KNAUF Technical Manual Jan2014

TECHNICAL
MANUAL
PLASTERBOARD SYSTEMS
About Knauf
DISCLAIMER
Products manufactured and systems
designed by Knauf are produced in
accordance with the Building Code
of Australia and relevant Australian
Standards. Plasterboard installation
and construction details in this manual
are a guide only as many aspects of
construction are not comprehensively
covered. Knauf Plasterboard Pty Ltd
Knaufs comprehensive range of quality wall and

ceiling lining products are developed with specic
characteristics to enhance performance and provide
re, water, acoustic and decorative solutions to all
constructions projects.
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products not in accordance with the
This manual provides information

on how to install plasterboard. It
also provides recommendations for best
practices in plasterboard installation.
systems to the Australian
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Contents
1
2
3
KNAUF PRODUCT RANGE

Plasterboard, ceiling panels, cornice and compounds 2
BUILDING WITH PLASTERBOARD
Plasterboard properties, performance and regulations 6
SYSTEMS AND INSTALLATION GUIDE
System descriptions, installation requirements
and construction details
3.1
Internal Walls
3.1.1 Internal Steel Walls
32
3.1.2 Internal Timber Walls
92
3.1.3 Masonry Walls with Plasterboard
143
3.1.4 Wet Areas using Plasterboard
162
3.2
External Walls
3.2.1 External Steel Walls
179
3.2.2 External Timber Walls
197
3.2.3 External Structural Walls
221
3.3
Specialty Walls
3.3.1 Shaft Wall
228
3.3.2 Security Walls
242
3.3.3
Timber Separating Walls (Construction Details only)
245
3.4
Ceilings
3.4.1 Ceilings Under a Floor and Under a Roof
255
3.4.2 Ceiling Attenuation Class Systems
297
3.5
Specialty Ceilings
3.5.1 Steel Stud Ceilings
303
3.5.2 Horizontal Shaft Wall
312
3.6
30
Specialty Systems
3.6.1 Soil and Waste Pipe Acoustic Systems
318
3.6.2 Fire Rated Laminated Vertical Duct
323
3.6.3 Column and Beam Fire Protection
330
3.6.4 Fire Escape Tunnel

3.6.5 X-Ray Shielding Walls and Ceilings
340
345
3.6.6 Curved Walls and Ceilings
364
FINISHING PLASTERBOARD
Levels of nish, back-blocking, jointing and painting 370
System Index
387
1
KNAUF
PRODUCT RANGE
PRODUCT PROPERTIES
Fire Resistant
Water Resistant
Sound Resistant
Impact Resistant
X-Ray Resistant
Interior Design
Air Purifying
Certied by Global GreenTag to

GreenRate Level A
Plasterboard
Thickness Width
(mm)
(mm)
Length
(mm)
Weight*
(kg/m)
Properties
1200 2400 2700 3000 3600 4200 4800 5400 6000

1200
1350
1200
1350
1200
1350
10
6.5
1 Product Range
MastaShield
13
SpanShield
8.5
10
7.0
1200
10
7.4
1350
WaterShield
13
1200
9.7
1200
10
CurveShield
8.4
1350
SoundShield
13
1200
6.5
1200
12.3
1200
4.5
13
10.5
1350
FireShield
1200
16
12.3
1350
13
1200
16
1200
10.7
MultiShield
13
11.5
1350
(up to)
QuadShield
13
1200
ShaftLiner
25
600
GIB X-Block
13
1200
Ceiling Panels
SpanGrid
SpanGrid
Pro-Tech
SpanGrid
Cleancare
12.5
1200
ImpactShield
Thickness Width
(mm)
(mm)
11.7
20
15.3
Length
(mm)
Weight*
(Kg/m)
10
600
7.3
10
600
7.3
13
600
8.4
10
600
7.3
13
600
8.4
Properties
*Weights indicated are nominal.

Special sizes available, minimum order quantity and lead times apply.
Square Edge/Recessed Edge and Square Edge/Square Edge available, minimum order quantity and lead times apply.
Cornice
Width
(mm)
Length
(mm)
Weight*
(kg/lm)
Proles
1200 2400 2700 3000 3600 4200 4800 5400 6000
ClassicLook
75
90
0.78
0.92
1.35
75
2.3
50
1.64
75
2.46
100
2.71
PacicLook
90
2.3
SkyLook
90
2.04
WaveLook
StepLook
Compounds
Type
Jointing
Possible Application
For Each Type of Compound
Bedding
Second
1 Product Range
55
Wet Areas
Under Tiles
Fire Rated
Systems
Finish
Bedding Cement
MastaBase
Setting Powder
MastaLongset
Setting Powder
Finishing Compound
MastaFinish
Air-Drying Premixed
MastaGlide
Air-Drying Premixed
All Purpose Compound

MastaLite
Air-Drying Premixed
MastaCoat3
Air-Drying Premixed
Cornicing
Bedding
Jointing
Cornice and Specialty

Cornice Cement
MastaCove45
Setting Powder
MastaCove75
Setting Powder
MastaSmooth
Setting Powder
MastaFix20
Setting Powder
MastaBlock
Setting Powder
Back-Blocking Only
MastaBond
Adhesive
Masonry Walls Only
MastaGrip
Adhesive
Specialty Compound
Adhesive
Timber
Treated Timber
Steel
*Weights indicated are nominal.
BUILDING WITH
PLASTERBOARD
2.1
Plasterboard Properties
Environmental Benefits
Dimensional Stability
Fire Resistance
Thermal Properties
10
Safety
10
2.2
Care and Use of Plasterboard
11
Storage, Delivery and Handling
11
Condensation and Ventilation
12
External Ceilings
13
Garage Ceilings
15
Exposure to High Humidity
16
Exposure to Excessive Heat
16
2.3
17
Building Requirements and Solutions
Using Products in Systems to Meet Building Requirements
17
Structure
19
Fire Resistance
20
Sound Insulation Performance
22
Wet Areas
26
Specific Requirements
27
Sound Absorption
27
Impact Resistance
28
X-Ray Resistance
29
2.1
ENVIRONMENTAL
BENEFITS
Plasterboard Properties
9
DIMENSIONAL STABILITY 9
FIRE RESISTANCE
THERMAL PROPERTIES
10
SAFETY
10
4
1
INTRODUCTION
Plasterboard is the most
commonly used building
material worldwide
for internal wall and
ceiling linings.
Plasterboard is made from a core 1 of a naturally occurring mineral called

gypsum, also known as calcium sulphate dihydrate or CaSO4.2H2O. The core
is sandwiched between two layers of heavy duty recycled paper 2 . The face
paper is suitable for painting or wallpaper. Plasterboard has square profile cut
ends 3 and long recessed edges 4 to enable easy jointing.
Plasterboard systems provide a wide variety of economical construction solutions
that are recognised for their light weight and high performance.
Knauf manufactures plasterboard to high internal standards which meet
or exceed the requirements of AS/NZS 2588, Gypsum Plasterboard.
Plasterboard must be installed and finished according to the requirements
of AS/NZS 2589:2007, Gypsum linings Application and finishing.
Paper mill
Plasterboard liner
Quarry
Natural Gypsum
Distribution
PlastaMasta
and building sites
Useful Life
End of Life
Plasterboard
Production
Water conservation
and recycling
ENVIRONMENTAL BENEFITS
FIRE RESISTANCE
Plasterboard is an ideal product for sustainable
All plasterboard is naturally fire resistant and
construction. As a light weight building material,
is classified as non-combustible according to the Building
plasterboard reduces transport costs and emissions as well
Code of Australia (BCA) Section C1.12. The core
as the total weight of buildings. Plasterboard is also 100%
slows down the spread of fire by releasing chemically
recyclable, with low embodied energy, and made largely
bound water when heated. This is a similar process to
from a naturally occurring mineral gypsum. Knauf
evaporation and aids cooling.
sources its gypsum from large natural reserves within
FIRE HAZARD PROPERTIES
Australia. The liner paper used to make plasterboard is

biodegradable and made from recycled paper such as
waste newspaper and cardboard.
Fire Hazard Indices have been superseded in the BCA

Section C1.10 by Fire Hazard Properties. Wall and
ceiling materials are required to be tested and classified
The plasterboard manufacturing process operates
with a Group number from 1 to 4, with Group 1 being
under strict environmental guidelines:
the least fire hazardous. Fire hazard properties relate to
Efficient use of energy and water: including heat

recovery and storm water collection
the combustibility of plasterboard, not its performance

in a fire test.
Effective collection and monitoring of dust
The following products are classified as:
Ongoing waste and raw material usage reduction
Group 1:
Minimisation of plant impact on surroundings.
MastaShield
SpanShield
WaterShield
SoundShield
For more information refer to:
FireShield
MultiShield
knaufplasterboard.com.au/sustainability
ImpactShield
QuadShield
DIMENSIONAL STABILITY
AcoustiShield
CurveShield
MastaDeco
ShaftLiner
Plasterboard is dimensionally stable when compared

to other building materials. Two measures
of dimensional stability are listed below:
Thermal coefficient of linear expansion
( ) = 16.7 x 10-6 / C, measured unrestrained
over the temperature range of 3C 32C
Hygrometric coefficient of expansion =
6.5 x 10-6 / %RH, measured unrestrained over
the Relative Humidity (RH) range of 10% 90%.
GIB X-Block
SpanGrid Ceiling Panel Paper Faced.
Group 2:
SpanGrid Ceiling Panel Vinyl Faced.
All Knauf products have an Average Specific Extinction
Area of <250 m2/kg as required by Specification
C1.10a, Clause 3(c) of the BCA.
2.1 Plasterboard Properties
Collecting waste
paper from
urban areas
100% recycled paper
is used for making
plasterboard liner
2.1 Plasterboard Properties
THERMAL PROPERTIES
THERMAL R VALUE
SAFETY
The R-value of plasterboard is a measure of its thermal
Standard plasterboard is not classified as hazardous
insulation ability. Higher numbers indicate
according to the criteria of National Occupational
a better insulator. The values for plasterboard are:
Health and Safety Commission (NOHSC). It is
10mm plasterboard = 0.059 Km2/W
non-toxic and non-flammable.

SPECIFIC HEAT CAPACITY
The specific heat capacity of plasterboard
is the amount of heat energy required to raise
the temperature of 1kg of plasterboard by 1C.
Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) are

available at knaufplasterboard.com.au
or by calling 1300 724 505.
Some plastering compounds have safe
handling requirements. [Refer to the health
and safety information printed on the
compound packaging for details]
The value for plasterboard is 1090 J/kgK.
10
Care and Use

of Plasterboard
2.2
STORAGE, DELIVERY
AND HANDLING
11
CONDENSATION
AND VENTILATION
12
EXTERNAL CEILINGS
13
GARAGE CEILINGS
15
EXPOSURE TO
HIGH HUMIDITY
16
EXPOSURE TO
EXCESSIVE HEAT
16
600mm max
FIGURE 1 Storage of Plasterboard
STORAGE, DELIVERY
AND HANDLING
Plasterboard must be kept
dry and should be stacked
clear of the floor using
supports not more than
600mm apart as shown
in Figure 1.
If outdoor storage is unavoidable,
To help protect plasterboard from
plasterboard and accessories should
absorbing humidity:
be fully protected from the weather.

Plasterboard that has been exposed
to direct sunlight, or has been fixed
and left standing unpainted for long
periods, may become discoloured.
If this happens, it must be sealed
with a stain sealer undercoat
as recommended by the paint
manufacturer.
Avoid open sources of water such

as wet floors
Wrap the plasterboard with plastic
overnight
Provide ventilation
Install soon after delivery
Install during dry weather for
best results.
Reduce the possibility of damage to

plasterboard, arrange delivery to
site immediately before installation.
During delivery, care should be taken
not to damage recessed edges.
Exposure to excessive humidity during
storage can result in plasterboard
becoming damp and soft, and may
appear defective. In this case allow
the plasterboard to dry out and
handle with care during installation.
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CONDENSATION AND VENTILATION

Plasterboard must not be installed until the building is
weatherproof, particularly in coastal areas subject to sea
spray. Complete all exterior doors, walls, windows and
2.2 Care and Use of Plasterboard
the roof before installing plasterboard. Prevent rain from

entering buildings, avoid water on floors or other sources
of open water and allow wet concrete or masonry to dry.
These precautions will reduce excessive humidity that
may be absorbed by timber or unpainted plasterboard
and minimise defects caused by timber shrinkage or
To minimise the effects of condensation:

Use WaterShield, MultiShield or
QuadShield to increase protection
against moisture.
Use moisture barriers, sarking, and insulation.
However, it is important that the right type is
selected for the construction type and that it is
installed correctly. [Refer to the manufacturers
specifications]
moist plasterboard.
Use foil backed insulation under metal roofs as

they are susceptible to forming condensation.
Condensation of water onto either the face or back of the
Install eave vents, gable vents and roof ventilators

in the roof cavity. [See Figure 2]
plasterboard must be avoided. Insufficient protection from

condensation can result in joint distortion, plasterboard
sagging, mould growth and fastener popping.
Many inter-related factors must be taken into account to
control condensation. Good practice is to make use of
wall and ceiling insulation, vapour barriers, and especially
ventilation. Ventilation must be considered for the spaces in
walls, under floors and in particular under roofs.
Remove humidity from bathrooms via an exhaust

fan to the outside.
In hot and humid climates where the building
is air-conditioned below the dew point of the
outside air, the wall and ceiling framing members
and internal linings should be fully protected
by moisture barriers to separate them from the
humid external air. The moisture barriers should
be thermally insulated to maintain them at a
temperature above the dew point.
Use a quality paint system to provide protection
against paint peeling and condensation soaking
into plasterboard and compounds.
FIGURE 2 Condensation and Ventilation
12
EXTERNAL CEILINGS
balconies and breezeways with plasterboard installed

horizontally or sloping away from the main dwelling.
External ceilings are subjected to harsher conditions
than internal ceilings, and therefore they need additional
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
FOR EXTERNAL CEILINGS
Use either 10mm SpanShield, 13mm MastaShield,
10mm or 13mm SoundShield,13mm or 16mm
FireShield, or 13mm ImpactShield.
designed to control the major causes of external ceiling
For improved water resistance, use either 10mm or

13mm WaterShield, 13mm or 16mm MultiShield,
or 13mm QuadShield.
faults which are:
Ceiling framing at maximum 450mm framing centres.
protection from the weather. This extra protection is
Condensation on the plasterboard

Condensation on framing or roof lining and dripping
down onto the plasterboard
Water penetrating the paint system
Distortion of joints
Plasterboard sagging
Mould growth
Fastener popping.
MINIMUM CONDITIONS TO USE PLASTERBOARD
IN EXTERNAL CEILINGS
The plasterboard substrate must be designed for the
appropriate loading conditions including wind loading.
The cavity above the plasterboard ceiling must have
cross ventilation. [Refer to Condensation and Ventilation]
Condensation on the back and front of the
plasterboard lining must be controlled. Use
condensation prevention measures such as, adequate
roof cavity ventilation and thermal insulation. In
particular, foil-backed insulation must be used under a
metal roof.
The plasterboard and compounds must not be
subjected to any direct water, long periods of high
humidity, sea spray or damp conditions.
The plasterboard and compounds must be installed
after the roof covering has been completely installed
and sealed.
Minimum 100mm clearance from external ceiling
lining to lower edge of verandah beam or masonry
lintel, otherwise provide protection against wind blown
rain. [Refer to Figures 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9]
Provide additional framing around the perimeter by

inserting trimmers between ceiling frames or installing
steel angle, or installing additional ceiling battens.
[Refer to Figures 3, 4 and 8]
Fix the ceiling sheets using the Screw Only Method.
Nails are not permitted in this application. [Refer to
Section 3.4.1 for ceiling installation] Additional
screws may be required for high wind areas.
Fix the perimeter of the plasterboard sheets using
screws at 300mm maximum spacing.
Install control joints in at 6m maximum intervals.
Back-block all plasterboard joints. [Refer to
Section 4.2]
Plaster set joints using two coats of MastaBase
or MastaLongset and any Knauf finish coat.
Roll or brush on a high quality sealer undercoat
designed for exterior use.
Use a premium exterior paint system that includes
a mould inhibitor.
Please note that plasterboard must not be installed
in eaves or as exterior cladding.
Thermal insulation is recommended directly

above the plasterboard. This will minimise the
temperature difference between the plasterboard and
outside air, limiting ceiling sag and mould formation
by reducing condensation on the plasterboard.
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External ceilings include alfresco areas, carports,
Insert trimmers between ceiling

frames for perimeter sheet support.
Fix plasterboard to trimmers at
300mm max centres.
FIGURE 3 Perimeter Trimmers

External ceilings
Trimmer around perimeter
Wood trim
100mm min clearance
Verandah beam
FIGURE 5 External Ceilings

With wood trim
Install angle for perimeter sheet

support. Fix plasterboard to angle
at 300mm max centres. Fix angle
to verandah beam at 600mm max
centres and 100mm from ends.
FIGURE 4 Perimeter Angle

External ceilings
Cornice cement
100mm min clearance
Flexible sealant
Verandah beam

With cornice
Ceiling batten
Casing bead (Rondo
P03/P05/P07/P08)
100mm min clearance

Verandah beam

With casing bead
Edge moulding
100mm min clearance
Verandah beam

With edge moulding on battens
Wood trim
100mm min
clearance

With wood trim to masonry lintel
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GARAGE CEILINGS
Garage ceilings are subject to conditions that are more
demanding than in other parts of the home. This is the
Fix the ceiling sheets using the Screw Only Method or

the One Third Fixing Method. [Refer to Section 3.4.1
for ceiling installation]
case even when garages are located under the same

roof as the rest of the home. Garages have large doors
that when open let in rain and strong wind. Cars are
garaged wet and they are not normally heated spaces.
These factors call for a more durable installation to avoid
future maintenance issues.
MINIMUM CONDITIONS TO USE PLASTERBOARD
IN GARAGE CEILINGS
The plasterboard framing must be designed for
the appropriate wind loading conditions.
The cavity above the plasterboard ceiling must
have cross ventilation. [Refer to Condensation
and Ventilation]
Provide additional framing around perimeter by

inserting trimmers between ceiling frames or installing
steel angle. [Refer to Figures 10 and 11]
Fix the perimeter of the sheets using screws at 300mm
maximum spacing.
Avoid windy conditions during and immediately after
installation to ensure adhesive sets intact.
Back-block all plasterboard joints. [Refer to Section 4.2]
Roll or brush on a high quality sealer undercoat
designed for exterior use.
Use a premium exterior paint system that includes
a mould inhibitor.
Insert trimmers between ceiling

frames for perimeter sheet
support. Fix plasterboard to
trimmers at 300mm max centres.
Install angle for perimeter sheet

support. Fix plasterboard to angle
at 300mm max centres. Fix angle
to top plate at 600mm max
centres and 100mm from ends.
FIGURE 10 Perimeter Trimmers

Garage ceilings
FIGURE 11 Perimeter Angle

Garage ceilings
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INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
FOR GARAGE CEILINGS
EXPOSURE TO HIGH HUMIDITY
EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE HEAT
Ceilings in rooms such as indoor swimming pools and
Plasterboard is an ideal building material for normal
communal showers are subject to long periods of high
ambient temperatures. It is not suitable for long periods
relative humidity (above 90%). The use of plasterboard
at elevated temperatures such as installed near fireplace
on these ceilings is not guaranteed by Knauf.
flues or chimneys. FireShield is no exception. It is
WaterShield, MultiShield or QuadShield completely

covered with a waterproof membrane complying
designed to slow down a fire, not to resist constant

elevated temperatures.
with AS/NZS 4858:2004 may be used for walls
The effect of high temperatures on plasterboard
in rooms subject to long periods of high relative
is to chemically dehydrate the core. This process
humidity. Vertical junctions and wall to floor junctions
generally begins at around 80C but can occur
must also be waterproof. [Refer to Section 3.1.4 for
at lower temperatures under certain conditions.
installation of wet areas]
AS/NZS 2589:2007, Gypsum linings Application
For rooms with intermittent periods of high relative

humidity such as bathrooms, WaterShield, MultiShield
or QuadShield may be used. In these rooms a source
and finishing, states that plasterboard must not be

exposed to temperatures above 52C for prolonged
periods.
of ventilation is required to enable removal of excess
Heat generating appliances have installation instructions
moisture, such as an open window or exhaust fan.
for the correct distances between plasterboard linings

and heat sources. The Building Code of Australia
(BCA) also has requirements for installation of heating
appliances.
GLASS OR STAINLESS STEEL SPLASHBACK
For compliance with AS 5601-2004 Gas Installations.
Clearance to Glass or Stainless Steel
Splashback is Less Than 200mm*
No plasterboard product may be used behind a glass or
stainless steel splashback without tiles. Any plasterboard
may be used if it is behind ceramic tiles of minimum
5mm thickness.
Clearance to Glass or Stainless Steel
Splashback is 200mm or More
Any plasterboard product may be used. The wall
surface must still be covered with a glass or stainless
steel splashback.
* The minimum clearance from the gas burner to the splashback must be 140mm.
Clearance is measured from the edge of the nearest burner to the glass or
stainless steel.
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Building Requirements
and Solutions
2.3
USING PRODUCTS IN
SYSTEMS TO MEET BUILDING
REQUIREMENTS
17
STRUCTURE
19
FIRE RESISTANCE
20
SOUND INSULATION
PERFORMANCE
22
WET AREAS
26
SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS 27
Sound Absorption
Impact Resistance
X-Ray Resistance
27
28
29
USING PRODUCTS
IN SYSTEMS TO
MEET BUILDING
REQUIREMENTS
Knauf offers systems for
a large variety of building
requirements.
Rw 35
Rw 47
FIGURE 12 Two Systems with Different Configurations

but Using the Same Products
Both systems in Figure 12 use exactly the same products but have a significant difference
in acoustic performance. The system on the left has Rw of 35, while the system on the
right has Rw of 47. There is a large difference in the performance between these two
wall systems as a result of the type of construction.
Fire protection
Wet areas
Aesthetics
Sound insulation
Impact resistance
Noise absorption
X-ray shielding
These systems are composed
System performance relies on
of plasterboard and jointing
following the correct installation
compounds, along with framing
details such as stud spacing and fixing
and other specified materials such
centres, as well as using the nominated
as adhesives, sealants, screws and
components such as plasterboard,
insulation. While the products alone
compounds, studs and insulation.
do not provide performance, using
Even small details like sealing gaps
them in the complete assembled
can have a large effect on system
system will. Always check that the
performance. Variations in construction
building solution you have selected
or materials may reduce a systems fire
complies with the requirements of the
and acoustic rating, structural capacity
Building Code of Australia (BCA).
or other aspects of performance.
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2.3 Building Requirements and Solutions
STEEL COMPONENTS
Minimum densities for insulation nominated in Knauf
Unless otherwise stated, systems in this manual

were designed using steel components manufactured
by Rondo Building Services Pty Ltd. Alternative
components may only be used:
In accordance with the respective manufacturers
literature, or
If their performance is equivalent or better and they
comply with the relevant standard.
TIMBER COMPONENTS
Unless otherwise stated, systems in this manual were
designed using grade MGP10 timber.
Timber is a natural product and its dimensions vary
with changes in surrounding moisture. Timber should be
allowed to reach equilibrium with its surroundings before
lining it with plasterboard. The equilibrium moisture
content of timber is usually 10-14%.
FASTENERS
Green timber and certain treated timbers such as
Copper Chromium Arsenate (CCA) are corrosive to steel
components, especially in combination with moisture.
systems are listed in the following table.

Insulation Description
Minimum Density
(kg/m3)
50mm EarthWool
11
50mm Glasswool Semi-Rigid
32
75mm EarthWool
11
110mm Glasswool
11
50mm Polyester
65mm Polyester
75mm Polyester
100mm Polyester
10
Insulations with a nominated R value have no restrictions

on density or thickness.
FIBRE CEMENT
Systems in this manual that include fibre cement were
tested and evaluated using James Hardie fibre cement
products.
Select appropriate fasteners for the conditions by

consulting the manufacturer.
Corrosion Class
of Fastener
Application
General internal use
High humidity internal use
External environments
Marine environments
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FRAME DESIGN
Frame Fasteners
AS 1170.0 Structural Design Actions General Principles
Ensure fasteners used to fix top and bottom track/plate
defines the loads that a structure is subjected to.
are appropriate for the Uniform Distributed Load (UDL)
Wall and ceiling system framing must be designed

according to the relevant standard:
AS 1684 Residential Timber Framed Construction
AS 1720 Timber Structures
AS 4100 Steel Structures
AS/NZS 4600 Cold Formed Steel Structures
on walls. At 600mm fastener centres and UDL of:

0.25 kPa, the fasteners must withstand a shear load
of 0.75 kN
0.35 kPa, the fasteners must withstand a shear load
of 1.1 kN.
External Walls and Ceilings
Frame design of external wall systems must consider
NASH Standard for Residential and Low-rise Steel

Framing, Part 1
local environmental loading conditions and applied
AS 3623 Domestic Metal Framing
Design Actions General Principles]
AS/NZS 2785 Suspended Ceilings.

The Wood Solutions Technical Design Guides are
a good source for timber framed construction
including fire rated construction details.
vertical load on the studs. [Refer to as 1170.0 Structural
Control Joints
Control joints allow for any building movement resulting
from influences such as moisture migration, loading,
structural movement and foundation settlement. Cracks
in plasterboard and plasterboard joints should be
Internal Walls and Ceilings

All internal wall systems and wall height tables
eliminated by using control joints and the correct

installation techniques.
published in this manual comply with the relevant section
Control joints must be installed in plasterboard walls
of Building Code of Australia (BCA) Specification C1.8.
and ceilings at:
Wall heights for fire rated systems have been verified

by independent fire engineers.
Maximum 12 metre intervals

Control joints in the structure
As a minimum, all internal wall systems published
Any change in the substrate material.
in this manual comply with the deflection under the

Uniformly Distributed Load (UDL) requirements from
Distance between control joints may need to be reduced
BCA Specification C1.8. The allowable deflection
to less than 12 metres due to conditions such as large
under a static pressure of 0.25 kPa must be less
temperature or humidity variations.
than either the wall height 240 or 30mm.

Some applications have additional requirements
such as the walls of shafts and fire isolated exits.
Unusually strong wind loading conditions such as those
experienced in tall buildings may require internal walls
and ceilings to be designed to higher pressures than
the standard 0.25 kPa. [Refer to BCA]
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STRUCTURE
FIRE RESISTANCE
FIRE TERMS AND DEFINITIONS
Fire Resistance Level
Fire systems are rated to withstand a fire under test conditions for a certain period of time. This time is known as the
Fire Resistance Level (FRL) and consists of the three criteria listed below:
60 / 60 / 60
FIGURE 1
STRUCTURAL ADEQUACY
The ability to maintain
stability and adequate
kg
load bearing capacity
kg
as determined by
AS 1530.4
INTEGRITY
The ability to resist the
passage of ames and hot
gases as specied by
AS 1530.4
INSULATION
The ability to maintain a
temperature over the whole
of the unexposed surface
below that specied
by AS 1530.4
kg
during a fire test, the system did not fail for 60 minutes
RESISTANCE TO INCIPIENT SPREAD

OF FIRE (RISF)
for each of the criteria.
Resistance to the Incipient Spread of Fire (RISF) is the
Figure 1 above shows FRL of 60/60/60. This means that
A dash in FRL means no requirement for that criterion.

For example, 90// means there is no requirement
for Integrity and Insulation. Structures such as non-load
bearing walls do not have FRL requirement for Structural
Adequacy, for example /60/60.
ability of a ceiling to limit the temperature rise in the

ceiling cavity [shown below]. The RISF is a requirement
of the BCA in specific applications. It is aimed at
preventing flashover, which is when a fire starts
spontaneously due to high temperatures. The RISF for
Knauf fire rated ceilings are stated in the system tables.
Fire testing is carried out in accordance with

AS 1530.4 Methods for fire tests on building
materials, components and structures. All fire rated
plasterboard systems in this manual have been the subject
of a report by a registered testing authority.
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Acceptable Variations
to Fire Rated Systems
SMOKE WALLS
Fire rated systems must be built according to the
from one side of a wall to the other. A smoke wall must be
installation instructions in Section 3. However, there
built from non-combustible materials such as plasterboard,
are some variations allowed that will not degrade the
jointing compounds, steel studs, glasswool insulation,
performance of the system:
mineral bre insulation and re sealant.

Doors and windows used in smoke walls must comply
Increasing stud size or metal thickness
with requirements in the BCA Specification C2.5. Ducts
Adding noggings to support xtures or services
through the smoke wall must use a smoke damper, unless
Decreasing stud spacing
the duct is part of the smoke handling system and is
Decreasing fastener spacing
required to function during a re.
Substituting 13mm FireShield with 13mm MultiShield

or 13mm ImpactShield or 13mm QuadShield
Class 9a Health-Care Buildings
Substituting 16mm FireShield with 16mm MultiShield

Adding additional linings to a system up to a weight
of 20 kg/m2 and no thicker than 25mm. This includes
bre cement board up to 9mm thick and plasterboard
up to 25mm thick. For load bearing walls, the load per
stud must include the extra lining.
Smoke walls in Class 9a buildings must extend up to:

The oor above, or
A non-combustible roof covering, or
A ceiling having a RISF of 60 minutes.
Class 9c Aged-Care Buildings
Plasterboard used for smoke walls in Class 9c buildings
Modifications to Fire Rated Systems
must have a thickness of at least 13mm. Smoke walls in
Fire rated systems are often modied by the installation of:
Class 9c buildings may also be lined on one side only
Fire rated inspection hatches
and must extend up to:
Fire rated power points
The oor above, or
Fire rated light ttings
A non-combustible roof covering, or
Fire rated doors
A jointed plasterboard ceiling with a minimum

thickness of 13mm with all penetrations sealed.
Fire dampers
Electrical cables
Metal or plastic pipes
Other re rated penetrations.
It is the responsibility of the manufacturer of these
components to ensure that the re and acoustic properties
PLASTERBOARD TO RESIST FIRE
of the plasterboard system are maintained.
Knauf recommends the installation of FireShield,
[Some modifications are detailed in Section 3].
MultiShield, ImpactShield or QuadShield wall and
Any modication not covered in this manual must be
ceiling systems to control the spread of re. These
according to the relevant manufacturers instructions.
specially formulated products contain additives

that improve the natural re resisting properties
of plasterboard.
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Increasing cavity width
The purpose of a smoke wall is to prevent smoke passing
SOUND INSULATION PERFORMANCE
insulation and noise absorption. This Section explains
Ln,w + Ci
Impact Sound Insulation Rating
common sound insulation terms. [Noise absorption is
Ln,w + Ci describes how easily impact sound travels
addressed later in this Section]
through a wall or oor. Impact sound is generated by
ACOUSTIC TERMS AND DEFINITIONS

Rw
Weighted Sound Reduction Index
sources such as dryers, washing machines and heeled
There are two types of acoustic functions: sound
Rw describes the airborne sound insulating power of

a building element. It is a laboratory measured value
that can apply to walls, ceiling/oors, ceiling/roofs,
doors or windows. The higher the number, the greater
the sound insulating power of the building element.
shoes on a wooden oor.

Unlike Rw values, better performing walls or oors have
lower values. Therefore when specied, Ln,w + Ci values
are maximums while Rw values are minimums. For
example, the BCA requires some oors to have
_ 62.
Ln,w + Ci <
Impact Sound Insulation
For example, an increase in the Rw of a wall by 10
Walls that have Impact Sound Insulation are dened
points will reduce the perceived loudness of sound
in the BCA as walls that do not have any rigid
passing through the wall by about half. Table 1 shows
mechanical connection between two separate leaves
how the sound insulating effectiveness of walls depends
except at the perimeter.
on their Rw or Rw + Ctr values.

Rw + Ctr
Rw Plus Spectrum Adaptation Term
Rw + Ctr is equal to Rw with the addition of a low
frequency sound correction, Ctr. The use of Rw + Ctr has
been adopted due to the increase in low frequency sound
sources such as surround sound systems, trafc and aircraft
noise, drums and bass guitars.
Systems in this manual that satisfy this BCA requirement

are staggered stud plasterboard walls with no noggins,
and walls that use resilient mounts.
Impact Sound Insulation with Discontinuous
Construction
Discontinuous Construction is dened in the BCA as
walls that have a gap of at least 20mm between two
separate leaves. Double stud plasterboard walls are
Two walls can have the same Rw rating but have
classed as discontinuous. [Refer to the BCA for a
different resistance to low frequency sound, thus
complete definition]
a different Rw + Ctr.
DnTw and DnTw + Ctr
Measured On-Site
TABLE 1 Effect of Various Walls on Sound Insulation

Performance
Effect of Different Values of Rw and

Rw + Ctr on Sound Insulation Performance
Rw
Rw+ Ctr
measured on-site. Rw is the value measured in an acoustic
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22
Normal speech can be heard easily
laboratory, while DnTw is measured on-site.
30
25
Loud speech can be heard easily
35
28
Loud speech can be heard but not understood
42
35
Loud speech heard as murmur
BCA may call for an Rw + Ctr 50, the same requirement
45
38
Must strain to hear loud speech
may be satised by measuring DnTw + Ctr 45 on-site.
48
40
Loud speech can be barely heard
53
44
Loud speech can not be heard
63
55
Music heard faintly, bass notes thump
70
60
Loud music still heard very faintly
These values are the equivalent of Rw and Rw + Ctr, but
An on-site measured value of DnTw + Ctr is permitted to

be 5 points lower than the Rw + Ctr value. Where the
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ACOUSTIC REQUIREMENTS
TABLE 2 BCA Acoustic Requirements For Sole Occupancy Units (SOU)
Impact
Sound Insulation
Building Class 1 NSW, VIC, QLD, TAS, WA, SA and ACT

Walls separating a bathroom, toilet, laundry or kitchen and a habitable room (other than
a kitchen) in adjoining SOUs.
Rw + Ctr 50
Walls separating SOUs in all other cases.
Rw + Ctr 50
Walls or ceilings separating a duct, soil, waste or water supply pipe or storm water pipe
from a habitable room.
Rw + Ctr 40
from a kitchen, bathroom or other non-habitable room.
Rw + Ctr 25
Discontinuous
Building Class 2 & 3 NSW, VIC, QLD, TAS, WA, SA and ACT
Walls separating habitable rooms in adjoining SOUs.
Rw + Ctr 50
Walls separating kitchens, toilets, bathrooms and laundries in adjoining SOUs.
Rw + Ctr 50
Walls between a bathroom, toilet, laundry or kitchen and a habitable room (other than a
kitchen) in adjoining SOUs.
Rw + Ctr 50
Walls between a SOU and a public corridor, public lobby, stairway or the like or parts of
a different classication.
Rw 50
Walls between a SOU and a plant room or lift shaft.
Rw 50
Discontinuous
Discontinuous
Rw + Ctr 40
from a kitchen or other non-habitable room.
Rw + Ctr 25
Floors between SOUs and between a SOU and a plant room, lift shaft, stairway, public corridor,
public lobby or the like, or parts of a different classication.
Rw + Ctr 50
Lnw + Ci 62
Walls separating a bathroom, toilet, laundry or kitchen and a habitable room (other than
a kitchen) in adjoining SOUs.
Rw 50
Walls separating SOUs in all other cases.
Rw 45
Walls or ceilings separating a soil or waste pipe from a habitable room.
Rw 45
Walls or ceilings separating a soil or waste pipe from a kitchen, bathroom or other
non-habitable room.
Rw 30
Floors between SOUs.
Rw 45
Building Class 1, 2 and 3 Northern Territory
Building Class 9c All Australian States and Territories

Walls separating SOUs from a kitchen or laundry.
Rw 45
Walls and oors separating SOUs and walls separating SOUs from a bathroom, toilet,
plant room or utilities room.
Rw 45
Rw + Ctr 40
from a kitchen or other non-habitable room.
Rw + Ctr 25
Discontinuous
Table 2 is not intended as a substitute for the BCA. [Refer to the BCA for the full details of acoustic requirements]
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Airborne Sound
Insulation
ACOUSTIC REQUIREMENTS
Performance requirements of the BCA relating to sound
HIGHER ACOUSTIC REQUIREMENTS
transmission and insulation can be satised by one of
Where performance is critical or noise is higher
the following three options:
than normal, accredited acoustic engineers should
1. Deemed-to-Satisfy Construction
be consulted. Their role is to ensure that design and
Construct a wall or ceiling system that complies with the
construction will meet any specic requirements.
deemed-to-satisfy provisions of the BCA Specification F5.2
Acoustic predictions for systems not published in Knauf
2. This section of the BCA details generic systems that
technical literature can often be generated by acoustic
satisfy the acoustic BCA requirements. However in general,
modelling software. Contact Technical Services for an
more efcient solutions can be found in this manual.
acoustic prediction based on the Knauf product range.
2. Laboratory Test or Acoustic Engineering

Construct a wall or ceiling system with an acoustic rating
from this manual. The systems in this manual were either
laboratory tested according to the relevant acoustic testing
standard or were given an Acoustic Opinion made by
Day Design Pty Ltd consulting acoustical engineers of
Sydney NSW, or Marshall Day acoustic software.
The Association of Australian Acoustical Consultants

(AAAC) offer detailed guidance on acceptable acoustic
performance. They have published their own star rating
system. Ratings range from 2 to 6 stars and are based
on eld testing by an AAAC consultant to verify that they
have been achieved. More information about AAAC Star
Ratings for apartments and townhouses is available at
Acoustic testing laboratories are designed to ensure
www.aaac.org.au
that anking paths do not occur. Tested partition systems

are constructed with extreme care to achieve optimum
ACOUSTIC TESTING AND

ACTUAL PERFORMANCE
performance. For these reasons, on-site performance
Attention to detail during construction is important for
may be different to laboratory performance.
achieving good acoustics, as performance is governed
3. On-Site Testing
by the weakest link in the system. Performance of
Conduct on-site acoustic testing on a wall or ceiling

system. This is a verication method accepted by the
BCA to conrm the performance requirements are met.
Also the effectiveness of the complete installed system
can be veried by on-site acoustic testing.
installed acoustic systems may fall short of laboratory

measured results. Acoustic measurements in a typical
laboratory test represent the maximum performance that
can be achieved. Meticulous care goes into laboratory
installation of the system.
Actual site conditions are usually less than ideal and
sound anking paths normally exist around the perimeter
of the system. Flanking paths may be minimised by
sealing the perimeter with acoustic sealant, including
behind the cornice and by installing services using
acoustically rated details.
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DESIGNING FOR ACOUSTIC PERFORMANCE

Acoustic performance is easier and cheaper
to achieve if it is considered before construction begins.
Selection of appropriate systems to limit sound

transmission and/or sound reverberation
SOUNDSHIELD FOR
SUPERIOR NOISE CONTROL
Thoughtful design of the building layout
Knauf recommends the installation of SoundShield
Consideration of anking paths.
wall and ceiling systems to minimise noise from
Good acoustic design includes:
aircraft, trafc and neighbours.

Flanking paths are ways sound can travel around
barriers, such as through windows, ceiling cavities,
SoundShield is a plasterboard with enhanced
under doors and along services.
acoustic qualities. SoundShield has a super
ACOUSTIC PERFORMANCE OF WALL PARTITIONS

Acoustic performance listed in systems tables may vary
due to decreased stud spacing and increased steel stud
high-density* core which helps to resist the

transmission of noise into rooms.
*The denser the plasterboard, the better it will resist
sound transfer.
thickness (BMT) to our tested systems. Acoustic performance

may also vary due to any additional linings on battens or
on separate stud walls.
The sound insulating capability of a basic wall
or ceiling system can be upgraded by using
a combination of:
SoundShield
Multiple plasterboard layers
Insulation
Resilient mounts
Resilient channel
Larger size studs
Double stud walls
Staggered stud walls
Rondo Quiet Stud.
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WET AREAS
The BCA requires wet area construction to protect
the occupants from dangerous or unhealthy conditions,
and to protect the building from damage. Acceptable

construction for wet areas is detailed in the BCA and
Australian Standard AS 3740-2004, Waterproofing
of Wet Areas within Residential Buildings.
WaterShield, MultiShield and QuadShield are all water
resistant plasterboards. The installation of these products
in accordance with Section 3.1.4 of this manual
complies with the requirements for wet areas from
AS 3740 and the BCA.
MultiShield and QuadShield are water resistant
plasterboards that are also re resistant and can
be substituted for FireShield in all systems.
WATER RESISTANT PLASTERBOARD

FOR WET AREAS
Knauf recommends the installation of WaterShield to
resist moisture in wet areas like showers, bathrooms
and laundries. For areas that require a re rating
as well as water resistance Knauf recommends a
MultiShield and QuadShield system.
WaterShield, MultiShield and QuadShield are ideal
substrates for tiles as they are dimensionally stable.
WaterShield, MultiShield and QuadShield are

manufactured to high internal standards that meet
or exceed the requirements for water resistant
gypsum board within Australian Standard
AS 2588, Gypsum Plasterboard.
WaterShield, MultiShield and QuadShield are water
resistant, however they are not waterproof. Direct contact
with water over time must be avoided and if plasterboard
has been water damaged, replace it.
Precautions against condensation listed in Section 2.2
Condensation and Ventilation must be followed. For
external use of plasterboard [Refer to Section 2.2
External Ceilings].
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SOUND ABSORPTION
Together with the protective mat glued to the back
Hard surfaces reect sound and can create noisy rooms
of the board, the perforations in the Knauf acoustic
or halls. Noise absorbing systems with NRC rating
boards are designed to absorb sound. The higher the
control noise by reducing sound reections.
rate of perforation, the higher the sound absorption
The Noise Reduction Coefcient (NRC) is the term used to
performance and NRC value.
rate a system for its ability to absorb sound. The higher the
NRC value, the better the sound absorption of the system.
Noise Reduction Guidelines
Noise Reduction
Coefficient
Room or Area
0.65
Foyers, waiting rooms, restaurants, shops

and cafes.
0.65 0.85
Laboratories, theatres, ofces, plant rooms,

audiological rooms.
FOR NOISE REDUCTION AND AESTHETICS

Knauf recommends the installation of an acoustic
plasterboard to increase sound absorption in noisy
areas such as in hotels and restaurants.
The advantages of using Knauf acoustic plasterboard
Knauf acoustic plasterboard can be used on walls
include:
and ceilings to achieve Noise Reduction Coefcients

as high as 0.85. Available in a range of unique
Excellent sound absorption (controlling reection)
patterns, it adds to the design.
Control reverberation time

A unique aesthetic appearance provided
by superior quality perforations
A smooth nished surface provided
by recessed edges
Prevention of dust emission and improved sound
absorption due to the protective mat xed to the back
of the plasterboard.
MINERAL FIBRE
ONE THIRD OCTAVE RMS LEVEL [dBSPL]

[THE HUMAN VOICE]
60
55
1
0.8
50
0.6
THE HUMAN VOICE
45
40
AcoustiShield
Frequency range where

e human
voice is strongest and frequencies
r
at
which Knauf acoustic plasterboard
effectively absorbs sound
n
35
30
125
250
500
0.4
0.2
0
1000
2000
ABSORPTION
[ACOUSTISHIELD AND MINERAL FIBRE]
1.2
65
4000
Source: Knauf Internal Testing

Mineral Fibre ceiling tile (1200x600x20mm) on ceiling grid with plenum of 25cm (NRC 0.95).
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SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
Areas subject to wear and tear need special consideration
Hard body tests were carried out by dropping a steel
to reduce damage and maintenance costs. High trafc and
ball from different heights and measuring the depth of the
wear areas are commonly found in:
indentation caused by the impact. Hard body tests simulate

loads such as a trolley or swinging a heavy suitcase.
Shopping centres
Educational facilities
Hotels
Airports
Two conditions were measured for each of these tests:
Correctional centres
Hospitals
The damage on the face and back of wall lining
Garages
Home gyms
The depth of indentation.
Corridors
Rumpus rooms.
The benets of ImpactShield and QuadShield include:
Testing of Impact Resistant Linings
High resistance to marks, scores, dents and holes:
Both soft and hard body impact tests were used
Twice as tough and hard as standard 13mm

plasterboard
to measure the performance of various wall linings.

The results are displayed in the graphs below.
Economical and easy to repair.
Average Fall Height of Soft Body mm)
First damage on face of wall lining
13mm ImpactShield and 13mm QuadShield can be

substituted for 13mm FireShield in any system and will
600
maintain re and acoustic performance.

500
ImpactShield and QuadShield are not intended to
400
safeguard against damage from deliberate attack with
BETTER
300
heavy tools or in areas where heavy moving machinery
200
may contact the walls (e.g. unprotected forklift operating
100
areas). Consider the following to minimise damage in
0
10mm
13mm
16mm
Standard
Standard
Fire Rated
Plasterboard Plasterboard Plasterboard
6mm
Fibre
cement
9mm
Fibre
Cement
high wear areas:
13mm
ImpactShield
Make thoroughfares as wide as practical
WALL LINING
Install doorstops on all door openings.

2400mm fall height
Indentation on wall lining
1200mm fall height
*additional cracking present around indentation
*
*
FOR IMPACT RESISTANCE

1
BETTER
Hard Body Indentation (mm)
IMPACT RESISTANCE
Knauf recommends the installation of ImpactShield

and QuadShield to minimise wear and tear in high
trafc areas.
13mm Standard
Plasterboard
16mm
Fire Rated
Plasterboard
6mm
Fibre
Cement
9mm
Fibre
Cement
13mm
Impactshield
WALL LINING
Soft body tests were carried out by swinging a sand lled
ImpactShield and QuadShield are impact resistant

plasterboards reinforced with a continuous
breglass mesh embedded in a high density core.
bag into a test wall according to BCA Specification C1.8

with studs at 600mm centres. Soft body tests simulate the
kind of loads applied to a wall system by the human body.
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X-RAY RESISTANCE
Medical X-ray diagnostic rooms require the use of protective
barriers to shield operators and occupants of adjacent areas
The level of shielding required depends on:

X-ray workload and frequency of use
Direction of X-ray beam, voltage of X-ray tube, number
of exposures and X-ray current
GIB X-BLOCK
FOR RADIATION SHIELDING
Knauf recommends the use of GIB X-Block systems
Occupancy and usage of areas adjacent to X-ray suites
to provide X-ray radiation protection in medical
Position of the X-ray unit and the controls in the room
X-ray diagnostic rooms within medical facilities
The dimensions of the room housing the equipment.
and dental clinics.
Protection usually takes the form of X-ray absorbing sheet
GIB X-Block is a lead-free plasterboard system with
material on the walls of the room in which equipment is
high levels of barium sulphate which provides an
operated, together with suitably shielded windows and
effective radiation barrier. It eliminates the need for
doors. X-ray shielding may also be required on the oors
costly and complex installation procedures usually
and ceilings of X-ray facilities in multi-storey buildings.
associated with installing lead based lining solutions.
X-ray Resistance Energy Levels
GIB X-Block systems use GIB X-Block Jointing
X-ray radiation is measured in kilovolts peak (kVp).
Compound, a compound specically designed to
Depending on the type of radiation equipment used
give lead equivalent joints on walls and ceilings
in the room, diagnostic facilities will have different
using GIB X-Block plasterboard.
requirements for shielding:

CT 120-140 kVp
Every Australian State and Territory has specic
General radiographic rooms 60-90 kVp
requirements for radiation shielding of diagnostic medical
Dental 60-80 kVp
facilities. A Health Physicist or Radiation Consultant will be
Mammography 25-35 kVp
involved in projects to ensure that the local requirements for

radiation shielding are fullled, according to the regulations
Other facilities such as nuclear medicine suites may use

higher energy X-rays or different types of radiation and
additional shielding may be necessary. The level and
of the State or Commonwealth.

