Plaster
PLASTERS
Types of Gypsum Plasters
Levelling plasters
Levelling plasters are applied onto uneven background surfaces. The aim of applying this type of plaster is to ensure a level and plumb substrate. These applications normally call for thicker application of product (10mm+). Examples of this type of plaster would be plasters applied to raw brick and block or concrete to obtain a level and/or plumb surface. For use on internal walls only, must not be used externally.
Finishing Plasters
Two types of finishing plasters can be differentiated:
- One Coat Multipurpose
One coat plasters provide levelling and finishing in one application. These plasters are applied onto uneven surfaces. Applying this type of plaster ensures a level and plumb substrate and provides a smooth surface finish. These applications normally call for thicker application of product (10mm+).
Products: Gyproc RhinoLite Projection Plaster One Coat
- One Coat Multipurpose
One coat plasters provide levelling and finishing in one application. These plasters are applied onto uneven surfaces. Applying this type of plaster ensures a level and plumb substrate and provides a smooth surface finish. These applications normally call for thicker application of product (10mm+).
Products: Gyproc RhinoLite Projection Plaster One Coat
Skim Plasters
Skim finishing plasters are applied to even surfaces. These plasters provide a smooth finish to a pre-levelled and plumbed surface.These applications range from fine skim finishes of 2mm to skim finishes of 3-6mm.
Products: Gyproc CreteStone and Gyproc RhinoLite Projection Plaster for RhinoBoard
List of benefits:
- Gypsum plasters superior smooth finish
- Can be floated up to 1 hour after application (does not apply to CreteStone/RhinoLite Projection Plaster for RhinoBoard).
Lightweight
- Sand/cement weight +- 22kg/m2 at 12mm thickness.
- RhinoLite weighs +- 9kg/m2 at 12mm thickness. Results in less effort/m2
- Reduction in transport costs to site.
- Reduction in on-site labour, particularly in high-rise sites. (the weight to be moved around the site or up to various floors has been halved).
- Much more acceptable to artisans as it is easier and lighter to work with.
- In bags – just add clean cold water.
Speed
- Coverage can be achieved up to 50% more rapidly than with sand/cement plaster applied manually.
- RhinoLite is easy to mix, requiring less labour to be ready for application.
- RhinoLite cures more rapidly than sand/cement plaster, reducing waiting time before painting.
- Project costs are reduced, as work is completed in less time.
- Contractors can complete more projects within a year, as time per project is reduced, increasing profitability
Note: All results are based on laboratory trials. All covering capacities were tested under controlled conditions.
OVERVIEW
GYPROC CreteStone is a skim finishing plaster applied with a skim application method, by using a steel trowel. CreteStone is suitable as a skim finishing plaster for application onto low suction-concrete soffits, concrete pre-cast blocks and Gyproc RhinoBoard.
Key Facts
- Do not apply when temperature is below freezing.
- Surfaces to be clean and dust free before application.
- For internal use only.
- Please consult your paint vendor/manufacturer on the correct primer for application onto Gypsum surfaces.
- Application of epoxy paint is not recommended.
- Not for human consumption.
- Store inside on a level surface, off the floor, in a dry place protected from the weather.
OVERVIEW
- GYPROC Rhinolite is range of lightweight gypsum plasters, from base coat to finishing plasters.
- Manufactured for internal application onto a wide range of surfaces, there is a Gyproc Plaster for every application from traditional hand applied skim plastering to machine applied projection.
Key Facts
- Gyproc RhinoLite plasters are suitable for providing high quality interior surfaces and should be used, with the addition of cold water only.
- Types of Gypsum Plasters include; Levelling Plasters, Finishing Plasters, Lightweight and Speed Plasters.
- The Gyproc RhinoLite Range of Plasters include; RhinoLite Multipurpose plaster, RhinoLite Natural Plus Multipurpose plaster and RhinoLite Projection Plaster.
OVERVIEW
- GYPROC RhinoGlide is a smooth setting jointing compound.
- Gyproc RhinoGlide is a quick setting drywall joint filler for patching, bedding and finishing.
- This product has been developed specifically to assist the drywall contractor to complete the jointing on drywall jobs within one day. RhinoGlide is packed in 10kg and 25kg bags.
- It is designed as a filler for plasterboard systems but can also be used as an interior crack filler and for filling rough plaster surfaces prior to painting.
Check List
- Make sure that the Gyproc RhinoGlide is allowed to set thoroughly between coats.
- Check that the screws and metal trims are completely covered with compound.
- Check that all finished joints are smooth and dry for decoration.
- Check surface generally for smoothness and possible unfinished work.
OVERVIEW
- GYPROC RhinoBed is a quality setting adhesive for detailed finishing and fixing and joint filling of Gyproc RhinoArt Cove 75mm and 125mm.
- Gyproc RhinoBed can also be used in the Gyproc Drylining application.
Key Facts
- Use product within 90 minutes after mixing.
- Don’t apply when temperature is below freezing.
- Ambient and background temperature should be between 5-35°C.
- Surfaces to be clean of dust and oil residue before application.
- For internal use only.
- Not for human consumption.
- Store inside on a level surface, off the floor, in a dry place protected from the weather.
- Shelf life: 9 months from date of manufacture.
SINIAT Skimming Solutions
- Offers 25metre square coverage per 40kg (assuming 3mm thickness, application thickness 3 – 13mm)
- Allows setting time of 90 – 120 minutes
- Remains workable for between 45-60 minutes
