective structures, and more.But, importantly, what appreciate drywall - the ability to quickly and inexpensively create a perfectly flat surface suitable for facing any materials.Especially good on plasterboard wall falls tiles, but the work of these two materials has its own specifics.In this article we'll show you how to put the tiles on the drywall.

material characteristics

Plasterboard has long been one of the most popular building materials used for decoration.It can be laid on the floor, attach to the wall, and some even and smooth ceilings are obtained from it!The material itself is compressed into the slab plaster powder pasted on both sides of the building with cardboard.In

it no additives, chemicals and other impurities - only natural components.That is why the drywall can be used anywhere - in homes, child care centers, at the workplace and in public buildings.

Sustainability is not the only advantage of the drywall.But we will not list them all, but touch only what is needed directly for laying tiles - smooth surface.As you know, put a tile, you can only perfectly flat surface.Traditionally it was used limestone, gypsum and cement plaster, but in some cases the differences and surface defects are so essential that it is easier and cheaper to cover its gypsum boards than coat with a thick layer of plaster mixture.

For reliable fixing plasterboard pre-established elementary crate of wooden slats or metal profile. remains only screws and screw cover up the gap filler .To start laying tiles on gypsum board can be almost immediately after installation.

Choice plasterboard tile

Gypsum boards are manufactured by dry pressing.The most common plate consists of gypsum and fluff pulp recycled paper on both sides.The thickness of the material may be different, as well as the characteristics of the outer cardboard casing.Conventional products are afraid of water, so the laying of tiles on plasterboard in the bathroom is not possible.For this purpose there is a special kind of material resistant to humidity and temperature changes.

There are two main types of plasterboard:

1. GVL - unlike conventional drywall where cellulosic fibers are on the outside, in GVL paper fibers are uniformly distributed over a plaster "stuffing" and compressed into a single plate.Thus, the material acquires greater strength and higher fire-technical characteristics.After pressing, the sheets are treated with a special mixture of chalking, ie the material does not crumble and does not get dirty, but a lot of dust is produced when cutting.GVL used for walls, dry floor screed, to create a good sound insulation.
   
2. GVLV - gipsovolokonnyh sheets treated hydrophobizator .That they should be used for laying tiles on gypsum board in the bath or kitchen.But despite its low water absorption, the material certainly need a good support in the form ventilation system in the room ( exhaust ventilation bath) and moisture-resistant lining material.

Since the tile is usually placed in areas with high humidity levels, then we are interested in, primarily , gipsovolokonnyh waterproof material.If you want to put the tile on drywall on floor , for example, in the hallway, then for such a relatively dry space, you can use a strong GVL.

Tile adhesive

choice of adhesive is as important as the choice of the drywall, especially when it comes about repairs in the bathroom or in the kitchen.Before you buy, read the instructions for use and a list of the surfaces on which it is possible to use glue.It is best to take special formulations for plasterboard.

today to find the right adhesive is not so difficult - is replete with a wide range of suitable options, and some manufacturers even have a special glue for tiles on plasterboard.What

compositions suitable for:

1. mixes on a cement basis for application to the surface of the paper.
2. elastic tile adhesive for use on tile ( sold in powder form, which be diluted with water to a paste-like consistency).
3. «Liquid Nails» - universal binder based on an aqueous dispersion.Firmly adheres to anything what you want, than and earned a lot of popularity.On sale there are special weather-resistant and water-resistant variants.

Tip: If you bought a glue, which is necessary to mix by yourself, not just a great cook volume - you can not manage to spend it to pour.The best option - get mixed up so much glue that was enough for 1 m square or less.

Technology laying

Tile itself is quite heavy , even if it is of thin decorative coatings.For this The arguments are not each sheet of drywall can withstand its weight.Thin plates with time can bend and deform, and that this did not happen, you need to how to strengthen them.To do this, use the special guide rails.They are mounted on equidistant distance across the wall area.Optimal step installation guide is 40 cm, but if the sheet is too thin, it can be reduced to 25 - 30 cm

guides can be made of wood or metal profiles..They are placed vertically, and is then secured with screws drywall or long clips.To enhance the strength of the wall and in order to avoid deformation joints after tiling drywall can be installed in two layers.That's how come the builders in Western countries, while crate is located just under the bottom layer - between the wall and the boards.

alternative guide can serve as a reinforcing mesh plaster.It not only increases the strength of the base for laying tiles, but also does not allow a cardboard shell drywall swell from moisture from the glue.The best and most reliable solution is to install the plate on crate and strengthen their plaster grid - so you can be sure that the tiles do not fall off the wall under any circumstances.To use a regular grid gluing building PVA and staples.

tile Installation diagram

Before laying tiles on plasterboard with their hands, it is recommended to develop and draw a diagram laying tile, that is to create a detailed drawing of a suitable scale indicating the exact location of each element.This will not only avoid mistakes during installation and see the approximate final result, but also to purchase the exact amount of building materials.Buy a tile is better with a small margin in the case of repair, or if you do not get exactly to saw any element.