The advantages of using GIB X-Block Shielding systems are:
quality of radiation differs between applications, therefore
Lead free and environmentally friendly
a Health Physicist must always be involved in determining
Easy to install and joint as standard plasterboard
the shielding requirements for X-ray diagnostic facilities.
Enhances other important performance requirements

such as noise control and re ratings
Eliminates the need for backing joints with lead strips.
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against unacceptable levels of X-ray radiation.
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SYSTEMS AND
INSTALLATION GUIDE
System descriptions, installation

requirements and construction details.
3.1
Internal Walls
32
92
143
3.1.4 Wet Areas using Plasterboard
162
3.2
External Walls
179
197
221
3.3
Specialty Walls
3.3.1 Shaft Wall
228
242
3.3.3
Timber Separating Walls (Construction Details only)
245
3.4
Ceilings
3.4.1 Ceilings Under a Floor and Under a Roof
255
3.4.2 Ceiling Attenuation Class Systems
297
3.5
Specialty Ceilings
303
312
3.6
Specialty Systems
318
3.6.2 Fire Rated Laminated Vertical Duct
323
330

340
345
364
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3.1.1
Internal Steel Walls
SYSTEMS
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Non-Fire Rated Systems

MastaShield
SoundShield
Fire Rated Systems
33
33
38
44
INSTALLATION
64
General Requirements
Framing
Maximum Wall
Height Tables
Plasterboard Layout
Plasterboard Fixing
64
65
CONSTRUCTION
DETAILS
66
68
69
76
INTRODUCTION
Internal steel walls are used
in commercial applications
such as ofce buildings and
apartment blocks. They are
light weight, quick to install,
and the components are
easy to deliver on site.
This section includes
systems, installation
instructions and construction
details for general and re
rated internal steel walls.
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QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE

For walls surrounding Sole Occupancy Units (SOUs)
Acoustic Requirement
Fire Rating
System
Page
Rw 45
/60/60
/90/90
/120/120
KSW310
KSW315
KSW312
44
51
44
Rw 50
/60/60
/90/90
/120/120
KSW345
KSW345
KSW312
53
53
44
Rw 50 and Impact Sound

Insulation
/60/60
/90/90
/120/120
KSW320
KSW325
KSW322
55
57
55
Rw 50 and Discontinuous
Construction
/60/60
/90/90
/120/120
KSW330
KSW335
KSW332
59
61
59
Rw + Ctr 50
/60/60
/90/90
/120/120
KSW322
KSW322
KSW322
55
55
55
Rw + Ctr 50 and
Discontinuous Construction
/60/60
/90/90
/120/120
KSW335
KSW335
KSW336
61
61
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NON-FIRE RATED
WALL LINING: [Side 1] 1 layer of 10mm MastaShield

[Side 2] 1 layer of 10mm MastaShield
FRAME:
Steel studs at maximum 600mm centres
[10mm MastaShield may be substituted with 10mm WaterShield]
FRL
/ /
Stud Depth
Stud BMT
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0.5
0.75
0.5
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.75
1.15
64
76
92
150
Max height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Non-Load
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
Bearing Studs
at 450mm
at 600mm
2.77
2.91
3.33
3.93
4.17
3.70
4.43
4.65
4.54
4.83
5.11
6.55
7.22
Width
(mm)
3.02
3.20
3.58
4.18
4.46
4.02
4.78
5.07
4.85
5.27
5.62
7.14
7.75
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
65mm
Polyester
TSB3/ASB3
75mm
Polyester
14 kg/m
71
33 (24)
37 (29)
37 (29)
84
33 (24)
39 (30)
38 (30)
96
33 (24)
39 (30)
39 (30)
39 (30)
112
33 (25)
40 (31)
40 (31)
40 (31)
170
35 (25)
43 (33)
42 (32)
43 (33)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-33
SYSTEMS: Non-Fire Rated
Stud Size
(mm)
KSW11
[Side 2] 2 layers of 10mm MastaShield
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
FRL
//
Stud Depth
Stud BMT
51
0.5
0.75
0.5
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.75
1.15
64
76
92
150
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Non-Load
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
Bearing Studs
at 600mm
at 450mm
2.77
2.91
3.33
3.93
4.17
3.70
4.43
4.65
4.54
4.83
5.11
6.55
7.22
Width
(mm)
3.02
3.20
3.58
4.18
4.46
4.02
4.78
5.07
4.85
5.27
5.62
7.14
7.75
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
65mm
Polyester
TSB3/ASB3
75mm
Polyester
14 kg/m
81
37 (28)
42 (34)
42 (34)
94
38 (29)
43 (34)
43 (34)
106
38 (29)
44 (35)
44 (35)
44 (35)
122
38 (29)
45 (35)
45 (35)
45 (35)
180
40 (29)
48 (38)
48 (38)
48 (38)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-33
KSW12
WALL LINING: [Side 1] 2 layers of 10mm MastaShield
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
FRL
//
Stud Depth
Stud BMT
51
0.5
0.75
0.5
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.75
1.15
64
76
92
150
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Non-Load
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
Bearing Studs
at 600mm
at 450mm
2.77
2.91
3.33
3.93
4.17
3.70
4.43
4.65
4.54
4.83
5.11
6.55
7.22
3.02
3.20
3.58
4.18
4.46
4.02
4.78
5.07
4.85
5.27
5.62
7.14
7.75
Width
(mm)
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
65mm
Polyester
TSB3/ASB3
75mm
Polyester
14 kg/m
91
40 (31)
47 (37)
47 (37)
104
41 (32)
48 (37)
48 (37)
116
41 (32)
49 (39)
49 (38)
49 (39)
132
42 (32)
50 (40)
50 (40)
50 (40)
190
44 (36)
53 (44)
52 (43)
53 (44)
KSW10
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-33
33
KSW15
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
FRL
//
Stud Depth
Stud BMT
51
0.5
0.75
0.5
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.75
1.15
64
76
92
150
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Non-Load
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
Bearing Studs
at 450mm
at 600mm
3.20
3.32
3.72
4.22
4.43
4.13
5.02
5.22
4.94
5.50
5.75
6.99
7.54
3.42
3.57
3.93
4.43
4.69
4.41
5.33
5.57
5.21
5.89
6.19
7.52
8.04
Width
(mm)
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
65mm
Polyester
TSB3/ASB3
75mm
Polyester
14 kg/m
77
33 (26)
41 (33)
41 (32)
90
34 (26)
42 (33)
41 (32)
102
34 (26)
43 (33)
42 (33)
43 (33)
118
35 (27)
43 (33)
43 (33)
43 (33)
176
37 (27)
45 (37)
45 (36)
45 (37)
No Insulation
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
65mm
Polyester
TSB3/ASB3
75mm
Polyester
14 kg/m
90
39 (31)
46 (36)
45 (36)
103
39 (31)
47 (37)
47 (37)
115
40 (31)
47 (37)
47 (37)
47 (37)
131
40 (31)
49 (39)
48 (39)
49 (39)
189
42 (32)
50 (42)
50 (42)
50 (42)
No Insulation
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
65mm
Polyester
TSB3/ASB3
75mm
Polyester
14 kg/m
103
42 (33)
50 (40)
50 (40)
116
43 (33)
51 (41)
51 (41)
128
44 (34)
52 (43)
52 (43)
52 (43)
144
44 (34)
53 (44)
53 (44)
53 (44)
202
47 (39)
54 (47)
54 (47)
54 (47)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-33
KSW16
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
FRL
//
Stud Depth
Stud BMT
51
0.5
0.75
0.5
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.75
1.15
64
76
92
150
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Non-Load
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
Bearing Studs
at 600mm
at 450mm
3.20
3.32
3.72
4.22
4.43
4.13
5.02
5.22
4.94
5.50
5.75
6.99
7.54
3.42
3.57
3.93
4.43
4.69
4.41
5.33
5.57
5.21
5.89
6.19
7.52
8.04
Width
(mm)
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-33
KSW17
Frame:
Stud Size
(mm)
FRL
//
Stud Depth
Stud BMT
51
0.5
0.75
0.5
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.75
1.15
64
76
92
150
34
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Non-Load
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
Bearing Studs
at 600mm
at 450mm
3.20
3.32
3.72
4.22
4.43
4.13
5.02
5.22
4.94
5.50
5.75
6.99
7.54
3.42
3.57
3.93
4.43
4.69
4.41
5.33
5.57
5.21
5.89
6.19
7.52
8.04
Width
(mm)
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-33
Stud Size
(mm)
Stud Depth
FRL
//
64mm stud in
92mm track
76mm stud in
92mm track
92mm stud in
150mm track
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud BMT
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 600mm
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 450mm
0.5
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
2.375
2.83
3.51
2.61
3.00
3.60
2.74
3.19
3.75
2.59
3.19
3.87
2.80
3.32
4.00
2.99
3.48
4.12
Width
(mm)
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
65mm
Polyester
TSB3/ASB3
75mm
Polyester
14 kg/m
112
33 (26)
42 (31)
42 (31)
43 (32)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-33
112
33 (26)
42 (31)
42 (31)
43 (32)
Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant
170
34 (26)
44 (32)
44 (32)
45 (33)
No Insulation
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
65mm
Polyester
TSB3/ASB3
75mm
Polyester
14 kg/m
122
37 (29)
47 (35)
47 (35)
48 (36)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-33
122
37 (29)
47 (35)
47 (35)
48 (36)
Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant
180
38 (29)
49 (38)
49 (38)
50 (39)
No Insulation
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
65mm
Polyester
TSB3/ASB3
75mm
Polyester
14 kg/m
132
42 (33)
52 (42)
51 (42)
52 (43)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-33
132
42 (33)
52 (42)
51 (42)
52 (43)
Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant
190
44 (34)
53 (45)
53 (45)
54 (46)
KSW21
FRAME:
Staggered steel studs at maximum 600mm centres [300mm staggered]
Stud Size
(mm)
Stud Depth
FRL
//
64mm stud in
92mm track
76mm stud in
92mm track
92mm stud in
150mm track
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud BMT
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 600mm
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 450mm
0.5
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
2.375
2.83
3.51
2.61
3.00
3.60
2.74
3.19
3.75
2.59
3.19
3.87
2.80
3.32
4.00
2.99
3.48
4.12
Width
(mm)
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
KSW22
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
Stud Depth
FRL
//
64mm stud in
92mm track
76mm stud in
92mm track
92mm stud in
150mm track
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud BMT
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 600mm
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 450mm
0.5
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
2.375
2.83
3.51
2.61
3.00
3.60
2.74
3.19
3.75
2.59
3.19
3.87
2.80
3.32
4.00
2.99
3.48
4.12
Width
(mm)
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
35

FRAME:
KSW20
KSW25
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
Stud Depth
FRL
//
64mm stud in
92mm track
76mm stud in
92mm track
92mm stud in
150mm track
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud BMT
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 600mm
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 450mm
0.5
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
2.375
2.83
3.51
2.61
3.00
3.60
2.74
3.19
3.75
2.65
3.27
3.93
2.84
3.38
4.08
3.03
3.53
4.19
Width
(mm)
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
65mm
Polyester
TSB3/ASB3
75mm
Polyester
14 kg/m
118
35 (27)
45 (33)
44 (33)
45 (34)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-33
118
35 (27)
45 (33)
44 (33)
45 (34)
Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant
176
36 (28)
46 (36)
46 (36)
47 (37)
No Insulation
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
65mm
Polyester
TSB3/ASB3
75mm
Polyester
14 kg/m
131
40 (32)
50 (40)
49 (40)
50 (41)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-33
131
40 (32)
50 (40)
49 (40)
50 (41)
Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant
180
42 (33)
51 (44)
51 (44)
52 (45)
No Insulation
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
65mm
Polyester
TSB3/ASB3
75mm
Polyester
14 kg/m
144
44 (35)
54 (46)
53 (46)
54 (47)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-33
144
44 (35)
54 (46)
53 (46)
54 (47)
Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant
202
47 (37)
55 (49)
55 (48)
56 (49)
KSW26
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
Stud Depth
FRL
//
64mm stud in
92mm track
76mm stud in
92mm track
92mm stud in
150mm track
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud BMT
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 600mm
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 450mm
0.5
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
2.375
2.83
3.51
2.61
3.00
3.60
2.74
3.19
3.75
2.65
3.27
3.93
2.84
3.38
4.08
3.03
3.53
4.19
Width
(mm)
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
KSW27
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
Stud Depth
FRL
//
64mm stud in
92mm track
76mm stud in
92mm track
92mm stud in
150mm track
36
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud BMT
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 600mm
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 450mm
0.5
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
2.375
2.83
3.51
2.61
3.00
3.60
2.74
3.19
3.75
2.65
3.27
3.93
2.84
3.38
4.08
3.03
3.53
4.19
Width
(mm)
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
KSW210
Stud Depth
Stud BMT
51
0.5
0.75
0.5
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.75
1.15
FRL
//
64
76
92
150
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Non-Load
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
Bearing Studs
at 450mm
at 600mm
2.77
2.91
3.33
3.93
4.17
3.70
4.43
4.65
4.54
4.83
5.11
6.55
7.22
3.02
3.20
3.58
4.18
4.46
4.02
4.78
5.07
4.85
5.27
5.62
7.14
7.75
Width
(mm)
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
65mm
Polyester
TSB3/ASB3
75mm
Polyester
14 kg/m
71
33 (26)
41 (33)
41 (33)
84
34 (26)
42 (33)
42 (33)
96
34 (26)
43 (34)
42 (34)
43 (34)
112
35 (27)
43 (34)
43 (34)
43 (34)
170
37 (27)
46 (36)
45 (36)
46 (36)
No Insulation
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
65mm
Polyester
TSB3/ASB3
75mm
Polyester
14 kg/m
81
39 (31)
46 (37)
46 (36)
94
39 (31)
46 (37)
46 (37)
106
40 (31)
48 (37)
47 (37)
48 (37)
122
40 (31)
49 (39)
48 (39)
49 (39)
180
42 (32)
50 (42)
50 (42)
50 (42)
No Insulation
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
65mm
Polyester
TSB3/ASB3
75mm
Polyester
14 kg/m
91
43 (33)
50 (40)
50 (40)
104
43 (33)
51 (42)
51 (42)
116
44 (34)
52 (43)
52 (43)
52 (43)
132
45 (34)
53 (44)
53 (44)
53 (44)
190
47 (39)
54 (47)
54 (47)
54 (47)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-33
Stud Size
(mm)
KSW211
WALL LINING: [Side 1] 1 layer of 10mm SoundShield
[Side 2] 2 layers of 10mm SoundShield
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
FRL
//
Stud Depth
Stud BMT
51
0.5
0.75
0.5
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.75
1.15
64
76
92
150
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Non-Load
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
Bearing Studs
at 600mm
at 450mm
2.77
2.91
3.33
3.93
4.17
3.70
4.43
4.65
4.54
4.83
5.11
6.55
7.22
3.02
3.20
3.58
4.18
4.46
4.02
4.78
5.07
4.85
5.27
5.62
7.14
7.75
Width
(mm)
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-33
KSW212
WALL LINING: [Side 1] 2 layers of 10mm SoundShield
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
FRL
//
Stud Depth
Stud BMT
51
0.5
0.75
0.5
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.75
1.15
64
76
92
150
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Non-Load
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
Bearing Studs
at 450mm
at 600mm
2.77
2.91
3.33
3.93
4.17
3.70
4.43
4.65
4.54
4.83
5.11
6.55
7.22
3.02
3.20
3.58
4.18
4.46
4.02
4.78
5.07
4.85
5.27
5.62
7.14
7.75
Width
(mm)

[Side 2] 1 layer of 10mm SoundShield
FRAME:
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-33
37
KSW240

FRAME:
Rondo QUIET STUDS at maximum 600mm centres
Stud Size
(mm)
Stud Depth
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud BMT
FRL
//
92
0.55
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 600mm
3.70
No
noggings
Width
(mm)
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 450mm
4.02
No
noggings
No Insulation
112
36 (30)
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
65mm
Polyester
TSB3/ASB3
75mm
Polyester
14 kg/m
45 (35)
45 (35)
46 (36)
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
65mm
Polyester
TSB3/ASB3
75mm
Polyester
14 kg/m
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-12
KSW241
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
Stud Depth
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud BMT
FRL
//
92
0.55
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 600mm
3.70
No
noggings
Width
(mm)
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 450mm
4.02
No
noggings
No Insulation
122
42 (36)
52 (42)
51 (42)
52 (43)
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
65mm
Polyester
TSB3/ASB3
75mm
Polyester
14 kg/m
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-12
KSW242
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
Stud Depth
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud BMT
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 600mm
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 450mm
0.55
3.70
No
noggings
4.02
No
noggings
FRL
//
92
38
Width
(mm)
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
132
47 (39)
56 (47)
56 (47)
57 (48)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-12
KSW215
FRL
//
Stud Depth
Stud BMT
51
0.5
0.75
0.5
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.75
1.15
64
76
92
150
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Non-Load
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
Bearing Studs
at 600mm
at 450mm
3.20
3.32
3.72
4.22
4.43
4.13
5.02
5.22
4.94
5.50
5.75
6.99
7.54
3.42
3.57
3.93
4.43
4.69
4.41
5.33
5.57
5.21
5.89
6.19
7.52
8.04
Width
(mm)
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
65mm
Polyester
TSB3/ASB3
75mm
Polyester
14 kg/m
77
36 (29)
45 (37)
45 (36)
90
37 (29)
45 (37)
45 (37)
102
37 (30)
46 (37)
46 (37)
46 (37)
118
38 (30)
47 (39)
47 (39)
47 (39)
176
41 (31)
48 (42)
48 (42)
48 (42)
No Insulation
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
65mm
Polyester
TSB3/ASB3
75mm
Polyester
14 kg/m
90
42 (34)
50 (40)
49 (40)
103
43 (34)
51 (42)
50 (42)
115
44 (34)
51 (43)
51 (43)
51 (43)
131
45 (35)
52 (44)
52 (44)
52 (44)
189
47 (37)
53 (47)
53 (47)
53 (47)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-33
Stud Size
(mm)
KSW216
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
FRL
//
Stud Depth
Stud BMT
51
0.5
0.75
0.5
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.75
1.15
64
76
92
150
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Non-Load
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
Bearing Studs
at 600mm
at 450mm
3.20
3.32
3.72
4.22
4.43
4.13
5.02
5.22
4.94
5.50
5.75
6.99
7.54
3.42
3.57
3.93
4.43
4.69
4.41
5.33
5.57
5.21
5.89
6.19
7.52
8.04
Width
(mm)
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-33
KSW217
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
FRL
//
Stud Depth
Stud BMT
51
0.5
0.75
0.5
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.75
1.15
64
76
92
150
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Non-Load
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
Bearing Studs
at 600mm
at 450mm
3.20
3.32
3.72
4.22
4.43
4.13
5.02
5.22
4.94
5.50
5.75
6.99
7.54
3.42
3.57
3.93
4.43
4.69
4.41
5.33
5.57
5.21
5.89
6.19
7.52
8.04
Width
(mm)
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
65mm
Polyester
TSB3/ASB3
75mm
Polyester
14 kg/m
103
46 (40)
54 (46)
54 (46)
116
47 (41)
55 (47)
55 (47)
128
48 (41)
55 (48)
55 (48)
55 (48)
144
49 (42)
55 (49)
55 (49)
55 (49)
202
51 (44)
56 (52)
56 (51)
56 (52)

FRAME:
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-33
39
KSW245

FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
Stud Depth
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud BMT
FRL
//
92
0.55
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 600mm
4.13
No
noggings
Width
(mm)
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 450mm
4.41
No
noggings
No Insulation
118
42 (35)
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
65mm
Polyester
TSB3/ASB3
75mm
Polyester
14 kg/m
50 (42)
50 (42)
51 (43)
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
65mm
Polyester
TSB3/ASB3
75mm
Polyester
14 kg/m
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-12
KSW246
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
Stud Depth
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud BMT
FRL
//
92
0.55
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 600mm
4.13
No
noggings
Width
(mm)
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 450mm
4.41
No
noggings
No Insulation
131
47 (40)
55 (47)
55 (47)
56 (48)
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
65mm
Polyester
TSB3/ASB3
75mm
Polyester
14 kg/m
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-12
KSW247
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
Stud Depth
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud BMT
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 600mm
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 450mm
0.55
4.13
No
noggings
4.41
No
noggings
FRL
//
92
40
Width
(mm)
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
144
52 (45)
59 (53)
59 (53)
60 (54)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-12
KSW220
Stud Depth
FRL
//
64mm stud in
92mm track
76mm stud in
92mm track
92mm stud in
150mm track
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud BMT
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 600mm
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 450mm
0.5
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
2.375
2.83
3.51
2.61
3.00
3.60
2.74
3.19
3.75
2.59
3.19
3.87
2.80
3.32
4.00
2.99
3.48
4.12
Width
(mm)
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
65mm
Polyester
TSB3/ASB3
75mm
Polyester
14 kg/m
112
35 (28)
45 (33)
44 (33)
45 (34)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-33
112
35 (28)
45 (33)
44 (33)
45 (34)
Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant
170
37 (28)
46 (36)
46 (36)
47 (37)
No Insulation
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
65mm
Polyester
TSB3/ASB3
75mm
Polyester
14 kg/m
122
40 (32)
50 (40)
49 (40)
50 (41)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-33
122
40 (32)
50 (40)
49 (40)
50 (41)
Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant
180
42 (33)
51 (44)
51 (44)
52 (45)
No Insulation
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
65mm
Polyester
TSB3/ASB3
75mm
Polyester
14 kg/m
132
44 (35)
54 (46)
54 (46)
55 (47)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-33
132
44 (35)
54 (46)
54 (46)
55 (47)
Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant
190
47 (37)
55 (49)
55 (49)
56 (50)
KSW221
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
Stud Depth
FRL
//
64mm stud in
92mm track
76mm stud in
92mm track
92mm stud in
150mm track
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud BMT
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 600mm
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 450mm
0.5
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
2.375
2.83
3.51
2.61
3.00
3.60
2.74
3.19
3.75
2.59
3.19
3.87
2.80
3.32
4.00
2.99
3.48
4.12
Width
(mm)
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
KSW222
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
Stud Depth
FRL
//
64mm stud in
92mm track
76mm stud in
92mm track
92mm stud in
150mm track
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud BMT
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 600mm
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 450mm
0.5
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
2.375
2.83
3.51
2.61
3.00
3.60
2.74
3.19
3.75
2.59
3.19
3.87
2.80
3.32
4.00
2.99
3.48
4.12
Width
(mm)
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
41
Stud Size
(mm)

FRAME:
KSW225

FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
Stud Depth
FRL
//
64mm stud in
92mm track
76mm stud in
92mm track
92mm stud in
150mm track
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud BMT
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 600mm
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 450mm
0.5
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
2.375
2.83
3.51
2.61
3.00
3.60
2.74
3.19
3.75
2.65
3.27
3.93
2.84
3.38
4.08
3.03
3.53
4.19
Width
(mm)
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
65mm
Polyester
TSB3/ASB3
75mm
Polyester
14 kg/m
118
40 (32)
48 (40)
48 (40)
49 (41)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-33
118
40 (32)
48 (40)
48 (40)
49 (41)
Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant
176
42 (33)
49 (43)
49 (43)
50 (44)
No Insulation
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
65mm
Polyester
TSB3/ASB3
75mm
Polyester
14 kg/m
131
44 (36)
52 (46)
52 (46)
53 (47)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-33
131
44 (36)
52 (46)
52 (46)
53 (47)
Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant
180
46 (37)
53 (48)
53 (48)
54 (49)
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
65mm
Polyester
TSB3/ASB3
75mm
Polyester
14 kg/m
KSW226
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
Stud Depth
FRL
//
64mm stud in
92mm track
76mm stud in
92mm track
92mm stud in
150mm track
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud BMT
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 600mm
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 450mm
0.5
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
2.375
2.83
3.51
2.61
3.00
3.60
2.74
3.19
3.75
2.65
3.27
3.93
2.84
3.38
4.08
3.03
3.53
4.19
Width
(mm)
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
KSW227
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
Stud Depth
FRL
//
64mm stud in
92mm track
76mm stud in
92mm track
92mm stud in
150mm track
42
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud BMT
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 600mm
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 450mm
0.5
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
2.375
2.83
3.51
2.61
3.00
3.60
2.74
3.19
3.75
2.65
3.27
3.93
2.84
3.38
4.08
3.03
3.53
4.19
Width
(mm)
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
144
49 (42)
58 (51)
59 (51)
59 (52)
144
49 (42)
58 (51)
59 (51)
59 (52)
202
51 (43)
59 (53)
59 (53)
60 (54)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-33
Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant
FIRE RATED
WALL LINING: [Side 1] 1 layer of 13mm FireShield

[Side 2] 1 layer of 13mm FireShield
FRAME:
[13mm FireShield can be substituted with 13mm MultiShield or 13mm ImpactShield or 13mm QuadShield]
FRL
/60/60
30/30/30
rated from
both sides
Fire Report
FAR3210
FAR3230
Stud Depth
Stud BMT
51
0.5
0.75
0.5
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.75
1.15
64
76
92
150
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Non-Load
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
Bearing Studs
at 600mm
at 450mm
3.20
3.32
3.72
4.22
4.43
4.13
5.02
5.22
4.94
5.50
5.75
6.99
7.54
3.42
3.57
3.93
4.43
4.69
4.41
5.33
5.57
5.21
5.89
6.19
7.52
8.04
Width
(mm)
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
65mm
Polyester
TSB3/ASB3
75mm
Polyester
14 kg/m
77
36 (28)
43 (34)
43 (34)
90
36 (28)
44 (35)
102
37 (28)
45 (35)
44 (35)
45 (35)
118
38 (29)
46 (36)
45 (36)
46 (36)
176
39 (29)
47 (40)
47 (40)
47 (40)
44 (35)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-33
Use 50mm
Glasswool
Semi-Rigid
to achieve
45 (36)
SYSTEMS: Fire Rated
Stud Size
(mm)
KSW311
[Side 2] 2 layers of 13mm FireShield
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
FRL
/90/90
30/30/30
rated from
both sides
Fire Report
FAR3210
FAR3230
Stud Depth
Stud BMT
51
0.5
0.75
0.5
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.75
1.15
64
76
92
150
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Non-Load
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
Bearing Studs
at 600mm
at 450mm
3.20
3.32
3.72
4.22
4.43
4.13
5.02
5.22
4.94
5.50
5.75
6.99
7.54
3.42
3.57
3.93
4.43
4.69
4.41
5.33
5.57
5.21
5.89
6.19
7.52
8.04
Width
(mm)
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
65mm
Polyester
TSB3/ASB3
75mm
Polyester
14 kg/m
90
41 (33)
48 (39)
48 (39)
103
42 (33)
49 (39)
49 (39)
115
42 (33)
50 (40)
50 (40)
50 (40)
131
43 (33)
51 (42)
50 (42)
51 (42)
189
45 (35)
52 (45)
52 (45)
52 (45)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-33
KSW312
WALL LINING: [Side 1] 2 layers of 13mm FireShield
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
FRL
/120/120
90/90/90
rated from
both sides
Fire Report
FAR3210
FAR3230
Stud Depth
Stud BMT
51
0.5
0.75
0.5
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.75
1.15
64
76
92
150
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Non-Load
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
Bearing Studs
at 600mm
at 450mm
3.20
3.32
3.72
4.22
4.43
4.13
5.02
5.22
4.94
5.50
5.75
6.99
7.54
3.42
3.57
3.93
4.43
4.69
4.41
5.33
5.57
5.21
5.89
6.19
7.52
8.04
Width
(mm)
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
65mm
Polyester
TSB3/ASB3
75mm
Polyester
14 kg/m
103
46 (39)
52 (43)
52 (43)
116
47 (40)
53 (45)
53 (45)
128
47 (40)
54 (46)
54 (46)
54 (46)
144
49 (41)
55 (47)
54 (47)
55 (47)
202
51 (42)
55 (50)
55 (50)
55 (50)
KSW310
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-33
43
KSW610
SYSTEMS: Fire Rated
WALL LINING: [Side 1] 1 layer of 13mm QuadShield

[Side 2] 1 layer of 13mm QuadShield
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
FRL
/60/60
30/30/30
Stud Depth
Stud BMT
51
rated from
both sides
64
Fire Report
FAR 3596
76
0.5
0.75
0.5
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.75
1.15
92
150
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Non-Load
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
Bearing Studs
at 600mm
at 450mm
3.20
3.32
3.72
4.22
4.43
4.13
5.02
5.22
4.94
5.50
5.75
6.99
7.54
3.42
3.57
3.93
4.43
4.69
4.41
5.33
5.57
5.21
5.89
6.19
7.52
8.04
Width
(mm)
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
65mm
Polyester
TSB3/ASB3
75mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
77
34 (27)
44 (33)
43 (33)
90
35 (28)
45 (33)
44 (33)
102
36 (28)
46 (36)
45 (36)
46 (36)
118
37 (28)
47 (39)
47 (39)
49 (38)
176
39 (30)
49 (42)
48 (42)
49 (42)
No Insulation
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
65mm
Polyester
ISB3
75mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
90
41 (32)
49 (37)
48 (37)
103
42 (32)
50 (41)
50 (41)
115
43 (34)
51 (41)
50 (41)
51 (42)
131
44 (35)
52 (44)
51 (44)
52 (44)
189
46 (36)
53 (47)
53 (47)
53 (47)
No Insulation
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
65mm
Polyester
ISB3
75mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
103
45 (39)
53 (44)
53 (44)
116
47 (40)
55 (47)
54 (47)
128
47 (41)
55 (49)
55 (48)
55 (49)
144
48 (41)
56 (49)
56 (49)
56 (49)
202
50 (43)
57 (52)
56 (51)
57 (52)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-54
4738-10
KSW611
WALL LINING: [Side 1] 1 layer of 13mm QuadShield
[Side 2] 2 layers of 13mm QuadShield
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
FRL
/90/90
30/30/30
Stud Depth
Stud BMT
51
rated from
both sides
64
Fire Report
FAR 3596
76
0.5
0.75
0.5
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.75
1.15
92
150
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Non-Load
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
Bearing Studs
at 600mm
at 450mm
3.20
3.32
3.72
4.22
4.43
4.13
5.02
5.22
4.94
5.50
5.75
6.99
7.54
3.42
3.57
3.93
4.43
4.69
4.41
5.33
5.57
5.21
5.89
6.19
7.52
8.04
Width
(mm)
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-54
KSW612
WALL LINING: [Side 1] 2 layers of 13mm QuadShield
[Side 2] 2 layers of 13mm QuadShield
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
FRL
/120/120
90/90/90
Stud Depth
Stud BMT
51
rated from
both sides
64
Fire Report
FAR 3596
76
0.5
0.75
0.5
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.75
1.15
92
150
44
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Non-Load
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
Bearing Studs
at 600mm
at 450mm
3.20
3.32
3.72
4.22
4.43
4.13
5.02
5.22
4.94
5.50
5.75
6.99
7.54
3.42
3.57
3.93
4.43
4.69
4.41
5.33
5.57
5.21
5.89
6.19
7.52
8.04
Width
(mm)
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-54
KSW314
FRL
/180/180
120/120/120
rated from
both sides
Fire Report
FAR3210
FAR3230
Stud Depth
51
64
76
92
150
Stud BMT
0.5
0.75
0.5
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.75
1.15
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Non-Load
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
Bearing Studs
at 450mm
at 600mm
3.20
3.32
3.72
4.22
4.43
4.13
5.02
5.22
4.94
5.50
5.75
6.99
7.54
3.42
3.57
3.93
4.43
4.69
4.41
5.33
5.57
5.21
5.89
6.19
7.52
8.04
Width
(mm)
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
65mm
Polyester
TSB3/ASB3
75mm
Polyester
14 kg/m
129
50 (43)
58 (50)
58 (50)
142
51 (43)
58 (51)
58 (51)
154
52 (44)
59 (52)
59 (52)
59 (52)
170
53 (45)
59 (53)
59 (53)
59 (53)
228
56 (48)
60 (55)
60 (55)
60 (55)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-33
SYSTEMS: Fire Rated
Stud Size
(mm)

FRAME:
KSW301
[Side 2] Optional wall lining
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
FRL
/30/30
30/30/30
Stud Depth
Stud BMT
51
rated from the

sheeted side only
64
Fire Report
FAR2827
76
0.5
0.75
0.5
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.75
1.15
92
150
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Non-Load
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
Bearing Studs
at 600mm
at 450mm
2.32
2.60
2.72
3.25
3.58
3.24
3.82
4.05
3.61
4.18
4.69
5.37
6.81
2.52
2.86
2.93
3.53
3.93
3.58
4.17
4.45
4.05
4.61
5.15
6.51
7.40
Width
(mm)
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
65mm
Polyester
TSB3/ASB3
75mm
Polyester
14 kg/m
77
34 (30)
90
34 (30)
102
34 (30)
118
34 (30)
176
34 (30)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-33
KSW302
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
FRL
/90/90
90/90/90
Stud Depth
Stud BMT
51
rated from the

sheeted side only
64
Fire Report
FAR2827
76
0.5
0.75
0.5
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.75
1.15
92
150
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Non-Load
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
Bearing Studs
at 600mm
at 450mm
2.32
2.60
2.72
3.25
3.58
3.24
3.82
4.05
3.61
4.18
4.69
5.37
6.81
2.52
2.86
2.93
3.53
3.93
3.58
4.17
4.45
4.05
4.61
5.15
6.51
7.40
Width
(mm)
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
65mm
Polyester
TSB3/ASB3
75mm
Polyester
14 kg/m
90
37 (34)
103
37 (34)
115
37 (34)
131
37 (34)
189
37 (34)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
309433
45
SYSTEMS: Fire Rated
KSW340
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
FRL
/60/60
Stud Depth
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud BMT
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 600mm
Width
(mm)
75mm
65mm
50mm
Polyester
Polyester
No Insulation EarthWool
11 kg/m TSB3/ASB3 14 kg/m
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 450mm
rated from
both sides
Fire Report
FAR3210
92
0.55
4.13
No
noggings
4.41
No
noggings
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
118
2x50mm
EarthWool
14 kg/m
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-12
4738-L2
41 (35) 49 (39) 48 (39) 49 (40) 50 (40)
KSW341
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
FRL
/90/90
Stud Depth
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud BMT
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 600mm
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 450mm
0.55
4.13
No
noggings
4.41
No
noggings
Width
(mm)
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
No Insulation
65mm
Polyester
TSB3/ASB3
75mm
Polyester
14 kg/m
rated from
both sides
Fire Report
FAR3210
92
131
45 (38)
54 (45)
53 (45)
54 (46)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-12
KSW342
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
FRL
/120/120
Stud Depth
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud BMT
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 600mm
Width
(mm)
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 450mm
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
65mm
Polyester
TSB3/ASB3
75mm
Polyester
14 kg/m
rated from
both sides
Fire Report
FAR3210
46
92
0.55
4.13
No
noggings
4.41
No
noggings
144
50 (43)
59 (51)
58 (51)
59 (52)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-12

[Side 2] 1 layer of 13mm FireShield plus 1 layer of 6mm Fibre Cement
FRAME:
Steel studs at maximum 600mm centres.
[Order of wall linings can be reversed]
FRL
/60/60
30/30/30
rated from
both sides
Fire Report
FAR3210
FAR3230
Stud Depth
Stud BMT
51
0.5
0.75
0.5
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.75
1.15
64
76
92
150
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Non-Load
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
Bearing Studs
at 600mm
at 450mm
3.20
3.32
3.72
4.22
4.43
4.13
5.02
5.22
4.94
5.50
5.75
6.99
7.54
3.42
3.57
3.93
4.43
4.69
4.41
5.33
5.57
5.21
5.89
6.19
7.52
8.04
Width
(mm)
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
65mm
Polyester
TSB3/ASB3
75mm
Polyester
14 kg/m
83
42 (32)
48 (39)
48 (39)
96
42 (32)
49 (39)
49 (39)
108
42 (32)
50 (40)
50 (40)
50 (40)
124
43 (33)
51 (42)
51 (41)
51 (42)
182
45 (34)
52 (45)
52 (45)
52 (45)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-33
SYSTEMS: Fire Rated
Stud Size
(mm)
KSW512
WALL LINING: [Side 1] 1 layer of 13mm FireShield plus 1 layer of 6mm Fibre Cement
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
FRL
/90/90
30/30/30
rated from
both sides
Fire Report
FAR2827
FAR3230
Stud Depth
Stud BMT
51
0.5
0.75
0.5
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.75
1.15
64
76
92
150
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Non-Load
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
Bearing Studs
at 450mm
at 600mm
3.20
3.32
3.72
4.22
4.43
4.13
5.02
5.22
4.94
5.50
5.75
6.99
7.54
3.42
3.57
3.93
4.43
4.69
4.41
5.33
5.57
5.21
5.89
6.19
7.52
8.04
Width
(mm)
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
65mm
Polyester
TSB3/ASB3
75mm
Polyester
14 kg/m
89
45 (35)
53 (42)
53 (42)
102
46 (35)
54 (44)
54 (44)
114
46 (36)
55 (46)
54 (45)
55 (46)
130
47 (36)
55 (47)
55 (47)
55 (47)
188
49 (41)
56 (50)
56 (50)
56 (50)
KSW510
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-33
47
SYSTEMS: Fire Rated
KSW540
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
FRL
/90/90
Stud Depth
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud BMT
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 600mm
Width
(mm)
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 450mm
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
65mm
Polyester
TSB3/ASB3
75mm
Polyester
14 kg/m
rated from
both sides
Fire Report
FAR2827
92
0.55
4.13
No
noggings
4.41
No
noggings
137
50 (42)
59 (50)
59 (50)
60 (51)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-12
KSW542
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
FRL
/90/90
Stud Depth
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud BMT
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 600mm
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 450mm
0.55
4.13
No
noggings
4.41
No
noggings
Width
(mm)
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
65mm
Polyester
TSB3/ASB3
75mm
Polyester
14 kg/m
rated from
both sides
Fire Report
FAR2827
48
92
130
50 (41)
59 (50)
59 (50)
60 (51)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-12

FRAME:
[16mm FireShield can be substituted with 16mm MultiShield]
Stud Size
(mm)
rated from both sides

using EarthWool
insulation
/60/60
60/60/60
Stud Depth
Stud BMT
51
0.5
0.75
0.5
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.75
1.15
64

using no insulation or
polyester insulation
Fire Report
FAR3210
FAR3230
76
92
150
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Non-Load
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
Bearing Studs
at 600mm
at 450mm
3.38
3.52
3.91
4.35
4.52
4.30
5.25
5.42
5.18
5.71
5.92
7.19
7.65
3.55
3.71
4.13
4.60
4.82
4.58
5.58
5.79
5.45
6.12
6.39
7.62
8.13
Width
(mm)
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
65mm
Polyester
TSB3/ASB3
75mm
Polyester
14 kg/m
83
36 (29)
45 (37)
45 (37)
96
37 (30)
46 (37)
46 (37)
108
38 (30)
47 (38)
46 (38)
47 (38)
124
38 (30)
47 (39)
47 (39)
47 (39)
182
40 (31)
49 (42)
48 (42)
49 (42)
No Insulation
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
65mm
Polyester
TSB3/ASB3
75mm
Polyester
14 kg/m
99
43 (34)
50 (41)
50 (41)
112
43 (34)
51 (42)
51 (42)
124
44 (35)
51 (44)
51 (43)
51 (44)
140
45 (35)
52 (45)
52 (45)
52 (45)
198
47 (37)
53 (48)
53 (47)
53 (48)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-33
SYSTEMS: Fire Rated
FRL
/90/90
60/60/60
KSW316
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
FRL
/120/120
60/60/60
rated from
both sides
Fire Report
FAR3210
FAR3230
Stud Depth
Stud BMT
51
0.5
0.75
0.5
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.75
1.15
64
76
92
150
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Non-Load
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
Bearing Studs
at 600mm
at 450mm
3.38
3.52
3.91
4.35
4.52
4.30
5.25
5.42
5.18
5.71
5.92
7.19
7.65
3.55
3.71
4.13
4.60
4.82
4.58
5.58
5.79
5.45
6.12
6.39
7.62
8.13
Width
(mm)
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-33
KSW317
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
FRL
/120/120
120/120/120
Stud Depth
Stud BMT
51
rated from
both sides
Fire Report
FAR3210
FAR3230
64
0.5
0.75
0.5
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.75
1.15
76
92
150
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Non-Load
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
Bearing Studs
at 600mm
at 450mm
3.38
3.52
3.91
4.35
4.52
4.30
5.25
5.42
5.18
5.71
5.92
7.19
7.65
3.55
3.71
4.13
4.60
4.82
4.58
5.58
5.79
5.45
6.12
6.39
7.62
8.13
Width
(mm)
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
65mm
Polyester
TSB3/ASB3
75mm
Polyester
14 kg/m
115
47 (40)
54 (46)
54 (46)
128
48 (41)
55 (48)
55 (48)
140
49 (41)
55 (49)
55 (49)
55 (49)
156
49 (42)
56 (50)
55 (50)
56 (50)
214
52 (44)
56 (52)
56 (52)
56 (52)
KSW315
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-33
49
SYSTEMS: Fire Rated
KSW319
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
FRL
/240/240
120/120/120
rated from
both sides
Fire Report
FAR3210
FAR3230
Stud Depth
Stud BMT
51
0.5
0.75
0.5
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.75
1.15
64
76
92
150
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Non-Load
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
Bearing Studs
at 600mm
at 450mm
3.38
3.52
3.91
4.35
4.52
4.30
5.25
5.42
5.18
5.71
5.92
7.19
7.65
3.55
3.71
4.13
4.60
4.82
4.58
5.58
5.79
5.45
6.12
6.39
7.62
8.13
Width
(mm)
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
65mm
Polyester
TSB3/ASB3
75mm
Polyester
14 kg/m
147
53 (46)
59 (52)
59 (52)
160
54 (47)
59 (54)
59 (54)
172
55 (47)
60 (54)
59 (54)
60 (54)
188
56 (48)
60 (55)
60 (55)
60 (55)
246
59 (50)
60 (56)
60 (56)
60 (56)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-33
KSW304
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
FRL
/60/60
60/60/60
Stud Depth
Stud BMT
51
rated from the

sheeted side only
64
Fire Report
FAR2827
76
0.5
0.75
0.5
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.75
1.15
92
150
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Non-Load
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
Bearing Studs
at 600mm
at 450mm
2.32
2.60
2.75
3.28
3.59
3.25
3.87
4.05
3.61
4.20
4.69
5.37
6.81
2.52
2.86
3.02
3.56
3.95
3.60
4.22
4.45
4.05
4.63
5.15
6.51
7.40
Width
(mm)
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
65mm
Polyester
TSB3/ASB3
75mm
Polyester
14 kg/m
83
35 (31)
96
35 (31)
108
35 (31)
124
35 (31)
182
35 (31)
No Insulation
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
65mm
Polyester
TSB3/ASB3
75mm
Polyester
14 kg/m
99
38 (35)
112
38 (35)
124
38 (35)
140
38 (35)
198
38 (35)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-33
KSW305
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
FRL
/120/120
120/120/120
Stud Depth
Stud BMT
51
rated from the

sheeted side only
64
Fire Report
FAR2827
76
0.5
0.75
0.5
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.75
1.15
92
150
50
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Non-Load
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
Bearing Studs
at 600mm
at 450mm
2.32
2.60
2.75
3.28
3.59
3.25
3.87
4.05
3.61
4.20
4.69
5.37
6.81
2.52
2.86
3.02
3.56
3.95
3.60
4.22
4.45
4.05
4.63
5.15
6.51
7.40
Width
(mm)
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-33

FRAME:
rated from both

sides using
EarthWool insulation
Stud Size
(mm)
Stud Depth
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud BMT
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 600mm
Width
(mm)
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 450mm
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
No Insulation
65mm
Polyester
TSB3/ASB3
75mm
Polyester
14 kg/m
/60/60
rated from both
sides using no
insulation or
Fire Report
FAR3210
92
0.55
4.30
No
noggings
4.58
No
noggings
124
42 (36)
50 (42)
50 (42)
51 (43)
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
65mm
Polyester
TSB3/ASB3
75mm
Polyester
14 kg/m
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-12
SYSTEMS: Fire Rated
FRL
/90/90
KSW346
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
FRL
/120/120
Stud Depth
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud BMT
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 600mm
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 450mm
0.55
4.30
No
noggings
4.58
No
noggings
Width
(mm)
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
rated from
both sides
Fire Report
FAR3210
92
140
48 (40)
56 (48)
56 (48)
57 (49)
65mm
Polyester
TSB3/ASB3
75mm
Polyester
14 kg/m
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-12
KSW347
WALL LINING: [SIDE 1] 2 layers of 16mm FireShield
[SIDE 2] 2 layers of 16mm FireShield
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
FRL
/120/120
Stud Depth
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud BMT
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 600mm
Width
(mm)
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 450mm
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
rated from
both sides
Fire Report
FAR3210
92
0.55
4.30
No
noggings
4.58
No
noggings
156
52 (45)
60 (54)
59 (54)
60 (55)
KSW345
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-12
51
SYSTEMS: Fire Rated
KSW516
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
FRL
/120/120
60/60/60
rated from
both sides
Fire Report
FAR3210
FAR3230
Stud Depth
Stud BMT
51
0.5
0.75
0.5
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.75
1.15
64
76
92
150
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Non-Load
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
Bearing Studs
at 450mm
at 600mm
3.38
3.52
3.91
4.35
4.52
4.30
5.25
5.42
5.18
5.71
5.92
7.19
7.65
3.55
3.71
4.13
4.60
4.82
4.58
5.58
5.79
5.45
6.12
6.39
7.62
8.13
Width
(mm)
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
65mm
Polyester
TSB3/ASB3
75mm
Polyester
14 kg/m
95
46 (39)
54 (44)
53 (44)
108
47 (40)
55 (46)
54 (46)
120
47 (40)
55 (47)
55 (47)
55 (47)
136
48 (41)
56 (48)
55 (48)
56 (48)
194
51 (42)
56 (51)
56 (51)
56 (51)
65mm
Polyester
TSB3/ASB3
75mm
Polyester
14 kg/m
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-33
KSW545
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
FRL
/120/120
Stud Depth
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud BMT
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 600mm
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 450mm
0.55
4.30
No
noggings
4.58
No
noggings
Width
(mm)
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
No Insulation
rated from
both sides
Fire Report
FAR3210
92
146
52 (44)
60 (53)
59 (53)
60 (54)
65mm
Polyester
TSB3/ASB3
75mm
Polyester
14 kg/m
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-12
KSW546
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
FRL
/120/120
Stud Depth
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud BMT
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 600mm
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 450mm
0.55
4.30
No
noggings
4.58
No
noggings
Width
(mm)
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
rated from
both sides
Fire Report
FAR3210
52
92
136
51 (43)
60 (51)
60 (51)
60 (52)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-12

