Step 1

INSTALL TRACKS

Install the tracks on the floors, ceilings and columns
where the drywall will be adjoined.

Step 4

Install studs

Install steel studs in the size and spacing indicated:
• Single-Layer Construction: Maximum space studs 600.0mm on center (unless otherwise indicated)

Multiple-Layer Construction: Maximum space studs 600.0mm on center (unless otherwise indicated).

Step 2

Adjust height

Extend partition framing to its full height to structural
supports or substrates above suspended ceilings,
except in places where partitions should terminate at
or just above suspended ceilings. Frame over doors
and openings and frame around the ducts that will
penetrate the partitions above ceiling to provide
support.
For fire-resistance rated partitions, extend height so
that the partition continuous from the floor to the
underside of the structure above. Install bridging if
required.

Step 6 

 Install Drywall

1. Install appropriate type of boards.
2. Make sure boards have the correct side facing
outward.
3. Use the maximum practical board size to minimize
joints.
4. Ensure board surfaces are aligned accurately.
5. Use self-drilling power screws to fix boards to studs
and tracks.
6. Start fixing the boards from center working towards
the edges and corners.
7. Provide angle beads at external corners and push
boards fully and corners.
8. Use continuous lengths of jointing tape set on jointing compound to fill gaps between         boards and cover joints.
9. To have a smooth surface, apply additional compound to board concealed joints, the          heads of fixings and imperfections in the face.

10.Finish by using primer or sealer on the surface.

Step 3

Brace frames

For partition frames that do not extend to the
structure above, brace it with studs of the same size and thickness.
Provide bracing at:

• 150.0mm on center intervals along the length of the partitions.

• Not less than 150.0mm on center from partition ends and corners.

• Door and window openings.