Tools Needed

Mixing Bucket, Mixing Drill, Bucket Trowel, Hawk, Finishing Trowel, Wash Brush, Level, Cutting Knife, Tape Measure, Feather Edge, Pad Saw, Plasterboard Rasp.

Materials Needed

Plasterboards, Dry Wall Adhesive.

Step 1 : Preparing your Wall

Give your wall a coat of PVA adhesive and leave to dry.

Step 2 : Prepare your Plasterboards

I always pre cut my boards as this gives you more time with your adhesive. Also mark out on your wall where each plasterboard sits.

Step 3 : Mix Adhesive

Using a hand mixer or power mixer knock your adhesive up in a large mixing bucket.

Step 4 : Dabbing

Regulations state you have to have a continuous line of adhesive for fire regulations. I placed mine at the top and then dabbed around 8 inches apart.

Step 5 : Placing your Plasterboards

Now you have your adhesive on the wall. Place your board into position and slightly tap your board so it adheres to it. Now use your level and see how level your wall is. Using your feather edge, tap in to place until level and flat. Your first board will be the guide for the rest of your wall so it's important that this is done properly. Now place the rest of your boards, wiping any excess adhesive with a damp cloth.

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