FRAME:
[2 x indicates 2 layers of insulation required]
FRL
/60/60
30/30/30
rated from
both sides
Fire Report
FAR3210
FAR3230
Stud Depth
64mm stud in
92mm track
76mm stud in
92mm track
92mm stud in
150mm track
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud BMT
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 600mm
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 450mm
0.5
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
2.375
2.83
3.51
2.61
3.00
3.60
2.74
3.19
3.75
2.65
3.27
3.93
2.84
3.38
4.08
3.03
3.53
4.19
Width
(mm)
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
No Insulation
65mm
Polyester
TSB3/ASB3
2 x 50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
118
38 (30)
47 (36)
46 (36)
50
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-33
118
38 (30)
47 (36)
46 (36)
50
Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant
176
39 (30)
48 (39)
48 (39)
SYSTEMS: Fire Rated
Stud Size
(mm)
KSW321
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
FRL
/90/90
30/30/30
rated from
both sides
Fire Report
FAR3210
FAR3230
Stud Depth
64mm stud in
92mm track
76mm stud in
92mm track
92mm stud in
150mm track
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud BMT
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 600mm
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 450mm
0.5
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
2.375
2.83
3.51
2.61
3.00
3.60
2.74
3.19
3.75
2.65
3.27
3.93
2.84
3.38
4.08
3.03
3.53
4.19
Width
(mm)
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
65mm
Polyester
TSB3/ASB3
75mm
Polyester
14 kg/m
131
43 (34)
51 (43)
51 (43)
52 (44)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-33
131
43 (34)
51 (43)
51 (43)
52 (44)
Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant
189
45 (35)
52 (46)
52 (46)
53 (47)
KSW322
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
FRL
/120/120
90/90/90
rated from
both sides
Fire Report
FAR3210
FAR3230
Stud Depth
64mm stud in
92mm track
76mm stud in
92mm track
92mm stud in
150mm track
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud BMT
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 600mm
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 450mm
0.5
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
2.375
2.83
3.51
2.61
3.00
3.60
2.74
3.19
3.75
2.65
3.27
3.93
2.84
3.38
4.08
3.03
3.53
4.19
Width
(mm)
KSW320
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
65mm
Polyester
TSB3/ASB3
75mm
Polyester
14 kg/m
144
47 (40)
58 (50)
58 (49)
59 (50)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-33
144
47 (40)
58 (50)
58 (49)
59 (50)
Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant
202
49 (41)
58 (52)
58 (52)
59 (53)
53
SYSTEMS: Fire Rated
KSW520
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
FRL
/60/60
30/30/30
rated from
both sides
Fire Report
FAR3210
FAR3230
Stud Depth
64mm stud in
92mm track
76mm stud in
92mm track
92mm stud in
150mm track
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud BMT
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 600mm
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 450mm
0.5
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
2.375
2.83
3.51
2.61
3.00
3.60
2.74
3.19
3.75
2.65
3.27
3.93
2.84
3.38
4.08
3.03
3.53
4.19
Width
(mm)
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
No Insulation
65mm
Polyester
TSB3/ASB3
75mm
Polyester
14 kg/m
124
43 (34)
51 (43)
51 (43)
52 (44)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-33
124
43 (34)
51 (43)
51 (43)
52 (44)
Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant
182
45 (35)
53 (46)
53 (46)
54 (47)
KSW522
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
FRL
/90/90
30/30/30
rated from
both sides
Fire Report
FAR2827
FAR3230
Stud Depth
64mm stud in
92mm track
76mm stud in
92mm track
92mm stud in
150mm track
54
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud BMT
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 600mm
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 450mm
0.5
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
2.375
2.83
3.51
2.61
3.00
3.60
2.74
3.19
3.75
2.65
3.27
3.93
2.84
3.38
4.08
3.03
3.53
4.19
Width
(mm)
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
65mm
Polyester
TSB3/ASB3
75mm
Polyester
14 kg/m
130
47 (37)
56 (48)
56 (48)
57 (49)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-33
130
47 (37)
56 (48)
56 (48)
57 (49)
Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant
188
49 (39)
57 (51)
56 (51)
57 (52)

FRAME:
[1 x indicates one layer of insulation]
[2 x indicates two layers of insulation]

using EarthWool
insulation
/60/60
60/60/60
using no insulation or
Fire Report
FAR3210
FAR3230
Stud Size
(mm)
Stud Depth
64mm stud in
92mm track
76mm stud in
92mm track
92mm stud in
150mm track
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud BMT
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 600mm
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 450mm
0.5
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
2.375
2.83
3.51
2.61
3.00
3.60
2.74
3.19
3.75
2.70
3.35
3.95
2.92
3.45
4.17
3.06
3.59
4.26
Width Acoustics
(mm) Rw (Rw + Ctr)
1 x 50mm 1 x 75mm 2 x 50mm 1 x 65mm 1 x 75mm
No
EarthWool EarthWool EarthWool Polyester Polyester
Insulation
11 kg/m 11 kg/m 11 kg/m TSB3/ASB3 14 kg/m Acoustic Report
Day Design
124 40 (32) 48 (41) 50 (42) 52 (44) 48 (41) 49 (42) 3094-33
5008-8.1
124 40 (32) 48 (41)
182 42 (33) 49 (44)
52 (44) 48 (41) 49 (42)
Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant
49 (43) 50 (44)
SYSTEMS: Fire Rated
FRL
/90/90
60/60/60
KSW326
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
FRL
/120/120
60/60/60
rated from
both sides
Fire Report
FAR3210
FAR3230
Stud Depth
64mm stud in
92mm track
76mm stud in
92mm track
92mm stud in
150mm track
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud BMT
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 600mm
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 450mm
0.5
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
2.375
2.83
3.51
2.61
3.00
3.60
2.74
3.19
3.75
2.65
3.27
3.93
2.84
3.38
4.08
3.03
3.53
4.19
Width
(mm)
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
65mm
Polyester
TSB3/ASB3
75mm
Polyester
14 kg/m
140
45 (36)
52 (46)
52 (46)
53 (47)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-33
140
45 (36)
52 (46)
52 (46)
53 (47)
Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant
198
47 (38)
53 (48)
53 (48)
54 (49)
No Insulation
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
65mm
Polyester
TSB3/ASB3
75mm
Polyester
14 kg/m
156
49 (42)
58 (52)
58 (52)
59 (53)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-33
156
49 (42)
58 (52)
58 (52)
59 (53)
Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant
214
51 (44)
59 (53)
59 (53)
60 (54)
KSW327
FRAME:
Staggered steel studs at maximum 600mm [300mm staggered]
Stud Size
(mm)
FRL
Stud Depth
/120/120
120/120/120 64mm stud in
rated from
both sides
92mm track
Fire Report
FAR3210
FAR3230
76mm stud in
92mm track
92mm stud in
150mm track
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud BMT
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 600mm
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 450mm
0.5
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
2.375
2.83
3.51
2.61
3.00
3.60
2.74
3.19
3.75
2.65
3.27
3.93
2.84
3.38
4.08
3.03
3.53
4.19
Width
(mm)
KSW325
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
55
SYSTEMS: Fire Rated
KSW524
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
FRL
/90/90
60/60/60
rated from
both sides
Fire Report
FAR2827
FAR3230
Stud Depth
64mm stud in
92mm track
76mm stud in
92mm track
92mm stud in
150mm track
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud BMT
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 600mm
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 450mm
0.5
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
2.375
2.83
3.51
2.61
3.00
3.60
2.74
3.19
3.75
2.70
3.35
3.95
2.92
3.45
4.17
3.06
3.59
4.26
Width
(mm)
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
No Insulation
65mm
Polyester
TSB3/ASB3
75mm
Polyester
14 kg/m
130
44 (35)
52 (45)
52 (45)
53 (46)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-33
130
44 (35)
52 (45)
52 (45)
53 (46)
Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant
188
46 (37)
53 (48)
53 (48)
54 (49)
No Insulation
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
65mm
Polyester
TSB3/ASB3
75mm
Polyester
14 kg/m
136
48 (41)
59 (51)
59 (51)
60 (52)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-33
136
48 (41)
59 (51)
59 (51)
60 (52)
Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant
194
50 (42)
59 (53)
59 (53)
60 (54)
KSW526
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
FRL
/120/120
60/60/60
rated from
both sides
Fire Report
FAR3210
FAR3230
Stud Depth
64mm stud in
92mm track
76mm stud in
92mm track
92mm stud in
150mm track
56
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud BMT
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 600mm
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 450mm
0.5
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
2.375
2.83
3.51
2.61
3.00
3.60
2.74
3.19
3.75
2.70
3.35
3.95
2.92
3.45
4.17
3.06
3.59
4.26
Width
(mm)
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)

FRAME:
Double steel studs at maximum 600mm centres with minimum 20mm air gap
[Install insulation in one frame only]
Stud Size
(mm)
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
FRL
/60/60
30/30/30
Stud Depth
Stud BMT
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 600mm
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 450mm
rated from
both sides
0.5
2.72
2.93
64
148mm cavity
0.75
3.25
3.53
1.15
3.58
3.93
0.5
2.72
2.93
0.75
3.25
3.53
1.15
3.58
3.93
Fire Report
FAR3210
FAR3230
64
200mm cavity
Width Acoustics
(mm) Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
65mm
Polyester
TSB3/ASB3
75mm
Polyester
14 kg/m
174
42 (35)
50 (38)
48 (38)
50 (39)
226
43 (36)
51 (41)
49 (40)
50 (41)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-33
Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant
Discontinuous
Construction
SYSTEMS: Fire Rated
KSW331
FRAME:
[1 x indicates insulation required in one frame only]
[2 x indicates insulation required in both frames]
Stud Size
(mm)
Width Acoustics
(mm) Rw (Rw + Ctr)
Non-Load
No
EarthWool Polyester EarthWool EarthWool Polyester
Bearing Studs
Insulation
11 kg/m TSB3/ASB3 11 kg/m 11 kg/m TSB6/ASB6
at 450mm
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
FRL
/90/90
30/30/30
Stud Depth
Stud BMT
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 600mm
rated from
both sides
0.5
2.72
2.93
64
148mm cavity
0.75
3.25
3.53
1.15
3.58
3.93
0.5
2.72
2.93
0.75
3.25
3.53
1.15
3.58
3.93
Fire Report
FAR3210
FAR3230
64
200mm cavity
187
239
46 (39) 56 (45) 55 (45) 57 (47) 60 (50)
47 (39) 57 (46) 55 (46) 58 (48) 61 (50) 59 (51)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-39
4738-L15
Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant
Discontinuous
Construction
KSW332
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
FRL
/120/120
90/90/90
Stud Depth
rated from
both sides
64
148mm cavity
Fire Report
FAR3210
FAR3230
64
200mm cavity
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud BMT
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 600mm
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 450mm
0.5
2.72
2.93
0.75
3.25
3.53
1.15
3.58
3.93
0.5
2.72
2.93
0.75
3.25
3.53
1.15
3.58
3.93
Width Acoustics
(mm) Rw (Rw + Ctr)
200
252
No Insulation
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
65mm
Polyester
TSB3/ASB3
2 x 75mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
53 (45)
62 (50)
60 (50)
60 (53)
55 (46)
63 (52)
61 (52)
64 (55)
KSW330
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-33
4738-L12
Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant
Discontinuous
Construction
57
SYSTEMS: Fire Rated
KSW380
WALL LINING: [Side 1] 1 layer of 13mm FireShield plus 1 layer of 13mm MastaShield
[Side 2] 1 layer of 13mm FireShield plus 1 layer of 13mm MastaShield
FRAME:
[13mm MastaShield can be substituted with 13mm WaterShield]
FRL
/90/90
60/60/60
rated from
both sides
Fire Report
FAR3210
FAR3230
Stud Size
(mm)
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Width Acoustics
(mm) Rw (Rw + Ctr)
Non-Load
No
Bearing Studs
EarthWool EarthWool Polyester Polyester EarthWool
Insulation
at 450mm
11 kg/m 11 kg/m TSB3/ASB3 TSB3/ASB3 11 kg/m
Stud Depth
Stud BMT
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 600mm
64
148mm cavity
0.5
2.72
2.93
0.75
3.25
3.53
1.15
3.58
3.93
64
200mm cavity
0.5
2.72
2.93
0.75
3.25
3.53
1.15
3.58
3.93
200
51 (42) 61 (48) 64 (51) 58 (48) 61 (51) 62 (50)
252
52 (44) 62 (50) 65 (53) 59 (50) 62 (53) 63 (52)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-48
Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant
Discontinuous
Construction
KSW531
FRAME:
FRL
/90/90
30/30/30
rated from
both sides
Fire Report
FAR3210
FAR3230
Stud Size
(mm)
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud Depth
Stud BMT
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 600mm
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 450mm
64
148mm cavity
0.5
2.72
2.93
0.75
3.25
3.53
1.15
3.58
3.93
0.5
2.72
2.93
0.75
3.25
3.53
1.15
3.58
3.93
64
200mm cavity
Width Acoustics
(mm) Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
65mm
Polyester
TSB3/ASB3
75mm
Polyester
14 kg/m
193
52 (44)
63 (50)
60 (49)
61 (50)
245
54 (45)
64 (52)
61 (52)
62 (53)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-33
Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant
Discontinuous
Construction
KSW532
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
FRL
/90/90
30/30/30
rated from
both sides
Fire Report
FAR3210
FAR3230
58
Stud Depth
64
148mm cavity
64
200mm cavity
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud BMT
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 600mm
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 450mm
0.5
2.72
2.93
0.75
3.25
3.53
1.15
3.58
3.93
0.5
2.72
2.93
0.75
3.25
3.53
1.15
3.58
3.93
Width Acoustics
(mm) Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
186
52 (43)
238
54 (45)
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
62 (49)
63 (52)
65mm
Polyester
TSB3/ASB3
75mm
Polyester
14 kg/m
60 (49)
61 (50)
61 (51)
62 (52)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-33
Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant
Discontinuous
Construction
Use R1.5 EarthWool
in both frames to
achieve
62 (50)

FRAME:

using EarthWool
insulation.
/60/60
60/60/60
Stud Size
(mm)
Stud Depth
64
148mm cavity
64
using no insulation or 172mm cavity
polyester insulation.
Fire Report
FAR3210
FAR3230
64
200mm cavity
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud BMT
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 600mm
0.5
0.75
1.15
0.5
0.75
1.15
0.5
0.75
1.15
2.75
3.28
3.59
2.75
3.28
3.59
2.75
3.28
3.59
Width Acoustics
(mm) Rw (Rw + Ctr)
Non-Load
1 x 50mm
No
Bearing Studs
EarthWool
Insulation
at 450mm
11 kg/m
3.02
3.56
3.95
3.02
3.56
3.95
3.02
3.56
3.95
180
44 (37)
1 x 65mm
Polyester
TSB3/ASB3
2 x 75mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
2 x 110mm
Glasswool
11 kg/m
50 (41)
53 (42)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-33
3094-37
CSIRO Test
204
60 (50)
232
45(38)
54(44)
51(43)
61(51)
Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant
Discontinuous
Construction
SYSTEMS: Fire Rated
FRL
/90/90
60/60/60
KSW336
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
FRL
/120/120
60/60/60
Stud Depth
rated from
both sides
64
148mm cavity
Fire Report
FAR3210
FAR3230
64
200mm cavity
Width Acoustics
(mm) Rw (Rw + Ctr)
Non-Load
No
EarthWool EarthWool Polyester Polyester Polyester
Bearing Studs
Insulation
at 450mm
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud BMT
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 600mm
0.5
2.75
3.02
0.75
3.28
3.56
1.15
3.59
3.95
0.5
2.75
3.02
0.75
3.28
3.56
1.15
3.59
3.95
196
50 (42) 59 (48) 62 (51) 56 (47) 59 (50) 57 (48)
248
52 (44) 60 (50)
57 (49)
58 (50)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-33
Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant
Discontinuous
Construction
KSW337
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
Width Acoustics
(mm) Rw (Rw + Ctr)
Non-Load
No
EarthWool EarthWool Polyester Polyester Polyester
Bearing Studs
Insulation
at 450mm
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
FRL
/120/120
120/120/120
Stud Depth
Stud BMT
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 600mm
rated from
both sides
0.5
2.75
3.02
64
148mm cavity
0.75
3.28
3.56
1.15
3.59
3.95
0.5
2.75
3.02
0.75
3.28
3.56
1.15
3.59
3.95
Fire Report
FAR3210
FAR3230
64
200mm cavity
212
264
56 (47) 65 (53) 65 (55) 62 (53) 63 (54) 63 (54)
58 (49) 66 (56) 67 (57) 63 (55) 64 (55) 64 (56)
KSW335
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-33
4738-L4
Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant
Discontinuous
Construction
59
SYSTEMS: Fire Rated
KSW339
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
FRL
/240/240
120/120/120
Stud Depth
Stud BMT
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 600mm
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 450mm
rated from
both sides
0.5
2.75
3.02
64
148mm cavity
0.75
3.28
3.56
1.15
3.59
3.95
0.5
2.75
3.02
0.75
3.28
3.56
1.15
3.59
3.95
Fire Report
FAR3210
FAR3230
64
200mm cavity
Width Acoustics
(mm) Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
65mm
Polyester
TSB3/ASB3
75mm
Polyester
14 kg/m
244
62 (53)
72 (61)
70 (60)
71 (61)
296
64 (55)
73 (63)
71 (62)
72 (63)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-33
Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant
Discontinuous
Construction
KSW381
FRAME:
FRL
/90/90
60/60/60
rated from
both sides
Fire Report
FAR3210
FAR3230
Stud Size
(mm)
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud Depth
Stud BMT
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 600mm
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 450mm
64
148mm cavity
0.5
2.75
3.02
0.75
3.28
3.56
1.15
3.59
3.95
64
200mm cavity
0.5
2.75
3.02
0.75
3.28
3.56
1.15
3.59
3.95
Width Acoustics
(mm) Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No
EarthWool Polyester EarthWool EarthWool Polyester
Insulation
11 kg/m TSB3/ASB3 11 kg/m 11 kg/m TSB6/ASB6
190
242
Acoustic
Report
Day Design
3094-39
46 (39) 56 (46) 55 (45) 57 (48) 60 (50) 59 (50)
Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant
48 (40) 58 (48) 56 (47) 59 (50) 62 (52) 60 (53) Discontinuous
Construction
KSW382
FRAME:
FRL
/120/120
60/60/60
rated from
both sides
Fire Report
FAR3210
FAR3230
60
Stud Size
(mm)
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud Depth
Stud BMT
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 600mm
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 450mm
64
148mm cavity
0.5
2.75
3.02
0.75
3.28
3.56
1.15
3.59
3.95
64
200mm cavity
0.5
2.75
3.02
0.75
3.28
3.56
1.15
3.59
3.95
Width Acoustics
(mm) Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No
EarthWool EarthWool Polyester Polyester Polyester 14
Insulation
11 kg/m 11 kg/m TSB3/ASB3 TSB3/ASB3 kg/m
200
50 (43) 61 (49) 64 (52) 58 (48) 61 (51) 59 (49)
252
52 (44) 62 (51)
59 (51)
Acoustic
Report
Day Design
3094-33
Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant
60 (52) Discontinuous
Construction

[Side 2] 1 layer of FireShield plus 1 layer of 6mm Fibre Cement
FRAME:
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
FRL
/90/90
60/60/60
Stud Depth
Stud BMT
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 600mm
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 450mm
rated from
both sides
0.5
2.75
3.02
64
148mm cavity
0.75
3.28
3.56
Fire Report
FAR2827
FAR3230
64
200mm cavity
1.15
3.59
3.95
0.5
2.75
3.02
0.75
3.28
3.56
1.15
3.59
3.95
Width Acoustics
(mm) Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
65mm
Polyester
TSB3/ASB3
75mm
Polyester
14 kg/m
186
50 (42)
59 (47)
56 (46)
57 (47)
238
51 (43)
57 (48)
58 (49)
59 (49)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-33
Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant
Discontinuous
Construction
Use R1.5 EarthWool in
both frames to achieve
59 (50)
SYSTEMS: Fire Rated
Stud Size
(mm)
KSW535
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
FRL
/120/120
60/60/60
Stud Depth
rated from
both sides
64
148mm cavity
Fire Report
FAR2827
FAR3230
64
200mm cavity
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud BMT
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 600mm
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 450mm
0.5
2.75
3.02
0.75
3.28
3.56
1.15
3.59
3.95
0.5
2.75
3.02
0.75
3.28
3.56
1.15
3.59
3.95
Width Acoustics
(mm) Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
65mm
Polyester
TSB3/ASB3
75mm
Polyester
14 kg/m
202
55 (47)
65 (52)
62 (52)
63 (53)
254
57 (48)
66 (55)
63 (54)
64 (55)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-33
Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant
Discontinuous
Construction
KSW536
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
FRL
/120/120
60/60/60
Stud Depth
Stud BMT
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 600mm
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
at 450mm
rated from
both sides
0.5
2.75
3.02
64
148mm cavity
0.75
3.28
3.56
1.15
3.59
3.95
0.5
2.75
3.02
0.75
3.28
3.56
1.15
3.59
3.95
Fire Report
FAR2827
FAR3230
64
200mm cavity
KSW534
Width Acoustics
(mm) Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
65mm
Polyester
TSB3/ASB3
75mm
Polyester
14 kg/m
192
54 (46)
64 (51)
61 (51)
62 (52)
244
56 (47)
65 (54)
62 (53)
63 (54)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-33
Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant
Discontinuous
Construction
61
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
INSTALLATION: General Requirements
Non-Fire
Rated
Install control joints in plasterboard walls:
At 12m maximum intervals
With bre cement at 9m maximum intervals for steel framing <0.8mm BMT
With bre cement at 6m maximum intervals for steel framing >0.8mm BMT
With tiled bre cement walls at 4.8m maximum intervals
At all control joints in the structure
At any change in the substrate material
At the oor line in stairwells. Cover the gap with a moulding fastened
to one edge.
Fire
Rated
Only joint the face layer. As a minimum to achieve the FRL, only use paper
tape and:
Two coats of MastaBase/MastaLongset, or
Three coats of MastaLite.
Never joint sheets with re sealant. [Refer to Section 4]
Use approved re rated penetration details. Fire penetrations may require re

collars or other devices to maintain re performance.
Pack any gaps between the top of the wall and the underside of the roof covering
with mineral bre or other suitable re resisting material. This maintains the re
rating of the system. [Refer to mineral bre manufacturers specications
for minimum widths required]
Use re sealant on all gaps and around perimeter, vermiculite plaster

is not permitted.
For acceptable modications or variations

to re rated systems. [Refer to Section 2.3
Fire Resistance]
62
FRAMING
Top track
Nogging
for
services
Box studs
around
openings
Nogging
Steel
stud
Bottom track
FIGURE 1 Steel Frame Layout
Non-Fire
Rated
Fire
Rated
Fix the bottom track and top track or deection head at 600mm maximum
centres and 100mm maximum from each end.
Use a deection head if:

Wall heights are 4800mm or greater
Ceiling, roof or oor movement is expected.
Space studs at 600mm maximum centres. Follow the table of nogging requirements
and the stud clearances in the Construction Details.
Face studs in the same direction if possible, to allow easier fastening of

plasterboard. However, installation of some services may require the studs to be
positioned in opposite directions. [Refer to Construction Details gures 90 and 91]
Push studs down completely into bottom track.
For non-load bearing walls, do not x studs to top track.

[Refer to Construction Details]
For load bearing walls, x studs to top track.

Box studs around windows and door frames or follow frame manufacturer's
requirements. Fix boxed studs to bottom and top tracks.
Use stud clips (Rondo No. 126 or 152) to hold the studs in place for staggered
stud walls. [Refer to Construction Details]
Noggings are permitted to assist the xing of

services. Copper Chromium Arsenate (CCA)
treated timber must not be used.
Plumbing and electrical services must not
protrude beyond the face of the stud.
63
INSTALLATION: Framing
Track
SINGLE AND DOUBLE STEEL STUD MAXIMUM WALL HEIGHT NON-LOAD BEARING
Fire Rated and Non-Fire Rated Walls
(UDL 0.25 kPa)
Deection Limit:
Height/240 or 30mm
Stud Depth
(mm)
Stud BMT
(mm)
13mm
Single stud wall lined

with plasterboard
on both sides
Double stud wall, or

single stud wall lined with
plasterboard on one side only
Single stud wall lined with

plasterboard on both sides
10mm
Fire Rated Walls

(UDL 0.35 kPa)
Double stud wall, or single stud wall
lined with plasterboard
on one side only
16mm
10mm
13mm
16mm
13mm
16mm
13mm
16mm
3380
3520
3910
4350
4520
4300
5250
5420
5180
5710
5920
7190
7650
2320
2600
2720
3130
3530
3200
3580
4050
3610
4130
4690
5330
6810
2320
2600
2720
3250
3580
3240
3820
4050
3610
4180
4690
5370
6810
2320
2600
2750
3280
3590
3250
3870
4050
3610
4200
4690
5370
6810
2810
2920
3290
3750
3940
3650
4410
4600
4390
4840
5060
5710
5710
2870
3120
3390
3840
3990
3780
4410
4770
4590
5010
5200
6370
6890
2070
2320
2340
2800
3170
2760
3370
3620
3060
3700
4200
4830
5530
2070
2320
2340
2900
3180
2760
3410
3620
3060
3700
4200
4830
5530
3550
3710
4130
4600
4820
4580
5580
5790
5450
6120
6390
7620
8130
2520
2860
2930
3410
3870
3500
3910
4450
4050
4520
5150
6510
7400
2520
2860
2930
3530
3930
3580
4170
4450
4050
4610
5150
6510
7400
2520
2860
3020
3560
3950
3600
4220
4450
4050
4630
5150
6510
7400
3020
3150
3490
3950
4180
3900
4710
4930
4640
5200
5470
6680
7310
3150
3300
3650
4070
4270
4050
4850
5110
4840
5390
5634
6840
7400
2260
2560
2560
3140
3500
3160
3700
3980
3540
4090
4610
5160
6610
2260
2560
2540
3170
3510
3170
3740
3980
3530
4100
4610
5150
6610
3620
3750
4220
4710
4950
4700
5710
5950
5560
6280
6580
7750
8300
2630
2970
3070
3540
4020
3640
4070
4620
4210
4700
5360
6740
7650
2630
2970
3070
3660
4090
3740
4320
4620
4210
4800
5360
6740
7650
2630
2970
3140
3700
4100
3760
4380
4620
4210
4820
5360
6740
7650
3100
3250
3570
4030
4280
4010
4830
5070
4740
5350
5650
6890
7500
3280
3380
3740
4170
4390
4160
5050
5260
4950
5540
5810
7050
7590
2350
2660
2660
3260
3640
3300
3840
4140
3750
4260
4800
5350
6840
2350
2660
2640
3290
3650
3310
3890
4140
3750
4280
4800
5340
6830
3800
4020
4450
4980
5270
5010
6030
6330
5860
6690
7070
8230
8850
2890
3270
3380
3900
4430
4010
4480
5090
4630
5180
5900
7350
8290
2890
3270
3380
4010
4490
4130
4730
5090
4640
5290
5920
7350
8290
2890
3270
3460
4050
4510
4150
4790
5090
4640
5310
5930
7350
8290
3310
3490
3790
4270
4570
4290
5130
5430
5030
5720
6090
7380
7990
3380
3580
3950
4420
4690
4440
5350
5620
5220
5920
6260
7490
8070
2590
2930
2890
3580
4010
3660
4210
4560
4150
4710
5280
6540
7420
2590
2930
2880
3610
4020
3670
4260
4560
4150
4720
5280
6540
7410
Steel Studs at 600mm Maximum Centres

51
64
76
92
150
0.5
0.75
0.5
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.75
1.15
2770
2910
3330
3930
4170
3700
4430
4650
4540
4830
5110
6550
7220
3200
3320
3720
4220
4430
4130
5020
5220
4940
5500
5750
6990
7540

51
64
76
92
150
0.5
0.75
0.5
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.75
1.15
3020
3200
3580
4180
4460
4020
4780
5070
4850
5270
5620
7140
7750
3420
3570
3930
4430
4690
4410
5330
5570
5210
5890
6190
7520
8040

51
64
76
92
150
0.5
0.75
0.5
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.75
1.15
3130
3320
3690
4280
4590
4160
4930
5240
4990
5460
5840
7340
7970
3510
3680
4020
4530
4810
4530
5450
5720
5330
6050
6380
7610
8190

51
64
76
92
150
0.5
0.75
0.5
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.75
1.15
3390
3620
3960
4570
4930
4510
5310
5690
5340
5930
6390
7840
8570
3730
3940
4260
4780
5120
4830
5770
6110
5640
6450
6860
8110
8740
MINIMUM NUMBER OF NOGGINGS REQUIRED IN STEEL STUD WALLS

Single Stud Wall Lined With
Plasterboard on Both Sides
Wall Height (m)
Minimum Number of Noggings
0 4.4
4.4 8.8
03
36
68
8+
Deection Limit is height/240 to a maximum of 30mm at 0.25 kPa or

0.35 kPa, in accordance with BCA Specication C1.8.
Tabulated heights are not for axial loads but do include self weight and lateral
pressures.
Shelf loading is not permitted on these tabulated wall heights.
Loadings: P ultimate = 0.375 kPa, P service = 0.25 kPa or
P ultimate = 0.525 kPa, P service = 0.35 kPa.
64
Double Stud Wall, Or Single Stud Wall Lined With

Plasterboard on One Side Only
These walls are not for external applications.

All loadings in accordance with AS1170:2002.
Walls analysed in accordance with AS4600:1996.
Noggings in accordance with table.
BMT = Base Metal Thickness.
Double stud walls and single stud walls lined with plasterboard on one side
only require an additional nogging installed 100mm below the top track/
deection head track.
STAGGERED STEEL STUD MAXIMUM WALL HEIGHT NON-LOAD BEARING

Fire Rated and Non-Fire Rated Walls
(UDL 0.25 kPa)
Stud Depth
(mm)
Staggered stud wall lined with

Stud BMT
(mm)
10mm
13mm
16mm
2320
2600
2375
2830
3510
2610
3000
3600
2740
3190
3750
3660
4150
2320
2600
2375
2830
3510
2610
3000
3600
2740
3190
3750
3660
4150
2320
2600
2375
2830
3510
2610
3000
3600
2740
3190
3750
3660
4150
2520
2860
2590
3190
3870
2800
3320
4000
2990
3480
4120
3970
4550
2520
2860
2650
3270
3930
2840
3380
4080
3030
3530
4190
4000
4600
2520
2860
2700
3350
3950
2920
3450
4170
3060
3590
4260
4040
4640
2630
2970
2690
3310
4020
2900
3440
4150
3100
3610
4270
4090
4710
2630
2970
2740
3390
4090
2950
3500
4230
3140
3660
4340
4130
4760
2630
2970
2800
3480
4100
3000
3570
4330
3180
3710
4420
4170
4800
2890
3270
2930
3610
4430
3180
3740
4560
3390
3910
4680
4420
5130
2890
3270
2990
3700
4490
3230
3810
4660
3430
3970
4760
4460
5180
2890
3270
3060
3790
4510
3280
3890
4760
3480
4040
4840
4500
5230
Deection Limit:
Height/240 or 30mm

51
64
76
92
150
0.5
0.75
0.5
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.75
1.15
51
64
76
92
150
0.5
0.75
0.5
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.75
1.15

51
64
76
92
150
0.5
0.75
0.5
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.75
1.15

51
64
76
92
150
0.5
0.75
0.5
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.75
1.15
Deection Limit is Height/240 to a maximum of 30mm at 0.25kPa, in accordance with BCA Specication C1.8.
Tabulated heights are not for axial loads but do include self weight and lateral pressures.
Loadings: P ultimate = 0.375 kPa, P service = 0.25 kPa.
All loadings in accordance with AS1170:2002.
Walls analysed in accordance with AS4600:1996.
No noggings are used in staggered stud walls.
Where studs are shown in the above table spaced at 600mm centres, this means staggering the studs at every 300mm centres etc.
65
RONDO QUIET STUD MAXIMUM WALL HEIGHT

Fire Rated and Non-Fire Rated
Walls
(UDL 0.25 kPa)
INSTALLATION: Plasterboard Layout
Deection Limit:
Height/240 or 30mm
Stud Depth
(mm)
Stud BMT
(mm)
Rondo Quiet Stud wall lined with

10mm
13mm
16mm
4130
4300
4410
4580
Maximum Wall Height Tables apply to Rondo

steel components. Alternative components may
be used if their performance is equivalent or better and
they comply with the relevant standard. All components
must be installed in accordance with the manufacturers
literature.

92
0.55
3700

92
0.55
4020
Deection Limit is Height/240 to a maximum of 30mm

at 0.25kPa, in accordance with BCA Specication C1.8.
Rondo Quiet Stud walls do not contain noggings.
PLASTERBOARD LAYOUT
Non-Fire
Rated
Fire
Rated
Alternate from one side of the wall to the other when xing the plasterboard sheets.
Vertical joints must be 200mm minimum from the edge of any opening such as
windows and doorways to minimise cracking at the joints.
Stagger butt joints by 600mm minimum on adjoining sheets, between layers and
on opposite sides of the wall.
First layer butt joints must be backed by a stud or back-blocked.
Horizontal Layout
First layer butt joints must be backed by a stud.
Stagger recessed edges by 300mm minimum between layers.

Stagger recessed edges by 300mm minimum on opposite sides of the wall
or alternatively, back by a nogging.
Vertical Layout
First layer butt joints must be backed by a nogging or back-blocked.
First layer butt joints must be backed by a nogging.

Stagger recessed edges by 300mm minimum between layers and on opposite
sides of the wall.
Install plasterboard sheets horizontally when

practical to minimise stud twisting and reduce
the effect of glancing light.
Minimise butt joints by using long sheets.
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PLASTERBOARD FIXING
Non-Fire
Rated
Drive screws to just below the sheet surface, taking care not to break the
paper linerboard.
Laminating screws can be used to x butt joints in the second and third layer.
Fire
Rated
Screw and Adhesive Method

Apply MastaGrip Stud Adhesive after the frame is clean, dry, and free from
grease, dust and other contaminants.
Apply MastaGrip daubs 200mm minimum from screws and plasterboard edges.
Screw Only Method

Use the Screw Only Method in tiled or re rated areas. Stud adhesive is
not permitted.
INSTALLATION: Plasterboard Fixing
The Screw and Adhesive Method is recommended

for non-re rated applications.
MastaGrip will:
Minimise screw popping
Reduce the number of screw heads that may show in
glancing light
Assist in compensating for frame irregularities.
SCREW TYPE AND MINIMUM SIZE FOR THE INSTALLATION OF PLASTERBOARD TO STEEL
Plasterboard Thickness
1st Layer
2nd Layer
3rd Layer
6.5mm
25mm 6g S screw
25mm 6g S screw
10mm
25mm 6g S screw
40mm 6g S screw*
13mm
25mm 6g S screw
40mm 6g S screw*
60mm 6g S screw*
16mm
30mm 6g S screw
45mm 6g S screw*
65mm 6g S screw*
For steel up to 0.8mm BMT use Type S ne thread needle point screws.
For steel 0.8mm to 2.0mm BMT use Type S ne thread drill point screws.
*40mm 10g Laminating screws may be used as detailed in installation diagrams.
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FIGURE 2 Non-Fire Rated 1 Layer Horizontal

Fixing
Sheet Layout
Perimeter
Field
Adhesive daubs 25mm diameter and

15mm high, spaced at 300mm max centres
and 200mm min from screw points and
plasterboard edges.
50mm
300mm max
Butt joints
200mm
min from
openings
Float butt joints
between
framing for
Level 4 and
Level 5 nishes
10-15mm
Temporary
holding block
if needed
300mm
max
300mm max
Openings
300mm max
50mm
Horizontal
Perimeter screws 10-15mm from sheet edges
except at top and bottom tracks. Plasterboard
must not be xed to top and bottom tracks.
Recessed Edges Fix on each stud

Butt Joints
Float butt joints between studs and backblock for Level 4 and Level 5 Finishes. Butt
joints permitted on a stud for Level 3 Finish.
Stagger butt joints by 600mm min on
adjoining sheets and on opposite sides
of the wall.
Internal and
External
Corners
Openings
Sealant
Fix at 300mm max centres
Plasterboard
Width (mm)
900
Fastener and Adhesive pattern
1200
S A A A A S
1350
S A A A A A S

Use sealant on all gaps and around
perimeter to maintain acoustic integrity
S A A A S
S = Screw A = Adhesive

Screw Only Method
Fixing
Sheet Layout
Perimeter
Screw Only Method
Field
50mm
Horizontal

Float butt joints
between framing
for Level 4 and
Level 5 nishes
Butt joints
200mm min
from
openings
400mm max
10-15mm
400mm max
300mm max
300mm max
Butt Joints
Float butt joints between studs and backblock for Level 4 and Level 5 Finishes. Butt
joints permitted on a stud for Level 3 Finish.
of the wall.
Internal and
External
Corners
Openings
Sealant

perimeter to maintain acoustic integrity.
Openings
300mm max
50mm
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Fixing
Sheet Layout
Perimeter
Field

plasterboard edges. Fix one screw
at 1200mm max centres.
50mm
300mm max
Butt joints
200mm min
from
openings
Vertical
Recessed Edges Fix at 300mm max centres and stagger
screws. Stagger recessed edges by 300mm

min on opposite sides of the wall.
Butt Joints
200mm min
Screw at
1200mm
max centres
300mm
max
300mm max
stagger screws
Openings
300mm max
300mm max
Fix at 200mm max centres and stagger

screws. Stagger butt joints by 600mm min
on adjoining sheets and on opposite sides
of the wall. 1st layer butt joints must be
backed by a nogging or back-blocked.

Internal and
External Corners
Openings
Sealant

FIGURE 4 Non-Fire Rated 1 Layer Vertical


Screw Only Method
Fixing
Sheet Layout
Perimeter
Screw Only Method
Field
50mm
Vertical

Butt joints
200mm min
from
openings
400mm max

min on opposite sides of the wall.
Butt Joints


Internal and
External Corners
Openings
Use sealant on all gaps and
Sealant
300mm max
stagger screws
300mm
max
300mm max
Openings
300mm max
around perimeter to maintain acoustic

integrity. [Refer to Construction Details]
50mm
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50mm
FIGURE 6 Non-Fire Rated 2 Layers Vertical + Vertical

Screw Only Method + Screw and Adhesive Method
Fixing
50mm
200mm min
Stagger recessed
edges by 300mm
min between layers
2nd layer
300mm max
1st layer
400mm max
stagger screws
1st layer
400mm max
200mm
min
Screw at 1200mm
max centres
300mm
max
1st layer
openings
400mm max
1st layer
400mm max
2nd layer 300mm

max stagger screws
2nd layer
300mm max
2nd layer
openings
300mm max
50mm
1st layer: Screw Only Method

2nd layer: Screw and Adhesive Method
1st layer: Vertical
Sheet Layout
2nd layer: Vertical
Perimeter
1st layer: Fix at 400mm max centres.
Field
2nd layer: Adhesive daubs 25mm diameter and
15mm high, spaced at 300mm max centres and
200mm min from screw points and plasterboard
edges. Fix one screw at 1200mm max centres.
Recessed Edges 1st layer: Fix at 400mm max centres and
stagger screws. Stagger recessed edges
by 300mm min between layers and on
opposite sides of the wall.
2nd layer: Fix at 300mm max centres and
stagger screws.
1st layer: Fix at 300mm max centres and stagger
Butt Joints
screws. Stagger butt joints by 600mm min on
adjoining sheets, between layers and on opposite
sides of the wall. 1st layer butt joints must be
stagger screws. Alternatively, laminate to 1st layer
using laminating screws at 200mm max centres
and stagger screws.
1st layer: Fix at 400mm max centres
Internal and
2nd layer: Fix at 300mm max centres
External
Corners
Openings
Sealant
FIGURE 7 Fire Rated 1 Layer Horizontal

Screw Only Method
Fixing
Sheet Layout
Perimeter
Screw Only Method
Field
50mm
Stagger
recessed
edges by
300mm min
on opposite
sides of the
200mm max
wall or back
by a nogging stagger screws
Butt joints
200mm min
from
openings
10-15mm
200mm max
50mm
70
Horizontal
Recessed Edges Fix on each stud. Stagger recessed edges by
300mm max
300mm max

Use sealant on all gaps and around perimeter
to maintain acoustic integrity.
200mm max
300mm min on opposite sides of the wall or

back by a nogging.
Butt Joints

on adjoining sheets and on opposite sides of
the wall. 1st layer butt joints must be backed
by a stud.
Internal and
External
Corners
Openings
Fire Sealant
Jointing Face
Layer
As a minimum, only use paper tape with

either two coats of MastaBase/MastaLongset
or three coats of MastaLite.
[Refer to Section 4]
Openings
200mm max

Use re sealant on all gaps and around
perimeter to maintain re and acoustic
Fixing
Sheet Layout
Perimeter
Screw Only Method
Field
300mm max
Butt joints
200mm min
from
openings
Stagger
recessed
edges by
300mm
min on
opposite
sides of
the wall
200mm max
stagger screws
200m
m max
Openings
200mm max
200mm max
50mm
FIGURE 9 Fire Rated 2 Layers Vertical + Horizontal

Screw Only Method
50mm
1st layer
300mm max
1st layer
300mm max
1st layer
400mm max
Floating
butt joint
10-15mm
2nd layer
200mm max
2nd layer
200mm max
stagger screws
Butt joints
200mm min
from openings

min on opposite sides of the wall. Recessed
edges must be backed by a stud.
Butt Joints

backed by a nogging.
Internal and
External
Corners
Openings
Fire Sealant
Jointing Face
Layer

or three coats of MastaLite. [Refer to Section 4]
Fixing
Sheet Layout
Screw Only Method
Perimeter

Field

1st layer
openings
300mm
max
2nd
layer
300mm
max
2nd layer
200mm
max stagger
screws
2nd layer
200mm max
50mm

integrity.[Refer to Construction Details]
1st layer: Vertical

2nd layer: Horizontal
stagger screws. Stagger recessed edges by

300mm min on opposite sides of the wall.
Recessed edges must be backed by a stud.
2nd layer: Fix on each stud.
1st layer
300mm max
stagger screws
Stagger recessed edges
and butt joints by 600mm
min between layers
Perimeter screws 10-15mm

from sheet edges except at top and bottom
tracks. Plasterboard must not be xed to top
and bottom tracks.
Butt Joints
1st layer: Fix at 200mm max centres and

stagger screws. Stagger butt joints by
600mm min on adjoining sheets, between
layers and on opposite sides of the wall.
1st layer butt joint must be backed by
a nogging.
stagger screws. Alternatively, oat butt joints
and laminate to 1st layer using laminating
screws at 200mm max centres and
stagger screws.
Internal and
External
Corners
Openings

Fire Sealant

Jointing Face
Layer

2nd layer
openings
200mm
max

71
50mm
Vertical
FIGURE 8 Fire Rated 1 Layer Vertical

Screw Only Method
FIGURE 10 Fire Rated 2 Layers Vertical + Vertical

Screw Only Method
Fixing
Sheet Layout
1st layer: Vertical

2nd layer: Vertical
Perimeter
Field
stagger screws. Recessed edges must be
backed by a stud.
Butt Joints
stagger screws. Stagger butt joints by 600mm
min on adjoining sheets, between layers and
on opposite sides of the wall. 1st layer butt joint
must be backed by a nogging.
stagger screws. Alternatively, laminate to
1st layer using laminating screws at 200mm
max centres and stagger screws.
Internal and
External
50mm
Butt joints
200mm
min from
openings
1st layer
300mm max
stagger screws
2nd layer
300mm
Stagger recessed
edges by 300mm
min between layers
1st layer
openings
300mm
max
1st layer
400mm max
1st layer
300mm max
2nd layer
200mm max
stagger screws
2nd layer
200mm max
2nd layer
200mm max
2nd layer
openings
200mm max
Corners
Openings
50mm
FIGURE 11 Fire Rated 3 Layers All Vertical

Screw Only Method
50mm
3rd layer
laminate at
400mm max
3rd layer
laminate at
400mm max
200mm min
300mm max
stagger screws
2nd layer
200mm max
stagger screws
1st layer
400mm
max
1st layer
400mm
max
Laminate butt joints

at 200mm max
stagger screws
1st layer
openings
300mm
max
2nd layer
openings
200mm
max
2nd layer
300mm max
3rd layer
openings
400mm
max
3rd layer
400mm
Stagger recessed
edges by 300mm
min between layers
72
50mm
Screw Only Method
Fire Sealant

Jointing Face
Layer

Fixing
Sheet Layout
Perimeter
Screw Only Method

1st, 2nd and 3rd layers: Vertical

Field
2nd layer: Fix at 300mm max centres.
3rd layer: Fix at 400mm max centres
or alternatively, laminate to 2nd layer at
400x400mm max centres.
stagger screws. Stagger recessed edges
by 300mm min on opposite sides of the wall.
backed by a stud.3rd layer: Fix at 400mm
Butt Joints
min on adjoining sheets, between layers and
on opposite sides of the wall. 1st layer butt joint
2nd and 3rd layers: Fix at 200mm max centres
and stagger screws. Alternatively, laminate
to previous layer using laminating screws at
200mm max centres and stagger screws.
Internal and
External Corners 2nd layer: Fix at 200mm max centres
Openings
Fire Sealant
Jointing Face
Layer
200mm min
1st layer
Screws at
400mm max
1st layer
300mm max
1st layer
300mm max
1st layer
Openings
300mm
max
1st layer
Screws 200mm max
stagger fasteners
2nd layer
200mm max
2nd layer
200mm max
2nd layer
Screws at
300mm max
Perimeter

