ABSTRACT

Plasters and plasterboards are normally used to provide finishes to internal walls and ceilings. As such they provide additional attributes to the wall or ceiling, such as:

the provision of a suitable surface for decoration

masking unevenness in the background

improving the sound insulation of the element

improving the thermal insulation of the element

improving the fire resistance of the element

reducing condensation by improving the ability of the surface to absorb moisture.