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2.1 Stud Walls 2.2 Floors
D R A F T
Generally, all new internal non-load bearing All existing floors to be cleared of loose materials,
partitions and downstands should be dust and debris and cleaned to ensure good
constructed from overall 70mm thick metal stud bond with new finishes. Where deviations in
frame with 12.5mm plasterboard face to both levels are identified, floors are to be ‘made up/
sides. All joints in plasterboard to be taped and levelled’ in an appropriate manner to suit the
filled if required, and must be fully supported floor construction.
by noggins or studs behind, to avoid cracking.
Maximum spacing of studs to be 600mm. Where vinyl flooring is to be laid over cement
Principal Contractors must ensure that the stud screed or concrete floors, the floor layer MUST
centres, depth and specification generally, is fit check moisture levels and satisfy himself that
for purpose, specifically with reference to the they are low enough for the vinyl to be laid
height of partitions required. correctly. If levels are too high then a suitable
and approved DPM should be laid, after
Where metal studwork is used supplementary consultation with the Project Manager and/or
earth bonding will be required. flooring manufacturer. Any subsequent costs for
repair due to high moisture levels will be passed
It is the responsibility of the contractor to to the Main Contractor.
determine where dry linings are required, and
adjust his price accordingly at quotation. The Following installation, all new areas of flooring
contractor is required to provide high quality must be cleaned in line with manufacturer’s
wall finishes which are true and flat, concealing recommendations to remove site dirt/dust and
electrical cables either by chasing into existing any residue of adhesives etc. Once clean,
plaster and fitting of suitable conduits, or by the new flooring must be protected and kept
concealment behind dry lining, again running covered until handover of the completed job.
wires in suitable conduits.
Dry linings, (where required), to perimeter walls
are to be 12.5mm plasterboard on plaster dabs
or suitable metal grounds. Joints in plasterboard
are to be taped and filled as necessary and
must be fully supported to avoid cracking.
Plasterboard surfaces which are to receive a
ceramic tile finish are to be sealed with pva
bonding agent.
NOTE: Partition walls, counter fronts, door frames must
NEVER be butted up tight to glazed windows.
2.1 - 2.2 Stud Walls and Floors 3 February 2016