Field

2nd layer
Openings
200mm
max
2nd layer
Screws 200mm max
stagger fasteners
edges by 300mm min between layers, and on

opposite sides of the wall or back by a nogging.
Butt Joints

and stagger screws.
Internal and
External
Corners
Openings

Fire Sealant

Jointing Face
Layer

Fixing
Sheet Layout
Screw Only Method
Perimeter

Field

10-15mm
FIGURE 12 Fire Rated 2 Layers Horizontal + Horizontal

Screw Only Method
50mm
200mm max
Butt joints
200mm min
from openings
300mm max
200mm max
10-15mm
200mm max
stagger screws
200mm max
300mm max
200mm max
200mm max
stagger
screws
50mm
Openings
200mm max
1st layer: Horizontal (FireShield)

2nd layer: Horizontal (Fibre Cement)
edges by 300mm min between layers, and on

opposite sides of the wall or back by a nogging.
Butt Joints

1st layer butt joints must be backed by
a stud.
and stagger screws.
Internal and
External
Corners
Openings

Fire Sealant

Jointing Face
Layer

Stagger
recessed
edges by
300mm min
between
layers
Stagger butt joints

by 600mm min
between layers

Recessed Edges 1st layer: Fix on each stud. Stagger recessed
Openings
200mm max
10-15mm
1st layer: Horizontal

Stagger
recessed
edges by
300mm min
between
layers
Stagger butt joints

by 600mm min
between layers
10-15mm
Screw Only Method

73
10-15mm
Fixing
Sheet Layout
FIGURE 11a Fire Rated 2 Layers Horizontal + Horizontal

Screw Only Method

Screw Only Method
50mm
Butt joints
200mm
min from
openings
200mm max
stagger screws
Stagger recessed
edges by 300mm
min between layers
300mm
max
Screw Only Method
Perimeter

Field

200mm max
stagger screws
200mm max

300mm min between layers and on opposite
sides of the wall. Recessed edges must be
backed by a stud.
backed by a stud.
Butt Joints

and stagger screws. Stagger butt joints by
a nogging.
stagger screws. Alternatively, laminate to
Internal and
External
Corners
Openings

Fire Sealant

perimeter to maintain re and acoustic integrity.
Jointing Face
Layer

Openings
200mm max
50mm
74
1st layer: Vertical (FireShield)

2nd layer: Vertical (Fibre Cement)
300mm max
200mm max
200mm
max
Fixing
Sheet Layout

NON-FIRE RATED
WALL HEAD AND BASE FOR SINGLE AND DOUBLE STUD WALLS ELEVATION
Fix 50mm from

sheet top. Do not
x through track
Sealant required to
maintain acoustic
integrity
Fix top track to slab
at 600mm max
centres and 100mm
max from ends
Align service holes

in studs prior to
xing plasterboard
Non-re rated
plasterboard
Do not rigidly x cornice to walls

where oating studs are used.
Fix 50mm from sheet

bottom. Do not x
through track
Fix deection head

track to slab at
600mm max centres
and 100mm max
from ends

where deection heads are used.
FIGURE 14 Wall Head to Slab

Non-load bearing wall
Push studs down

completely into
bottom track
20mm clearance
to stud and
plasterboard
5-10mm
clearance to stud
and plasterboard
FIGURE 15 Wall Deection Head

Fix bottom track to

slab at 600mm max
centres and 100mm
max from ends
Sealant required to
maintain acoustic
integrity
5-10mm clearance
to plasterboard
20mm clearance
to stud and
plasterboard
CONSTRUCTION DETAILS
Fix 50mm from

sheet top. Do not
x through track
100mm max
between soft
and nogging
Fix 50mm from

sheet top. Do not
x through track
Non-re rated
plasterboard
Fix nogging both

sides of stud

FIGURE 16 Wall Base to Slab

Fix stud to top and

bottom track for
loadbearing walls
FIGURE 17 Wall Lined One Side Only Deection Head

Sealant required to
maintain acoustic
integrity

at 600mm max
centres and 100mm
max from ends

Load bearing wall
Sealant required to
maintain acoustic
integrity
5-10mm
clearance to
plasterboard
Non-re rated
plasterboard
Fix 50mm from sheet

bottom. Do not x
through track
Fix track to both

sides of stud
5-10mm clearance
to plasterboard
FIGURE 19 Wall Lined One Side Only

75
FIRE RATED
15mm clearance
to top of stud
Fire sealant required

to maintain re and
acoustic integrity
Fix top track to slab at

600mm max centres
and 100mm max from
ends
10mm clearance
to plasterboard
Fix 50mm from
sheet top. Do not
x through track
Fix 50mm from
sheet top. Do not
x through track
Align service holes

in studs prior to
xing plasterboard
FireShield

where oating studs are used.
Fix 50mm from sheet

bottom. Do not x
through track
Fix deection head

track to slab at
600mm max centres
and 100mm max from
ends


Push studs down

completely into
bottom track
20mm clearance
to stud and
plasterboard
FIGURE 21 Wall Deection Head

20mm clearance
to stud and
plasterboard
Fix bottom track to

slab at 600mm max
centres and 100mm
max from ends
100mm max
between soft
and nogging
Fix 50mm from

sheet top. Do not
x through track
5-10mm clearance
to plasterboard
Non-re rated
plasterboard
Fix nogging both

sides of stud

Fix stud to top and

bottom track for
loadbearing walls
FIGURE 23 Wall Lined One Side Only Deection Head

Fix 50mm from

sheet top.

at 600mm max
centres and 100mm
max from ends

Load bearing wall
76

to maintain re and
acoustic integrity
10mm clearance
to plasterboard
FireShield
Fix 50mm from sheet

bottom. Do not x
through track
Fix track to both

sides of stud
5-10mm clearance
to plasterboard
FIGURE 25 Wall Lined One Side Only

FireShield
Fibre Cement
Fix 50mm from sheet

bottom. Do not x
through track
Fire sealant
required to
maintain re and
acoustic integrity
5-10mm clearance to
bre cement
FIGURE 26 FireShield and Fibre Cement Wall Base

FIRE RATED AND NON-FIRE RATED
Fix 50mm from

sheet top. Do not
x through track
5-10mm clearance
to stud and
plasterboard
Sealant required to
maintain acoustic
integrity
Staggered stud clip
(Rondo No126)
Non-re rated
plasterboard
at 600mm max
centres and 100mm
max from ends
15mm clearance
to top of stud
to maintain re and
acoustic integrity
Staggered stud clip
(Rondo No126)
at 600mm max
centres and 100mm
max from ends

where oating studs are used
FIGURE 27 Staggered Stud Wall Head to Slab

Deection head
staggered stud clip
(Rondo No152)
20mm clearance
to stud and
Staggered stud clip
plasterboard
(Rondo No126)
Fix deection head

track to slab at
600mm max
centres and 100mm
max from ends
10mm clearance
to plasterboard
Fix 50mm from

sheet top. Do not
x through track
FireShield

where oating studs are used
FIGURE 28 Staggered Stud Wall Head to Slab

Push studs down

completely into
bottom track
Fix 50mm from

sheet top. Do not
x through track
WALL HEAD AND BASE FOR STAGGERED STUD WALLS ELEVATION
Fix 50mm from sheet

bottom. Do not x
through track
Fix bottom track to slab at

600mm max centres and
100mm max from ends

to maintain re and
acoustic integrity
5-10mm clearance to
plasterboard

where deection heads are used
FIGURE 29 Staggered Stud Wall Deection Head

FIGURE 30 Staggered Stud Wall Base to Slab

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NON-FIRE RATED
WALL HEAD FINISHING DETAIL FOR SINGLE, DOUBLE AND STAGGERED STUD WALLS ELEVATION
Sealant required to
maintain acoustic
integrity
Cornice cement
Flexible sealant
Sealant required to
maintain acoustic
integrity
Casing bead
(Rondo P03/P05/
P07/P08)

Non-re rated
plasterboard
FIGURE 31 Wall Head to Slab Finishing Detail

With bare nish and cornice
Shadowline
casing bead
(Rondo
P06/P09)
Non-re rated
plasterboard

With casing bead and shadowline
Top cross rail

Top cross rail
Additional furring channel

at wall/ceiling intersection
Furring channel
Sealant required to
maintain acoustic
integrity
Cornice cement
Stopping angle
(Rondo P25/P26/P27)
Fix top track to each

furring channel
Non-re rated
plasterboard
FIGURE 33 Wall Head to Suspended Ceiling

Finishing Detail
With stopping angle and cornice
Sealant required to
maintain acoustic
integrity
Shadowline casing
bead (Rondo
P06/P09)
Casing bead
(Rondo P03/P05/P07/P08)
Non-re rated
plasterboard
Fix top track to furring channel

at 600mm max centres and
100mm from ends

Finishing Detail
Top cross rail

Top cross rail

Furring channel
Sealant required to
maintain acoustic
integrity
Non-re rated
plasterboard
Square set corner

furring channel

Finishing Detail
With bare nish and square set
Shadowline
stopping bead
(Rondo P50/P60)
Non-re rated
plasterboard

Finishing Detail
With shadowline
Shadowline Stopping Beads should not be used

adjacent to windows, doors and studs carrying
loads greater than 0.25kPa.
78
FIRE RATED
Fire sealant
Cornice cement
Fire sealant or
exible sealant
FireShield
Stopping angle
(Rondo
P25/P26/P27)
Casing bead
(Rondo P03/P05/
P07/P08)

where deection heads are used
Fire sealant
FireShield

With casing bead and stopping angle

Top cross rail

at wall/ceiling intersection.
Top cross rail
Fire sealant
Fire sealant
Cornice cement
Stopping angle
(Rondo P25/P26/P27)

furring channel
FireShield
Casing bead
(Rondo P03/P05/
P07/P08)

Finishing Detail
With stopping angle and cornice
FireShield
Furring channel
Fire sealant behind

Shadowline
Shadowline
casing bead
(Rondo P06/P09)
Fix top track to furring channel
100mm from ends

Finishing Detail
Top cross rail

Top cross rail

Furring channel
Fire sealant
Square set corner
FireShield

furring channel

Finishing Detail
Shadowline
stopping bead
(Rondo P50/P60)
Fire sealant behind

shadowline
FireShield

Finishing Detail
With shadowline
Shadowline Stopping Beads should not be

used adjacent to windows, doors and studs
carrying loads greater than 0.25kPa.
Shadowline Stopping Beads must not be used on
single layer re rated systems. Check minimum re
sealant width and depth from the manufacturer to
maintain FRL.
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FIRE RATED
30x5mm steel ats to purlins

Aluminium rivets to
join steel ats to
purlins.
Purlin
Fix top track to angle at

600mm max centres. Do
not pierce roof lining
FIGURE 43 Wall Head to Roof

Wall to parallel purlins
Non-combustible
roof lining
Fill gap with re resisting mineral wool to

maintain FRL of wall system to non-combustible
roof lining. Check maximum gap with mineral
wool manufacturer.
Non-combustible
roof lining
Foil-backed
insulation
Foil-backed
insulation
Purlin
Purlin
Purlin
FireShield
Aluminium rivets must be used

to join the steel ats to purlins.
In the event of re, the rivets will
detach from the purlin.

Wall perpendicular to purlins
FIRE RATED
WALL TO SUPPORTING STRUCTURAL BEAM ELEVATION
Push studs down

completely into
bottom track
Fix 50mm from

sheet bottom.
Do not x
through track
FireShield used to re
protect structural beam.
Beam must have load
bearing FRL equal or
greater to non-load
bearing FRL of wall.
[Refer to Section 3.6.3
for details]
Fix bottom track to

beam at 600mm
max centres and
100mm max from
ends
Overlap FireShied
strip 100mm min
5-10mm
clearance to
plasterboard
Structural beam to
support wall above.
Height of structural
beam 300mm max.
Install wall track
upright above
Fix FireShield to track
at 300mm max
centres.
Structural beam
to support wall
above
Fix 50mm
from sheet
top. Do not x
through track
Push studs down

completely into
bottom track
20mm
clearance to
stud and
plasterboard
Fix 50mm from

sheet top. Do not
x through track
Fix deection head

track to beam at
600mm max
centres and 100mm
max from ends
Use this detail when wall exceeds

maximum height limit of studs.
FIGURE 45 Wall Head to Supporting Structural Beam

80
Fix bottom track to

beam at 600mm max
centres and 100mm
max from ends
Fix 40mm-10g
laminating screws
at 300mm max
centres along
FireShield strip
Laminating screws
300mm max
1 strip of FireShield
over wall system.
FireShield thckness
same as wall
system.
20mm clearance
to stud and
plasterboard
Fix 40mm-10g
laminating screws at
300mm max centres
along FireShield strip.
Do not x through
Fix deection head track
to beam at 600mm max
centres and 100mm
max from ends

FIGURE 46 Wall Head to Supporting Structural Beam

Wall system designed for load bearing FRL to re protect
structural beam
NON-FIRE RATED
WALL JUNCTIONS FOR SINGLE AND DOUBLE STUD WALLS PLAN VIEW
Use masonry xings at 500mm

max centres vertically
Install additional stud

to support intersection
Non-re rated
plasterboard
100mm max
Fix screws or toggle

bolts at 600mm max
centres vertically
5-10mm clearance
to plasterboard
600mm max
Optional stopping angle (Rondo P25/P26/P27)

Set internal corner
Sealant required to maintain acoustic integrity
Non-re rated
plasterboard
FIGURE 47 Plasterboard to Masonry

Intersecting wall
Studs at 600mm max
FIGURE 48 Intersecting Wall
Set external corner bead
Install additional studs

600mm max
100mm max
Non-re rated plasterboard
FIGURE 49 Wall End
Fix studs together at

600mm centres vertically
Set internal corner
Set internal corner
Set external
corner bead
100mm max
FIGURE 50 Alternate Intersecting Wall
FIGURE 51 Corner
Install min 0.7mm BMT steel support

when wall angle exceeds 25o

Set external
corner bead
Stud at change
of direction
Set internal corner

Set internal corner
Sealant required in
corners to maintain
acoustic integrity
Set external
corner bead
FIGURE 52 Alternate Corner
Non-re rated
plasterboard
FIGURE 53 Angled Corner
81
FIRE RATED
WALL JUNCTIONS FOR SINGLE AND DOUBLE STUD WALLS PLAN VIEW
Use masonry xings at 500mm max centres vertically
Use masonry xings at 500mm max centres vertically

5-10mm clearance to plasterboard
FireShield
600mm max
600mm max
100mm max
Fire sealant required to maintain

re and acoustic integrity
Fire sealant required to maintain re and acoustic integrity

Intersecting wall

Intersecting wall
Studs at 600mm max
Fix screws or toggle bolts at

600mm max centres vertically
600mm max
100mm max

FireShield
Fill any gaps with re sealant to

maintain re and acoustic integrity.
FIGURE 56 Fire Rated Wall End
Set internal corner
FIGURE 57
Fire Rated
Intersecting Wall
FireShield

Fix studs together at 600mm

FireShield
Set internal corner
Set external
corner bead
FireShield
continuous behind
non-re rated wall
100mm max
Set internal corner

Non-re rated
plasterboard
FIGURE 58 Corner
FIGURE 59 Non-Fire Rated Intersecting Wall

Install min 0.7mm BMT steel
support for angled wall
Set external
corner bead
Set internal corner
Set external
corner bead
Stud at change
of direction
Use re sealant under
corners to maintain re
and acoustic integrity
Set internal corner
FireShield
FIGURE 60 Corner
82
FIRE RATED
WALL JUNCTIONS FOR STAGGERED STUD WALLS PLAN VIEW
5-10mm clearance
to plasterboard
Use full width stud

100mm max

Intersecting wall
Fire sealant required to maintain re and acoustic integrity
300mm max
Install additional stud to

support intersection
Use full width stud

300mm max
Set internal corner
FIGURE 63 Wall End

Use full width stud
FireShield
Continue plasterboard
through cavity and x
to stud
FireShield
Use a full width stud
Set external
corner bead
Install min 0.7mm BMT steel
support for angled wall
FIGURE 64 Corner
Set external
corner bead
Use full width studs at
change of direction
Set internal corner
Set external
corner bead
Set internal corner
Use re sealant
under corners to
maintain re and
acoustic integrity
FIGURE 66 Alternate Corner
FireShield
83
FIRE RATED
STEEL STUD WALL BUILT FROM ONE SIDE ONLY
Joint face
layer only
3 layers max
Joint face layer only

3 layers max
Further layer/s
here are optional
Joint face layer only.
35x35mm steel angle xed to

both studs at 400mm max centres
and 100mm max from ends.
FIGURE 68 Fire Rated Wall Congutration

Fire rated from both directions
(Built from one side only) Plan view

FIGURE 69 Fire Rated Wall Congutration

Fire rated from both directions
(Built from one side only) Plan view
20mm clearance
to stud and
plasterboard


100mm max between

soft and nogging
Deection head track
Fix 50mm from sheet top.

Do not x through track

Fix nogging both sides of stud
FireShield
Set the face layer of both sets
of FireShield layers with paper
tape and with either two coats of
MastaBase/MastaLongest or three
coats of MastaLite.

(Built from one side only) Elevation view


FAR3419
Fix 50mm from sheet bottom.


5 - 10mm clearance to plasterboard

(Built from one side only) Elevation view
84
FIRE RATED
STEEL STUD WALL BUILT FROM ONE SIDE ONLY PLAN VIEW
Use masonry xings at

600mm max

5 - 10mm clearance to plasterboard. Fill with re
mastic to maintain re and acoustic integrity.
Fill any gaps with re mastic to
Set face the layer of both sets of

FireShield layers with paper tape
and with either two coats of MastaBase/
MastaLongest or three coats of MastaLite.

Interesecting wall
FIGURE 73 Internal Corner
FIGURE 74 External Corner
85

WALL CONTROL JOINTS FOR SINGLE, DOUBLE AND STAGGERED STUD WALLS PLAN VIEW
15mm
Non-re rated
plasterboard
Studs on both sides

of control joint
Backing rod only
required for acoustic
or smoke purposes
15mm
FireShield
22mm backing rod
22mm IBS backing rod
Tracks discontinuous
over control joint
22mm backing rod
Sealant depth same as

plasterboard thickness to
maintain acoustic integrity
Optional control joint bead
re sealant depth same as

plasterboard thickness to maintain
Optional corner bead
FIGURE 75 Control Joint
Non-re rated
plasterboard
FIGURE 76 Fire Rated Control Joint
15mm

15mm
FireShield
22mm backing rod

over control joint
WaterShield

over control joint

Waterproof sealant depth same

as plasterboard thickness to
22mm backing rod
re sealant depth same as


(Includes wet areas)
15mm
Fibre cement
FireShield
22mm backing rod

Tiles and adhesive

10mm

FIGURE 79 Fire rated control joint

Align control joint in
plasterboard wall with other
structures control joints



and do not x to stud
150mm max

Sealant required to
FIGURE 80 Control Joint at Intersecting Wall
86
Control joint in
other structure

With other structure

DOORS FOR SINGLE, DOUBLE AND STAGGERED STUD WALLS
Fix studs to tracks

around door
Door head trimmer

from track
Box wall studs

around door frame
Timber door frame
Metal door frame
Fix studs to bottom

tracks around door
Timber door jamb
FIGURE 82 Door Frame Elevation

Box steel wall studs
around door frame
Timber stud
Timber door jamb
Metal door frame
Architrave
Stopping angle (Rondo P25/P26/P27)
FIGURE 83 Timber Door Jamb Plan View

around door frame
Timber door jamb
FIGURE 84 Typical Metal Door Jamb Plan View

Metal door frame back-filled with
suitable fire resisting material as
specified by fire rated door jamb
manufacturer
FireShield
Shadowline stopping bead (Rondo P50)

With shadowline stopping bead
around door frame
Timber door jamb
FIGURE 86 Fire Rated Metal Door Jamb

Example only Plan view
Metal door frame back-filled with
suitable fire resisting material as
specified by fire rated door jamb
manufacturer

With stopping angle

around door frame

87
FIRE RATED
FIRE PENETRATIONS FOR SINGLE, DOUBLE AND STAGGERED STUD WALLS
FireShield
Fire rated
switchbox
These re rated penetration

details may follow the proprietry
installation requirements from
particular re protection product
manufacturers. Installation instructions
and product performance must be
veried by the re protection product
manufacturer.
For re rating plumbing

penetration details refer to
Section 3.1.4 Wet Areas
FIGURE 89 Fire Rated Switch-Plate and GPO

Elevation example only
Fix through FireShield to stud

mounting bracket
re sealant
Maximum of two power-point

GPOs per FireShield protection
box. The FireShield protection box
must be made of the same thickness
and number of layers of FireShield as
the system it is installed in. Any gaps
must be sealed with re sealant.
Electrical cable
Top view
Steel stud
Intumescent
backing strip
Fire sealant
Stud mounting
bracket
Power-point GPO
300mm max
FireShield
200mm max
Fix FireShield on top, bottom, sides and back

Nogging xed
to steel studs
FireShield
Side view
Front view
FIGURE 90 FireShield Protection Box For Non-Fire Rated Switch-Plate and GPO
Installed in double layer systems

mounting bracket
re sealant

Electrical cable
Top view
Steel stud
Stud mounting
bracket
Power-point GPO
300mm max
2 layers of
FireShield
200mm max
Fix FireShield on top, bottom, sides and

back
Front view
Nogging xed
to steel studs
FireShield
Side view
FIGURE 91 FireShield Protection Box For Non-Fire Rated Switch-Plate and GPO
88
FIRE RATED
FIRE PENETRATIONS FOR SINGLE, DOUBLE AND STAGGERED STUD WALLS ELEVATION
26-32mm
26-32mm
Promat maximum opening size
70mm high and 440mm wide
Cable tray
Cable
Cable/s
Check max
opening
Fire sealant
Check max opening
Promat Promaseal
re sealant
FIGURE 92 Typical Cable Penetration

Up to 2 hours FRL, example only
FIGURE 93 Typical Cable Tray Penetration

26-32mm
Promaseal
IBS strip
50mm min

50mm
min
Cable/s
Promat Promaseal re
sealant 1-2mm thick
30mm max
Promaseal IBS Strips
110mm max
Side view
Front view
FireShield
FIGURE 94 IBS Foam Strip Method For Cable Penetration

Maintains FRL of wall system, example only
26-32mm
Promaseal
IBS strips
Cable tray
50mm min
50mm min
Cable Tray
Promat Promaseal re
sealant 1-2mm thick
95mm max
Promaseal IBS Strips
Cable/s
320mm max
Front view
Side view
FireShield
FIGURE 95 IBS Foam Strip and Cable Tray Method For Cable Penetration
Fire sealant
26-32mm
Acrylic sealant
IBS rod
Plastic Pipe
Metal Pipe
The maximum gap width is

determined by the nominal
IBS/backing rod size.
Fire sealant
Check
max gap
Refer to re collar
manufacturer for
sizing
FIGURE 97 Fire Collar

Metal Pipe
Promat Promaseal
re sealant
Backing rod
20mm max gap between

re collar and FireShield
Promat type FCW re
collar. Check sizing
with Promat.
Plastic Pipe
FIGURE 96 Typical Metal Pipe Penetrations

Max wall width is 128mm

otherwise two re rated wall
collars required
FIGURE 98 Fire Rated Wall Collar

89
FIRE RATED
Must be the same
thickness and
number of layers
of FireShield as the
system it is
installed in
Fire
sealant
Bottom track
Metal angle
Maximum
gap width is
determined
by the
nominal IBS
rod size
Fill gap with re sealant

to a depth of 5mm.
Boxed studs
Metal angle
FireShield
Fire sealant
Side view
Front view
Refer to re damper manufacturer

for specic installation detail.
FIGURE 99 Fire Damper Installation

Example only
90
3.1.2
SYSTEMS
Internal Timber Walls

93

MastaShield
SoundShield
Fire Rated Systems
93
93
97
103
INSTALLATION
121
Framing
Maximum Wall
Height Tables
Plasterboard Layout
Plasterboard Fixing
121
122
123
125
125
CONSTRUCTION
DETAILS
135
INTRODUCTION
Internal timber walls
are a common form of
construction for low rise
residential and commercial
buildings. Applications range
from standard residential
walls to home theatres and
inter-tenancy separation.
This section contains
systems, installation
instructions and construction
details for general and re
rated internal timber walls.
[For separating wall
construction details,
refer to Section 3.3.3]
[For Knauf InterHome
systems and installation,
refer to the latest InterHome
brochure on the website]
92
QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE

For walls surrounding Sole Occupancy Units (SOUs)
Acoustic Requirement
Rw 45
Rw 50
Rw 50 and
Rw + Ctr 50
Rw + Ctr 50 and
Fire Rating
System
Page
//
KTW250
98
/60/60
KTW350
104
/60/60
KTW355
101
/90/90
KTW355
101
/120/120
KTW326
114
/60/60
KTW330
116
/90/90
KTW335
118
/120/120
KTW336
118
60/60/60
KTW322
112
90/90/90
KTW322
112
120/120/120
KTW327
114
60/60/60
KTW336
118
90/90/90
KTW332
116
120/120/120
KTW337
118
NON-FIRE RATED

FRAME:
Timber studs at maximum 600mm centres
Stud Depth
FRL
//
70
90
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud Width
Width
(mm)
Non-Load Bearing Non-Load Bearing

MGP10 Timber MGP10 Timber
Studs at 600mm Studs at 450mm
35
3.74
3.90
45
3.88
4.07
35
4.54
4.77
45
4.74
5.01
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
R2.0
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
90
33 (25)
37 (28)
37 (28)
110
34 (25)
38 (28)
39 (30)
38 (28)
Acoustic Report
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Stud Size
(mm)
KTW11
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
Stud Depth
FRL
//
70
90
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud Width
Width
(mm)

35
3.74
3.90
45
3.88
4.07
35
4.54
4.77
45
4.74
5.01
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
R2.0
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
100
37 (30)
41 (33)
41 (33)
120
38 (30)
42 (33)
43 (34)
42 (33)
Acoustic Report
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KTW12
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
Stud Depth
FRL
//
70
90
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud Width
Width
(mm)

35
3.74
3.90
45
3.88
4.07
35
4.54
4.77
45
4.74
5.01
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
R2.0
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
110
41 (33)
44 (36)
44 (36)
130
41 (33)
45 (37)
47 (38)
45 (37)
KTW10
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KTW15
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
Stud Depth
FRL
//
70
90
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud Width
Width
(mm)

35
4.01
4.16
45
4.14
4.31
35
4.82
5.03
45
5.00
5.25
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
R2.0
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
96
34 (27)
39 (30)
39 (30)
116
35 (27)
39 (31)
40 (32)
39 (31)
Acoustic Report
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3094-45
KTW16
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
Stud Depth
FRL
//
70
90
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud Width
Width
(mm)

35
4.01
4.16
45
4.14
4.31
35
4.82
5.03
45
5.00
5.25
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
R2.0
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
109
39 (31)
43 (34)
43 (34)
129
39 (32)
43 (36)
44 (37)
43 (36)
Acoustic Report
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3094-45
KTW17
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
Stud Depth
FRL
//
70
90
94
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud Width
Width
(mm)

35
4.01
4.16
45
4.14
4.31
35
4.82
5.03
45
5.00
5.25
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
R2.0
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
122
42 (35)
46 (39)
46 (39)
142
43 (36)
47 (40)
48 (41)
47 (40)
Acoustic Report
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Stud Size
(mm)
FRL
//
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Width
(mm)

Stud Depth
Stud Width
70mm on
90mm plate
35
3.33
3.53
45
3.50
3.73
90mm on
120mm plate
35
4.11
4.39
45
4.35
4.67
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
R2.0
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
110
34 (27)
41 (33)
42 (34)
40 (32)
140
35 (29)
42 (33)
43 (34)
42 (32)
Acoustic Report
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Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant
KTW21
FRAME:
Staggered timber studs at maximum 600mm centres [300mm staggered]
Stud Size
(mm)
FRL
//
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Width
(mm)

Stud Depth
Stud Width
70mm on
90mm plate
35
3.33
3.53
45
3.50
3.73
90mm on
120mm plate
35
4.11
4.39
45
4.35
4.67
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
R2.0
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
120
38 (33)
45 (36)
47 (37)
45 (36)
150
38 (33)
47 (38)
48 (39)
47 (38)
Acoustic Report
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3094-45
Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant
KTW22
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
FRL
//
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Width
(mm)

Stud Depth
Stud Width
70mm on
90mm plate
35
3.33
3.53
45
3.50
3.73
90mm on
120mm plate
35
4.11
4.39
45
4.35
4.67
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
R2.0
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
130
41 (35)
50 (41)
52 (43)
50 (41)
160
42 (36)
51 (44)
53 (45)
51 (43)
Acoustic Report
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Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant
95

FRAME:
KTW20
KTW25
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
FRL
//
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Width
(mm)

Stud Depth
Stud Width
70mm on
90mm plate
35
3.50
3.69
45
3.66
3.88
90mm on
120mm plate
35
4.28
4.54
45
4.51
4.81
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
R2.0
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
116
36 (29)
43 (34)
45 (36)
43 (34)
146
37 (32)
45 (37)
46 (38)
44 (36)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-45
Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant
KTW26
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
Stud Depth
FRL
//
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Width
(mm)

Stud Width MGP10 Timber Studs MGP10 Timber
at 600mm
Studs at 450mm
70mm on
90mm plate
35
3.50
3.69
45
3.66
3.88
90mm on
120mm plate
35
4.28
4.54
45
4.51
4.81
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
R2.0
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
129
40 (35)
48 (40)
50 (41)
48 (40)
159
41 (35)
49 (42)
51 (43)
49 (42)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-45
Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant
KTW27
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
FRL
//
96
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Width
(mm)

Stud Depth
Stud Width
70mm on
90mm plate
35
3.50
3.69
45
3.66
3.88
90mm on
120mm plate
35
4.28
4.54
45
4.51
4.81
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
R2.0
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
142
44 (38)
52 (45)
54 (47)
52 (45)
172
45 (39)
53 (47)
54 (49)
53 (47)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-45
Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant
KTW210
Stud Depth
FRL
//
70
90
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud Width
Width
(mm)

35
3.74
3.90
45
3.88
4.07
35
4.54
4.77
45
4.74
5.01
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
R2.0
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
90
34 (27)
42 (31)
41 (31)
110
36 (28)
42 (32)
43 (33)
42 (32)
Acoustic Report
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Stud Size
(mm)

FRAME:
KTW211
WALL LINING: [SIDE 1] 1 layer of 10mm SoundShield
[SIDE 2] 2 layers of 10mm SoundShield
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
Stud Depth
FRL
//
70
90
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud Width
Width
(mm)

35
3.74
3.90
45
3.88
4.07
35
4.54
4.77
45
4.74
5.01
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
R2.0
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
100
39 (32)
44 (35)
44 (35)
120
40 (32)
44 (37)
45 (38)
44 (37)
Acoustic Report
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3094-45
KTW212
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
Stud Depth
FRL
//
70
90
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud Width
Width
(mm)

35
3.74
3.90
45
3.88
4.07
35
4.54
4.77
45
4.74
5.01
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
R2.0
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
110
42 (35)
46 (39)
46 (39)
130
43 (36)
47 (40)
48 (41)
47 (40)
Acoustic Report
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KTW250
FRAME:
Timber studs at maximum 600mm centres with resilient mounts
and minimum 16mm furring channel
[Resilient mounts and furring channel on one side only]
STUD SIZE
(mm)
Stud Depth
FRL
//
70
90
MAX HEIGHT
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud Width
WIDTH
(mm)

35
3.33
3.53
45
3.50
3.73
35
4.11
4.39
45
4.35
4.67
ACOUSTICS
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
R2.0
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
125
37 (29)
46 (35)
47 (36)
46 (35)
145
38 (29)
47 (36)
48 (37)
47 (36)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-45
Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant
KTW251
FRAME:
Timber studs at maximum 600mm centres with
resilient mounts and minimum 16mm furring channel
Stud Size
(mm)
Stud Depth
FRL
//
70
90
98
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud Width
Width
(mm)

35
3.33
3.53
45
3.50
3.73
35
4.11
4.39
45
4.35
4.67
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
R2.0
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
135
42 (33)
51 (41)
53 (42)
51 (40)
155
42 (34)
52 (42)
53 (43)
52 (42)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-45
Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant

FRAME:
Stud Depth
FRL
//
70
90
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud Width
Width
(mm)

35
4.01
4.16
45
4.14
4.31
35
4.82
5.03
45
5.00
5.25
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
R2.0
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
96
37 (30)
41 (33)
41 (33)
116
38 (30)
42 (34)
42 (36)
42 (34)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-45
Stud Size
(mm)
KTW216
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
Stud Depth
FRL
//
70
90
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud Width
Width
(mm)

35
4.01
4.16
45
4.14
4.31
35
4.82
5.03
45
5.00
5.25
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
R2.0
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
109
42 (34)
44 (39)
44 (39)
129
42 (35)
45 (40)
46 (41)
45 (39)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-45
KTW217
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
Stud Depth
FRL
//
70
90
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud Width
Width
(mm)

35
4.01
4.16
45
4.14
4.31
35
4.82
5.03
45
5.00
5.25
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
R2.0
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
122
45 (39)
47 (42)
47 (42)
142
46 (39)
47 (43)
48 (44)
47 (43)
KTW215
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-45
99
KTW255
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
Stud Depth
FRL
//
70
90
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud Width
Width
(mm)

35
3.50
3.69
45
3.66
3.88
35
4.28
4.54
45
4.51
4.81
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
R2.0
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
131
41 (32)
49 (41)
51 (42)
49 (40)
151
42 (33)
50 (42)
51 (43)
50 (42)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-45
Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant
KTW256
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
Stud Depth
FRL
//
70
90
100
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud Width
Width
(mm)

35
3.50
3.69
45
3.66
3.88
35
4.28
4.54
45
4.51
4.81
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
R2.0
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
144
46 (37)
54 (46)
55 (47)
54 (46)
164
47 (38)
54 (47)
56 (48)
54 (47)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-45
Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant
Stud Size
(mm)
FRL
//
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Width
(mm)

Stud Depth
Stud Width
70mm on
90mm plate
35
3.33
3.53
45
3.50
3.73
90mm on
120mm plate
35
4.11
4.39
45
4.35
4.67
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
R2.0
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
110
36 (29)
43 (34)
45 (36)
43 (34)
140
37 (32)
45 (37)
46 (38)
44 (37)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-45
Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant
KTW221
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
FRL
//
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Width
(mm)

Stud Depth
Stud Width
70mm on
90mm plate
35
3.33
3.53
45
3.50
3.73
90mm on
120mm plate
35
4.11
4.39
45
4.35
4.67
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
R2.0
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
120
40 (36)
48 (40)
50 (41)
48 (40)
150
41 (36)
49 (42)
51 (43)
49 (42)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-45
Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant
KTW222
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
FRL
//
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Width
(mm)

Stud Depth
Stud Width
70mm on
90mm plate
35
3.33
3.53
45
3.50
3.73
90mm on
120mm plate
35
4.11
4.39
45
4.35
4.67
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
R2.0
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
130
44 (38)
52 (46)
54 (47)
52 (45)
160
45 (39)
53 (47)
54 (49)
53 (47)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-45
Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant
101

FRAME:
KTW220
KTW225
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
FRL
//
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Width
(mm)

Stud Depth
Stud Width
70mm on
90mm plate
35
3.50
3.69
45
3.66
3.88
90mm on
120mm plate
35
4.28
4.54
45
4.51
4.81
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
R2.0
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
116
39 (32)
47 (40)
48 (41)
46 (40)
146
41 (35)
47 (42)
49 (43)
47 (42)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-45
Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant
KTW226
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
FRL
//
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Width
(mm)

Stud Depth
Stud Width
70mm on
90mm plate
35
3.50
3.69
45
3.66
3.88
90mm on
120mm plate
35
4.28
4.54
45
4.51
4.81
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
R2.0
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
129
44 (39)
51 (45)
52 (47)
51 (45)
159
45 (39)
52 (47)
53 (48)
51 (47)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-45
Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant
KTW227
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
FRL
//
102
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Width
(mm)

Stud Depth
Stud Width
70mm on
90mm plate
35
3.50
3.69
45
3.66
3.88
90mm on
120mm plate
35
4.28
4.54
45
4.51
4.81
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
R2.0
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
142
48 (42)
54 (50)
55 (51)
54 (50)
172
50 (43)
55 (51)
56 (52)
55 (51)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-45
Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant
FIRE RATED

FRAME:
Stud Depth
rated from
both sides
70
Fire Report
FAR 3348
90
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud Width
Width
(mm)

35
3.90
3.90
45
4.40
4.53
35
5.12
5.30
45
5.28
5.50
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
R2.0
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
96
36 (28)
41 (32)
41 (32)
116
37 (29)
41 (33)
42 (34)
41 (33)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-45
SYSTEMS: Fire Rated
FRL
/60/60
30/30/30
Stud Size
(mm)
KTW311
FRAME:
FRL
/90/90
30/30/30
Stud Size
(mm)
Stud Depth
rated from
both sides
70
Fire Report
FAR 3348
90
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud Width
Width
(mm)

35
3.90
3.90
45
4.40
4.53
35
5.12
5.30
45
5.28
5.50
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
R2.0
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
109
40 (34)
44 (37)
44 (37)
129
41 (34)
44 (38)
45 (39)
44 (38)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-45
KTW312
FRAME:
FRL
/120/120
90/90/90
rated from
both sides
Fire Report
FAR 3348
Stud Size
(mm)
Stud Depth
70
90
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud Width
Width
(mm)

35
3.90
3.90
45
4.40
4.53
35
5.12
5.30
45
5.28
5.50
KTW310
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
R2.0
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
122
44 (37)
47 (41)
47 (41)
142
45 (38)
47 (42)
48 (43)
47 (42)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-45
103
SYSTEMS: Fire Rated
KTW314
FRAME:
FRL
/180/180
120/120/120
Stud Size
(mm)
Stud Depth
rated from
both sides
70
Fire Report
FAR 3348
90
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud Width
Width
(mm)

35
3.90
3.90
45
4.40
4.53
35
5.12
5.30
45
5.28
5.50
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
R2.0
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
148
49 (42)
51 (45)
51 (46)
168
50 (43)
51 (47)
52 (48)
51 (47)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-50
KTW350
FRAME:
FRL
/60/60
30/30/30
Stud Size
(mm)
Stud Depth
rated from
both sides
70
Fire Report
FAR 3348
90
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud Width
Width
(mm)

35
3.69
3.86
45
3.83
4.03
35
4.48
4.72
45
4.68
4.96
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
R2.0
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
131
37 (29)
47 (36)
47 (36)
46 (36)
151
38 (31)
48 (36)
48 (36)
47 (36)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-50
Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant
KTW352
FRAME:
FRL
/120/120
90/90/90
rated from
both sides
Fire Report
FAR 3348
104
Stud Size
(mm)
Stud Depth
70
90
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud Width
Width
(mm)

35
3.69
3.86
45
3.83
4.03
35
4.48
4.72
45
4.68
4.96
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
R2.0
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
157
48 (38)
56 (47)
57 (48)
56 (47)
177
49 (40)
56 (48)
57 (49)
56 (48)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-45
Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant

FRAME:
Timber studs at maximum 600mm centres with resilient channel
[Resilient channel on one side only]
Stud Depth
rated from
both sides
70
Fire Report
FAR 3348
90
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud Width
Width
(mm)

35
3.69
3.86
45
3.83
4.03
35
4.48
4.72
45
4.68
4.96
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
R2.0
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
111
36 (29)
43 (32)
44 (32)
43 (32)
131
37 (29)
45 (36)
45 (36)
44 (35)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-50
Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant
SYSTEMS: Fire Rated
FRL
/60/60
30/30/30
Stud Size
(mm)
KTW361
FRAME:
Timber studs at maximum 600mm centres with resilient channel
[Resilient channel on one side only]
FRL
/90/90
30/30/30
rated from
both sides
Fire Report
FAR 3348
Stud Size
(mm)
Stud Depth
70
90
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud Width
Width
(mm)

35
3.69
3.86
45
3.83
4.03
35
4.48
4.72
45
4.68
4.96
KTW360
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
R2.0
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
124
41 (33)
48 (38)
49 (38)
48 (37)
144
42 (35)
50 (40)
50 (40)
49 (40)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-50
Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant
105
SYSTEMS: Fire Rated
KTW301
FRAME:
FRL
/30/30
30/30/30
Stud Size
(mm)
Stud Depth
rated from the

sheeted side only
70
Fire Report
FAR 3348
90
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud Width
Width
(mm)

35
3.69
3.86
45
3.83
4.03
35
4.48
4.72
45
4.68
4.96
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
R2.0
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
96
34 (31)
116
34 (31)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-45
KTW302
FRAME:
FRL
/90/90
90/90/90
rated from the
sheeted side only
Fire Report
FAR 3348
106
Stud Size
(mm)
Stud Depth
70
90
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud Width
Width
(mm)

35
3.69
3.86
45
3.83
4.03
35
4.48
4.72
45
4.68
4.96
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
R2.0
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
109
37 (35)
129
37 (35)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-45

FRAME:
Stud Depth
rated from
both sides
70
Fire Report
FAR 3348
90
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud Width
Width
(mm)

35
3.90
3.90
45
4.40
4.53
35
5.12
5.30
45
5.28
5.50
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
R2.0
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
102
40 (33)
44 (37)
44 (36)
122
41 (33)
44 (38)
45 (39)
44 (38)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-45
SYSTEMS: Fire Rated
FRL
/60/60
30/30/30
Stud Size
(mm)
KTW512
FRAME:
FRL
/90/90
60/60/60
rated from both
sides
Fire Report
FAR 3348
Stud Size
(mm)
Stud Depth
70
90
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud Width
Width
(mm)

35
3.90
3.90
45
4.40
4.53
35
5.12
5.30
45
5.28
5.50
KTW510
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
R2.0
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
108
44 (36)
47 (41)
47 (41)
128
44 (37)
48 (42)
49 (43)
48 (42)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-45
107
SYSTEMS: Fire Rated
KTW315
FRAME:
FRL
/90/90
60/60/60
Stud Size
(mm)
Stud Depth
rated from
both sides
70
Fire Report
FAR 3348
90
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud Width
Width
(mm)

35
3.90
3.90
45
4.53
4.53
35
5.44
5.61
45
5.59
5.79
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
R2.0
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
102
38 (30)
41 (33)
41 (33)
122
38 (30)
42 (34)
42 (36)
42 (34)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-45
KTW316
FRAME:
FRL
/120/120
60/60/60
Stud Size
(mm)
Stud Depth
rated from
both sides
70
Fire Report
FAR 3348
90
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud Width
Width
(mm)

35
3.90
3.90
45
4.53
4.53
35
5.44
5.61
45
5.59
5.79
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
R2.0
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
118
42 (34)
44 (39)
44 (39)
138
43 (35)
45 (40)
46 (41)
45 (40)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-45
KTW317
FRAME:
FRL
/120/120
120/120/120
rated from
both sides
Fire Report
FAR 3348
108
Stud Size
(mm)
Stud Depth
70
90
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud Width
Width
(mm)

35
3.90
3.90
45
4.53
4.53
35
5.44
5.61
45
5.59
5.79
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
R2.0
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
134
45 (39)
47 (42)
47 (42)
154
46 (39)
47 (43)
48 (44)
47 (43)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-45
WALL LINING: [Side 1] 3 layers of 16mmFireShield

FRAME:
Stud Depth
rated from
both sides
70
Fire Report
FAR 3348
90
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud Width
Width
(mm)

35
3.90
3.90
45
4.53
4.53
35
5.44
5.61
45
5.59
5.79
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
R2.0
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
166
50 (43)
51 (46)
51 (47)
186
50 (44)
51 (47)
52 (48)
51 (47)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-50
SYSTEMS: Fire Rated
FRL
/240/240
120/120/120
Stud Size
(mm)
KTW355
FRAME:
FRL
/90/90
60/60/60
Stud Size
(mm)
Stud Depth
rated from
both sides
70
Fire Report
FAR 3348
90
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud Width
Width
(mm)

35
3.90
3.90
45
4.04
4.22
35
4.69
4.91
45
4.88
5.14
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
R2.0
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
137
41 (32)
50 (41)
51 (42)
49 (41)
157
42 (33)
50 (42)
51 (43)
50 (42)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-45
Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant
KTW357
FRAME:
FRL
/120/120
120/120/120
rated from
both sides
Fire Report
FAR 3348
Stud Size
(mm)
Stud Depth
70
90
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud Width
Width
(mm)

35
3.90
3.90
45
4.04
4.22
35
4.69
4.91
45
4.88
5.14
KTW319
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
R2.0
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
169
50 (40)
57 (49)
58 (50)
57 (49)
189
51 (42)
57 (50)
58 (51)
57 (50)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-45
Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant
109
SYSTEMS: Fire Rated
KTW304
FRAME:
FRL
/60/60
60/60/60
Stud Size
(mm)
Stud Depth
rated from the

sheeted side only
70
Fire Report
FAR 3348
90
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud Width
Width
(mm)

35
3.90
3.90
45
4.04
4.22
35
4.69
4.91
45
4.88
5.14
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
R2.0
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
102
35 (32)
122
35 (32)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
R2.0
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
118
38 (36)
138
38 (36)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-45
KTW305
FRAME:
FRL
/120/120
120/120/120
rated from the
sheeted side only
Fire Report
FAR 3348
110
Stud Size
(mm)
Stud Depth
70
90
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud Width
Width
(mm)

35
3.90
3.90
45
4.04
4.22
35
4.69
4.91
45
4.88
5.14
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-45

FRAME:
Stud Depth
rated from
both sides
70
Fire Report
FAR 3348
90
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud Width
Width
(mm)

35
3.90
3.90
45
4.53
4.53
35
5.44
5.61
45
5.59
5.79
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
R2.0
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
102
41 (33)
44 (38)
44 (38)
122
42 (34)
44 (39)
45 (40)
44 (39)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-45
SYSTEMS: Fire Rated
FRL
/90/90
60/60/60
Stud Size
(mm)
KTW516
FRAME:
FRL
/120/120
60/60/60
rated from
both sides
Fire Report
FAR 3348
Stud Size
(mm)
Stud Depth
70
90
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Stud Width
Width
(mm)

35
3.90
3.90
45
4.53
4.53
35
5.44
5.61
45
5.59
5.79
KTW515
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
R2.0
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
114
44 (37)
47 (42)
47 (42)
134
45 (38)
48 (43)
49 (44)
48 (43)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-45
111
SYSTEMS: Fire Rated
KTW320
FRAME:
FRL
/60/60
30/30/30
rated from
both sides
Fire Report
FAR 3348
Stud Size
(mm)
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Width
(mm)

