Introduction:

Selecting the right material and methodology to finish internal wall surfaces is the key towards achieving the best desired finish and performance. Saint-Gobain Gyproc gives you such a choice. The options available for internal plastering are: a) Conventional sand cement plaster b) POP c) Gypsum Plaster

Comparison Against Various Attributes

Direct
application		 Line &
level		 Smooth
finish		 Time
saving		 Quality
assurance		 Water
curing		 Shrinkage
cracks
Sand cement Plaster √ – – – – √ √
POP – √ √ – – Does not
require		 √
Gypsum Plaster √ √ √ √ √ Does not
require		 Do not
appear

 

Performance Drivers of Gypsum Plaster

  • Direct Application: Single coat application directly on brick, block & concrete walls
  • Crack Free: Free of shrinkage cracks
  • No Curing: Requires no water curing
  • Light Weight: Density being less, weight of finished product is much lighter
  • High Productivity: Additives impart high coverage resulting in more work in less time and low wastage
  • Time Saving: Results in substantial time saving as compared to conventional plastering methods
  • Ready to use: Easy to apply imparting better cohesiveness and adhesion
  • Fire Protection: They are non-combustible when tested in accordance with BS 476: Part 4: 1970
  • Low Thermal conductivity: Gypsum’s inherent nature helps in energy conservation
  • Thermal resistance: R = 0.07 m²K/W at 13mm thickness