By way of sawing.Rarely manage clearly «write» tiles in space without gaps or transoms.Most often be lacking a small piece of tile or ¾.Especially for the occasion better stock Tile .Since you are unlikely to regularly put tile on drywall, it is wiser to buy an elementary manual Tile or rent gear for rent.Even the cheapest Tile allow exactly split wall tile, but for thick flooring products, you will need a device more serious .In addition, no harm will get set sve pA to I punch, with which you can make round holes in tile, for example, wire, fasteners, or sockets.

To quickly calculate how many tiles you need on the wall, measure its (wall) height and length, locate the area and match the result with the size of the selected tile.When calculation takes into account the distance tile joints - it can be from 1 to 3 mm.

If it turns out that the last element in the series enters the 3/4, means start laying tiles on gypsum board should be from the front, placing the cut tile in the corner that is not so conspicuous.If, however, to complete a number of lacks less than half the width of the tiles, the installation should begin with the center of the wall to obtain a uniform cut elements in the corners.So you achieve symmetry and neatness of appearance of the wall.

Bonding of tiles on plasterboard

So, after all the calculations and procurement of necessary materials, you can finally start facing the wall.

Ka to a region of the tile on drywall:

1. On a dry plasterboard tile nobody sticks - at first it is necessary to prepare.To do this, all connecting seams between the sheets of moisture-resistant enclosure, apply putty , I turned to the wall perfectly smooth.Wait for the complete drying putty .The composition should be designed specifically to work with plasterboard, so verify this point the seller.
2. Cover wall primer composition, intended to increase the adhesion with tile adhesive.It will take two coats - coat with a second time only after the first coat has dried (it will take 1,5-2 hours).To work, you will need a paint roller and a short nap or wide paintbrush.
3. When dry primer, prepare the glue (if you need to cook).More again we remind that it is not necessary to mix just a lot of glue, and after you spend serving, wash thoroughly capacity .If you prepare a new adhesive containers with the remains of the previous one, seizes him the ability to dramatically drop.
4. Since the tiles on the wall never laid end to end with the floor, must be attached to a support rail distance, equal to the height of tiles.That is, the bar should like to support the second row from the floor.Before you fix it screws, make a pencil markings, check the horizontal level of the building.
   
5. Begin laying the tiles, according to the selected scheme - or center, or edge of the wall.Lean the first tile on the rail and continue to put these elements vertically or horizontally.Make sure the space between the tiles were filled with a solution of glue, and do not forget to insert plastic spacers crosses.
   promazyvayut back of the tile or wall completely, with no gaps and not regretting solution.If the voids are formed, the adhesion strength is low, and eventually tile in these places can fall off.
   Crosses insert in the joints between the four tiles.They come in different thicknesses - depending on what interval you want to leave.Save on the cross is not necessary, because from them to a greater extent on the accuracy of masonry.
6. When you have laid 4 - 5 horizontal rows, take a break for an hour and a half .During this time, the voltage at the base will be smaller, a little glue grabs and masonry does not collapse under its own weight.
   Always check the evenness of masonry building level.
   
7. You can then continue and close the rest of the wall.In the process between the tiles will exude glue, and it is better to wipe with a damp cloth, because after curing will make it much more difficult.When all the tiles on the wall would leave her a day to complete the adhesive has set.
8. After 24 hours, you can proceed to the final stage - grouting.
   
   Joint compound should choose , based tile colors.In most cases, using a white or light gray grout, as it is the most neutral option.But if you want to be original, you can choose a contrasting color, for example, black tiles with white stitching, red tile - with black , green - yellow with grout.Enough to buy a special pigment, and can be painted in any color seams.
   
   Overwrite joints between the tiles should be flexible rubber spatula.
9. After drying grout (a day) a fine brush promazhte seams waterproof protective lacquer.

All the features of tile on drywall in video format :

Recommendations made

Finally suggest you familiarize yourself with tips from professional builders.These guidelines will help you to understand the first time, ka to a leit tile on drywall.

Helpful Hints:

1. primer for plasterboard better to choose a deep penetration, so that it is completely soaked slab and defended it from moisture and temperature extremes.
2. Always apply two coats of primer, waiting at least an hour between them.
3. Apply primer can be a roller or a flat brush, but for the subsequent laying of tile work best notched trowel .Smooth edge trowel lay the ground on the wall, and her gear spread on by surface to remain smooth grooves.
4. To glue clutched tightly as possible, it should resemble the consistency of thick cream, but not be loose.
5. presses the tiles to the wall hands, and if you work with large tiles, use a rubber mallet or a wooden hammer.

Now you know how to glue the tiles on gypsum board, and we hope that this article will help you to make high-quality and beautiful renovation without the involvement of specialists.