Stud Depth
Stud Width
70mm on
90mm plate
35
3.69
3.86
45
3.83
4.03
90mm on
120mm plate
35
4.48
4.72
45
4.68
4.96
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
R2.0
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
116
37 (31)
45 (38)
47 (39)
45 (38)
146
38 (33)
46 (40)
48 (41)
46 (40)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-45
Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant
KTW321
FRAME:
FRL
/90/90
30/30/30
rated from
both sides
Fire Report
FAR 3348
Stud Size
(mm)
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Width
(mm)

Stud Depth
Stud Width
70mm on
90mm plate
35
3.69
3.86
45
3.83
4.03
90mm on
120mm plate
35
4.48
4.72
45
4.68
4.96
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
R2.0
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
129
42 (37)
50 (43)
51 (45)
50 (43)
159
43 (38)
51 (45)
52 (46)
51 (45)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-45
Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant
KTW322
FRAME:
FRL
/120/120
90/90/90
rated from
both sides
Fire Report
FAR 3348
112
Stud Size
(mm)
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Width
(mm)

Stud Depth
Stud Width
70mm on
90mm plate
35
3.69
3.86
45
3.83
4.03
90mm on
120mm plate
35
4.48
4.72
45
4.68
4.96
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
R2.0
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
142
46 (41)
54 (49)
55 (50)
54 (48)
172
48 (42)
54 (50)
55 (51)
54 (50)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-45
Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant

FRAME:
rated from
both sides
Fire Report
FAR 3348
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Width
(mm)

Stud Depth
Stud Width
70mm on
90mm plate
35
3.69
3.86
45
3.83
4.03
90mm on
120mm plate
35
4.48
4.72
45
4.68
4.96
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
R2.0
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
122
42 (36)
50 (43)
51 (44)
50 (43)
152
43 (37)
51 (45)
52 (46)
51 (44)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-45
Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant
SYSTEMS: Fire Rated
FRL
/60/60
30/30/30
Stud Size
(mm)
KTW522
FRAME:
FRL
/90/90
60/60/60
rated from
both sides
Fire Report
FAR 3348
Stud Size
(mm)
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Width
(mm)

Stud Depth
Stud Width
70mm on
90mm plate
35
3.69
3.86
45
3.83
4.03
90mm on
120mm plate
35
4.48
4.72
45
4.68
4.96
KTW520
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
R2.0
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
128
46 (39)
54 (47)
55 (48)
54 (47)
158
47 (40)
54 (49)
56 (50)
54 (49)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-45
Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant
113
SYSTEMS: Fire Rated
KTW325
FRAME:
FRL
/90/90
60/60/60
rated from
both sides
Fire Report
FAR 3348
Stud Size
(mm)
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Width
(mm)

Stud Depth
Stud Width
70mm on
90mm plate
35
3.90
3.90
45
4.04
4.22
90mm on
120mm plate
35
4.69
4.91
45
4.88
5.14
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
R2.0
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
122
39 (32)
47 (40)
48 (41)
47 (40)
152
41 (35)
47 (42)
49 (43)
47 (42)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-45
Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant
KTW326
FRAME:
FRL
/120/120
60/60/60
rated from
both sides
Fire Report
FAR 3348
Stud Size
(mm)
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Width
(mm)

Stud Depth
Stud Width
70mm on
90mm plate
35
3.90
3.90
45
4.04
4.22
90mm on
120mm plate
35
4.69
4.91
45
4.88
5.14
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
R2.0
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
138
44 (39)
51 (46)
52 (47)
51 (45)
168
45 (40)
52 (47)
53 (48)
51 (47)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-45
Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant
KTW327
FRAME:
FRL
/120/120
120/120/120
rated from
both sides
Fire Report
FAR 3348
114
Stud Size
(mm)
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Width
(mm)

Stud Depth
Stud Width
70mm on
90mm plate
35
3.90
3.90
45
4.04
4.22
90mm on
120mm plate
35
4.69
4.91
45
4.88
5.14
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
R2.0
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
154
48 (42)
54 (50)
55 (51)
54 (50)
184
50 (43)
55 (51)
56 (53)
55 (51)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-45
Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant

FRAME:
rated from
both sides
Fire Report
FAR 3348
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Width
(mm)

Stud Depth
Stud Width
70mm on
90mm plate
35
3.90
3.90
45
4.04
4.22
90mm on
120mm plate
35
4.69
4.91
45
4.88
5.14
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
R2.0
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
128
43 (38)
50 (44)
52 (46)
50 (44)
158
45 (39)
51 (46)
52 (47)
51 (46)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-45
Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant
SYSTEMS: Fire Rated
FRL
/90/90
60/60/60
Stud Size
(mm)
KTW526
FRAME:
FRL
/120/120
60/60/60
rated from
both sides
Fire Report
FAR 3348
Stud Size
(mm)
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Width
(mm)

Stud Depth
Stud Width
70mm on
90mm plate
35
3.90
3.90
45
4.04
4.22
90mm on
120mm plate
35
4.69
4.91
45
4.88
5.14
KTW524
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
R2.0
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
134
47 (40)
54 (48)
55 (50)
54 (48)
164
48 (41)
54 (50)
56 (51)
54 (50)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-45
Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant
115
SYSTEMS: Fire Rated
KTW330
FRAME:
Double timber studs at maximum 600mm centres with minimum 20mm air gap
FRL
/60/60
30/30/30
rated from
both sides
Fire Report
FAR 3348
Stud Size
(mm)
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Width
(mm)

Stud Depth
Stud Width
70mm
160mm cavity
35
3.69
3.86
45
3.83
4.03
90mm
200mm cavity
35
4.48
4.72
45
4.68
4.96
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
R2.0
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-45
186
43 (37)
52 (42)
53 (43)
51 (42)
226
45 (38)
52 (44)
54 (44)
52 (43)
Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant
Discontinuous
Construction
KTW331
FRAME:
FRL
/90/90
30/30/30
rated from
both sides
Fire Report
FAR 3348
Stud Size
(mm)
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Width
(mm)

Stud Depth
Stud Width
70mm
160mm cavity
35
3.69
3.86
45
3.83
4.03
90mm
200mm cavity
35
4.48
4.72
45
4.68
4.96
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
R2.0
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-45
199
48 (41)
57 (48)
58 (49)
56 (48)
239
50 (42)
57 (50)
59 (50)
57 (49)
Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant
Discontinuous
Construction
KTW332
FRAME:
FRL
/120/120
90/90/90
rated from
both sides
Fire Report
FAR 3348
116
Stud Size
(mm)
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Width
(mm)

Stud Depth
Stud Width
70mm
160mm cavity
35
3.69
3.86
45
3.83
4.03
90mm
200mm cavity
35
4.48
4.72
45
4.68
4.96
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
R2.0
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-45
212
53 (45)
62 (54)
63 (55)
61 (53)
252
55 (46)
62 (55)
64 (56)
62 (55)
Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant
Discontinuous
Construction
FRAME:
rated from
both sides
Fire Report
FAR 3348
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Width
(mm)

Stud Depth
Stud Width
70mm
160mm cavity
35
3.69
3.86
45
3.83
4.03
90mm
200mm cavity
35
4.48
4.72
45
4.68
4.96
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
R2.0
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-45
212
52 (44)
61 (52)
62 (53)
60 (52)
252
53 (45)
61 (54)
63 (54)
61 (53)
Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant
Discontinuous
Construction
SYSTEMS: Fire Rated
FRL
/90/90
60/60/60
Stud Size
(mm)
KTW531
FRAME:
FRL
/90/90
30/30/30
rated from
both sides
Fire Report
FAR 3348
Stud Size
(mm)
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Width
(mm)

Stud Depth
Stud Width
70mm
160mm cavity
35
3.69
3.86
45
3.83
4.03
90mm
200mm cavity
35
4.48
4.72
45
4.68
4.96
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
R2.0
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-45
205
53 (45)
61 (53)
63 (54)
61 (53)
245
54 (45)
62 (55)
64 (55)
61 (54)
Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant
Discontinuous
Construction
KTW532
FRAME:
FRL
/90/90
60/60/60
rated from
both sides
Fire Report
FAR 3348
Stud Size
(mm)
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Width
(mm)

Stud Depth
Stud Width
70mm
160mm cavity
35
3.69
3.86
45
3.83
4.03
90mm
200mm cavity
35
4.48
4.72
45
4.68
4.96
KTW380
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
R2.0
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-45
199
52 (44)
61 (52)
62 (53)
60 (52)
239
53 (45)
61 (54)
63 (54)
61 (53)
Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant
Discontinuous
Construction
117
SYSTEMS: Fire Rated
KTW335
FRAME:
FRL
/90/90
60/60/60
rated from
both sides
Fire Report
FAR 3348
Stud Size
(mm)
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Width
(mm)

Stud Depth
Stud Width
70mm
160mm cavity
35
3.90
3.90
45
4.04
4.22
90mm
200mm cavity
35
4.69
4.91
45
4.88
5.14
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No
R1.5
2 x R1.5
R2.0
2 x R2.0
R1.5
Insulation EarthWool EarthWool EarthWool EarthWool Polyester
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-45
4738-17
192
232
46 (39) 54 (45) 58 (48) 55 (45) 59 (49) 53 (44)
Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant
47 (39) 55 (46) 59 (50) 56 (47) 60 (51) 54 (46) Discontinuous
Construction
KTW336
FRAME:
FRL
/120/120
60/60/60
rated from
both sides
Fire Report
FAR 3348
Stud Size
(mm)
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Width
(mm)

Stud Depth
Stud Width
70mm
160mm cavity
35
3.90
3.90
45
4.04
4.22
90mm
200mm cavity
35
4.69
4.91
45
4.88
5.14
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
R2.0
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-45
208
51 (43)
59 (51)
60 (51)
58 (50)
248
52 (44)
60 (52)
61 (53)
59 (52)
Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant
Discontinuous
Construction
KTW337
FRAME:
FRL
/120/120
120/120/120
rated from
both sides
Fire Report
FAR 3348
118
Stud Size
(mm)
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Width
(mm)

Stud Depth
Stud Width
70mm
160mm cavity
35
3.90
3.90
45
4.04
4.22
90mm
200mm cavity
35
4.69
4.91
45
4.88
5.14
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
R2.0
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-45
224
56 (47)
64 (56)
66 (57)
63 (56)
264
57 (48)
65 (58)
66 (59)
64 (58)
Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant
Discontinuous
Construction

FRAME:
rated from
both sides
Fire Report
FAR 3348
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Width
(mm)

Stud Depth
Stud Width
70mm
160mm cavity
35
3.90
3.90
45
4.04
4.22
90mm
200mm cavity
35
4.69
4.91
45
4.88
5.14
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
R2.0
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-45
202
49 (41)
57 (48)
58 (49)
56 (48)
242
50 (42)
58 (50)
59 (51)
57 (49)
Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant
Discontinuous
Construction
SYSTEMS: Fire Rated
FRL
/90/90
60/60/60
Stud Size
(mm)
KTW382
FRAME:
FRL
/120/120
60/60/60
rated from
both sides
Fire Report
FAR 3348
Stud Size
(mm)
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Width
(mm)

Stud Depth
Stud Width
70mm
160mm cavity
35
3.90
3.90
45
4.04
4.22
90mm
200mm cavity
35
4.69
4.91
45
4.88
5.14
KTW381
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
R2.0
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-45
212
51 (43)
59 (51)
61 (52)
59 (51)
252
53 (44)
60 (53)
62 (54)
59 (52)
Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant
Discontinuous
Construction
119
SYSTEMS: Fire Rated
KTW534
FRAME:
FRL
/90/90
60/60/60
rated from
both sides
Fire Report
FAR 3348
Stud Size
(mm)
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Width
(mm)

Stud Depth
Stud Width
70mm
160mm cavity
35
3.90
3.90
45
4.04
4.22
90mm
200mm cavity
35
4.69
4.91
45
4.88
5.14
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
R2.0
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-45
198
50 (42)
58 (49)
60 (50)
57 (49)
238
51 (43)
59 (51)
61 (52)
58 (50)
Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant
Discontinuous
Construction
KTW535
FRAME:
FRL
/120/120
60/60/60
rated from
both sides
Fire Report
FAR 3348
Stud Size
(mm)
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Width
(mm)

Stud Depth
Stud Width
70mm
160mm cavity
35
3.90
3.90
45
4.04
4.22
90mm
200mm cavity
35
4.69
4.91
45
4.88
5.14
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
R2.0
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-45
214
55 (46)
63 (55)
65 (56)
62 (55)
254
56 (47)
64 (57)
66 (58)
63 (56)
Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant
Discontinuous
Construction
KTW536
FRAME:
FRL
/120/120
60/60/60
rated from
both sides
Fire Report
FAR 3348
120
Stud Size
(mm)
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Width
(mm)

Stud Depth
Stud Width
70mm
160mm cavity
35
3.90
3.90
45
4.04
4.22
90mm
200mm cavity
35
4.69
4.91
45
4.88
5.14
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
R2.0
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-45
204
54 (45)
62 (54)
63 (54)
61 (53)
244
55 (46)
62 (55)
64 (56)
62 (55)
Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant
Discontinuous
Construction
Install control joints in timber framed walls:

With plasterboard at 12m maximum intervals
With bre cement at 7.2m maximum intervals
With tiled bre cement walls at 4.2m maximum intervals
At the oor line in stairways. Cover gap with a moulding fastened to one edge.
Fire
Rated
Only joint the face layer. As a minimum to achieve the FRL, only use paper
tape and:

rating of the system. [Refer to mineral bre manufacturers specications for
minimum widths required]
Use re sealant on all gaps and around perimeter, vermiculite plaster is

not permitted.
Non-Fire
Rated

Fire Resistance]
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FRAMING
Top plate
Additional
nogging
for services
Opening
(Door)
Nogging
Timber
stud
Internal corner
Bottom plate
External corner
FIGURE 1 Timber Frame Layout
Non-Fire
Rated
Framing members must be spaced at 600mm maximum centres
For load bearing walls use timber studs with minimum dimensions
70x45mm or 90x35mm.
Fire
Rated
Noggings are permitted to assist the xing

of services.
For non-re rated walls, noggings are
not required behind recessed joints when
sheeting plasterboard horizontally.
RESILIENT MOUNT SPACING

Framing Member
Maximum Resilient Mount Spacing
16mm Furring Channel Rondo No.308
900mm
1200mm
Anchors for Furring Channel must also be xed 100mm max from ends.
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TIMBER STUD WALL MAXIMUM HEIGHT NON-LOAD BEARING

Non-Fire Rated Walls (UDL 0.25 kPa)
Deection Limit:
Height/240 or
30mm
Stud Depth Stud Width
MGP10 MGP12 MGP15
(mm)
(mm)
Timber Studs at 600mm Maximum Centres
35
3.74
3.87
3.99
70
45
3.88
4.04
4.17
35
4.54
4.73
4.89
90
45
4.74
4.96
5.15
35
5.74
6.00
6.00
120
45
6.00
6.00
6.00
35
3.90
4.06
4.20
70
45
4.07
4.26
4.42
35
4.77
5.00
5.19
90
45
5.01
5.28
5.50
35
6.00
6.00
6.00
120
45
6.00
6.00
6.00
35
4.19
4.40
4.58
70
45
4.41
4.65
4.85
35
5.18
5.47
5.71
90
45
5.48
5.81
6.09
35
6.00
6.00
6.00
120
45
6.00
6.00
6.00
13mm Non-Fire Rated Plasterboard
F5
F8
F11 MGP10 MGP12 MGP15
F5
F8
F11
3.57
3.68
4.30
4.45
5.38
5.61
3.69
3.82
4.47
4.66
5.64
5.92
3.76
3.91
4.58
4.78
5.79
6.00
4.01
4.14
4.82
5.00
6.00
6.00
4.13
4.28
4.99
5.20
6.00
6.00
4.23
4.40
5.14
5.37
6.00
6.00
3.87
3.96
4.61
4.74
5.70
5.91
3.97
4.09
4.76
4.93
5.93
6.00
4.04
4.16
4.85
5.04
6.00
6.00
3.70
3.83
4.46
4.67
5.65
5.93
3.84
4.00
4.69
4.92
5.96
6.00
3.93
4.11
4.82
5.06
6.00
6.00
4.16
4.31
5.03
5.25
6.00
6.00
4.30
4.48
5.23
5.49
6.00
6.00
4.42
4.63
5.41
5.70
6.00
6.00
3.98
4.09
4.77
4.94
5.94
6.00
4.11
4.25
4.95
5.16
6.00
6.00
4.18
4.34
5.07
5.29
6.00
6.00
3.92
4.10
4.80
5.05
6.00
6.00
4.12
4.32
5.08
5.36
6.00
6.00
4.23
4.46
5.23
5.55
6.00
6.00
4.41
4.61
5.40
5.68
6.00
6.00
4.60
4.84
5.66
5.99
6.00
6.00
4.77
5.02
5.89
6.25
6.00
6.00
4.18
4.33
5.05
5.28
6.00
6.00
4.35
4.54
5.30
5.57
6.00
6.00
4.45
4.66
5.45
5.74
6.00
6.00
Fire Rated Walls (UDL 0.25 kPa)

Deection Limit:
Height/240 or
30mm

13mm Fire Rated Plasterboard

MGP10 MGP12 MGP15
(mm)
(mm)
35
3.90
4.39
4.49
70
45
4.40
4.52
4.63
35
5.12
5.27
5.40
90
45
5.28
5.46
5.62
35
6.00
6.00
6.00
120
45
6.00
6.00
6.00
35
3.90
4.55
4.66
70
45
4.53
4.71
4.84
35
5.30
5.49
5.65
90
45
5.50
5.72
5.91
35
6.00
6.00
6.00
120
45
6.00
6.00
6.00
35
3.90
4.82
4.97
70
45
4.53
5.03
5.21
35
5.62
5.89
6.00
90
45
5.90
6.00
6.00
35
6.00
6.00
6.00
120
45
6.00
6.00
6.00
F5
F8
3.32
3.83
4.84
5.05
6.00
6.00
4.25
4.36
5.07
5.21
6.00
6.00
4.31
4.42
5.15
5.31
6.00
6.00
3.90
4.53
5.44
5.59
6.00
6.00
4.70
4.81
5.58
5.75
6.00
6.00
3.32
3.83
4.84
5.22
6.00
6.00
4.25
4.50
5.24
5.42
6.00
6.00
4.44
4.58
5.34
5.54
6.00
6.00
3.90
4.53
5.61
5.79
6.00
6.00
3.32
3.83
4.84
5.49
6.00
6.00
4.25
4.76
5.55
5.80
6.00
6.00
4.68
4.87
5.69
5.96
6.00
6.00
3.90
4.53
5.62
6.00
6.00
6.00
Wall height is limited by either deection limitations or re engineering

principles. Deection limit is height/240 to a maximum of 30mm at
0.25 kPa, in accordance with BCA Specication C1.8 - 2009.
Tabulated heights are not for axial loads but do include self weight and
lateral pressures.
F5
F8
F11
4.78
4.91
5.70
5.89
6.00
6.00
3.32
3.83
4.84
5.39
6.00
6.00
4.25
4.67
5.40
5.53
6.00
6.00
4.63
4.72
5.47
5.62
6.00
6.00
4.83
4.97
5.76
5.99
6.00
6.00
4.93
5.09
5.92
6.00
6.00
6.00
3.32
3.83
4.84
5.49
6.00
6.00
4.25
4.79
5.55
5.72
6.00
6.00
4.74
4.86
5.64
5.82
6.00
6.00
4.92
5.27
6.00
6.00
6.00
6.00
5.21
5.43
6.00
6.00
6.00
6.00
3.32
3.83
4.84
5.49
6.00
6.00
4.25
4.82
5.83
6.00
6.00
6.00
4.92
5.12
5.96
6.00
6.00
6.00
Noggings must be installed at 1350mm maximum vertical centres.

Noggings are not required in staggered stud walls.
Where staggered stud walls are shown in the table above spaced
at 600mm centres, this means staggering the studs every 300mm etc.
F graded and MGP timber studs are commonly only available up to
a maximum length of 6m.
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TIMBER STUD WALL MAXIMUM HEIGHT NON-LOAD BEARING

Non-Fire Rated Walls (UDL 0.25 kPa)
Single stud wall lined with plasterboard on one side only,

resilient mount and furring channel wall, staggered stud wall or double stud wall
Deection Limit:
Height/240 or
30mm

MGP10 MGP12 MGP15
(mm)
(mm)
35
3.33
3.49
3.63
70
45
3.50
3.69
3.85
35
4.11
4.34
4.53
90
45
4.35
4.61
4.83
35
5.29
5.62
5.89
120
45
5.63
6.00
6.00
35
3.53
3.72
3.89
70
45
3.73
3.96
4.14
35
4.39
4.66
4.88
90
45
4.67
4.97
5.22
35
5.69
6.00
6.00
120
45
6.00
6.00
6.00
35
3.87
4.11
4.31
70
45
4.13
4.40
4.62
35
4.86
5.18
5.45
90
45
5.20
5.56
5.86
35
6.00
6.00
6.00
120
45
6.00
6.00
6.00
F5
F8
F5
F8
F11
3.11
3.25
3.81
4.01
4.86
5.14
3.27
3.43
4.03
4.26
5.17
5.50
3.36
3.54
4.15
4.40
5.35
5.71
3.50
3.66
4.28
4.51
5.46
5.79
3.65
3.84
4.50
4.75
5.77
6.00
3.78
3.99
4.68
4.96
6.00
6.00
3.31
3.44
4.01
4.19
5.06
5.32
3.45
3.60
4.21
4.42
5.35
5.66
3.53
3.70
4.33
4.56
5.52
5.85
3.27
3.44
4.04
4.27
5.19
5.52
3.46
3.65
4.29
4.56
5.55
5.93
3.57
3.78
4.44
4.73
5.76
6.00
3.69
3.88
4.54
4.81
5.84
6.00
3.87
4.08
4.79
5.09
6.00
6.00
4.02
4.26
5.00
5.33
6.00
6.00
3.46
3.61
4.22
4.43
5.36
5.67
3.62
3.80
4.45
4.70
5.71
6.00
3.72
3.92
4.59
4.86
5.90
6.00
3.55
3.76
4.43
4.71
5.74
6.00
3.79
4.03
4.74
5.07
6.00
6.00
3.92
4.18
4.92
5.27
6.00
6.00
4.01
4.25
4.99
5.31
6.00
6.00
4.23
4.50
5.30
5.66
6.00
6.00
4.42
4.72
5.55
5.95
6.00
6.00
3.71
3.90
4.58
4.85
5.88
6.00
3.93
4.15
4.87
5.19
6.00
6.00
4.05
4.30
5.05
5.38
6.00
6.00
Fire Rated Walls (UDL 0.25 kPa)

Single Stud Wall Lined with Plasterboard on one Side Only,
Resilient Mount and Furring Channel Wall, Staggered Stud Wall or Double Stud Wall
Deection Limit:
Height/240 or
30mm

MGP10 MGP12 MGP15
(mm)
(mm)
35
3.69
3.83
3.94
70
45
3.83
3.99
4.13
35
4.48
4.67
4.84
90
45
4.68
4.91
5.10
35
5.66
5.95
6.00
120
45
5.96
6.00
6.00
35
3.86
4.02
4.16
70
45
4.03
4.22
4.39
35
4.72
4.95
5.15
90
45
4.96
5.23
5.46
35
6.00
6.00
6.00
120
45
6.00
6.00
6.00
35
3.90
4.36
4.54
70
45
4.38
4.62
4.82
35
5.13
5.42
5.67
90
45
5.44
5.77
6.00
35
6.00
6.00
6.00
120
45
6.00
6.00
6.00
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F5
F8
F5
F8
F11
3.32
3.63
4.23
4.39
5.29
5.53
3.64
3.78
4.41
4.60
5.56
5.84
3.72
3.86
4.51
4.73
5.72
6.00
3.90
4.04
4.69
4.88
5.87
6.00
4.03
4.18
4.87
5.09
6.00
6.00
4.14
4.31
5.03
5.27
6.00
6.00
3.32
3.83
4.47
4.61
5.53
5.75
3.86
3.98
4.63
4.81
5.78
6.00
3.93
4.06
4.73
4.92
5.93
6.00
3.32
3.78
4.42
4.61
5.57
5.86
3.80
3.96
4.63
4.86
5.89
6.00
3.89
4.07
4.76
5.01
6.00
6.00
3.90
4.22
4.91
5.14
6.00
6.00
4.21
4.39
5.13
5.39
6.00
6.00
4.34
4.55
5.31
5.61
6.00
6.00
3.32
3.83
4.64
4.81
5.79
6.00
4.00
4.15
4.83
5.05
6.00
6.00
4.09
4.25
4.95
5.19
6.00
6.00
3.32
3.83
4.75
5.00
6.00
6.00
4.08
4.29
5.03
5.32
6.00
6.00
4.19
4.42
5.19
5.51
6.00
6.00
3.90
4.53
5.30
5.59
6.00
6.00
4.52
4.76
5.57
5.91
6.00
6.00
4.69
4.96
5.81
6.00
6.00
6.00
3.32
3.83
4.94
5.17
6.00
6.00
4.25
4.45
5.20
5.47
6.00
6.00
4.36
4.58
5.35
5.65
6.00
6.00
PLASTERBOARD LAYOUT
Vertical joints must be 200mm minimum from the edge of any opening such
as windows and doorways to minimise cracking at the joints.
Fire
Rated
Horizontal Layout


Vertical Layout
Stagger butt joints by 600mm minimum on adjoining sheets, between layers and on

sides of the wall.

practical to reduce the effect of glancing
PLASTERBOARD FIXING
Non-Fire
Rated
Fire
Rated
Drive fasteners to just below the sheet surface, taking care not to break the paper
linerboard.
Fastener and Adhesive Method

Apply MastaGrip daubs 200mm minimum from fastener and plasterboard edges.
Fastener Only Method

Use the Fastener Only Method in tiled or re rated areas.
Stud adhesive is not permitted.
125
INSTALLATION: Plasterboard Layout and Fixing
Non-Fire
Rated
PLASTERBOARD FIXING
The Fastener and Adhesive Method is
recommended for non-re rated applications.
MastaGrip will:
Minimise fastener popping

Reduce the number of fastener heads that may
show in glancing light
Assist in compensating for frame irregularities
Reduce rattle noise when applied to bracing straps.
FASTENER TYPE AND MINIMUM SIZE FOR THE INSTALLATION OF PLASTERBOARD

TO SOFTWOOD TIMBER
Plasterboard
Thickness
1st Layer
2nd Layer
3rd Layer
6.5mm
30mm x 2.8 Galvanised Nail

or 25mm x 2.8 Ring Shank Nail
or 25mm 6g W screw

or 30mm 6g W screw
10mm

or 25mm 6g W screw for walls
or 30mm 6g W screw for ceilings

or 40mm 6g W screw*
13mm
40mm x 2.8 Galvanised Nail or

30mm x 2.8 Ring Shank Nail
or 30mm 6g Type W screw

or 45mm 6g W screw*

or 65mm 8g W screw*
16mm

or 45mm 6g W screw

or 50mm 6g W screw*

or 65mm 8g W screw*
For timber use Type W coarse thread needle point screws.


TO HARDWOOD TIMBER
Plasterboard
Thickness
1st Layer
2nd Layer
3rd Layer
6.5mm

or 25mm 6g W screw

or 30mm 6g W screw
10mm


or 35mm 6g W screw*
13mm


or 40mm 6g W screw*

or 65mm 8g W screw*
16mm

or 30mm 6g W screw

or 45mm 6g W screw*

or 65mm 8g W screw*

126
NON FIRE RATED
10-15mm
300mm max
Butt joints
200mm min
from
openings
Float butt joints between

framing for Level 4 and
Level 5 nishes
Horizontal
Perimeter fasteners 10-15mm from sheet edges
Adhesive daubs 25mm diameter and 15mm
high, spaced at 300mm max centres and
200mm min from fasteners and plasterboard
edges. Temporary holding blocks or fastener
on every second stud recommended.

Butt Joints
200mm min
10-15mm
Float butt joints between studs and back-block

for Level 4 and Level 5 Finishes. Butt joints
permitted on a stud for Level 3 Finish.
of the wall.

Internal and
External Corners
Openings
Sealant
Temporary
holding block
300mm
max
300mm max

Openings
300mm max
Plasterboard
Width (mm)
900
1200
1350
10-15mm
Fastener and Adhesive Pattern

F A A A F
F A A A A F
F A A A A A F
F = Fastener (Screw or Nail) A = Adhesive

Fixing
Sheet Layout
Perimeter
Field
10-15mm
Double Nails
at 400mm max
Butt joints
200mm min
from
openings
Float butt joints

between framing
for Level 4 and
Level 5 nishes
Horizontal
Fix screws or double nails at 400mm max
centres Fix nails at 240mm max centres
Butt Joints
Float butt joints between studs and back-block

for Level 4 and Level 5 Finishes. Butt joints
permitted on a stud for Level 3 Finish. Stagger
butt joints by 600mm min on adjoining sheets
and on opposite sides of the wall.

Internal and
External Corners
Openings
Sealant
10-15mm

Screws at
400mm max
300mm
Nails at
240mm max
300mm
max
10-15mm
Openings
300mm max
Plasterboard
Width (mm)
900
1200
1300
Fastener and Adhesive Pattern

S S S S
S S S S
S S S S S
S = Screw
Plasterboard
Width (mm)
900
1200
1350
Nail Pattern
Double Nail Pattern
N N N N N
N DN DN N
N N N N N N
N DN DN N
N N N N N N N N DN DN DN N
N = Nail, DN = Double Nail
Fixing
Sheet Layout
Perimeter
Field
127


Fixing
Sheet Layout
Perimeter
Field
10-15mm
300mm max
Butt joints
200mm
min from
openings
Screw at
1200mm
max centres
300mm max

15mm high, spaced at 300mm max
centres and 200mm min from fasteners
and plasterboard edges. Fix one fastener
Stagger recessed edges by 300mm min
200mm min
300mm max
stagger fasteners
Vertical
Recessed Edges Fix at 300mm centres and stagger fasteners.

Butt Joints
300mm max

fasteners. Stagger butt joints by 600mm min

Internal and
External Corners
Openings
Sealant
Openings
300mm max

10-15mm
FIGURE 5 Non-Fire Rated 2 Layers Horizontal + Horizontal

10-15mm
200mm min
1st layer
Nails at
300mm
max
2nd layer
Screws
400mm
max
1st layer
Screws
400mm max
Nails 300mm
max
10-15mm
1st layer
Screws or Double
Nails at 400mm max
1st layer
openings
Screws
400mm max
Nails
300mm max
1st layer
Screws 300mm max
Nails 200mm max
stagger fasteners
Stagger
recessed
edges by
300mm min
between
layers
Stagger butt joints

by 600mm min
between layers
400mm
max
2nd layer
300mm
max
1st layer
Screws 400mm max
Nails 300mm max
1st layer: Fastener Only Method

2nd layer: Fastener Only Method
Sheet Layout

Perimeter
Field

1st layer: Fix screws or double nails at
400mm max centres. Fix nails at 300mm
max centres.
2nd layer: Fix screws or double nails at
max centres.

edges by 300mm between layers.
Butt Joints
2nd layer
300mm max
2nd layer
Screws 200mm max
Nails 150mm max
stagger fasteners
10-15mm
Fixing
2nd layer
openings
300mm max
1st layer: Fix screws at 300mm max centres.

Fix nails at 200mm max centres. Stagger
on adjoining sheets, between layers and on
opposite sides of the wall. 1st layer butt joints
must be backed by a stud.
2nd layer: Fix screws at 200mm max centres.
fasteners. Alternatively, oat butt joints and
laminate to 1st layer using laminating screws
at 200mm max centres and stagger screws.

Internal and
External Corners Fix nails at 300mm max centres.
128
Openings

Fix nails at 300mm max centres.
Sealant

Fixing
Sheet Layout
Perimeter
Field

plasterboard edges.
Fix one screw at mid-height of sheet on every
second furring channel.
300mm max
Butt joints
200mm
min from
openings
Float Butt joints between

framing for Level 4 and
Level 5 nishes
Perimeter screws 10-15mm from sheet

edges except at top and bottom of wall.
Plasterboard must not be xed to bottom
track.
Recessed Edges Fix on each furring channel.

10-15mm
200mm min
Fix one screw

at mid-height of
sheet on every
second furring
channel
300mm
max
200mm min
300mm
max
Openings
300mm
max
Butt Joints
Float butt joints between furring channel and

back-block for Level 4 and Level 5 Finishes.
Butt joints permitted on a furring channel for
Level 3 Finish. Stagger butt joints by 600mm
min on adjoining sheets and on opposite
sides of the wall.
Internal and
External
Corners
Openings
Sealant
Fix at 300mm max centres.
Fixing
1st layer: Screw Only Method

2nd layer: Screw Only Method
Sheet Layout

Perimeter

except at top and bottom of wall. Plasterboard
must not be xed to bottom track.
Field

50mm
FIGURE 7 Non-Fire Rated 2 Layers Horizontal + Horizontal

Screw Only Method on resilient mounts and furring channel
50mm
200mm min
1st layer
400mm max
1st layer
400mm max
1st layer
400mm
max
10-15mm
1st layer
openings
400mm
max
1st layer
300mm max
stagger screws
2nd layer
300mm
max
400mm
max
edges by 300mm between layers.

Butt Joints
2nd layer
300mm max
2nd layer
openings
300mm
max
2nd layer
Screws 200mm max
stagger screws
50mm

furring channel.
and stagger screws. Alternatively, oat
butt joints and laminate to 1st layer using
laminating screws at 200mm max centres
and stagger screws.

Internal and
External Corners 2nd layer: Fix at 300mm max centres.
Openings
Sealant

Stagger
recessed
edges by
300mm
min
between
layers
Stagger butt joints

by 600mm min
between layers

129
50mm
Horizontal

Screw and Adhesive Method on resilient mounts and furring channel
FIRE RATED
FIGURE 8 Fire Rated 1 Layers Horizontal
Stagger
recessed
edges by
300mm min
on opposite
sides of the
wall or
back by a
nogging
Sheet Layout
Perimeter
Field
Horizontal
centres. Fix nails at 200mm max centres.
Recessed Edges Fix on each stud. Stagger recessed edges
10-15mm
Screws 200mm max
Nails 150mm max
stagger fasteners
Butt joints
200mm min
from
openings
Double Nails
at 300mm
max
by 300mm min on opposite sides of the wall

or back by a nogging.
Butt Joints
Fix screws at 200mm max centres. Fix nails

at 150mm max centres. Stagger fasteners.
backed by a stud.

Internal and
External Corners
Openings
Fire Sealant
10-15mm
Nails at
200mm max
Screws at
300mm max
200mm
max
Fixing
200mm
max
Openings
200mm
max
10-15mm

10-15mm

integrity. [Refer To Construction Details]
Jointing Face
Layer
As a minimum, only use paper tape with either

two coats of MastaBase/MastaLongset or three
coats of MastaLite. [Refer to Section 4]
Fixing
Sheet Layout
Perimeter
Field

Vertical
Recessed Edges Fix screws at 200mm max centres. Fix nails

Screws or
Double Nails at
300mm max
Stagger
recessed
edges by
300mm
min on
opposite
sides of
the wall
Butt joints
200mm min
from
openings
Nails at
200mm
max
200mm
max
Screws 200mm max

Nails 150mm max
stagger fasteners
200mm
max
Openings
200mm max

Stagger recessed edges by 300mm min on
opposite sides of the wall. Recessed edges
Butt Joints

Internal and
External Corners
Openings
Fire Sealant
Jointing Face
Layer
10-15mm
130


Perimeter
Field
10-15mm
200mm min
1st layer
Nails at
300mm
max
1st layer
300mm max
1st layer
Screws or
Double Nails at
400mm max
1st layer
300mm max
1st layer
Openings
300mm
max
1st layer
Screws 300mm max
Nails 200mm max
stagger fasteners
2nd layer
Nails at
200mm
max
10-15mm
2nd layer
200mm max
Stagger
recessed
edges by
300mm min
between
layers
Stagger butt joints

by 600mm min
between layers
2nd layer
Screws or Double
Nails at 300mm max
2nd layer
200mm max
2nd layer
Openings
200mm
max
2nd layer
Screws 200mm max
Nails 150mm max
stagger fasteners
10-15mm
Fire Sealant

Jointing Face
Layer

Fixing
Sheet Layout
Perimeter
Field
10-15mm
1st layer
Screws 300mm
max
Nails 200mm max
stagger fasteners
2nd layer
Nails at
200mm max
Stagger recessed
edges by
300mm min
between layers
2nd layer
200mm max
Butt joints
200mm
min from
openings
1st layer
Screws or Double
Nails at 400mm max
1st layer
2nd layer
300mm max
Screws 200mm max
Nails 150mm max
stagger fasteners
2nd layer
Screws or Double
Nails at 300mm max
2nd layer
200mm max
10-15mm
1st layer
Openings
300mm
max
2nd layer
Openings
200mm
max
1st layer: Vertical

2nd layer: Vertical

max centres. 2nd layer: Fix screws or double
nails at 300mm max centres. Fix nails at
200mm max centres.
Recessed Edges 1st layer: Fix screws at 300mm max centres.
fasteners. Stagger recessed edges by 300mm
min between layers and on opposite sides
of the wall. Recessed edges must be backed
by a stud. 2nd layer: Fix screws at 200mm
max centres. Fix nails at 150mm max centres.
Stagger fasteners. Recessed edges must be
backed by a stud.
Butt Joints
must be backed by a nogging. 2nd layer:
Alternately, laminate to 1st layer using
and stagger screws.
Internal and
Openings
Fire Sealant
Jointing Face
Layer


max centres.
max centres.
edges by 300mm min between layers and
on opposite sides of the wall ,or back
by a nogging.
Butt Joints
fasteners. Alternately, oat butt joints and
Internal and
Openings


131
Fixing
Sheet Layout


Fixing
Sheet Layout
Perimeter
Field
3rd layer
laminate at
400mm max
3rd layer
laminate at
400mm

at 200mm max
stagger screws
1st layer
Screws 300mm max
Nails 200mm max
stagger fasteners
2nd layer
Screws 200mm
max
Nails 150mm max
Stagger recessed
edges by 300mm
min between layers
2nd layer
200mm max
1st layer
Screws or
Double Nails at
400mm max
1st layer
300mm max
2nd layer
Screws or
Double Nails at
300mm max
3rd layer
400mm
10-15mm
Butt joints
200mm
min from
openings
1st layer
openings
300mm
max

max centres.
max centres.
3rd layer: Fix screws or double nails at
max centres. Alternately, laminate to 2nd
layer at 400x400mm max centres.
Recessed Edges 1st layer: Fix screws at 300mm max

Stagger fasteners. Stagger recessed edges
by 300mm min between layers, and on
must be back by a stud.
2nd layer: Fix screws at 200mm max
Stagger fasteners. Recessed edges must be
backed by a stud. 3rd layer: Fix screws at
max centres.Stagger fasteners.
2nd layer
openings
200mm
max
3rd layer
openings
400mm
max
Butt Joints
10-15mm

on adjoining sheets, between layers and
on opposite sides of the wall. 1st layer butt
joints must be backed by a nogging. 2nd
layer: Fix screws at 200mm max centres.
fasteners. Alternately, laminate to 1st layer
using laminating screws at 200mm max
centres and stagger screws. 3rd layer:
Laminate to 2nd layer at 200mm max
centres and stagger screws.

Internal and
132
Openings

Fire Sealant

Jointing Face
Layer
As a minimum, only use paper tape

with either two coats of MastaBase/
MastaLongset or three coats of MastaLite.
50mm
300mm max
Horizontal
Plasterboard must not be xed to top and
bottom tracks.

Field
Recessed Edges Fix on each furring channel. Stagger recessed
Butt joints
200mm
min from
openings
200mm max
stagger screws
Screw Only Method
edges by 300mm on opposite sides of the

wall or back by furring channel.
Butt Joints
10-15mm

adjoining sheets and on opposite sides of the
wall. 1st layer butt joints must be backed by
furring channel.

Internal and
External Corners
Openings
Fire Sealant
200mm
max
300mm min
200mm
max
Openings
200mm
max

Jointing Face
Layer

with either two coats of MastaBase/
Fixing
Sheet Layout
Screw Only Method
Perimeter

Plasterboard must not be xed to top and
bottom tracks.
Field

50mm

50mm
200mm min
1st layer
300mm max
1st layer
300mm
max
1st layer
400mm max
Floating
butt joint
10-15mm
2nd layer
200mm
max
2nd layer 200mm

max stagger screws 50mm
1st layer
openings
300mm
max
1st layer
300mm max
stagger screws
Stagger butt joints
by 600mm min
between layers

Recessed edges must be backed
by a furring channel.
2nd layer: Fix on each furring channel.
Butt Joints
2nd layer
200mm max
300mm
max
2nd layer
200mm max
stagger screws
1st layer: Vertical

2nd layer
openings
200mm
max

1st layer butt joints must be backed by furring
channel. 2nd layer: Fix at 200mm max
centres and stagger screws. Alternatively,
oat butt joints and laminate to 1st layer

Internal and
External Corners 2nd layer: Fix at 200mm max centres.
Openings
Fire Sealant

Jointing Face
Layer

133
Fixing
Sheet Layout
Perimeter


10-15mm
Fixing
Sheet Layout
Perimeter
Field
200mm min
1st layer
Nails at
200mm
max
200mm max
200mm max
10-15mm
Screws or Double
Nails at 300mm
max
1st layer
Screws 200mm max
Nails 150mm max
stagger fasteners
Stagger
recessed
edges by
300mm min
between
layers
Openings
200mm
max
200mm max
2nd layer
Screws 200mm max
Nails 150mm max
stagger fasteners
10-15mm

on opposite sides of the wall, or back
by a nogging.
Butt Joints
200mm max
Screws at 300mm max
Nails at 200mm max
10-15mm
Butt joints
200mm
min from
openings
1st layer
Screws 200mm max
Nails 150mm max
stagger fasteners

Internal and
Openings
Fire Sealant

Jointing Face
Layer

Fixing
Sheet Layout
Perimeter
Field
2nd layer
Screws
200mm max
Nails 150mm
max stagger
fasteners
200mm max
200mm max

max centres. 2nd layer: Fix screws at 300mm
fasteners. Stagger recessed edges by 300mm
min between layers, and on opposite sides
of the wall. Recessed edges must be backed
by a stud. 2nd layer: Fix screws at 200mm
Stagger fasteners.
Butt Joints
200mm max
1st layer: Vertical (FireShield)

2nd layer: Vertical (Fibre Cement)
Recessed Edges 1st layer: Fix screws at 200mm max centres.
Screws or
Double Nails
at 300mm max
Screws at 300mm
max Nails at
200mm max

must be backed by a stud. 2nd layer: Fix
screws at 200mm max centres. Fix nails at
150mm max centres.

Stagger recessed
edges by 300mm
min between layers

max centres.
Fix nails at 200mm max centres.

