USG SHEETROCK Gypsum Panels - Manual (Page 13)

9 Walls
Apply panels horizontally or
vertically to framing. If applied
horizontally, install top row first.
Position first panel tight against
the installed ceiling panel and
fasten to studs. Space nails
maximum 8
Љ apart along
framing, screws 16
Љ apart,
starting in the center of the
panel and working toward the
perimeter. Cut panels accurately
so that they do not have to be
forced into place. Continue
around the room.
Apply lower row of panels so
that tapered edges meet with
those of top row. Vertical joints
should be staggered. Avoid
vertical joints directly above or
below a window, door or other
opening for best decorating
results.
Tips
Use a panel lifter tool to help
install bottom panels. A filler
strip may be needed to bring the
wall to ceiling height. Put the
filler strip at the bottom of the
wall, cut edge down. The bottom
joint usually is hidden by the
baseboard.
To join panels at an inside
corner, butt the second panel
against the first and fasten the
end of the second to a stud.
To join panels at an outside
corner, lap the end of the
second board over the end of
the first. Make sure panels abut
neatly—do not overlap or
extend the end of the second
board beyond the first. Fasten
both panel ends to their com-
mon stud.
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