Openings
200mm
max
Stagger butt joints

by 600mm min
between layers
10-15mm
1st layer: Horizontal (FireShield)

2nd layer: Horizontal (Fibre Cement)
1st & 2nd

layer openings
200mm max
10-15mm

fasteners. Alternately, laminate to 1st layer

Internal and
Openings
134
Fire Sealant

Jointing Face
Layer

NON-FIRE RATED
5-10mm
clearance to
plasterboard
5-10mm
clearance to
furring channel
and plasterboard
Sealant required to
maintain acoustic
integrity
Fix top plate to slab at
100mm max from ends

100mm max from ends
Fix resilient mount

100mm max from
top of wall
Non-re rated
plasterboard
FIGURE 17 Wall Head To Slab

Resilient mount and furring channel
Non-re rated
plasterboard
Skirting board
Fix 10-15mm from

sheet bottom
Sealant required to
maintain acoustic
integrity
5-10mm clearance
to plasterboard
Furring channel
(leave 10mm
clearance at bottom)
Resilient mount
Fix resilient mount

100mm max from
bottom of wall
5-10mm
clearance to
plasterboard
Sealant required to
maintain acoustic
integrity
Fix 50mm from sheet

bottom. Do not x
through furring channel
track

135
Fix 10 - 15mm
from sheet top
FIRE RATED
Fix 10-15mm
from sheet top
5-10mm
clearance to
plasterboard
Fix 50mm from sheet

top. Do not x through
furring channel track

to maintain re and
acoustic integrity
100mm max from ends

100mm max from ends
Fix resilient mount

100mm max from
top of wall
FireShield
Furring channel
(leave 10mm
clearance at top)

Furring channel
(leave 10mm
clearance at bottom)
FireShield
Resilient mount
Skirting board
Fix 10-15mm from

sheet bottom

to maintain re and
acoustic integrity
5 - 10mm clearance
to plasterboard
Fix resilient mount

100mm max from
bottom of wall
5-10mm
clearance to
plasterboard

to maintain re and
acoustic integrity
Fix 50mm from sheet

bottom. Do not x
through furring channel
track

FireShield
Fibre cement
Skirting board
Fix 10-15mm from

sheet bottom

to maintain re and
acoustic integrity
5-10mm clearance
to bre cement

FireShield and Fibre Cement
136
NON-FIRE RATED
WALL JUNCTIONS PLAN VIEW
Set internal corner
Set external
corner bead
Set internal corner
Non-re rated
plasterboard
FIGURE 26 Corner
Noggings at 800mm max centres

to support intersecting stud
Set external
corner bead
Set internal corner
Set internal corner

Fill voids with
plaster compound
Non-re rated
plasterboard
Non-re rated
plasterboard
FIGURE 29 Intersecting Wall With Noggings
137
FIRE RATED
WALL JUNCTIONS PLAN VIEW
FireShield
Set internal corner
Set internal corner
Sacrical solid timber blocking to maintain

re rating. Additional to structural timber.
Use 1x45mm or 2x35mm thick for FRL 60.
FireShield
Non-re rated
plasterboard

Set external
corner bead
FireShield
FireShield
Set internal corner

Set internal corner
FireShield
FIGURE 32 Corner

Overlap sheet
edges at corners
Install extra
stud at corner
Set external
corner bead
Set internal corner
Set internal corner

to maintain re and
acoustic integrity
FIGURE 34 Corner
138
FireShield

WALL CONTROL JOINTS FOR SINGLE, DOUBLE AND STAGGERED STUD WALLS PLAN VIEW
Low acoustic performance

15mm plasterboard thickness to
FireShield
Studs on both sides
of control joint
Top/bottom plate
discontinuous over
control joint
22mm backing rod
22mm backing rod

Fire sealant depth same as

Optional stopping angle
Non-re rated
plasterboard


FireShield
22mm backing rod
Top/bottom plate
discontinuous over
control joint
Top/bottom plate
discontinuous over
control joint
Waterproof sealant depth same as
acoustic integrity
WaterShield
15mm
22mm backing rod

FIGURE 38 Control Joint Including Wet Areas
Non-re rated
plasterboard

15mm
FireShield

22mm backing rod
22mm backing rod
Steel angle. Refer to note.
Steel angle. Refer to note.
FIGURE 40 Control Joint Including Resilient

Mount and Furring Channel
Align control joint in

plasterboard wall with other
structures control joint
15mm
Non-re rated
plasterboard
FIGURE 41 Fire Rated Control Joint Including

Resilient Mount and Furring Channel
Control joints using resilient mount and
furring channel to be backed with
galvanised steel angle to support backing rod
and sealant/re sealant.
16mm furring channel use 35x35mm angle
28mm furring channel use 50x50mm angle

Fibre cement
15mm

Fire sealant depth same
as plasterboard thickness
to maintain re and
acoustic integrity
FireShield
22mm backing rod
Control joint in
other structure

With Other Structure
Tiles and adhesive

10mm

139

DOORS FOR SINGLE, DOUBLE AND STAGGERED STUD WALLS
Timber stud
Timber door jamb
Timber door jamb
Timber stud
Architrave
Architrave
FIGURE 44 Timber Door Jamb

Fire rated wall
Timber stud
Timber door jamb
Timber door jamb
Shadowline stopping bead

(Rondo P50)

Architrave

Fire rated wall
Timber door jamb thickness

can be included in char
calculations for FRL
Timber door jamb

With stopping angle
Timber stud
Architrave

Fire rated wall

140
FIRE RATED
FIRE PENETRATIONS FOR SINGLE, DOUBLE AND STAGGERED STUD WALLS
FireShield
installation requirements from particular
re protection product manufacturers.
Installation instructions and product
performance must be veried by the
re protection product manufacturer.
Intumescent
backing strip
Fire sealant
For re rating plumbing
penetration details [Refer
to Section 3.1.4 Wet Areas]
FIGURE 50 Fire Rated Switch-Plate or GPO

Elevation

mounting bracket

Electrical cable
Top view
Timber stud
Stud mounting
bracket
Power-point GPO
300mm max
Fire sealant
Fire rated
switchbox
FireShield
200mm max
Fix FireShield on top, bottom,

sides and back.
Nogging xed
to timber studs
FireShield
Side view
Front view
FIGURE 51 Fireshield Protection Box For Non-Fire Rated Switch-Plate or GPO
Installed in single layer systems
mounting bracket
Fire sealant

Electrical cable
Top view
Power-point GPO
Timber stud
Stud mounting
bracket
2 layers of
FireShield
300mm max
200mm max
Fix FireShield on top, bottom,

sides and back.
Nogging xed
to timber studs
FireShield
Front view
Side view
FIGURE 52 FireShield Protection Box For Non-Fire Rated Switch-Plate or GPO

141
FIRE RATED
Fire sealant
Plastic pipe
Check max
opening
Fire sealant
Refer to re collar
manufacturer for sizing
Refer to re sealant manufacturer

FIGURE 53 Typical Cable Penetration

Up to 2 hours FRL Example only
Check max gap
Refer to re collar manufacturer

FIGURE 54 Typical Fire Collar

Maintains FRL of wall Example only
For re rated plumbing

penetration details. [Refer
to Section 3.1.4 Wet Areas]
Cable
142
Masonry Walls
with Plasterboard
3.1.3
SYSTEMS
144
Acoustic Upgrades
Fire Rated Upgrades
144
150
INSTALLATION
152
Framing
Plasterboard Layout
Plasterboard Fixing
152
153
154
154
CONSTRUCTION
DETAILS
158
INTRODUCTION
Plasterboard may be installed over masonry walls to create a
decorative nish. It removes the need for rendering and may also
upgrade the re and acoustic performance of a wall. Services may
be installed in the cavity between the masonry and plasterboard,
thus avoiding the need for chasing of masonry walls.
Masonry includes concrete, bricks, blocks and autoclaved
aerated concrete.
143
SYSTEMS: Acoustic Upgrades
ACOUSTIC UPGRADES
KMW15-1B KMW60-1E
WALL LINING: [Side 1] Plasterboard as specied in table adhered with MastaBond Masonry Adhesive
[Side 2] Plasterboard as specied in table adhered with MastaBond Masonry Adhesive
Masonry wall as specied in table. [Refer to masonry manufacturer for FRL]
MASONRY:
[13mm MastaShield can be substituted with 10mm SoundShield or any other Knauf 13mm plasterboard]
[13mm ImpactShield can be substituted with 13mm QuadShield]
[13mm MastaShield adhered with MastaBond Masonry Adhesive can be substituted with 13mm render on one side only]
[140mm core-lled concrete block can be substituted with minimum 125mm solid concrete]
Masonry Type
System
Plasterboard Lining
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
KMW15-1B
[Side 1]: 1 layer of 13mm MastaShield

Minimum Double
[Side 1]: 1 layer of 13mm SoundShield
110mm Brick
KMW25-1B
with minimum
50mm air-gap
[Side 1]: 1 layer of 13mm FireShield
KMW60-1B
Minimum laid
weight 320 kg/m
[Side 1]: 1 layer of 13mm ImpactShield
KMW60-1B
[Side 2]: 1 layer of 13mm ImpactShield
KMW15-1C
Minimum
140mm unlled
Concrete Block
KMW25-1C
Minimum laid
weight 180 kg/m
KMW60-1C
KMW15-1D
Minimum
140mm core-lled
Concrete Block
KMW25-1D
Minimum laid
weight 280 kg/m
KMW60-1D
KMW15-1E
Minimum
190mm unlled
Concrete Block
KMW25-1E
Minimum laid
weight 220 kg/m
KMW60-1E
144
55 (49)
56 (50)
56 (49)
56 (50)
46 (40)
46 (40)
46 (40)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-55
51 (43)
51 (44)
51 (44)
49 (42)
49 (42)
49 (42)
KMW15-2C KMW68-2F
WALL LINING: [Side 1] 13mm MastaShield adhered with MastaBond Masonry Adhesive
[Side 2] Plasterboard as specied in table xed to furring channels
at maximum 600mm centres on wall clip assembly
MASONRY:
[13mm MastaShield can be substituted with 13mm WaterShield on the furring channel side]
[13mm MastaShield can be substituted with 10mm SoundShield]
[13mm MastaShield adhered with MastaBond Masonry Adhesive can be substituted with 13mm render on one side only]
[Insulation thickness must not be greater than cavity size]
System
Plasterboard Lining
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
Minimum 30mm
cavity with
No Insulation
Minimum 30mm
cavity with
insulation
25mm Glasswool
min 22 kg/m
or
30mm Polyester
min 14 kg/m
Minimum 50mm
cavity with
insulation
50mm EarthWool
min 11 kg/m
or
50mm Polyester
min 11 kg/m
KMW15-2C [Side 2]: 1 layer of 13mm MastaShield
51 (44)
55 (46)
58 (48)
KMW16-2C [Side 2]: 2 layers of 13mm MastaShield
54 (47)
58 (49)
61 (51)
53 (45)
57 (48)
60 (50)
55 (48)
59 (52)
62 (53)
KMW68-2C [Side 2]: 1 layer of 13mm FireShield
52 (44)
56 (47)
59 (49)
KMW69-2C [Side 2]: 2 layers of 13mm FireShield
55 (47)
59 (50)
62 (52)
KMW15-2D [Side 2]: 1 layer of 13mm MastaShield
53 (45)
57 (48)
60 (50)
56 (48)
60 (51)
63 (53)
55 (46)
59 (50)
62 (52)
54 (46)
58 (49)
61 (51)
KMW69-2D [Side 2]: 2 layers of 13mm FireShield
57 (49)
61 (52)
64 (54)
KMW15-2E [Side 2]: 1 layer of 13mm MastaShield
52 (44)
56 (47)
59 (49)
55 (46)
59 (50)
62 (52)
54 (45)
58 (49)
61 (51)
53 (45)
57 (48)
60 (50)
56 (47)
60 (51)
63 (53)
55 (46)
59 (50)
62 (52)
57 (47)
61 (52)
64 (54)
56 (46)
60 (51)
63 (53)
Minimum
140mm unlled KMW28-2C [Side 2]: 1 layer of 13mm SoundShield
Concrete Block
Minimum laid
KMW29-2C [Side 2]: 2 layers of 13mm SoundShield
weight 180 kg/m
KMW16-2D [Side 2]: 2 layers of 13mm MastaShield

Minimum
140mm core-lled
Concrete Block KMW28-2D [Side 2]: 1 layer of 13mm SoundShield
Minimum laid
weight 280 kg/m KMW68-2D [Side 2]: 1 layer of 13mm FireShield
KMW16-2E [Side 2]: 2 layers of 13mm MastaShield

Minimum
190mm unlled
Concrete Block KMW28-2E [Side 2]: 1 layer of 13mm SoundShield
Minimum laid
weight 220 kg/m KMW68-2E [Side 2]: 1 layer of 13mm FireShield
KMW69-2E [Side 2]: 2 layers of 13mm FireShield
KMW15-2F
Minimum
190mm core-lled
Concrete Block KMW28-2F
Minimum laid
weight 380 kg/m KMW68-2F
Masonry Type
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-55
For cavity size information refer to Furring Channel Cavity Size Table in the Framing section.
145

KMW15-8C KMW68-8 F
WALL LINING: [Side 1] Left bare
MASONRY:
Masonry Type
System
Plasterboard Lining
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
Minimum 30mm
cavity with
No Insulation
Minimum 30mm
cavity with
insulation
25mm Glasswool
min 22 kg/m
or
30mm Polyester
min 14 kg/m
Minimum 50mm
cavity with
insulation
50mm EarthWool
min 11 kg/m
or
50mm Polyester
min 11 kg/m
50 (43)
54 (45)
57 (47)
KMW16-8C [Side 2]: 2 layers of 13mm MastaShield
53 (46)
57 (48)
60 (50)
52 (44)
56 (47)
59 (49)
54 (47)
58 (51)
61 (52)
KMW68-8C [Side 2]: 1 layer of 13mm FireShield
51 (43)
55 (46)
58 (48)
KMW69-8C [Side 2]: 2 layers of 13mm FireShield
54 (46)
58 (49)
61 (51)
52 (44)
56 (47)
59 (49)
55 (47)
59 (50)
62 (52)
54 (45)
58 (49)
61 (51)
53 (45)
57 (48)
60 (50)
KMW69-8D [Side 2]: 2 layers of 13mm FireShield
56 (48)
60 (51)
63 (53)
KMW15-8E [Side 2]: 1 layer of 13mm MastaShield
51 (43)
55 (46)
58 (48)
54 (45)
58 (49)
61 (51)
53 (44)
57 (48)
60 (50)
52 (44)
56 (47)
59 (49)
55 (46)
59 (50)
62 (52)
54 (45)
58 (49)
61 (51)
56 (46)
60 (51)
63 (53)
55 (45)
59 (50)
62 (52)
Minimum
140mm unlled KMW28-8C [Side 2]: 1 layer of 13mm SoundShield
Concrete Block
Minimum laid
KMW29-8C [Side 2]: 2 layers of 13mm SoundShield
weight 180 kg/m
KMW16-8D [Side 2]: 2 layers of 13mm MastaShield

Minimum
140mm core-lled
Concrete Block KMW28-8D [Side 2]: 1 layer of 13mm SoundShield
Minimum laid
KMW16-8E [Side 2]: 2 layers of 13mm MastaShield

Minimum
190mm unlled
Concrete Block KMW28-8E [Side 2]: 1 layer of 13mm SoundShield
Minimum laid
KMW69-8E [Side 2]: 2 layers of 13mm FireShield
KMW15-8F
Minimum
190mm core-lled
Concrete Block KMW28-8F
Minimum laid
Acoustic Report
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KMW15-3B KMW60-3F
WALL LINING: [Side 1] Plasterboard as specied in table xed to furring channels
MASONRY:
[13mm MastaShield can be substituted with 10mm SoundShield or 13mm WaterShield]
Masonry Type
System
Plasterboard Lining
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
Minimum 30mm cavities with Minimum 50mm cavities with
insulation in one cavity only
insulation in one cavity only
25mm Glasswool min 22 kg/m
50mm EarthWool min 11 kg/m
or
or
30mm Polyester min 14 kg/m
50mm Polyester min 11 kg/m
Minimum Double KMW15-3B [Side 1]: 1 layer of 13mm MastaShield

110mm Brick
with minimum
KMW25-3B
50mm air-gap
Minimum laid
weight 320 kg/m KMW60-3B [Side 2]: 1 layer of 13mm FireShield
KMW15-3C
KMW16-3C
Minimum
[Side 2]: 2 layers of 13mm MastaShield
140mm unlled
Concrete Block
KMW25-3C
Minimum laid
weight 180 kg/m KMW60-3C [Side 1]: 1 layer of 13mm FireShield
KMW61-3C
[Side 2]: 2 layers of 13mm FireShield
KMW15-3D
KMW16-3D
Minimum
140mm core-lled KMW25-3D
Concrete Block
Minimum laid
KMW26-3D
[Side 2]: 2 layers of 13mm SoundShield
weight 280 kg/m
KMW60-3D
KMW61-3D
KMW15-3E
KMW16-3E
Minimum
190mm unlled
Concrete Block
KMW25-3E
Minimum laid
KMW61-3E
KMW15-3F
Minimum
190mm core-lled
Concrete Block
KMW25-3F
Minimum laid
weight 380 kg/m KMW60-3F [Side 1]: 1 layer of 13mm FireShield
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54 (45)
57 (47)
57 (48)
60 (50)
56 (47)
59 (49)
55 (46)
58 (48)
58 (49)
61 (51)
56 (47)
59 (49)
59 (50)
62 (52)
58 (49)
61 (51)
60 (52)
63 (54)
57 (48)
60 (50)
60 (51)
63 (53)
55 (46)
58 (48)
58 (49)
61 (51)
57 (48)
60 (50)
56 (47)
59 (49)
59 (49)
62 (52)
58 (49)
61 (51)
60 (51)
63 (53)
59 (50)
62 (52)
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KMW15-4A KMW68-4F
WALL LINING: [Side 1] 13mm MastaShield adhered with MastaBond Masonry Adhesive
[Side 2] Plasterboard as specied in table xed to studs at maximum 600mm centres
with minimum 20mm air gap
MASONRY:
[13mm MastaShield can be substituted with 13mm WaterShield on the steel stud side]
[13mm MastaShield adhered with MastaBond Masonry Adhesive can be substituted with 13mm render]
Masonry Type
System
Plasterboard Lining
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
50mm EarthWool, min 11 kg/m or,
50mm Polyester, min 11 kg/m or,
75mm Polyester, TSB4/ASB4
51mm Steel Stud
Min 64mm Steel or

70mm Timber Stud
56 (48)
58 (50)
59 (50)
60 (51)
58 (49)
59 (50)
57 (49)
59 (51)
60 (52)
61 (53)
59 (51)
60 (52)
Minimum
140mm core-lled
Concrete Block
KMW28-4D [Side 2]: 1 layer of 13mm SoundShield
Minimum laid
60 (50)
61 (52)
62 (53)
63 (54)
61 (52)
62 (53)
Minimum
KMW15-4F
190mm core-lled
Concrete Block
KMW28-4F
Minimum laid
62 (52)
63 (53)
64 (54)
65 (55)
63 (53)
64 (54)
KMW15-4A [Side 2]: 1 layer of 13mm MastaShield

Minimum
110mm Brick
KMW28-4A [Side 2]: 1 layer of 13mm SoundShield
Minimum laid
weight 160 kg/m
KMW68-4A [Side 2]: 1 layer of 13mm FireShield
Minimum
140mm unlled
Concrete Block
KMW28-4C [Side 2]: 1 layer of 13mm SoundShield
Minimum laid
weight 180 kg/m KMW68-4C [Side 2]: 1 layer of 13mm FireShield
Acoustic Report
Day Design
4738-15
Note:
Impact Sound Resistant
KMW18-7D
WALL LINING: [Side 1] Left bare
[Side 2] Plasterboard as specied in table xed to minimum 64mm steel studs or minimum
70mm timber studs at maximum 600mm centres with minimum 20mm air gap
MASONRY:
[13mm MastaShield can be substituted with 13mm WaterShield or 10mm SoundShield]
Masonry Type
System
Plasterboard Lining
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No insulation
Minimum
140mm unlled
Concrete Block
Minimum laid
weight 180 kg/m
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49 (45)
50mm EarthWool, min 11 kg/m

or
50mm Polyester, min 11 kg/m
or
Acoustic Report
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58 (50)
Note:
KMW15-5A KMW60-5D
WALL LINING: [Side 1] Plasterboard as specied in table xed to furring channels
at maximum 600mm centres on wall clip assembly with minimum 21mm cavity
[Side 2] Plasterboard as specied in table xed to studs at maximum 600mm centres
with minimum 20mm air gap
MASONRY:
[21mm cavity is suitable for minimum 16mm furring channel and wall clip assembly]
Masonry Type
System
Plasterboard Lining
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
KMW15-5A

Minimum
110mm Brick
KMW25-5A
Minimum laid
weight 160 kg/m
KMW60-5A
KMW15-5C

Minimum
140mm unlled KMW16-5C [Side 2]: 2 layers of 13mm MastaShield
Concrete Block
Minimum laid
KMW25-5C
weight 180 kg/m
51mm Steel Stud
Min 64mm Steel or

70mm Timber Stud
57 (49)
59 (51)
59 (51)
60 (52)
58 (50)
60 (51)
58 (49)
60 (51)
61 (52)
62 (53)
60 (51)
61 (52)
KMW60-5C

60 (50)
61 (51)
KMW15-5D

60 (50)
61 (52)
62 (53)
63 (54)
61 (52)
62 (53)

62 (53)
63 (54)

64 (55)
65 (56)

63 (54)
64 (55)
[Side 1]: 1 layer of 13mm SonaRock

[Side 2]: 1 layer of 13mm SonaRock
65 (56)
66 (57)
Minimum
140mm core-lled
Concrete Block
KMW25-5D
Minimum laid
weight 280 kg/m
KMW60-5D
KMW15-5F
Minimum
190mm core-lled KMW25-5F
Concrete Block
Minimum laid
KMW60-5F
weight 380 kg/m
KMW710-5F
Insulation in stud cavity only

50mm EarthWool, min 11 kg/m or,
50mm Polyester, min 11 kg/m or,
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4738-15
Note:
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KMW15-6A KMW60-6G
WALL LINING: [Side 1] Plasterboard as specied in table xed to minimum 64mm steel studs or
minimum 70mm timber studs at maximum 600mm centres with minimum 20mm air gap
[Side 2] Plasterboard as specied in table xed to minimum 64mm steel studs or
minimum 70mm timber studs at maximum 600mm centres with minimum 20mm air gap
MASONRY:
Masonry Type
System
Plasterboard Lining
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
Insulation in one stud cavity Insulation in both stud cavities
50mm EarthWool
50mm EarthWool
min 11 kg/m
min 11 kg/m
or
or
65mm Polyester
65mm Polyester
TSB3/ASB3
TSB3/ASB3
KMW15-6A

Minimum
110mm Brick
KMW25-6A
Minimum laid
weight 160 kg/m
KMW60-6A
KMW15-6C
Minimum
140mm unlled
Concrete Block
KMW25-6C
Minimum laid
weight 180 kg/m
KMW60-6C
KMW15-6G

Minimum
90mm Brick
KMW25-6G
Minimum laid
weight 130 kg/m
KMW60-6G
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60 (50)
64 (54)
63 (53)
64 (54)
67 (55)
67 (55)
59 (46)
65 (57)
63 (50)
69 (61)
62 (49)
68 (60)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-55
Note:
Impact Sound
Resistant
Discontinuous
Construction
SYSTEMS: Fire Rated Upgrades
FIRE RATED UPGRADES
KMW70
FRAME:
Existing masonry wall with furring channels or steel stud at maximum 600mm centres
[Refer to masonry manufacturer for FRL]
[This system is designed to upgrade the FRL of the Masonry Wall]
[Total Integrity and total Insulation cannot be greater than total Structural Adequacy]
Additional FRL to Masonry

(minutes)
Masonry Structural Adequacy + 30/Masonry Integrity + 60/Masonry Insulation + 60

Rated from both sides
Fire Report
FAR 2221
KMW62
FRAME:

(minutes)

Fire Report
FAR 2221
KMW72
FRAME:

(minutes)

Fire Report
FAR 2221
150

(minutes)
FireShield on the
EXPOSED side
to the re
FireShield on the
UNEXPOSED side
to the re
Fire Report
FAR 2464
Fire Report
FAR 2464
KMW66
FRAME:

(minutes)
FireShield on the
EXPOSED side
to the re
FireShield on the
UNEXPOSED side
to the re
Fire Report
FAR 2464
Fire Report
FAR 2464
KMW76
FRAME:

(minutes)
FireShield on the
EXPOSED side
to the re
FireShield on the
UNEXPOSED side
to the re
Fire Report
FAR 2464
Fire Report
FAR 2464
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FRAME:
SYSTEMS: Fire Rated Upgrades
KMW75
Non-Fire
Rated
Fire
Rated

At any change in the substrate material.

Only joint the face layer. As a minimum to achieve the FRL, only use paper tape and:

rating of the system. [Refer to mineral bre manufacturers specications for minimum
widths required]

is not permitted.

Fire Resistance]
152
Fix the furring channel/timber battens at 600mm maximum centres

horizontally or vertically. [Refer to Figure 2 or 3]
Fire
Rated
FURRING CHANNEL/TIMBER BATTEN ANCHOR SPACING

Framing Member
Maximum Anchor Spacing
13mm Recessed Furring Channel (Rondo No.333)
900mm
16mm Furring Channel (Rondo No.308)
900mm
28mm Furring Channel (Rondo No.129)
1200mm
Timber Battens
1200mm
Anchors for Furring channel or Timber battens must also be xed 100mm max from ends.
FURRING CHANNEL CAVITY SIZE TABLE

Leg Position
Cavity Size with

28mm Furring
Channel
Cavity Size with

16mm Furring
Channel
48mm
36mm
41mm
31mm
35mm
30mm
69mm
57mm
64mm
52mm
59mm
49mm
Maximum
50mm
38mm
Minimum
34mm
Direct Fix Furring Channel Clip

(Rondo No. 237)
32mm
21mm
Direct Fix Furring Channel Clip for Membrane

Insulation (Rondo No. 282)
56mm
45mm
Completely wound in
45mm
32mm
Framing Member
Beta Fix Clip

(Rondo No. BETAFIX)
Beta Fix Clip Long Leg

(Rondo No. LGBETAFIX)
Sliding Adjustable Furring Channel Clip

(Rondo No. FCINFIN030)
Resilient Mount Clip (Rondo No. STWC)

Cavity sizes listed above are intended as a guide only.
Plumbing and electrical services must not protrude

beyond the face of the stud.
Nylon anchors are not permitted in re
rated systems.
Resilient mounts or direct x clips with furring
channel do not meet the requirements of
discontinuous construction for walls. Resilient
mounts only meet the requirements of impact
sound resistance.
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Non-Fire
Rated
FRAMING
Fire
Rated
Stagger butt joints by 600mm minimum on adjoining sheets and between layers.
First layer butt joints must be backed by furring channel/timber batten.
Locate vertical joints 200mm minimum from the edge of any opening such as

practical to reduce the effect of glancing light.
PLASTERBOARD FIXING
Non-Fire
Rated
Fire
Rated
Drive fasteners to just below the sheet surface, taking care not to break
the paper linerboard.
Do not x plasterboard to steel more than 2mm BMT.
Masonry Adhesive Method
Use MastaBond Masonry Adhesive Method

Fastener and Adhesive Method to Furring Channel/Timber Batten
Apply MastaGrip Stud Adhesive after the frame is clean, dry, and free
from grease, dust and other contaminants.
Fastener Only Method to Furring Channel/Timber Batten

Use the Fastener Only Method in tiled or re rated areas.
Stud adhesive is not permitted.
Laminating Screw Only Method

Use 50mm 10g laminating screws for Autoclaved Aerated Concrete.
Do not use the Masonry Adhesive method for:
Masonry with a glazed surface nish
Fire rated systems
Multi-layer systems
Walls over three metres high
Pre-cast concrete panels that have a release agent on
the surface reducing the effectiveness of the adhesive
The Fastener and Adhesive Method is recommended

for non-re rated applications. MastaGrip will:
Reduce the number of fastener heads that may
Walls where the surface deviation is above 25mm

Autoclaved Aerated Concrete
Walls that may become damp during service
Walls that will have tiles or vinyl sheeting xed to plasterboard.
154
Non-Fire
Rated
PLASTERBOARD LAYOUT
SCREW TYPE AND MINIMUM SIZE FOR THE INSTALLATION OF PLASTERBOARD

TO STEEL FURRING CHANNEL
Plasterboard
Thickness
1st Layer
2nd Layer
3rd Layer
6.5mm
25mm 6g S screw
25mm 6g S screw
10mm
25mm 6g S screw
40mm 6g S screw*
13mm
25mm 6g S screw
40mm 6g S screw*
60mm 6g S screw*
16mm
30mm 6g S screw
45mm 6g S screw*
65mm 6g S screw*

TO SOFTWOOD TIMBER BATTENS
1st Layer
2nd Layer
3rd Layer
6.5mm
30mm x 2.8 nail

or
25mm x 2.8 ring shank nail
or
25mm 6g W screw
40mm x 2.8 galvanised nail

or
or
30mm 6g W screw
10mm

or
or
25mm 6g W screw for walls
or
30mm 6g W screw for
ceilings

or
40mm 6g W screw*
13mm

or
or
30mm 6g W screw

or
45mm 6g W screw*

or
65mm 8g W screw*
16mm

or
45mm 6g W screw

or
50mm 6g W screw*

or
65mm 8g W screw*
Plasterboard
Thickness

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NON-FIRE RATED
75x50mm
leveling pads for
irregular walls
50mm
600mm max
Butt joints
200mm
min from
openings
450mm max
1350mm max
50mm
Levelling pads
Use MastaBond masonry adhesive with

75x50mm plasterboard levelling pads for
irregular walls up to 25mm max deviation.
Field
Adhered at 450mm max centres
50mm
450mm max
450mm max
450mm max
450mm max
Openings
450mm max

Screw and Adhesive Method on furring channel or battens
50mm
Internal and
External
corners
Openings
Adhered at 450mm max centres
Sealant

Ventilation
Allow ventilation gap at top and bottom

of wall for external walls and other areas
where moisture may be an issue.
Wet areas
Do not use this method in wet areas or when

wall is above 3m in height. Furring channel
must be used.
Fixing
Sheet layout
Wall anchor
clips
Perimeter

must not be xed to bottom track.
Field

centres and 200mm min from screw points
and plasterboard edges. Fix one screw at
mid-height of sheet on every second furring
channel/batten.
300mm max
Butt joints
200mm
min from
openings
Float butt joints

between framing
for Level 4 and
Level 5 nishes
10-15mm
300mm max
200mm min
300mm max
50mm
Adhered at 450mm max centres. Use extra

daubs around doors and windows for support.
Horizontal (or Vertical)

Use direct x clips or resilient mounts.
[Refer to furring channel/timber batten
anchor spacing table]
Recessed edges Fix on each furring channel/batten.

One screw at
mid-height of
sheet on every
second furring
channel
Refer to
table for
Wall anchor
clip spacing
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MastaBond daubs 75mm diameter and

25mm high and 50mm max from sheet
edges. Use temporary supports to hold
sheets in place until adhesive sets.
Recessed edges Adhered at 450mm max centres

Adhered at 450mm max centres. Stagger
Butt joints
100mm max
600mm max
butt joints by 600mm min on adjoining sheets.
50mm
Fixing
Sheet layout
Masonry
adhesive
Openings
300mm
max
Butt joints
Float butt joints between furring channel/

battens and back-block for Level 4 and Level
5 Finishes. Butt joints permitted on furring
channel for a Level 3 Finish. Stagger butt
joints by 600mm on adjoining sheets and
Internal and
External
corners
Openings
Sealant

50mm
600mm max
1st layer
300mm max
1st & 2nd layer

200mm max
Butt joints
200mm
min from
openings
1st layer
200mm max
stagger screws
Fixing
Screw Only Method
Sheet layout
1st layer: Vertical

Wall anchor
clips
Use direct x clips or resilient mounts. [Refer

to furring channel/timber batten anchor
spacing table]
Perimeter

must not be xed top and bottom tracks.
Field

Recessed edges 1st layer: Fix at 200mm max centres and

backed by furring channel.
2nd layer: Fix on each furring channel.
Floating
butt joint
10-15mm
Refer to
table for
Wall anchor
clip spacing

and butt joints by 600mm
min between layers
Butt joints

600mm min on adjoining sheets and
between layers.
furring channel.
stagger screws. Alternatively, oat butt joints
and laminate to 1st layer using laminating
screws at 200mm max centres and
stagger screws.
Internal and
External
corners
Openings

Fire Sealant

perimeter to maintain re and acoustic integrity.
Jointing face
layer

Fixing
Laminating Screw Method
Sheet layout
Perimeter
Screws must be within 10-15mm of sheet

edges and from recess joints and butt joints.
Field
Openings
200mm max
2nd layer
300mm
1st & 2nd layer

200mm max
2nd layer
200mm max
stagger
2nd layer 200mm

max stagger screws
50mm

Laminating Screw Method to autoclaved aerated concrete
10-15mm
Recessed edges Fix at 600mm max centres

300mm max
Butt joints
200mm
min from
openings
200mm max
stagger screws
10-15mm
Butt joints

on adjoining sheets.
Internal and
External
corners
Openings
Sealant

600mm max
300mm max
300mm max
Openings
300mm max
10-15mm
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Screw Only Method on furring channel
FIRE RATED
WALL HEAD AND BASE FOR MASONRY WALLS ELEVATION
5-10mm
clearance to
plasterboard
Sealant required
to maintain
acoustic integrity
5-10mm
clearance to
plasterboard
to maintain re and
acoustic integrity
50mm max
50mm max
Furring channel wall track

x at 600mm max centres
and 100mm max from ends
MastaBond
masonry adhesive
Masonry wall
Direct x clips or
resilient mounts
Masonry wall
Furring channel
Non-re rated
Plasterboard
Furring channel
FireShield
Non-re rated
Plasterboard
FireShield
Masonry wall
Furring channel
Furring channel
MastaBond
masonry adhesive
Sealant required to
maintain acoustic
integrity
5-10mm clearance
to plasterboard
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Direct x clips
Furring channel wall track

x at 600mm max centres
50mm max

to maintain re and
acoustic integrity
50mm max
5-10mm
clearance to
plasterboard

5-10mm clearance
to plasterboard
5-10mm clearance
to plasterboard
50mm max
WALL JUNCTIONS MASONRY WALLS PLAN VIEW

50mm max
FireShield

Furring channel
Direct x clip or resilient mount
Furring channel
Direct x clip or resilient mount
Furring channel
Sealant required to

50mm max

Intersection Wall

to maintain re and
acoustic integrity
Use extra MastaBond daubs

near external corners

Intersection Wall
Masonry wall
50mm max
FIGURE 11 Wall End
Use furring channel and steel

angle near external corners
FIGURE 12 Corner
Non-re rated
plasterboard
Continue FireShield through
before installing non-re
rated plasterboard
FireShield
Set internal corner, or alternatively

use Stopping Angle
50mm max

Intersection Wall
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WALL CONTROL JOINTS FOR MASONRY WALLS PLAN VIEW
50mm max
50mm max
Non-re rated
plasterboard
FireShield
Backing rod
for sealant
Suitable IBS backing

rod for masonry FRL
Non-re rated
backing rod
Sealant depth same as the

50mm max
Use MastaBond daubs

both sides of control joint
15mm

15mm FireShield thickness to maintain
Steel angle
[Refer to note below]

15mm
50mm max
FireShield
Backing rod
for sealant
15mm

FireShield thickness to maintain
Suitable IBS backing

rod for masonry FRL
Non-re rated
backing rod
Steel angle
[REFER TO NOTE BELOW]
Sealant depth same as the

Steel angle
[Refer to note below]
For control joint using either 13mm recessed

furring channel, or beta x clips and furring
channel, or direct x clips and furring
channel, or resilient mounts and furring
channel, galvanised steel angle must be
used to support backing rod and sealant/
re sealant.
For 13mm recessed furring channel use
25x25mm angle.
For Direct x clip and 16mm furring
channel use 25x25mm angle.
For Direct x clip and 28mm furring
channel use 35x35mm angle.
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50mm max
Metal door jamb
DOORS FOR MASONRY WALLS PLAN VIEW

50mm max
Metal door jamb
FIGURE 18 Typical Metal Door Jamb

With stopping angle
External angle
Metal door jamb
Metal door frame back-lled

with suitable re resisting
material as specied by re
rated door jamb manufacturer.

(Rondo P50)

50mm max
50mm max
Use metal angle to support return

Example only
161
Wet Areas
Using Plasterboard
3.1.4
SYSTEMS
163
INSTALLATION
166
Denitions
166
Wet Area Requirements
166
Waterproong Requirements
by Area
167
169
Framing
169
Plasterboard Layout
169
Plasterboard Fixing
169
CONSTRUCTION
DETAILS
172
FIGURE 1
INTRODUCTION
Australian Standard
AS 3740 Waterproong
of Wet Areas within
Residential Buildings
denes a wet area as
an area within a building
supplied with water from
a water supply system
and includes bathrooms,
showers, laundries and
sanitary compartments.
Waterproong of wet areas may
Some elements of wet area
be achieved by systems using
installation will be carried out by
water resistant plasterboards such
a plasterer, and other elements
as WaterShield, MultiShield or
will be completed by trades
QuadShield. This section contains:
such as plumbers and tilers. All
Wall systems incorporating

WaterShield [For MultiShield
or QuadShield systems, refer
to Section 3.1.1 and 3.1.2, as
MultiShield and QuadShield have
resistance to both water and re]
waterproong must be carried out

by an approved applicator. [Refer
to Section 2.3 for more information
on wet areas]
Installation instructions for wet

area walls. [For installation on
WaterShield ceilings, refer to
Section 3.4]
Waterproong treatment methods
for WaterShield, QuadShield and
MultiShield walls.
Construction details for wet areas.
162
KSW130
WALL LINING: [Side 1] 1 layer of 10mm WaterShield (bathroom side)
FRAME:
51
FRL
//
64
76
92
150
Stud BMT
0.5
0.75
0.5
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.75
1.15
2.77
2.91
3.33
3.93
4.17
3.70
4.43
4.65
4.54
4.83
5.11
6.55
7.22
Width
(mm)
3.02
3.20
3.58
4.18
4.46
4.02
4.78
5.07
4.85
5.27
5.62
7.14
7.75
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
65mm
Polyester
TSB3/ASB3
75mm
Polyester
14 kg/m
71
33 (26)
41 (32)
40 (32)
84
34 (26)
41 (32)
41 (32)
96
35 (27)
42 (33)
42 (33)
42 (33)
112
35 (27)
43 (33)
43 (33)
43 (33)
170
37 (27)
45 (36)
45 (36)
45 (36)
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FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
Stud Depth
51
FRL
//
64
76
92
150
Stud BMT
0.5
0.75
0.5
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.75
1.15
Max Height
UDL 0.25kPa (m)
Non-Load
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
Bearing Studs
at 600mm
at 450mm
2.77
2.91
3.33
3.93
4.17
3.70
4.43
4.65
4.54
4.83
5.11
6.55
7.22
3.02
3.20
3.58
4.18
4.46
4.02
4.78
5.07
4.85
5.27
5.62
7.14
7.75
3.1.4 Wet Areas
Stud Depth
Max Height
UDL 0.25kPa (m)
Non-Load
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
Bearing Studs
at 600mm
at 450mm
SYSTEMS
Stud Size
(mm)
Width
(mm)
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
65mm
Polyester
TSB3/ASB3
75mm
Polyester
14 kg/m
81
39 (31)
45 (36)
45 (36)
94
40 (31)
47 (37)
46 (37)
106
40 (31)
47 (37)
47 (37)
47 (37)
122
41 (32)
48 (38)
48 (38)
48 (38)
180
43 (32)
50 (42)
50 (42)
50 (42)
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KSW150
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
SYSTEMS
3.1.4 Wet Areas
Stud Depth
Stud BMT
FRL
//
92
0.55
Max Height
UDL 0.25kPa (m)
Non-Load
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
Bearing Studs
at 600mm
at 450mm
Width
(mm)
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
3.70
4.02
No noggings No noggings
112
36 (29)
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
45 (34)
65mm
Polyester
TSB3/ASB3
75mm
Polyester
14 kg/m
45 (34)
46 (35)
65mm
Polyester
TSB3/ASB3
75mm
Polyester
14 kg/m
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-12
KSW151
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
Stud Depth
Stud BMT
FRL
//
92
164
0.55
Max Height
UDL 0.25kPa (m)
Non-Load
Non-Load
Bearing Studs
Bearing Studs
at 600mm
at 450mm
3.70
4.02
No noggings No noggings
Width
(mm)
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
122
41 (34)
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
50 (40)
50 (40)
51 (41)
Acoustic Report
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KTW130
FRAME:
FRL
//
70
90
Stud Width
35
3.74
3.90
45
3.88
4.07
35
4.54
4.77
45
4.74
5.01
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
R2.0
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
90
34 (27)
41 (31)
41 (31)
110
36 (28)
41 (32)
41 (33)
41 (32)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-44
KTW131
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
Stud Depth
FRL
//
70
90
Stud Width
Max Height
Width
UDL 0.25kPa (m)
(mm)
Non-load bearing
Non-load bearing
MGP10 timber studs MGP10 timber studs
at 600mm
at 450mm
35
3.74
3.90
45
3.88
4.07
35
4.54
4.77
45
4.74
5.01
3.1.4 Wet Areas
Stud Depth
Max Height
Width
UDL 0.25kPa (m)
(mm)
MGP10 Timber Studs MGP10 Timber Studs
at 600mm
at 450mm
SYSTEMS
Stud Size
(mm)
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
R2.0
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
100
39 (32)
44 (35)
44 (35)
120
40 (32)
44 (37)
45 (37)
44 (37)
Acoustic Report
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DEFINITIONS
WATERPROOF MEMBRANE
SHOWER AREA
Waterproof membranes are a layer of material
Shower areas consist of enclosed and unenclosed areas:
impervious to water that are usually liquid applied.
Unenclosed shower areas extend 1500mm

horizontally from the shower connection on the wall,
up to a height of 1800mm from the nished oor.
They must comply with AS/NZS 4858:2004, Wet

Area Membranes and be applied according to the
manufacturers instructions.
Enclosed shower areas are bounded by walls or

screens up to a height of 1800mm from the nished oor.
INSTALLATION: Denitions and Wet Area Requirements
3.1.4 Wet Areas
FLASHING
Flashing is a strip or sleeve of impervious material such
as metal angle, or a liquid applied product such as
Walls or screens include hinged or sliding doors that

control the spread of water to within the enclosure
a waterproof membrane. It must provide a barrier to

A shower tted with a frameless glass shower
screen or screen over a bath less than 1500mm
long is not an enclosed shower.
moisture movement.
WET AREA REQUIREMENTS

Different wet areas require different levels of treatment to protect them from moisture.
WET AREA INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
Area
Level of Risk
Walls
Junctions
Penetrations
High
Water Resistant
Waterproof
Waterproof
Bathrooms
Medium
Waterproof^
Areas adjacent to baths and spas
Medium
Water Resistant
Waterproof
Waterproof*
Walls adjoining other vessels
Low
Water Resistant
Waterproof
Waterproof*
Laundries and WCs
Low
Waterproof^
Bathrooms and laundries requiring

a oor waste
High
Waterproof^
Waterproof
Shower area
+ Including mechanical xings or fasteners.

^ Applies to wall/oor junctions only.
* Horizontal surface waterproof, vertical surface water resistant.
Waterproof membrane to
150mm high behind tiles
WaterShield, QuadShield or MultiShield
Flexible wet
area sealant
FIGURE 2 Basin
166
WATERPROOFING REQUIREMENTS BY AREA

Water Resistant Walls
Use WaterShield, MultiShield or QuadShield covered with a waterproof membrane and tiles.
For all plasterboard joints, corners and fastener heads use MastaBase or MastaLongset and cover with
a waterproof membrane.
For long term durability, the application of a waterproof membrane over the entire area is recommended where
water resistant walls are required
3.1.4 Wet Areas
[Refer to waterproof membrane manufacturer for application instructions]

Walls Adjoining Other Vessels
Ensure walls within 75mm of a vessel such as a sink, basin or laundry tub are water resistant to a height
of 150mm minimum above the vessel.
Seal all edges where the vessel is xed to the wall.
Use a waterproof sealant or a proprietary ange system to waterproof penetrations.

Waterproof Vertical Junctions (where required)
Use a waterproof membrane as vertical ashing that has a minimum overlap of 40mm to the wall sheeting for
each leg.
Wall/Floor Junctions in Shower Areas and Adjacent to Baths and Spas
Use a waterproof membrane on walls to:
150mm minimum above the nished shower oor level or lip of bath
And 25mm minimum above the maximum retained water level
And with the horizontal leg width a minimum of 50mm.
Wall/Floor Junctions Outside Shower Areas
Use a waterproof membrane or metal angle as ashing with a vertical leg a minimum of 25mm above the nished
oor level with the horizontal leg width a minimum of 50mm.
WaterShield, SafeShield or MultiShield

150mm high behind tiles
Flexible wet
area sealant
Waterproof membrane
to walls of bath
Waterproof membrane as ashing
25mm min. above nished oor level
Tiles
FIGURE 3 Bath (Without Shower) Installation on Timber Flooring
167
INSTALLATION: Waterproong Requirements
Waterproof Penetrations
MastaFinish and All-purpose

compounds are only
permitted in non-tiled areas
Use only MastaBase or

MastaLongset in shower area
Tiles
INSTALLATION: Waterproong Requirements
3.1.4 Wet Areas
1800mm high

with horizontal leg width of 50mm
and 25mm above nished oor level
Flexible wet
area sealant
Waterproof membrane
b
1500mm min
from shower outlet. Timber oors in wet
areas must be completely covered with
a waterproof membrane.
FIGURE 4 Internal In Situ Tray for Unenclosed Shower on Concrete or Compressed Fibre Cement Floor
MastaFinish and All-purpose

compounds are only
permitted outside tiled areas
Use only MastaBase or
MastaLongset in shower area
Waterproof membrane
to 1800mm high
Optional reinforcing angle

behind plasterboard
Flexible wet
area sealant
Tiles
25mm min. above nished oor level
External shower tray

(installed before wall lining)
FIGURE 5 External Tray for Enclosed Shower on Timber Flooring
168
For WaterShield [Refer to Section 3.1.1 or 3.1.2 non-re rated requirements]
For MultiShield or QuadShield [Refer to Section 3.1.1 or 3.1.2 re rated requirements]
Waterproof all cut edges of WaterShield, QuadShield or MultiShield that may be affected by moisture,
including all penetrations and the bottom edge over a preformed shower base.
Only use paper tape and two coats of MastaBase or MastaLongset for jointing in tiled areas.
3.1.4 Wet Areas
Recess pre-formed shower bases, baths and spas sufciently into the wall to allow the tiles to pass down the
inside perimeter rebate of the shower base [Refer to Construction Details]
After the installation of tiles, apply a waterproof sealant to all wall/oor junctions and vertical corner joints.
Attach xtures to framing members only.
Multi-layer installations of WaterShield, QuadShield or MultiShield must also use these products for the
underlying layers.
Masonry adhesive and stud adhesive are not

permitted in tiled areas.
Frame movement should be limited at junctions in
high risk areas such as showers. For this purpose
use timber blocking to connect the two corner
studs or install a min. 35 x 35 x 0.7mm metal
angle xed to the frame in internal corners.
To prevent condensation forming, insulation in
the wall cavity should not come in contact with
plumbing pipes.
FRAMING
For internal steel walls [Refer to Section 3.1.1]. For internal timber walls [Refer to Section 3.1.2]
Masonry walls lined with tiles on WaterShield or MultiShield must use the furring channel method.
For masonry walls with plasterboard [Refer to Section 3.1.3]
PLASTERBOARD LAYOUT
For WaterShield [Refer to Section 3.1.1 or 3.1.2 non-re rated requirements]
For MultiShield or QuadShield [Refer to Section 3.1.1 or 3.1.2 re rated requirements]
PLASTERBOARD FIXING
Use the Fastener Only Method in tiled or re rated areas. Masonry or stud adhesives are not permitted.
Drive fasteners to just below the sheet surface, taking care not to break the paper linerboard.
Reduce all fastener spacing to 100mm max centres for tiles above 12 kg/m up to a maximum of 30 kg/m.
169
FIGURE 6 WaterShield in Tiled Areas 1 Layer Horizontal

Screw Only Method to steel frame
Fixing
Sheet Layout
Perimeter
50mm
Butt joints
200mm
min from
openings
150mm max
staggered
3.1.4 Wet Areas
Horizontal

Field
Recessed Edges Fix on each stud.
200mm max
Screw Only Method
Butt Joints
Internal and
External
Corners
Openings
15mm
150mm max
200mm max
150mm max
Openings
150mm max

of the wall.
Sealant
Use wet area sealant on all gaps and around

perimeter to maintain acoustic integrity. [Refer
to Construction Details]
Tile Weight
Reduce all fastener spacing to 100mm max

centres for tiles above 12kg/m up to a
maximum of 30kg/m.
Fixing
Sheet Layout
Perimeter
Field
Adhesive daubs 25mm diameter and spaced

at 300mm max centres and 200mm min
from screw points and plasterboard edges.
Fix one screw at mid-height of sheet on every
second stud.
50mm
FIGURE 7 WaterShield in Untiled Areas 1 Layer Horizontal

Screw and Adhesive Method to steel frame
50mm
300mm max
Butt joints
200mm min
from
openings
Float butt joints

between framing
for Level 4 and
Level 5 nishes
10-15mm
300mm
max
200mm min
300mm max
Openings
300mm max


Butt Joints
One screw at
mid-height of
sheet on every
second stud
Horizontal
Internal and
External
Corners
Openings
Float butt joints between studs and backblocking for Level 4 and Level 5 Finishes.
Butt joints permitted on a stud for Level 3
Finishes. Stagger butt joints by 600mm min
of the wall.
Sealant
Use wet area sealant on all gaps

and around perimeter to maintain acoustic
Plasterboard
Width (mm)
900
1200
1350
50mm
S A A A S
S A A A A S
S A A A A A S
S = Screw
A = Adhesive
170
FIGURE 8 WaterShield in Tiled Areas 1 Layer Horizontal

Fastener Only Method to timber frame
Fixing
Sheet Layout
Perimeter
10-15mm

Horizontal
Perimeter fasteners 10-15mm from sheet
edges.

Field
Internal and
External
Corners
Openings
10-15mm
150mm max
Openings
150mm max
Sealant
Use wet area sealant on all gaps and around

Tile Weight
Reduce all fastener spacing to 100mm max

centres for tiles above 12kg/m up to a
maximum of 30kg/m.
200mm max
150mm max
10-15mm
FIGURE 9 WaterShield in Untiled Areas 1 Layer Horizontal

Fastener and Adhesive Method to timber frame
10-15mm
300mm max
Butt joints
200mm min
from
openings
Float butt joints

between framing
for Level 4 and
Level 5 nishes
10-15mm
Fixing
Sheet Layout
Perimeter

Horizontal
Perimeter fasteners 10-15mm from
sheet edges.
Field
centres and 200mm min from fasteners
and plasterboard edges. Temporary
holding blocks or fastener on every
second stud.
Butt Joints
200mm min
Temporary
holding block
300mm
max
300mm max
Openings
300mm max
10-15mm
Internal and
External
Corners
Openings
Float butt joints between studs and backblocking for Level 4 and Level 5 Finishes.
Butt joints permitted on a stud for Level 3
Finishes. Stagger butt joints by 600mm
sides of the wall.
Sealant
Use wet area sealant on all gaps and

around perimeter to maintain acoustic
Plasterboard
Width (mm)
900
1200
1350

F A A A F
F A A A A F
F A A A A A F
F = Fastener (Screw or Nail)

A = Adhesive
171
3.1.4 Wet Areas
200mm max
150mm max
stagger fasteners

backed by a stud or back-blocked.
Butt Joints
Butt joints
200mm
min from
openings
NON-FIRE RATED
SHOWER WALL BASE IN WET AREAS ELEVATION
Tile adhesive (compatible with

waterproof membrane and
ceramic tiles)
Knauf
plasterboard
WaterShield
Knauf
plasterboard
Waterproof membrane 1800mm

high above nished oor level
WaterShield

Additional nogging to
support shower base
3.1.4 Wet Areas
Fix 50mm from

sheet bottom.
Do not x
through track.
Tile adhesive (compatible

with waterproof membrane
and ceramic tiles)
support shower base
Flexible wet
area sealant
Flexible wet
area sealant
Mortar bed
Bond breaker tape

Timber ooring
Mortar bed
5 - 10mm
Sealant required
to maintain acoustic integrity
5 - 10mm
Optional ashing angle

continued through shower area
FIGURE 10 Wall Base in Shower Area

Internal insitu shower tray Class 2 membrane
Optional ashing angle continued

through shower area
WaterShield

and ceramic tiles)
Knauf
plasterboard

WaterShield
Waterproof membrane
1800mm high above
nished oor level
Furring channel
Fix wall lining above

external tray
Fix 50mm from
sheet bottom.
Do not x
through track.
Steel angle for

wall support
support shower base
Flexible wet
area sealant
Flexible wet
area sealant
50mm max
Fibre cement
underlay

Internal insitu shower tray Class 2 membrane

and ceramic tiles)
Masonry wall
Bond breaker tape
Mortar bed
Mortar bed
5 - 10mm
clearance to
plasterboard
5 - 10mm
Bond breaker tape
Sealant required
External shower tray (installed

before wall lining) to 150mm
above shower oor substrate or
25mm min above maximum
retained water level
Concrete or compressed
bre cement oor

on Masonry Wall
Internal insitu shower tray Elevation
172

External shower tray Elevation
NON-FIRE RATED
SHOWER WALL BASE AND INTERNAL CORNER IN WET AREAS

and ceramic tiles)
WaterShield
Waterproof membrane when

required
6mm gap and exible
wet area sealant

and ceramic tiles)
Waterproof membrane when

required
6mm gap and exible
wet area sealant
Optional vertical
reinforcing angle in
shower area
3.1.4 Wet Areas
WaterShield
Optional vertical reinforcing

corner angle in shower area
FIGURE 15 Corner Detail in Wet Area

Plan view
FIGURE 14 Corner Detail in Wet Area

Plan view
Knauf
plasterboard
WaterShield
Installation of timber blocking or a vertical

reinforcing corner angle (minimum 35 x 35
x 0.7mm) is to reduce corner movement which may
cause waterproof membrane failure.

with waterproof membran
and ceramic tiles)
Waterproof membrane
1800mm high above
nished oor level
support wall lining
Fixing to nogging
permitted
Flexible wet
area sealant
Timber ooring
Mortar bed
5 - 10mm
Fibre cement
underlay

Preformed external shower tray Elevation
173
NON-FIRE RATED
WALL BASE FOR BATH RECESS IN WET AREAS ELEVATION

and ceramic tiles)
WaterShield
Waterproof membrane
when required
Knauf
plasterboard
Flexible wet
area sealant
3.1.4 Wet Areas
Fix 50mm from

sheet bottom.
Do not x
through track.
Notch stud 20mm max and

insert top hat
Stiffening support
for stud
Mortar bed
5 - 10mm
Sealant required
to maintain acoustic
integrity
bre cement oor
FIGURE 16 Wall Detail for Bath Recess
WaterShield
Knauf
plasterboard

and ceramic tiles)

and ceramic tiles)
Waterproof membrane
when required
Flexible wet area sealant

Backing angle for membrane
Flexible wet
area sealant
WaterShield
Notch stud (max 25mm

for bath installation)
Waterproof
membrane
Bond breaker tape
Nogging to
support bath
Mortar bed
Mortar bed
Timber ooring
5 - 10mm
Fibre cement
underlay
174
Fibre cement
underlay
Timber ooring
NON-FIRE RATED
WALL BASE IN WET AREAS ELEVATION
Knauf
plasterboard
Knauf
plasterboard
WaterShield
WaterShield
Tile adhesive and ceramic

tiles to 100mm high min

Fix 50mm from

sheet bottom.
Do not x
through track.
Flexible wet
area sealant
Flexible wet
area sealant
Bond breaker tape in

waterproof membrane to
25mm above nished
oor level
Mortar bed
5 - 10mm
5 - 10mm
Metal angle ashing with
horizontal leg 50mm min
and 25mm above nished
oor level
bre cement oor
Sealant required
integrity
bre cement oor
FIGURE 19 Wall Base in Wet Areas

(Outside Shower)
With ashing angle
Knauf
plasterboard
Sealant required
integrity
3.1.4 Wet Areas
Fix 50mm from

sheet bottom.
Do not x
through track.

(Outside Shower)
With waterproof membrane as ashing
Knauf
plasterboard
WaterShield
WaterShield


Flexible wet
area sealant
Flexible wet
area sealant
Timber ooring
Mortar bed
5 - 10mm
Flashing angle with horizontal
leg 50mm min and 25mm
above nished oor level

(Outside Shower)
With ashing angle
Bond breaker tape in

waterproof membrane
Timber ooring
5 - 10mm
Mortat bed
Fibre cement
underlay

(Outside Shower)
With (Class 2) waterproof membrane as ashing
175
FIRE RATED

with waterproof membraneand ceramic tiles)
FireShield
Waterproof membrane
1800mm high above
nished oor level
3.1.4 Wet Areas
MultiShield
Additional nogging
to support shower
base
Fix 50mm from

sheet bottom.
Do not x
through track.
Use a re rated BindEx

sealant to maintain re

and ceramic tiles)
FireShield
Waterproof membrane
1800mm high above
nished oor level
MultiShield
Additional nogging
to support shower
base
Fix 50mm from

sheet bottom.
Do not x
through track.

Flexible wet
area sealant
Flexible wet
area sealant
Mortar bed
Mortar bed
5 - 10mm
5 - 10mm
Bond breaker tape
Bond breaker tape



Internal insitu shower tray Single layer
FireShield
WaterShield
Fix 50mm from

sheet bottom.
Do not x
through track.

Internal insitu shower tray Multiple layer

and ceramic tiles)

support shower base
Fixing to nogging
permitted
WaterShield
FireShield
5 - 10mm
bre cement oor
Fix 50mm from

sheet bottom.
Do not x
through track.
Frame for bath

MultiShield
Mortar bed
Mortar bed
5 - 10mm

Preformed external shower tray Single layer
176
Waterproof membrane
150mm high
Flexible wet
area sealant
Flexible wet
area sealant
MultiShield

and ceramic tiles)
bre cement oor

FIRE RATED

with waterproof membraneand ceramic tiles)
MultiShield

support shower base
Flexible wet
area sealant
Timber ooring
3.1.4 Wet Areas

Fibre cement
underlay
Mortar bed
5 - 10mm
Bond breaker tape
Optional ashing angle continued

through shower area

Internal insitu shower tray Single layer

and ceramic tiles)
WaterShield

MultiShield

and ceramic tiles)
WaterShield
MultiShield
support shower base
Fixing to nogging
permitted
Flexible wet
area sealant
Frame for bath

MultiShield
Flexible wet
area sealant
Timber ooring
Waterproof membrane
150mm high
Mortar bed
5 - 10mm
Timber ooring
Mortar bed
5 - 10mm

Preformed external shower tray

FIGURE 29 Wall Base for Bath Recess
177

PLUMBING PENETRATIONS PLAN VIEW
Tiles and tile
adhesive
10mm max
WaterShield
Waterproof sealant
Timber or steel batten
3.1.4 Wet Areas
FIGURE 30 Plumbing Penetrations
To prevent condensation forming,

insulation in the wall cavity should
not come in contact with plumbing pipes.
Shower Outlet
Washer
Tap Flange
Waterproof sealant
FIGURE 31 Alternating Plumbing Penetrations

Proprietry tap ange and shower outlet washer
MultiShield
10mm max
Isolate copper and brass tting

from steel framing.
50mm min
Waterproof sealant
FireShield
FireShield bafe 300mm above and below

plumbing penetration. Same thickness and
number of layers of FireShield as outer layers

Fire rated single layer systems
MultiShield
10mm max
50mm min
Waterproof sealant
FireShield
FireShield bafe 300mm above and below

plumbing penetration. Same thickness and
number of layers of FireShield as outer layers

Fire rated multiple layer systems
178
3.2.1
External Steel Walls
SYSTEMS
180
Non-Fire Rated System

Fire Rated Systems
Brick Veneer Systems
180
181
188
INSTALLATION
189
Framing
Plasterboard Layout
Plasterboard Fixing
Exterior Cladding
189
189
190
191
192
CONSTRUCTION
DETAILS
194
INTRODUCTION
External steel framed
plasterboard walls protect
the inside from weather,
noise and, when applicable,
re. They must also comply
with local energy efciency
provisions.
Fire rated systems in this section are
This section contains systems,
designed to satisfy BCA re rating
installation instructions and
requirements for walls built close to
construction details for re rated
a property boundary. These walls
and non-re rated external steel
are often required to be re rated
framed walls.
from the outside only.

MultiShield forms part of the outer
wall and is covered by a moisture
barrier and external cladding which
provide the weather protection.
179
NON-FIRE RATED
KSW73
EXTERNAL WALL CLADDING: 1 layer of minimum 6mm bre cement

MOISTURE BARRIER:
Breathable wall wrap
FRAME:
Minimum 70mm steel studs at maximum 600mm centres
WALL INSULATION:
As specied in table below
INTERNAL WALL LINING:
1 layer of 10mm MastaShield
Stud Size
(mm)
FRL
//
Width
(mm)
Stud Depth
70
87mm
approximate
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
R1.5
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
41 (32)
40 (31)
Acoustic Report
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KSW274
EXTERNAL WALL CLADDING:
MOISTURE BARRIER:
FRAME:
WALL INSULATION:
1 layer of minimum 6mm bre cement

2 layers of 10mm SoundShield
Stud Size
(mm)
FRL
//
Width
(mm)
Stud Depth
70
180
97mm
approximate
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
R1.5
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
48 (37)
47 (37)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
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FIRE RATED
EXTERNAL WALL CLADDING: Any cladding

EXTERNAL CLADDING FRAME: Timber or steel battens
MOISTURE BARRIER:
EXTERNAL WALL LINING:
1 layer of 13mm MultiShield
FRAME:
WALL INSULATION:
[Use approved re rated penetration details in the non-re rated internal lining to maintain FRL]
FRL
30/30/30
rated from the
outside only
Stud Size
(mm)
Width
(mm)
Stud Depth
Fire Report
FAR 3371
70
94mm
+ external cladding
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
R1.5
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
43 (32)
41 (31)
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KSW473
FRL
60/60/60
rated from the
outside only
Stud Size
(mm)
Width
(mm)
Stud Depth
Fire Report
FAR 3371
70
97mm
+ external cladding
SYSTEMS: Fire Rated

MOISTURE BARRIER:
FRAME:
WALL INSULATION:
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
R1.5
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
44 (33)
42 (32)
Acoustic Report
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KSW471
MOISTURE BARRIER:
2 layers of 13mm MultiShield
FRAME:
WALL INSULATION:
FRL
90/90/90
rated from the
outside only
Fire Report
FAR 3371
Stud Size
(mm)
Width
(mm)
Stud Depth
70
107mm
+ external cladding
KSW470
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
R1.5
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
48 (36)
47 (35)
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SYSTEMS: Fire Rated
KSW472
MOISTURE BARRIER:
FRAME:
WALL INSULATION:
FRL
120/120/120
rated from the
outside only
Stud Size
(mm)
Width
(mm)
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
Stud Depth
Fire Report
FAR 3371
70
120mm
+ external cladding
R1.5
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
51 (39)
50 (38)
Acoustic Report
Marshall Day
KSW491
EXTERNAL CLADDING FRAME:
MOISTURE BARRIER:
FRAME:
WALL INSULATION:
FRL
30/30/30
Any cladding
Timber or steel battens
Optional
Optional
Stud Size
(mm)
Width
(mm)
rated from the

outside only
Stud Depth
Fire Report
FAR 2827
70
96mm
+ external cladding
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
34 (30)
34 (30)
34 (30)
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KSW494
MOISTURE BARRIER:
FRAME:
WALL INSULATION:
FRL
60/60/60
Any cladding
Optional
Optional
Stud Size
(mm)
rated from the

outside only
Stud Depth
Fire Report
FAR 2827
70
182
Width
(mm)
102mm
+ external cladding
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
35 (31)
35 (31)
35 (31)
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KSW492
FRL
90/90/90
Any cladding
Optional
Optional
Stud Size
(mm)
Width
(mm)
rated from the

outside only
Stud Depth
Fire Report
FAR 2827
70
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
110mm
+ external cladding
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
37 (34)
37 (34)
37 (34)
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KSW495
FRL
120/120/120
Any cladding
Optional
Optional
Stud Size
(mm)
Width
(mm)
rated from the

outside only
Stud Depth
Fire Report
FAR 2827
70
SYSTEMS: Fire Rated

MOISTURE BARRIER:
FRAME:
WALL INSULATION:
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
119mm
+ external cladding
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
38 (35)
38 (35)
38 (35)
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3094-33
KSW476
MOISTURE BARRIER:
FRAME:
WALL INSULATION:
FRL
60/60/60
rated from
both sides
Fire Report
FAR 3371
Any cladding
1 layer of 16mm FireShield or 16mm MultiShield
Stud Size
(mm)
Width
(mm)
Stud Depth
70
104mm
+ external cladding
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
R1.5
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
47 (37)
46 (36)

MOISTURE BARRIER:
FRAME:
WALL INSULATION:
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KSW477
SYSTEMS: Fire Rated

MOISTURE BARRIER:
FRAME:
WALL INSULATION:
FRL
90/90/90
rated from the outside
Any cladding
Stud Size
(mm)
Width
(mm)
R1.5
EarthWool
Stud Depth
60/60/60
rated from the inside
70
Fire Report
FAR 3371
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
113mm
+ external cladding
51 (41)
R1.5
Polyester
50 (40)
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KSW478
MOISTURE BARRIER:
FRAME:
WALL INSULATION:
FRL
90/90/90
rated from
both sides
Any cladding
2 layers of 13mm FireShield or 13mm MultiShield
Stud Size
(mm)
Width
(mm)
Stud Depth
Fire Report
FAR 3371
70
123mm
+ external cladding
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
R1.5
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
55 (47)
54 (46)
Acoustic Report
Marshall Day
KSW479
MOISTURE BARRIER:
FRAME:
WALL INSULATION:
FRL
120/120/120
rated from
both sides
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FAR 3371
184
Any cladding
Stud Size
(mm)
Width
(mm)
Stud Depth
70
135mm
+ external cladding
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
R1.5
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
56 (50)
55 (49)
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EXTERNAL WALL CLADDING: 1 layer of 7.5mm bre cement monolithic texture base sheet
MOISTURE BARRIER:
FRAME:
WALL INSULATION:
FRL
30/30/30
rated from the
outside only
Stud Size
(mm)
Width
(mm)
Stud Depth
Fire Report
FAR 3371
70
102mm
approximate
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
R1.5
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
48 (36)
46 (35)
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KSW483
FRL
60/60/60
Stud Size
(mm)
Width
(mm)
rated from the

outside only
Stud Depth
Fire Report
FAR 3371
70
105mm
approximate
SYSTEMS: Fire Rated
MOISTURE BARRIER:
FRAME:
WALL INSULATION:
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
R1.5
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
48 (38)
48 (37)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-24
KSW481
MOISTURE BARRIER:
FRAME:
WALL INSULATION:
FRL
90/90/90
rated from the
outside only
Fire Report
FAR 3371
Stud Size
(mm)
Width
(mm)
Stud Depth
70
115mm
approximate
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
R1.5
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
51 (39)
50 (38)
KSW480
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SYSTEMS: Fire Rated
KSW484
MOISTURE BARRIER:
FRAME:
WALL INSULATION:
FRL
90/90/90
rated from the
outside only
Stud Size
(mm)
Width
(mm)
Stud Depth
Fire Report
FAR 3371
70
121mm
approximate
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
R1.5
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
52 (40)
51 (39)
Acoustic Report
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KSW482
MOISTURE BARRIER:
FRAME:
WALL INSULATION:
FRL
120/120/120
Stud Size
(mm)
Width
(mm)
rated from the

outside only
Stud Depth
Fire Report
FAR 3371
70
128mm
approximate
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
R1.5
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
54 (42)
52 (40)
Acoustic Report
Marshall Day
KSW486
MOISTURE BARRIER:
FRAME:
WALL INSULATION:
FRL
60/60/60
rated from
both sides
Fire Report
FAR 3371
186
Stud Size
(mm)
Width
(mm)
Stud Depth
70
111mm
approximate
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
R1.5
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
51 (41)
49 (40)
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KSW487
FRL
90/90/90
1 layer of 7.5mm bre cement monolithic texture base sheet

Stud Size
(mm)
Width
(mm)
Stud Depth
60/60/60
Fire Report FAR 3371
70
121mm
approximate
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
R1.5
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
54 (45)
53 (44)
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KSW488
FRL
90/90/90

Stud Size
(mm)
Width
(mm)
rated from
both sides
Stud Depth
Fire Report
FAR 3371
70
131mm
approximate
SYSTEMS: Fire Rated

MOISTURE BARRIER:
FRAME:
WALL INSULATION:
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
R1.5
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
58 (51)
57 (49)
Acoustic Report
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KSW489
MOISTURE BARRIER:
FRAME:
WALL INSULATION:
FRL
120/120/120
rated from
both sides
Fire Report
FAR 3371

Stud Size
(mm)
Width
(mm)
Stud Depth
70
143mm
approximate
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
R1.5
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
59 (52)
58 (51)

MOISTURE BARRIER:
FRAME:
WALL INSULATION:
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BRICK VENEER
KSW70
Minimum 90mm masonry with FRL 60/60/60
(Minimum laid weight 130 kg/m)
FRAME:
with a minimum 20mm air gap
WALL INSULATION:
EXTERNAL MASONRY:
FRL
60/60/60
Stud Size
(mm)
Width
(mm)
Stud Depth
rated from the

outside only
Fire Report
FAR 3586
70
190 mm
approximate
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
R1.5
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
54 (46)
53 (46)
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KSW373
SYSTEMS: Brick Veneer
EXTERNAL MASONRY:

FRAME:
WALL INSULATION:
1 layer of 16mm FireShield
FRL
60/60/60
Stud Size
(mm)
Width
(mm)
rated from
both sides
Stud Depth
Fire Report
FAR 3586
70
196 mm
approximate
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
R1.5
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
54 (49)
54 (49)
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KSW371
EXTERNAL MASONRY:

FRAME:
WALL INSULATION:
2 layers of 13mm FireShield
[13mm FireShield can be substituted with 13mm MultiShield or 13mm ImpactShield
or 13mm QuadShield]
FRL
90/90/90
rated from
both sides
Fire Report
FAR 3586
188
Stud Size
(mm)
Width
(mm)
Stud Depth
70
206 mm
approximate
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
R1.5
EarthWool
R1.5
Polyester
54 (51)
54 (51)
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Jointing of the MultiShield is not required due to the overlying breathable

wall wrap and cladding.

Use approved re rated penetration details for systems that use the internal
non-re rated plasterboard wall lining to maintain the FRL.
widths required]
Protect plasterboard from water pooling at ground level.

is not permitted.

to re rated systems [Refer to Section 2.3
Fire Resistance].
FRAMING
Non-Fire
Rated
Fire
Rated
Framing members must be spaced at 600mm maximum centres.
Face studs in the same direction if possible, to allow easier fastening

of plasterboard. However, installation of some services may require
the studs to be positioned in opposite directions.

of services. Copper Chromium Arsenate
(CCA) treated timber must not be used.
189
INSTALLATION: General Requirements and Framing

Fire
Rated
Non-Fire
Rated
PLASTERBOARD LAYOUT
Non-Fire
Rated
Fire
Rated
Alternate from one side of the wall to the other when xing the
plasterboard sheets.
Vertical joints must be 200mm minimum from the edge of any opening such
as windows and doorways to minimise cracking at the joints.
Stagger butt joints by 600mm minimum on adjoining sheets, between layers

and on opposite sides of the wall.
Horizontal Layout

INSTALLATION: Plasterboard Layouts
Vertical Layout

sides of the wall.
Install plasterboard sheets horizontally

when practical to minimise stud twisting and
reduce the effect of glancing light.
190
PLASTERBOARD FIXING
Non-Fire
Rated
Fire
Rated
Drive screws to just below the sheet surface, taking care not to break
the paper linerboard.
Screw Only Method

Use the Screw Only Method in tiled or re rated areas. Stud adhesive
is not permitted.
The Screw and Adhesive Method is

MastaGrip will:
Reduce the number of screw heads that may
1st Layer
2nd Layer
3rd Layer
10mm
25mm 6g S screw
40mm 6g S screw*
13mm
25mm 6g S screw
40mm 6g S screw*
60mm 6g S screw*
16mm
30mm 6g S screw
45mm 6g S screw*
65mm 6g S screw*
191
EXTERIOR CLADDING
Non-Fire
Rated
Fix cladding or cladding battens to the steel frame through the MultiShield.
Extend the external re rated wall up to the non-combustible roof covering

or non-combustible eaves lining. [Refer to Construction Details]
Exterior cladding and moisture barrier must

provide protection from the weather.

INSTALLATION: Exterior Cladding
Fire
Rated
Use construction techniques that direct

condensation and rain away from
plasterboard.
When using external cladding other than
7.5mm bre cement texture base sheet,
Knauf recommends systems that include
a drained cavity between the external
cladding and the MultiShield.
Battens between external cladding and
external plasterboard may be used without
degrading the re and acoustic performance.

Screw Only Method
Fixing
Sheet Layout
Perimeter
Screw Only Method
Field
50mm
300mm max
Butt joints
200mm min
from
openings
Stagger
recessed
edges by
300mm
min on
opposite
sides of
the wall
200mm max
stagger screws
200mm max
Openings
200mm max

192

adjoining sheets and on opposite sides of the
wall. 1st layer butt joints must be backed by
a nogging.

Internal and
External Corners
Openings
Fire Sealant
Jointing Face
Layer
50mm

and bottom tracks.
Butt Joints
200m
m max
Vertical
Jointing of the face layer is not required

if a moisture barrier is used over the
plasterboard.
1st layer
300mm max
stagger screws
2nd layer
300mm
Stagger recessed
edges by 300mm
min between layers
Butt joints
200mm min
from
openings
Sheet Layout
1st layer: Vertical

2nd layer: Vertical
Perimeter

Field

Recessed Edges 1st layer: Fix at 300mm max centres and stagger
screws. Stagger recessed edges by 300mm min
on opposite sides of the wall. Recessed edges
must be backed by a stud. 2nd layer:
Fix at 200mm max centres and stagger screws.
1st layer
openings
300mm
max
1st layer
400mm max
Butt Joints
1st layer
300mm max
2nd layer
200mm max
stagger screws
2nd layer
200mm max
Screw Only Method
2nd layer
200mm max
2nd layer
openings
200mm max

Internal and
50mm

Screw Only Method
Openings

Fire Sealant
Use re sealant on all gaps and around perimeter

to maintain re and acoustic integrity.
Jointing Face
Layer
Jointing of the face layer is not required if a

moisture barrier is used over the plasterboard.
Fixing
Sheet Layout
Perimeter
Screw Only Method
Field

or alternatively, laminate to 2nd layer
at 400x400mm max centres.
50mm
3rd layer
laminate at
400mm max
3rd layer
laminate at
400mm max
200mm min
300mm max
stagger screws
2nd layer
200mm max
stagger screws
1st layer
400mm max
1st layer
400mm max

at 200mm max
stagger screws
2nd layer
300mm max
1st layer
openings
300mm
max
2nd layer
openings
200mm
max


backed by a stud. 3rd layer: Fix at 400mm
Butt Joints

a nogging. 2nd and 3rd layers: Fix at
Alternatively, laminate to previous layer
Internal and
External
Corners
Openings

Fire Sealant

Jointing Face
Layer
Jointing of the face layer is not required

if a moisture barrier is used over the
plasterboard.
50mm
3rd layer
openings
400mm
max
3rd layer
400mm
Stagger recessed
edges by 300mm
min between layers
1st layer: Fix at 200mm max centres and stagger

adjoining sheets, between layers and on opposite
sides of the wall. 1st layer butt joint must be
backed by a nogging. 2nd layer: Fix at 200mm
max centres and stagger screws. Alternatively,

193
50mm
Fixing

Screw Only Method
FIRE RATED
EXTERNAL WALL HEAD AND BASE ELEVATION
Web cleat
FireShield
Stud frame designed to

withstand wind loads.
Refer to manufacturer
20mm
clearance to
CH-stud and
FireShield
External cladding
Fix 50mm from

sheet top. Do not
x through track
20mm
clearance to top
of ShaftLiner
and pack with
29mm IBS rod
External cladding
Web cleat
Breathable
wall wrap
CH-stud frame
designed to
withstand wind
loads. Refer to
Rondo
MultiShield
Breathable
wall wrap
ShaftLiner
FireShield
FIGURE 4 Fire Rated External Wall
Fix 50mm from

sheet top. Do not
x through track
20mm
clearance to
stud and
MultiShield
Stud frame
designed to
withstand wind
loads. Refer to
manufacturer
Push studs down

completely into
bottom track
FireShield
Fix 50mm from sheet

bottom. Do not x
through track
194

Shaft Wall System
External cladding
Breathable
wall wrap
CH-stud frame
designed to
withstand wind
loads. Refer to
manufacturer
Push CH-studs
down completely
into J-track
MultiShield
External cladding
Breathable
wall wrap
ShaftLiner
FireShield
Fix 50mm from sheet

bottom. Do not x
through J-track

Shaft Wall System
FIRE RATED
EXTERNAL SPANDREL WALLS ELEVATION
External cladding
Stud frame
designed to
withstand wind
loads. Refer to
manufacturer
Breathable
wall wrap
MultiShield
FireShield
Window head
Metal window jamb may be
required to be back-lled with
suitable re resisting material as
specied by manufacturer
Fire rated or
non-re rated
window
FIGURE 8 Fire Rated Spandrel Wall

Example only
Fire rated or
non-re rated
window
Non-re rated
window
Window sill
Stud frame
designed to
withstand wind
loads. Refer to
manufacturer
FireShield
Push studs down

completely into
bottom track
Corrosion resistant
ashing
External cladding
Breathable
wall wrap
MultiShield
Fix 50mm from

sheet bottom. Do
not x through track

Example only
Corrosion
resistant
ashing
Stud frame
designed to
withstand wind
loads. Refer to
manufacturer
FireShield
External
cladding
Breathable
wall wrap
Push studs down

completely into
bottom track
MultiShield
Fix 50mm from

sheet bottom. Do
not x through track

Example only
195
FIRE RATED
EXTERNAL WALLS JUNCTION TO COLUMN AND CONTROL JOINTS PLAN VIEW
External cladding
Cladding battens
Breathable
wall wrap
MultiShield
600mm max
5-10mm clearance to
FireShield. Fire sealant
required to maintain re and
acoustic integrity
Use masonry xings at

500mm max centres
vertically and 100mm
max from ends
FireShield or
non-re rated
plasterboard
FIGURE 11 Fire Rated External Wall to Concrete Column
Corrosion resistant
ashing Fix to one
side only (orange)
Cladding batten
Breathable
wall wrap
15mm
Bond breaker tape (green)

External cladding
Corrosion resistant
ashing Fix to one
side only (orange)
Cladding batten

over control joint
Optional control
joint bead
22mm backing rod
FireShield

FIGURE 12 Fire Rated External Wall Control Joint
196
Bond breaker tape (green)

External cladding
ShaftLiner
MultiShield
FireShield or
non-re rated
plasterboard
Breathable
wall wrap
15mm
over control joint
22mm backing rod
Fire sealant depth same as the


Shaft Wall System
3.2.2
External Timber Walls
SYSTEMS
198

Fire Rated Systems
Brick Veneer Systems
198
199
206
INSTALLATION
208
Framing
Plasterboard Layout
Plasterboard Fixing
Exterior Cladding
208
208
209
210
211
CONSTRUCTION
DETAILS
213
INTRODUCTION
External timber framed
plasterboard walls protect
the inside from weather,
noise and, when applicable,
re. They must also comply
with local energy efciency
provisions.
Fire rated systems in this section are
This section contains systems,
designed to satisfy BCA re rating
requirements for walls built close to a
construction details for re rated
property boundary. These walls are
and non-re rated external timber
usually required to be re rated from
framed walls.
the outside only.

MultiShield forms part of the outer
wall and are covered by a moisture
barrier and external cladding which
provide the weather protection.
197
NON-FIRE RATED
KTW73
EXTERNAL WALL CLADDING: 1 layer of minimum 6mm bre cement
MOISTURE BARRIER:
FRAME:
Minimum 70mm timber studs at maximum 600mm centres
WALL INSULATION:
Stud Size
(mm)
Width
(mm)
FRL
Stud Depth
//
70
87mm
approximate
107mm
approximate
90
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
R1.5 EarthWool
R2.0 EarthWool
R1.5 Polyester
39 (30)
39 (30)
40 (31)
40 (31)
40 (31)
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KTW274
MOISTURE BARRIER:
FRAME:
WALL INSULATION:
1 layer of minimum 6mm bre cement

Stud Size
(mm)
FRL
Stud Depth
//
70
90
198
Width
(mm)
97mm
approximate
117mm
approximate
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
R1.5 EarthWool
R2.0 EarthWool
R1.5 Polyester
44 (35)
44 (35)
44 (37)
45 (38)
44 (37)
Acoustic Report
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3094-43
FIRE RATED

MOISTURE BARRIER:
FRAME:
WALL INSULATION:
FRL
30/30/30
Stud Size
(mm)
Width
(mm)
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
Stud Depth
rated from
the outside only
70
Fire Report
FAR 3371
90
R1.5 EarthWool
R2.0 EarthWool
R1.5 Polyester
94mm
+ external cladding
39 (31)
39 (31)
114mm
+ external cladding
39 (32)
40 (32)
39 (31)
Acoustic Report
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KTW473
FRL
60/60/60
rated from
the outside only
Fire Report
FAR 3371
Stud Size
(mm)
Width
(mm)
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
Stud Depth
70
90
SYSTEMS: Fire Rated

MOISTURE BARRIER:
FRAME:
WALL INSULATION:
97mm
+ external cladding
117mm
+ external cladding
R1.5 EarthWool
R2.0 EarthWool
R1.5 Polyester
39 (31)
39 (37)
39 (32)
40 (33)
39 (32)
Acoustic Report
Marshall Day
KTW471
MOISTURE BARRIER:
FRAME:
WALL INSULATION:
FRL
90/90/90
rated from
the outside only
Fire Report
FAR 3371
Stud Size
(mm)
Width
(mm)
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
Stud Depth
R1.5 EarthWool
R2.0 EarthWool
R1.5 Polyester
70
107mm
+ external cladding
44 (36)
44 (36)
90
127mm +
external cladding
45 (37)
45 (38)
45 (37)
KTW470
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SYSTEMS: Fire Rated
KTW472
MOISTURE BARRIER:
FRAME:
WALL INSULATION:
FRL
120/120/120
Stud Size
(mm)
Width
(mm)
Stud Depth
rated from
the outside only
70
Fire Report
FAR 3371
90
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
R1.5 EarthWool
R2.0 EarthWool
R1.5 Polyester
120mm
+ external cladding
47 (38)
47 (38)
140mm
+ external cladding
48 (40)
48 (41)
48 (40)
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KTW491
MOISTURE BARRIER:
FRAME:
WALL INSULATION:
FRL
30/30/30
Any cladding
Optional
Optional
Stud Size
(mm)
Width
(mm)
Stud Depth
rated from
the outside only
70
Fire Report
FAR 3348
90
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
R1.5 EarthWool
R1.5 Polyester
97mm
+ external cladding
34 (31)
34 (31)
34 (31)
117mm
+ external cladding
34 (31)
34 (31)
34 (31)
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3094-45
KTW494
MOISTURE BARRIER:
FRAME:
WALL INSULATION:
FRL
60/60/60
Stud Size
(mm)
Width
(mm)
Stud Depth
rated from
the outside only
70
Fire Report
FAR 3348
90
200
Any cladding
Optional
Optional
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
R1.5 EarthWool
R1.5 Polyester
103mm
+ external cladding
35 (32)
35 (32)
35 (32)
123mm
+ external cladding
35 (32)
35 (32)
35 (32)
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3094-45

MOISTURE BARRIER:
FRAME:
WALL INSULATION:
FRL
90/90/90
Any cladding
Optional
Optional
Stud Size
(mm)
Width
(mm)
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
Stud Depth
rated from
the outside only
70
Fire Report
FAR 3348
90
No Insulation
R1.5 EarthWool
R1.5 Polyester
110mm
+ external cladding
37 (35)
37 (35)
37 (35)
130mm
+ external cladding
37 (35)
37 (35)
37 (35)
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3094-45
KTW495
FRL
120/120/120
Stud Size
(mm)
Width
(mm)
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
Stud Depth
rated from
the outside only
70
Fire Report
FAR 3348
90
SYSTEMS: Fire Rated

MOISTURE BARRIER:
FRAME:
Optional
WALL INSULATION:
Optional
No Insulation
R1.5 EarthWool
R1.5 Polyester
119mm
+ external cladding
38 (36)
38 (36)
38 (36)
139mm
+ external cladding
38 (36)
38 (36)
38 (36)
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3094-45
KTW476
MOISTURE BARRIER:
FRAME:
WALL INSULATION:
FRL
60/60/60
Any cladding
Stud Size
(mm)
Width
(mm)
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
Stud Depth
rated from
both sides
70
Fire Report
FAR 3371
90
R1.5 EarthWool
R2.0 EarthWool
R1.5 Polyester
103mm
+ external cladding
41 (33)
41 (33)
123mm
+ external cladding
42 (34)
42 (36)
42 (34)
KTW492
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201
SYSTEMS: Fire Rated
KTW477
MOISTURE BARRIER:
FRAME:
WALL INSULATION:
FRL
90/90/90
60/60/60
Fire Report
FAR 3371
Any cladding
Stud Size
(mm)
Width
(mm)
Stud Depth
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
R1.5 EarthWool
R2.0 EarthWool
R1.5 Polyester
70
113mm
+ external cladding
44 (37)
44 (37)
90
133mm
+ external cladding
44 (38)
45 (39)
44 (38)
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3094-45
KTW478
MOISTURE BARRIER:
FRAME:
WALL INSULATION:
FRL
90/90/90
Any cladding
2 layers of 13mm FireShield or 13m MultiShield
Stud Size
(mm)
Width
(mm)
Stud Depth
rated from
both sides
70
Fire Report
FAR 3371
90
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
R1.5 EarthWool
R2.0 EarthWool
R1.5 Polyester
123mm
+ external cladding
47 (41)
47 (41)
143mm
+ external cladding
47 (42)
48 (43)
47 (42)
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3094-45
KTW479
MOISTURE BARRIER:
FRAME:
WALL INSULATION:
FRL
120/120/120
202
Any cladding
Stud Size
(mm)
Width
(mm)
Stud Depth
rated from
both sides
70
Fire Report
FAR 3371
90
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
R1.5 EarthWool
R2.0 EarthWool
R1.5 Polyester
135mm
+ external cladding
47 (42)
47 (42)
155mm
+ external cladding
47 (43)
48 (44)
47 (43)
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Day Design
3094-45
MOISTURE BARRIER:
FRAME:
WALL INSULATION:
FRL
30/30/30
Stud Size
(mm)
Width
(mm)
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
Stud Depth
rated from
the outside only
70
Fire Report
FAR 3371
90
102mm
approximate
122mm
approximate
R1.5 EarthWool
R2.0 EarthWool
R1.5 Polyester
45 (35)
44 (35)
45 (37)
45 (38)
45 (37)
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KTW483
FRL
60/60/60
Stud Size
(mm)
Width
(mm)
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
Stud Depth
rated from
the outside only
70
Fire Report
FAR 3371
90
SYSTEMS: Fire Rated
MOISTURE BARRIER:
FRAME:
WALL INSULATION:
105mm
approximate
125mm
approximate
R1.5 EarthWool
R2.0 EarthWool
R1.5 Polyester
47 (38)
46 (38)
47 (39)
47 (39)
47 (39)
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Day Design
3094-43
KTW481
MOISTURE BARRIER:
Breathable foil
FRAME:
WALL INSULATION:
FRL
90/90/90
Stud Size
(mm)
Width
(mm)
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
Stud Depth
rated from
the outside only
70
Fire Report
FAR 3371
90
115mm
approximate
135mm
approximate
KTW480
R1.5 EarthWool
R2.0 EarthWool
R1.5 Polyester
47 (38)
47 (38)
48 (41)
48 (41)
48 (41)
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SYSTEMS: Fire Rated
KTW484
MOISTURE BARRIER:
Breathable foil
FRAME:
WALL INSULATION:
FRL
90/90/90
Stud Size
(mm)
Width
(mm)
Stud Depth
rated from
the outside only
70
Fire Report
FAR 3371
90
121mm
approximate
141mm
approximate
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
R1.5 EarthWool
R2.0 EarthWool
R1.5 Polyester
49 (40)
49 (40)
50 (42)
50 (42)
50 (42)
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Day Design
3094-43
KTW482
MOISTURE BARRIER:
FRAME:
As specied intable below
WALL INSULATION:
FRL
120/120/120
Stud Size
(mm)
Width
(mm)
Stud Depth
rated from
the outside only
70
Fire Report
FAR 3371
90
128mm
approximate
148mm
approximate
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
R1.5 EarthWool
R2.0 EarthWool
R1.5 Polyester
49 (41)
49 (41)
50 (44)
50 (44)
50 (44)
Acoustic Report
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KTW486
MOISTURE BARRIER:
FRAME:
WALL INSULATION:
FRL
60/60/60
204

As specied intable below
Stud Size
(mm)
Width
(mm)
Stud Depth
rated from
both sides
70
Fire Report
FAR 3371
90
111mm
approximate
131mm
approximate
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
R1.5 EarthWool
R2.0 EarthWool
R1.5 Polyester
47 (40)
47 (39)
47 (41)
47 (41)
47 (41)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-43

MOISTURE BARRIER:
FRAME:
WALL INSULATION:
FRL
90/90/90
60/60/60
Fire Report
FAR 3371

Stud Size
(mm)
Width
(mm)
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
Stud Depth
121mm
approximate
141mm
approximate
70
90
R1.5 EarthWool
R2.0 EarthWool
R1.5 Polyester
47 (42)
47 (42)
48 (43)
48 (44)
48 (43)
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KTW488
FRL
90/90/90

Stud Size
(mm)
Width
(mm)
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
Stud Depth
rated from
both sides
70
Fire Report
FAR 3371
90
SYSTEMS: Fire Rated

MOISTURE BARRIER:
FRAME:
WALL INSULATION:
131mm
approximate
151mm
approximate
R1.5 EarthWool
R2.0 EarthWool
R1.5 Polyester
48 (45)
48 (45)
49 (46)
49 (46)
49 (46)
Acoustic Report
Marshall Day
KTW489
MOISTURE BARRIER:
FRAME:
WALL INSULATION:
FRL
120/120/120

Stud Size
(mm)
Width
(mm)
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
Stud Depth
rated from
both sides
70
Fire Report
FAR 3371
90
143mm
approximate
163mm
approximate
KTW487
R1.5 EarthWool
R2.0 EarthWool
R1.5 Polyester
50 (47)
50 (47)
50 (47)
50 (47)
50 (47)
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BRICK VENEER
KTW70
EXTERNAL MASONRY:
Minimum 90mm masonry with FRL 60/60/60 (Minimum laid weight 130 kg/m)
FRAME:
Minimum 70mm timber studs at maximum 600mm centres with a minimum 20mm air gap
WALL INSULATION:
FRL
60/60/60
rated from
the outside only
Stud Size
(mm)
Width
(mm)
Stud Depth
Fire Report
FAR 3586
70
190 mm
approximate
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
R1.5 EarthWool
R1.5 Polyester
54 (46)
53 (46)
Acoustic Report
Marshall Day
KTW373
EXTERNAL MASONRY:
FRAME:
WALL INSULATION:
FRL
60/60/60
Stud Size
(mm)
Width
(mm)
Stud Depth
Fire Report
FAR 3586
70
196 mm
approximate
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
R1.5 EarthWool
R1.5 Polyester
54 (49)
54 (49)
Acoustic Report
Marshall Day
KTW371
EXTERNAL MASONRY:
FRAME:
WALL INSULATION:
FRL
90/90/90
Fire Report
FAR 3586
206
Stud Size
(mm)
Width
(mm)
Stud Depth
70
206 mm
approximate
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
R1.5 EarthWool
R1.5 Polyester
54 (51)
54 (51)
Acoustic Report
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KTW374
FRL
120/120/120
Width
(mm)
Stud Depth
70
212 mm
approximate
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
R1.5 EarthWool
R1.5 Polyester
55 (51)
55 (51)
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Fire Report
FAR 3586
Stud Size
(mm)
EXTERNAL MASONRY:
FRAME:
WALL INSULATION:
207
Non-Fire
Rated

Fire
Rated
Jointing of MultiShield is not required due to the overlying breathable wall wrap
and external cladding.

Use approved re rated penetration details for systems that use the internal
non-re rated plasterboard wall lining to maintain the FRL.
widths required]

is not permitted.

Fire Resistance]
FRAMING
Non-Fire
Rated
Fire
Rated
Framing members must be spaced at 600mm maximum centres
For load bearing walls use timber studs with minimum dimensions 70x45mm
or 90x35mm.

of services.
208
PLASTERBOARD LAYOUT
Fire
Rated
Alternate from one side of the wall to the other when xing the plasterboard sheets.
Non-Fire
Rated
Horizontal Layout



Stagger recessed edges by 300mm minimum between layers and on opposite sides
of the wall.
Vertical Layout

practical to reduce the effect of glancing light.
209
PLASTERBOARD FIXING
Non-Fire
Rated
Fire
Rated
Drive fasteners to just below the sheet surface, taking care not to break the paper
linerboard.

Apply MastaGrip Stud Adhesive after the frame is clean, dry, and free from grease,
dust and other contaminants.
Screw Only Method

Use the Fastener Only Method in tiled or re rated areas. Stud adhesive is not permitted.
The Screw and Adhesive Method is recommended

for non-re rated applications. MastaGrip will:
Reduce the number of screw heads that may show in
glancing light
Assist in compensating for frame irregularities
Plasterboard
Thickness
1st Layer
2nd Layer
3rd Layer
10mm
25mm 6g S screw
40mm 6g S screw*
13mm
25mm 6g S screw
40mm 6g S screw*
60mm 6g S screw*
16mm
30mm 6g S screw
45mm 6g S screw*
65mm 6g S screw*
FASTENER TYPE AND MINIMUM SIZE FOR THE INSTALLATION OF PLASTERBOARD TO SOFTWOOD TIMBER
Plasterboard
Thickness
1st Layer
2nd Layer
3rd Layer
6.5mm

or 25mm x 2.8 ring shank nail or 30mm x 2.8 ring shank nail
or 25mm 6g W screw
or 30mm 6g W screw
10mm

or 30mm x 2.8 ring shank nail
or 25mm 6g W screw for
walls or 30mm 6g W screw
for ceilings

or 40mm 6g W screw*
13mm

or 30mm 6g Type W screw

or 45mm 6g W screw*

or 65mm 8g W screw*
16mm
50mm x 2.8 galvanised nail or 65mm x 3.15 galvanised nail

45mm 6g W screw
or 50mm 6g W screw*

or 65mm 8g W screw*

210
EXTERIOR CLADDING
Non-Fire
Rated
Fire
Rated
Extend the external re rated wall up to the non-combustible roof covering or noncombustible eaves lining [Refer to Construction Details].
Exterior cladding and breathable wall wrap

must provide protection from the weather.
condensation and rain away from plasterboard.
When using external cladding other than
7.5mm bre cement texture base sheet, Knauf
recommends systems that include a drained
cavity between the external cladding and the
MultiShield.
Battens between external cladding and external
plasterboard may be used without degrading
the re and acoustic performance.

Fixing
Sheet Layout
Perimeter
Field
10-15mm
Horizontal
Recessed Edges Fix on each stud. Stagger recessed edges by
Stagger
recessed
edges by
300mm min
on opposite
sides of the
wall or
back by a
nogging
Nails at
200mm
max
Screws 200mm max

Nails 150mm max
stagger fasteners
Butt joints
200mm min
from
openings
Double Nails
at 300mm max
10-15mm
Screws at
300mm max
200mm max
200mm
max
Openings
200mm
max
300mm min on opposite sides of the wall or

back by a nogging.
Butt Joints

adjoining sheets and on opposite sides of
the wall. 1st layer butt joints must be backed
by a stud.
Internal and
External
Corners
Openings
Fire Sealant
Jointing Face
Layer
Jointing of the face layer is not required if

a breathable wall wrap is used over the
plasterboard.

10-15mm
211
Fix cladding or cladding battens to the timber frame through the MultiShield

Fixing
Sheet Layout
Perimeter
Field
10-15mm
200mm min
1st layer
Nails at
300mm
max
1st layer
Screws or
Double
Nails at
400mm max
1st layer
300mm max
1st layer
300mm max
1st layer
Openings
300mm
max
1st layer
Screws 300mm max
Nails 200mm max
stagger fasteners
2nd layer
Nails at
200mm
max
10-15mm
2nd layer
200mm max
Stagger
recessed
edges by
300mm min
between
layers
Stagger butt joints

by 600mm min
between layers
2nd layer
Screws or Double
Nails at 300mm max
2nd layer
200mm max
2nd layer
Screws 200mm max
Nails 150mm max
stagger fasteners

10-15mm
3rd layer
laminate at
400mm max
3rd layer
laminate at
400mm max
1st layer
Screws 300mm max
Nails 200mm max
stagger fasteners
2nd layer
Screws 200mm max
Nails 150mm max
stagger fasteners

at 200mm max
stagger screws
1st layer
Screws or
Double
Nails at
400mm
max
1st layer
openings
300mm
max
1st layer
300mm max
Stagger recessed
edges by 300mm
min between layers
212

on adjoining sheets, between layers and
on opposite sides of the wall. 1st layer butt
joints must be backed by a stud. 2nd layer:
Alternately, oat butt joints and laminate to
Internal and
External
Corners
Openings

Fire Sealant

Jointing Face
Layer

plasterboard.
Fixing
Sheet Layout
Perimeter
Field
Recessed
Edges
1st layer: Fix screws at 300mm max centres. Fix

nails at 200mm max centres. Stagger fasteners.
Stagger recessed edges by 300mm min between
layers and on opposite sides of the wall. Recessed
edges must be back by a stud. 2nd layer: Fix
screws at 200mm max centres. Fix nails at
150mm max centres. Stagger fasteners. Recessed
edges must be backed by a stud. 3rd layer:
Fix screws at 400mm max centres. Fix nails at
300mm max centres.Stagger fasteners.
Butt Joints
1st layer: Fix screws at 200mm max centres. Fix

nails at 150mm max centres. Stagger fasteners.
Stagger butt joints by 600mm min on adjoining
sheets, between layers and on opposite sides of
the wall. 1st layer butt joints must be backed by a
nogging. 2nd layer: Fix screws at 200mm max
centres. Fix nails at 150mm max centres. Stagger
fasteners. Alternately, laminate to 1st layer using
laminating screws at 200mm max centres and
stagger screws. 3rd layer: Laminate to 2nd layer
Internal and
External
Corners
Openings

Fire Sealant

to maintain re and acoustic integrity. [Refer to
Construction Details]
Jointing Face
Layer

plasterboard.
3rd layer
openings
400mm
max
3rd layer
400mm

max centres.
max centres.
Butt Joints
2nd layer
openings
200mm
max
2nd layer
Screws or Double
Nails at 300mm max

on opposite sides of the wall, or back by a
nogging. 2nd layer: Fix on each stud.
2nd layer
200mm max
Butt joints
200mm min
from
openings
1st and 2nd layer: Horizontal
2nd layer
Openings
200mm
max
10-15mm
10-15mm


1st layer: Fix screws or double nails at 400mm
2nd layer: Fix screws or double nails at 300mm
3rd layer: Fix screws or double nails at 400mm
Alternately, laminate to 2nd layer at 400x400mm
max centres.

FIRE RATED FROM THE OUTSIDE ONLY

EXTERNAL WALL BASE ELEVATION
Align battens/channel vertically
for cavity drainage
MultiShield
Non-re rated
plasterboard. Internal
Batten or channel lining required to maintain
FRL. Use approved re
rated penetration details
in internal lining.
Breathable
wall wrap
Skirting board
Breathable
wall wrap
Skirting board
Any external
cladding
Fix 10-15mm from

sheet bottom
Fix 10-15mm from

sheet bottom
Suitable ground
clearance
Damp proof course
7.5mm bre cement

with texture coating
Damp proof course
Suitable ground
clearance

for cavity drainage
MultiShield
Non-re rated plasterboard.

Internal lining required to
maintain FRL. Use approved
re rated penetration details
in internal lining.
Non-re rated plasterboard.

Internal lining required to
maintain FRL. Use approved
re rated penetration details
in internal lining.
MultiShield
Fix 10-15mm from

sheet bottom
Fix 10-15mm from

sheet bottom
Breathable
wall wrap
Floor joist
Batten or channel
Floor bearer
Floor joist
Floor bearer
(sitting on posts)
7.5mm bre cement

Breathable
wall wrap
Install sub-oor termite and

rot resistant wall framing
between posts at 600mm
max centres to support
MultiShield and cladding
Ant Cap
Damp proof
course
Any external
cladding
Suitable ground
clearance
Masonry with same FRL

as MultiShield system
Damp proof course
Suitable ground
clearance
FIGURE 6 Wall to Suspended Ground Floor
Non-re rated
lining required to maintain
in internal lining.
MultiShield
FIGURE 7 Wall to Suspended Ground Floor
213
FIRE RATED FROM THE OUTSIDE ONLY

EXTERNAL WALL UPPER STOREY FLOOR AND FIRE RATED WINDOW ELEVATION
Non-re rated
lining required to maintain
in internal lining.
MultiShield
Architectural
shape
Fix 10-15mm from

sheet bottom
Non-re rated
plasterboard. Internal lining
required to maintain FRL.
Use approved re rated
penetration details in
internal lining.
Fix 10-15mm from
sheet bottom
10mm min gap.

Fire sealant
required to
maintain re
and acoustic
integrity
MultiShield
Architectural
shape
10mm min gap.
Fire sealant
required to
maintain re
and acoustic
integrity
Batten or channel
7.5mm bre
cement with texture
coating.
Any external
cladding
Boundary joist
(Rimboard)
Breathable
wall wrap
Boundary joist
(Rimboard)

for cavity drainage
FIGURE 8 Wall of Upper Storey Floor
Breathable
wall wrap
MultiShield
Non-re rated
lining required to
maintain FRL. Use
approved re rated
penetration details
in internal lining.
7.5mm bre cement

with texture coating.
Breathable
wall wrap

to maintain re and
acoustic integrity
Internal
window trim
Corrosion resistant
ashing
Non-openable re window
with equivalent FRL to wall
system (example -/90/-)
External
window trim
Corrosion resistant
ashing
FIGURE 10 Fire Rated External Window

Example only
214
FIRE RATED FROM BOTH DIRECTIONS

EXTERNAL WALL BASE ELEVATION
for cavity drainage
FireShield or
MultiShield
MultiShield
FireShield or
MultiShield
MultiShield
Batten or channel
7.5mm bre cement


to maintain re and
acoustic integrity
Breathable
wall wrap
Fix 10-15mm from

sheet bottom

to maintain re and
acoustic integrity
Breathable
wall wrap
Any external
cladding
Fix 10-15mm from

sheet bottom
Suitable ground
clearance
Corrosion resistant
ashing
Suitable ground
clearance
Batten or channel
MultiShield
FireShield or
MultiShield
Any external
cladding
MultiShield
FireShield or
MultiShield
Corrosion resistant
ashing
7.5mm bre cement

Breathable
wall wrap
Fix 10-15mm from

sheet bottom
10mm min gap.
Fire sealant
required to
maintain re and
acoustic integrity

to maintain re and
acoustic integrity
Internal
window trim
Corrosion resistant
ashing

for cavity drainage
Boundary joist
(Rimboard)
Breathable
wall wrap
Non-openable re window
with equivalent FRL to wall
system (example -/60/-)
External
window trim

Corrosion resistant
ashing
FIGURE 14 Fire Rated External Window

Example only
215
FIRE RATED
EXTERNAL WALL TO ROOF ELEVATION
FIGURE 15 External Wall to Non-Combustible Eave Lining
BCA Volume Two - Section

3.7.1.5 requires external walls
of Class 1 buildings with 60 minute
FRL to only extend to the underside of
non-combustible eaves lining.
Rafter
Roof sarking over

anti-ponding board
Ceiling joist
Timber wall top plate
Non-re rated plasterboard. Internal

lining required to maintain FRL. Use
approved re rated penetration
details in internal lining.
7.5mm bre cement

Eave lining
(non-combustible)

MultiShield
Fill with re resistant mineral wool
to maintain FRL of wall system to
non-combustible roof lining.
FIGURE 16 External Wall To Non-Combustible Roof Lining

Use 2x45mm or 3x35mm thick for FRL 90
or ll cavity above wall with re resistant
mineral wool, to maintain FRL of wall system
Rafter
Roof sarking over

anti-ponding board
Ceiling joist

7.5mm bre cement
No eaves lining
Non-re rated plasterboard. Internal

lining required to maintain FRL. Use
approved re rated penetration
details in internal lining.
MultiShield
216
FIRE RATED
EXTERNAL WALL TO ROOF ELEVATION
Rafter
Roof sarking over

anti-ponding board
Ceiling joist
Fire rated ceiling

7.5mm bre cement
MultiShield

FireShield or MultiShield
Eave lining
(non-combustible)
FIGURE 17 External Wall to Non-Combustible Roof Lining
217
FIRE RATED
EXTERNAL WALL TO PARAPET ROOF ELEVATION
Parapet capping
Batten or channel
Any external cladding
Rafter
MultiShield
Ceiling joist
for cavity drainage
Non-re rated plasterboard. Internal lining

required to maintain FRL. Use approved re
rated penetration details in internal lining.
Breathable
wall wrap
FIGURE 18 External Wall to Parapet Roof

Parapet capping
Batten or channel
Rafter
MultiShield
Fire rated ceiling with
equivalent FRL as external wall
for cavity drainage
Ceiling joist
Breathable
wall wrap
Fire sealant
FIGURE 19 External Wall to Parapet Roof
218
FIRE RATED
EXTERNAL WALL JUNCTIONS PLAN VIEW
for cavity drainage
Overlap plasterboard
edges at corners
edges at corners
Corrosion resistant
ashing
Breathable
wall wrap
Corrosion resistant
ashing
Batten or channel
for cavity drainage
MultiShield
edges at corners
edges at corners
7.5mm bre cement

Corrosion resistant
ashing
Breathable
wall wrap
Corner moulding
Additional studs
may be required
to x cladding
MultiShield
Corrosion resistant
ashing
7.5mm bre cement

for cavity drainage
MultiShield
FireShield
Non-re rated
plasterboard
FireShield
FIGURE 24 Non-Fire Rated Intersecting Wall
Batten or
channel
Set internal corner
Non-re rated
plasterboard
FIGURE 23 Intersecting Wall to External

Brick Veneer Wall
219
FIRE RATED
EXTERNAL WALL CONTROL JOINTS PLAN VIEW
Bond breaker tape
15mm

Breathable
wall wrap
MultiShield
Non-re rated
plasterboard
22mm backing rod

Corrosion resistant ashing
(x to one side only)

Bond breaker tape

15mm

Breathable
wall wrap
MultiShield
22mm backing rod
FireShield

Breathable
wall wrap
MultiShield

15mm
FireShield or non-re
rated plasterboard
Bond breaker tape
7.5mm bre cement

22mm backing rod
220
3.2.3
External Structural Walls
SYSTEMS
222
INSTALLATION
223
Framing
Plasterboard Layout
Plasterboard Fixing
Exterior Cladding
223
223
224
224
224
CONSTRUCTION
DETAILS
226
INTRODUCTION
Steel framed external
structural walls are used
in buildings such as car
parks, factories and
workshops. If these walls
are built close to property
boundaries, they often
require re protection
from the outside.
Systems in this section provide re

protection from the outside for up
to 120 minutes. MultiShield forms
part of the wall, which is covered
by a moisture barrier and external
cladding to provide protection from
the weather.
221
SYSTEMS
KSSW1
MOISTURE BARRIER:
FRAME:
FRL
60/60/60
Suitable external cladding

Galvanised battens xed to Z or C girts
Z or C girts attached to structural frame
Maximum Girt Spacing

(mm)
rated from
the outside only
600
Fire Report
FAR 1612
(mm)
32
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
35 (31)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-33
KSSW2
MOISTURE BARRIER:
FRAME:
FRL
90/90/90


(mm)
rated from
the outside only
900
Fire Report
FAR 1612
(mm)
39
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
37 (34)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-33
KSSW3
MOISTURE BARRIER:
FRAME:
FRL
120/120/120
rated from
the outside only
Fire Report
FAR 2203
222


(mm)
1200
(mm)
48
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
38 (35)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-33
Jointing of MultiShield is not required due to the overlying breathable wall wrap and external cladding.
Use approved re rated penetration details. Fire penetrations may require re collars or other devices
to maintain re performance.
Pack any gaps between the top of the wall and the underside of the roof covering with mineral bre
or other suitable re resisting material. This maintains the re rating of the system.
[Refer to mineral bre manufacturers specications for minimum widths required].
Use re sealant on all gaps and around perimeter, vermiculite plaster is not permitted.

to re rated systems [Refer to Section 2.3
Fire Resistance].
FRAMING
Fire
Rated
Fix 50 x 50 x 0.7mm BMT galvanised steel angle to:
Concrete at the base to act as skirting
Girts at all corners
Control joints.
Install an anti-splash board at the base of the external wall to protect the plasterboard from water
damage. [Refer to Construction Details Figures 3 5]
Use girt support rods or equivalent where required to avoid sagging of girts under the weight
of plasterboard.

223

Fire
Rated
PLASTERBOARD LAYOUT
Fire
Rated
Install plasterboard sheets vertically and perpendicular to girts.
First layer butt joints must be backed by a girt.
If a jointed nish on the interior of the wall is

desired, face the rst layer inwards.
PLASTERBOARD FIXING
Fire
Rated
Use the Screw Only Method. Stud adhesive is not permitted.
Drive screws to just below the sheet surface, taking care not to break the paper linerboard.
Plasterboard
Thickness
1st Layer
2nd Layer
3rd Layer
13mm
25mm 6g S screw
40mm 6g S screw*
60mm 6g S screw*
16mm
30mm 6g S screw
45mm 6g S screw*
65mm 6g S screw*
*40mm - 10g Laminating screws may be used as detailed in installation diagrams.
EXTERIOR CLADDING
Fire
Rated
External cladding must be non-combustible or not contribute to the re intensity.
Fix cladding battens through plasterboard to girts.
Extend the external re rated wall up to the non-combustible roof covering or non-combustible eaves
lining. [Refer to Construction Details]
Exterior cladding and moisture barrier must

provide protection from the weather.
condensation and rain away from
plasterboard.
224
1st & 2nd layer

200mm max
3rd layer
laminate at
400mm max
Laminate 2nd layer

recessed edges at
200mm max
3rd layer
laminate at
400mm max
1st & 2nd layer

300mm max
1st & 2nd layer Butt

joints 200mm max
stagger screws
Fixing
Sheet Layout
Perimeter
Screw Only Method
Field

3rd layer: Laminate to 2nd layer at
400x400mm max centres
3rd layer
400mm max
Stagger recessed
edges by 300mm
min between layers
2nd layer: Fix to each girt. Stagger recessed

edges by 300mm min between layers.
3rd layer: Laminate to 2nd layer at 400mm
max centres.
1st & 2nd layer

200mm max
1200mm max
girt spacing
50mm
1st & 2nd layer
50mm max
1st & 2nd layer

200mm max
1st and 2nd layer: Perimeter screws

10-15mm from sheet edges.
3rd layer: Perimeter screws 50mm max
from sheet edges.
Recessed Edges 1st layer: Fix to each girt.
Butt Joints
2nd & 3rd layer
at 200mm max
stagger screws

min on adjoining sheets and between layers
of the wall. 1st layer butt joint must be backed
by a girt.
stagger screws. Alternatively, laminate to 1st
layer using laminating screws at 200mm max
3rd layer: Laminate to 2nd layer using
and stagger screws.

Internal and

Screw Only Method

Fire Sealant

Jointing Face
Layer
Jointing of the face layer is not required if a

moisture barrier is used over the plasterboard.
225
Openings
FIRE RATED
EXTERNAL STRUCTURAL WALL ELEVATION
MultiShield
Wall cladding
Gutter
Flashing
C Girt
Cladding batten
Laminating screws
Z or C Girts
Cladding battens
Anti-splash board.
Continue under plasterboard
as damp-proof course
Breathable
wall wrap
MultiShield
Laminating screws
Wall cladding
Galvanised 50x50mm Angle.

Fix to slab at 600mm max centres
5-10mm
clearance to
plasterboard
Breathable
wall wrap
Z or C Girts

to maintain re and
acoustic integrity
MultiShield
MultiShield
Wall cladding
Wall cladding
Laminating screws
Z or C Girts
Laminating screws
Cladding battens
Anti-splash board.
Continue under plasterboard
Breathable
wall wrap
Galvanised 50x50mm angle. Fix

to slab at 600mm max centres
Z or C Girts
Cladding battens
Anti-splash board.
Continued under plasterboard
Breathable
wall wrap
Galvanised 50x50mm angle. Fix

to slab at 600mm max centres
5 - 10mm
clearance to
plasterboard

to maintain re and
acoustic integrity
Suitable ground
clearance
Suitable ground
clearance
Vermin barrier
Vermin barrier
FIGURE 4 Wall Base Around Slab
226
FIGURE 5 Wall Base on Edge of Slab
FIRE RATED
EXTERNAL STRUCTURAL WALL
Breathable
wall wrap
External cladding
15mm

to maintain re and
acoustic integrity
Remove angle leg

around girt. Fix
angle to each girt
Backing tape
Z or C Girt
FIGURE 6 External Cladding Size Detail

Elevation
FIGURE 7 Control Joint Detail

Plan view
MultiShield
External cladding
Breathable
wall wrap
Corner ashing
MultiShield
Z or C Girt
Galvanised 50x50mm angle

for corner support. Fix angle
to each girt
Overlap sheet
edges at corners
Galvanised 50x50mm angle

for corner support. Fix angle
to each girt
Cladding batten
Breathable
wall wrap
Cladding batten
Z or C Girt
Corner ashing
External cladding
FIGURE 8 Typical External Corner Detail

Plan view
FIGURE 9 Typical Internal Corner Detail

Plan view
227
Check external cladding

batten size with the ange
size of the girt
Cladding batten
3.3.1
Shaft Wall
SYSTEMS
229
INSTALLATION
230
Framing
Plasterboard Layout
Plasterboard Fixing
230
231
232
233
CONSTRUCTION
DETAILS
235
INTRODUCTION
Shaft Wall systems are re
rated non-load bearing
walls used for lift shafts,
service ducts, stairwells and
re isolated passageways.
Shaft Wall systems are ideal when
Shaft Wall systems meet the
constructing a wall where access is
necessary performance requirements
only possible from one side. This side
of the BCA for lift shafts:
is referred to as the storey side.

Shaft Wall has advantages
compared with masonry construction:
Fire resistance requirements

Structural requirements under
Specication C1.8 for lift shafts.
Shaft Wall systems can resist positive
75% lighter
Thinner typically less than 100mm
wide using 64mm CH-Studs
No wet trades required
Faster installation no scaffolding
is required inside the shaft.
and negative air pressure surges up

to 0.7 kPa, and can resist positive
and negative sustained air pressures
up to 0.5 kPa. If the sustained air
pressure exceeds 0.5 kPa the air
handling should be contained
within a metal duct.
228
FIRE RATED
KSHW1
[Side 2] 1 layer of 25mm ShaftLiner encased in CH-studs
FRAME:
Shaft Wall CH-steel studs at maximum 600mm centres
Fire Report
FAR 2863
FAR2817
Max Height
(m)
Width
(mm)
CH-Stud Depth
CH-Stud BMT
Non-Load Bearing
Studs at 600mm
UDL 0.25kPa
Non-Load Bearing
Studs at 600mm
UDL 0.35kPa
64
0.55
0.9
2.95
3.46
2.64
3.09
102
0.55
0.9
3.73
4.98
2.66
4.19
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
50mm
Polyester
ASB2/TSB2
80
39 (32)
46 (39)
46 (38)
118
42 (33)
48 (41)
48 (41)
No Insulation
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
50mm
Polyester
ASB2/TSB2
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-18
3.3.1 Shaft Wall
rated from
both sides
CH-Stud Size
(mm)
KSHW2
[Side 2] 1 layer of 25mm ShaftLiner encased in CH-studs
FRAME:
FRL
/120/120
rated from
both sides
Fire Report
FAR 2863
FAR 2817
CH-Stud Size
(mm)
Max Height
(m)
Width
(mm)
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
CH-Stud Depth
CH-Stud BMT
Non-Load Bearing
Studs at 600mm
UDL 0.25kPa
Non-Load Bearing
Studs at 600mm
UDL 0.35kPa
64
0.55
0.9
3.73
4.38
2.66
3.89
96
44 (36)
50 (42)
50 (42)
102
0.55
0.9
3.73
5.51
2.66
4.19
134
46 (37)
52 (46)
52 (46)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-18
KSHW3
[Side 2] 1 layer of 25mm ShaftLiner encased in CH-studs and 1 layer of 16mm FireShield
FRAME:
FRL
/120/120
rated from
both sides
Fire Report
FAR 2863
FAR 2817
CH-Stud Size
(mm)
Max Height
(m)
Width
(mm)
CH-Stud Depth
CH-Stud BMT
Non-Load Bearing
Studs at 600mm
UDL 0.25kPa
Non-Load Bearing
Studs at 600mm
UDL 0.35kPa
64
0.55
0.9
2.95
3.46
2.64
3.09
102
0.55
0.9
3.73
4.98
2.66
4.19
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
50mm
Polyester
ASB2/TSB2
96
42 (35)
50 (42)
50 (42)
134
45 (36)
52 (45)
52 (45)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-18
229
SYSTEMS: Fire Rated
FRL
/60/60

Mount lift operating equipment on structural members independent from the Shaft Wall system.
[Refer to Construction Details for lift call button indicator boxes, gures 39 and 40]

Fire Resistance]
3.3.1 Shaft Wall
Fire
Rated
230
FRAMING
Fire
Rated
Fix the bottom track and top track or deection head at 600mm maximum centres and
100mm maximum from each end.
Use a deection head if:

Wall heights are 4800mm or greater
Ceiling, roof or oor movement is expected.
Space CH-Studs at 600mm centres maximum.
Push CH-Studs down completely into bottom track.
Friction t all CH-Studs. They must not be screwed to the top and bottom tracks.
64 or 102mm
E-Stud 0.55mm BMT

(Rondo No.574 or No.594)
25mm
19mm
38mm
CH-Stud
0.55mm BMT
and 0.9mm BMT
(Rondo No.570
or No.590)
3.3.1 Shaft Wall

64 or 102mm
25mm
35mm
25mm
FIGURE 1 Shaft Wall Framing Components

Shaft Wall CH-Stud

Shaft Wall E-Stud
64 or 102mm
Bottom J-track and End Stud J-track

0.8mm BMT (Rondo No.579 or No.598)
50mm
57mm
75mm
25mm
Deection Head J-track and Jamb Stud
0.8mm BMT (Rondo No.579 or No.599)
64 or 102mm

J-Track

Deection Head J-Track and Jamb Stud
231
PLASTERBOARD LAYOUT
Deection head J-track
/ top J-track
CH-stud
End stud J-track
11
3.3.1 Shaft Wall
10
E-stud
1
Bottom J-track
25mm ShaftLiner
Fold ange of J-track 60mm to
install last ShaftLiner
FIGURE 5 Shaft Wall Construction Sequence
Use CH-stud horizontally

along butt joint in ShaftLiner
Stagger butt joints in ShaftLiner
to upper and lower third of
wall. Stagger butt joints
between adjoining sheets
FIGURE 6 ShaftLiner Butt Joint Layout
232
PLASTERBOARD LAYOUT
Fire
Rated
FireShield Horizontal Layout
First layer butt joints must be backed by a CH-stud.
FireShield Vertical Layout
First layer butt joints must be backed by a CH-nogging.
If the wall height exceeds the length of ShaftLiner, position the ShaftLiner butt joints within the
upper and lower third of the wall. [Refer to Figure 6]
Stagger ShaftLiner butt joints for adjacent panels and reinforce with horizontal CH-stud cut to
t between the vertical studs. [Refer to Figure 6]
3.3.1 Shaft Wall
ShaftLiner Layout
Install FireShield horizontally when practical to

reduce the effect of glancing light.
PLASTERBOARD FIXING
Fire
Rated
1st Layer
2nd Layer
3rd Layer
16mm FireShield
30mm 6g S screw
45mm 6g S screw*
65mm 6g S screw*
25mm ShaftLiner
45mm 6g S screw+
+ Use for securing ShaftLiner to J-track when the J-track is being used as an end stud.
233

Screw Only Method
Fixing
Sheet Layout
Perimeter
Screw Only Method
Field
50mm
Vertical

300mm max
Stagger
recessed
edges by
300mm
min on
opposite
sides of
the wall
200mm max
stagger screws
200mm
max
3.3.1 Shaft Wall
200mm max

Butt joints
200mm min
from
openings
Butt Joints

Internal and
External
Corners
Openings
Fire Sealant
Jointing Face
Layer

Fixing
Sheet Layout
Screw Only Method
Perimeter

Field

Openings
200mm max

50mm

Screw Only Method
50mm
200mm min
1st layer
300mm max
stagger screws
2nd layer
300mm max
Stagger recessed
edges by 300mm
min between
layers
1st layer
400mm
max
2nd layer
200mm max
stagger screws
2nd layer
200mm max
50mm
234

backed by a stud.
1st layer
openings
300mm
max
1st layer
300mm max
2nd layer
200mm max
1st layer: Vertical

2nd layer: Vertical
Butt Joints

a nogging.
and stagger screws. Alternatively, laminate
to 1st layer using laminating screws at
Internal and
External
Corners
Openings

Fire Sealant

Jointing Face
Layer

2nd layer
openings
200mm max

FIRE RATED
SHAFT WALL HEAD AND BASE ELEVATION
10mm clearance
to CH-Stud and
plasterboard
25mm clearance to
ShaftLiner and pack with
re resisting mineral wool
or semi-rigid glasswool
insulation
Fix 50mm from

sheet top. Do not
x through track
FireShield
ShaftLiner
Storey Side
FIGURE 9 Shaft Wall Head to Slab

System KSHW2
Shaft Side
Fix bottom J-track to

slab at 600mm max
centres and 100mm
max from ends
FireShield
Fix J-track to slab at

100mm max from ends
ShaftLiner
Shaft Side
Fix 50mm from

sheet top. Do not
x through track
Shaft Side
3.3.1 Shaft Wall
Fix J-track to slab at

100mm max from ends
Do not x
through top
track.
10mm clearance
to CH-Stud and
plasterboard
Storey Side
FIGURE 10 Shaft Wall Head to Slab

System KSHW1/3
Storey Side
Push CH-studs
down completely
into J-track
Fix 50mm from sheet

bottom. Do not x
through J-track
Shaft Side

slab at 600mm max
centres and 100mm
max from ends
Fix 65mm from sheet

bottom. Do not x
through J-track
Storey Side
Push CH-studs
down completely
into J-track
Fix 50mm from sheet

bottom. Do not x
through track
5-10mm clearance
to plasterboard
FIGURE 11 Shaft Wall Base to Slab

System KSHW2
25mm clearance to
insulation
5-10mm clearance
to plasterboard
FIGURE 12 Shaft Wall Base to Slab

System KSHW1/3
235
SHAFT WALL HEAD AND BASE DETAIL AND BUTT JOINT ELEVATIONS
Shaft Side
beam at 600mm max
centres and 100mm
max from ends
20mm clearance
to CH-stud and
plasterboard
20mm clearance to top

of ShaftLiner and pack
with 29mm IBS rod
Storey Side
Push CH-studs
down completely
into J-track
Fix 50mm from sheet top.

Fix 50mm from
sheet bottom.
Do not x
through J-track.

Fix deection head J-track to
slab at 600mm max centres
FireShield
FireShield or ShaftLiner used to

re protect structural beam. Beam
must have load bearing FRL equal
or greater than non-load bearing
FRL of wall. [Refer to Section
3.6.3 for details]
5 - 10mm
clearance to
plasterboard
3.3.1 Shaft Wall
ShaftLiner
Shaft Side
Storey Side
FIGURE 13 Shaft Wall Deection Head

Elevation
Structural beam to
support wall above
25mm clearance to
insulation
Structural beam
10mm clearance
to CH-Stud and
plasterboard
Fix 50mm from
sheet top. Do not
x through track
Fire resistant spray

Fix J-track to beam at
100mm max from ends
FireShield
ShaftLiner
ShaftLiner
Storey side
FIGURE 14 Shaft Wall to Supporting Beam

Elevation
Shaft side
FireShield
FIGURE 15 Shaft Wall to Structural Beam

Elevation
Structural beam
200mm max
Track notched
and riveted to
CH-Stud
50mm min
Fire resistant spray
Laminating
screws
Steel plate
Storey side
FIGURE 16 Shaft Wall

to Structural Beam
Elevation
236
Shaft
side
Shaft Side
Storey Side
FIGURE 17 Butt Joint

in ShaftLiner
Elevation
Shaft
Side
Storey Side
FIGURE 18 Alternate Butt Joint

Detail in FireShield
Elevation
SHAFT WALL JUNCTIONS PLAN VIEW

max centres vertically and
100mm max from ends
Shaft side
CH-studs at
600mm centres
E-stud
CH-stud
J-track
ShaftLiner
600mm max
100mm max
5-10mm clearance
to plasterboard
FireShield

Storey side
ShaftLiner
Shaft side
ShaftLiner
FireShield
FireShield
Shaft side
ShaftLiner
E-stud
100mm max
100mm max
E-stud
Fix toggle bolts

at 600mm max
centres vertically
CH-stud
E-stud
Set internal
corner
Set external
corner bead
FireShield
Storey side
Storey side
Storey side
FIGURE 20 Shaft Wall External

Corner Detail
Shaft side
FIGURE 21 Shaft Wall Internal

Corner Detail

Intersecting Wall
Detail
Backing angle
ShaftLiner
Set external
corner bead
35x35mm angle
100mm max
Set internal
corner
E-stud

to maintain re and
acoustic integrity
E-stud
FireShield
Storey side
FIGURE 23 Shaft Wall Intersecting Wall

Detail
FireShield
ShaftLiner
Storey Side
Shaft Side
3.3.1 Shaft Wall

Detail
FIGURE 24 Shaft Wall Angled Corner

Plan view
237
SHAFT WALL JUNCTIONS WITH STRUCTURAL MEMBERS AND CONTROL JOINT PLAN VIEW
Storey side
E-stud
Overlap sheet
edges at corners
FireShield
Storey side
FireShield
J-track
ShaftLiner
Universal
column
35x35mm
angle
Universal
column
35x35mm
angle
3.3.1 Shaft Wall
Fire resistant
spray
Fire resistant
spray
Shaft side
Shaft side
FIGURE 26 Shaft Wall Intersecting

Column Detail
Plan view
FIGURE 25 Shaft Wall Intersecting

Column Detail
Plan view
Storey side
Storey side
FireShield
FireShield
E-Stud
Universal
column
Universal
column
CH-stud
ShaftLiner
35x35mm
angle
Fire resistant
spray
Shaft side
FIGURE 27 Shaft Wall Junction

Column Detail
Plan view
Backing tape
Fire resistant
spray
Shaft side
FIGURE 28 Shaft Wall Junction

Column Detail
Plan view
15mm
E-stud
ShaftLiner
over control joint
22mm backing rod

FireShield
Fire sealant depth same as the

FIGURE 29 Shaft Wall Control Joint

Plan view
238
SHAFT WALL DOORS ELEVATION AND PLAN VIEWS

C
ShaftLiner
Fix studs to tracks

around door
Door head trimmer

from J-track
FireShield
3.3.1 Shaft Wall
Fire rated metal

door frame
A
Fix studs to bottom
tracks around door

rated door jamb manufacturer
FireShield
FIGURE 30 Shaft Wall Door

Elevation

ShaftLiner
FIGURE 31 Section A-A System KSHW2

J-track or E-stud
Laminating screws
FIGURE 32 Section A-A System KSHW1/3

J-track or E-stud
150mm min
FIGURE 33 Section B-B System KSHW2

Plan view
150mm min
FIGURE 34 Section B-B System KSHW1/3

ShaftLiner
J-track or E-stud
FireShield
FIGURE 35 Section B-B Lift Landing Door

Example Only Plan view
239
SHAFT WALL DOORS ELEVATIONS

10mm clearance
to CH-stud
10mm clearance
to CH-stud
25mm clearance to top of
ShaftLiner and pack with re
resistant mineral wool or
semi-rigid glasswool insulation
10mm clearance
to plasterboard
25mm clearance to top of

ShaftLiner and pack with re
resistant mineral wool or
semi-rigid glasswool insulation
Storey side
Shaft side

5 - 10mm
Shaft side

Storey side
5 - 10mm
FIGURE 37 Section C-C System KSHW1/3

Example only
FIGURE 36 Section C-C System KSHW2

Example only
3.3.1 Shaft Wall
10mm clearance
to plasterboard
10mm clearance
to CH-stud
10mm clearance
to plasterboard
25mm clearance to top

of ShaftLiner and pack
with re resisting mineral
wool or semi-rigid
glasswool insulation
Storey Side
Shaft Side
Metal door frame
back-lled with suitable
re resisting material as
specied by re rated
door jamb manufacturer.
5 - 10mm gap
FIGURE 38 Section C-C Lift Landing Door

Example only
Laminating
screws
0.55mm steel strip

150x300mm min
100mm min
100mm min
Lift button box
Lift button box
100mm min
Shaft Side
FIGURE 39 Lift Button Box Detail 1
240
Storey Side
Shaft Side
Storey Side
FIGURE 40 Lift Button Box Detail 2
FIRE PENETRATIONS ELEVATION

CH-Stud
25mm ShaftLiner or
2 x 16mm FireShield
J-Track
ShaftLiner
Fire sealant
Metal angle
IBS rod. Maximum

gap width is
determined by the
nominal IBS rod size
Fill gap with re sealant
to a depth of 5mm
Fire Damper
Metal rod to support

weight of re damper
3.3.1 Shaft Wall
E-stud / J-Track
Metal angle
Fire sealant
FireShield

FIGURE 41 Fire Damper

Example only
241
3.3.2
Security Walls
INSTALLATION
242
CONSTRUCTION
DETAILS
243
INTRODUCTION
Security wall is an upgrade
solution to improve security
for any wall system.
Applications for security
wall can include common
walls in multi-residential
apartments and hotels,
partitioning in shopping
centres and retail outlets
such as pharmacies.
The system uses a sheet metal barrier
The security wall upgrade may
that is installed as part of the framing
be applied to any Knauf single,
construction. The construction is
staggered or double stud wall system
cost-effective as it allows simple
without reducing re and acoustic
and quick assembly.
performance.
INSTALLATION
[For General Requirements, Framing, Plasterboard Layout and Plasterboard
Fixing refer to Section 3.1.1]
Use expanded mesh or metal sheeting with a low corrugation prole.
This will allow easy xing to the stud and room for insulation.
Fix metal sheets vertically.
Install additional studs to coincide with corrugations as required.
Cut neat penetrations in the sheet metal panel where access to services
is required.
Fix metal sheeting to the studs using screws or rivets at 500mm centres.
Keep the atter side of the sheet metal facing towards the plasterboard.
242
Non-re rated
plasterboard
FireShield
Metal sheeting

to maintain re and
acoustic integrity
Sealant required to
maintain acoustic
integrity
Fix 50mm from

sheet top. Do not
x through track
Metal sheeting
Non-re rated
plasterboard
FireShield
Fix metal sheeting at

500mm max centres
and 100mm max
from ends
Push metal
sheeting down
completely and do
not x to track
Sealant only
required to maintain
acoustic integrity

to maintain re and
acoustic integrity
Fix 50mm from sheet

bottom. Do not x
through track
5-10mm clearance
to plasterboard
10mm clearance to
plasterboard and
metal sheeting
5-10mm clearance to
stud, plasterboard
and metal sheeting

where friction joints are used.

With metal sheeting Elevation

With metal sheeting Elevation
Non-re rated
plasterboard
Metal sheeting
inside track
FIGURE 3 Metal Sheeting Inside Track

Plan view
Screw or rivet metal

sheeting to studs at
500mm max centres
Rivet metal sheeting to

studs at 500mm max
centres.
FireShield
Metal sheeting between

frames. Sheeting must
not touch both frames
FireShield

500mm max centres
FIGURE 4 Metal Sheeting Double Stud Wall

Plan view
Metal sheeting
outside track
FIGURE 5 Metal Sheeting Outside Track

Plan view
Do not x plasterboard to stud

and leave 5-10mm clear of wall
150mm max
FireShield
Metal sheeting on
both sides of wall
FIGURE 6 Metal Sheeting Two Layers

Plan view

Sealant required to
FIGURE 7 Control Joint at Masonry Wall

Plan view
243
Metal sheeting
inside track
Fix screws or toggle

bolts at 600mm max
centres vertically


500mm max centres
Metal sheeting
inside track
FireShield
600mm max centres
vertically
Set internal corner

100mm max
Set external
corner bead

500mm max centres
FireShield
FIGURE 8 Corner Detail
FIGURE 9 Intersecting Wall Detail
Metal sheeting
outside track

Additional stud to
support intersection

500mm max centres
FireShield
Metal sheeting
outside track

600mm max centres
vertically
Set internal corner

Set external
corner bead
100mm max

500mm max centres
FireShield
FIGURE 10 Corner Detail
Non-re rated
plasterboard
FIGURE 11 Intersecting Wall Detail
15mm

15mm
FireShield

Metal sheeting
outside track
22mm backing rod
Metal sheeting
inside track

22mm backing rod
Metal sheeting
inside track

FIGURE 13 Fire-Rated Control Joint

Use screws or rivets at
500mm max centres
FIGURE 14 Metal Sheeting Overlap
244
3.3.3
CONSTRUCTION
DETAILS
Timber Separating Walls

246
INTRODUCTION
Timber double stud walls
are commonly used as
separating walls, providing
re safety and acoustic
separation between
dwellings.
This section only contains construction
For an alternative separating wall
details for separating walls between
system, use the innovative Knauf
dwellings. [For systems and
InterHome system. [Refer to the latest
installation, refer to Section 3.1.2]
InterHome brochure on the website]
245
FIRE RATED
TIMBER SEPARATING WALL BASE AND SUSPENDED GROUND FLOOR ELEVATION
FireShield
3.3.3 Timber Separating Walls
Skirting board
Fix 10-15mm from

sheet bottom

to maintain re and
acoustic integrity
5-10mm clearance
to plasterboard
FIGURE 1 Separating Wall Base to Slab

FireShield
Skirting board
Fix 10-15mm from

sheet bottom

to maintain re and
acoustic integrity
5-10mm clearance
to plasterboard
Saw cut in ooring

Floor joists parallel
to separating wall
Floor joists perpendicular

to separating wall

FIGURE 2 Separating Wall with Suspended Ground Floor
246
TIMBER SEPARATING WALL WITH UPPER STOREY FLOOR ELEVATION
FireShield
Fix 10-15mm from

sheet bottom

to maintain re and
acoustic integrity
5-10mm clearance
to plasterboard
Skirting board
Half-saw cut
in ooring
to separating wall
Engineered
timber joist
Install trimmer for ceiling

plasterboard perimeter support
Floor joists perpendicular

to separating wall


FIGURE 3 Separating Wall with Upper Storey Floor
FireShield
Skirting board
Fix 10-15mm from

sheet bottom
Additional nogging
installed to support
FireShield and re
sealant

to maintain re and
acoustic integrity
5-10mm clearance
to plasterboard
Half-saw cut
in ooring
Floor joists perpendicular to
separating wall. Minimum joist
bearing must be maintained.

to separating wall
Sacrical solid timber

blocking to maintain re
rating. Additional
to structural timber.
Use 1x45mm or 2x35mm
thick for FRL 60.
thick for FRL 90.
Floor joists
perpendicular to
separating wall
FIGURE 4 Separating Wall with Upper Storey Floor

PLAN VIEW
247
TIMBER SEPARATING WALL ROOF DETAIL ELEVATION

non-combustible roof lining
Roof sarking

Sacrical solid timber blocking

to maintain re rating.
Additional to structural timber.
Use 1x45mm thick for FRL 60.
Fix 10-15mm from

plasterboard edge
Additional noggings installed to

support FireShield and re sealant
5-10mm clearance to plasterboard.

Fill with re sealant to maintain re
FireShield
FIGURE 5 Separating Wall with Perpendicular Roof Trusses
248
Roof battens can be

continuous over
Separating Wall.

Fix 10-15mm from

plasterboard edges
Separating wall
continued through
roof cavity
Truss parallel to
separating wall
Roof sarking

FireShield
FIGURE 6 Separating Wall with Parallel Roof Trusses
249
Fix 10-15mm from

plasterboard edge
External cladding

Roof sarking
Separating wall
continued through
roof cavity
Truss parallel to
separating wall

FireShield
FIGURE 7 Separating Wall to Parapet Roof with Parallel Roof Trusses
250
Fill with re resistant

mineral wool to maintain
FRL of wall system to
non-combustible roof lining
TIMBER SEPARATING WALL ROOF DETAIL WITH EXTERNAL WALL ELEVATION
2 layers of 16mm MultiShield to maintain FRL

60/60/60 external wall above separating wall
External cladding
Truss parallel to
separating wall
Roof sarking
Fix 10-15mm from

plasterboard edge
Non-re rated
plasterboard

Fill with re sealant to maintain re
and acoustic integrity.
Additional nogging installed to
support MultiShield and re sealant.
Separating wall
continued through
roof cavity


FireShield
FIGURE 8 Separating Wall with External Wall Above
251
Fix 10-15mm from

plasterboard edge
Truss perpendicular
to separating wall


Fire sealant required to maintain re

FireShield
FIGURE 9 Separating Wall to Box Gutter with Perpendicular Roof Trusses

Top plate
Roof sarking over
anti-ponding board
Wall stud
Separating wall continued
through roof cavity.
FireShield or other
non-combustible lining
continued over eaves
Top plate
Wall stud
Eave lining
External
wall stud
Fill with re resistant mineral

wool in cavity to maintain FRL.
FIGURE 10 Separating Wall Over Eaves Lining
252
TIMBER SEPARATING WALL TO EXTERNAL WALL ELEVATION
Non-re rated
plasterboard
re and acoustic integrity.

wool in cavity to maintain FRL
Additional stud installed to support

FireShield and re sealant
Vertical damp
proof course

Moisture barrier
FIGURE 11 Separating Wall to External Brick Wall


Non-re rated
plasterboard

Vertical damp
proof course
45mm min solid timber

blocking in wall cavity to
maintain re rating
FireShield

Moisture barrier
FIGURE 12 Separating Wall to External Brick Wall
253
TIMBER SEPARATING WALL TO EXTERNAL WALL ELEVATION

wool in cavity to maintain FRL
Vertical damp
proof course


Non-re rated
plasterboard
FIGURE 13 Separating Wall to External Brick Wall with Return
Sacrical solid timber blocking

to maintain re rating.
Additional to structural timber.
thick for FRL 60.
thick for FRL 90.

Moisture barrier
Non-re rated
plasterboard

If cladding battens are used,

ll cavity with re resistant
mineral wool to maintain FRL
External cladding

Breathable moisture barrier

FireShield

Cladding battens
FIGURE 14 Separating Wall to External Clad Wall
254
Ceilings Under a Floor

and Under a Roof
3.4.1
SYSTEMS
256
Ceilings Under Floors

Ceilings Under
Concrete Slab
Ceilings Under
Sheet Metal Roof
Ceilings Under Tiled Roof
256
261
262
266
INSTALLATION
268
Framing
Plasterboard Layout
Plasterboard Fixing
268
269
273
273
CONSTRUCTION
DETAILS
279
INTRODUCTION
This section contains a wide
range of ceiling solutions
that can meet aesthetic,
sound insulation and re
protection requirements.
These ceiling solutions are
for applications under
a oor and under a roof.
They are either directly
xed to joists or are
installed to a concealed
suspended steel frame.
Most re rated ceilings as per Building
This section includes systems,
Code of Australia (BCA) requirements
are rated from below only. [For ceilings
construction details for general
re rated from above, or re rated
and re rated ceilings.
from above and below refer to Sections

3.5.1 and 3.5.2]
Exterior ceiling applications have
additional requirements [Refer
to Section 2.2 External ceilings].
Installation instructions for curved
ceilings are in Section 3.6.6.
255
NON-FIRE RATED
KF10-KF19
FLOORING:
19mm min particleboard ooring or timber ooring with

either carpet, tiles or left bare
FRAME:
140mm min deep timber or steel joists
[Carpet requires an underlay and tiles require a bre cement underlay]
[Impact acoustic values determined using insulation]
System
Plasterboard Ceiling Lining
Acoustics Airborne
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
50mm
No Insulation
EarthWool
11 kg/m
Acoustics Impact
Ln,w (Ln,w + Ci)
65mm
Polyester
ASB3/TSB3
Carpet and
Underlay
Tiled or
Left Bare
KF10
1 layer of 10mm MastaShield or SpanShield
44 (37)
46 (40)
45 (39)
39 (41)
78 (76)
KF11
2 layers of 10mm MastaShield or SpanShield
47 (41)
48 (43)
47 (42)
38 (40)
76 (74)
KF14
44 (38)
46 (41)
45 (39)
38 (40)
77 (75)
KF16
1 layer of 10mm SoundShield
44 (38)
46 (41)
45 (40)
38 (40)
77 (75)
KF17
48 (42)
49 (44)
48 (43)
37 (39)
75 (73)
KF18
45 (40)
46 (41)
45 (40)
38 (40)
76 (74)
KF19
49 (44)
49 (45)
48 (44)
37 (39)
73 (71)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-26
SYSTEMS: Ceilings Under Floors
3.4.1 Ceilings
KF20-KF29
FLOORING:

FRAME:
140mm min deep timber or steel joists with A-clips and furring channel
System
Acoustics Airborne
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
50mm
No Insulation
EarthWool
11 kg/m
Acoustics Impact
Ln,w (Ln,w + Ci)
65mm
Polyester
ASB3/TSB3
Carpet and
Underlay
Tiled or
Left Bare
KF20
47 (41)
53 (46)
52 (45)
39 (41)
71 (70)
KF21
50 (44)
55 (49)
54 (48)
38 (40)
68 (68)
KF24
48 (42)
53 (46)
52 (45)
38 (40)
69 (69)
KF26
48 (42)
53 (46)
52 (45)
38 (40)
69 (69)
KF27
51 (46)
56 (49)
55 (48)
37 (39)
67 (67)
KF28
49 (43)
53 (47)
52 (46)
38 (40)
68 (68)
KF29
52 (47)
56 (50)
55 (49)
37 (39)
65 (65)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-26
KF30-KF39
FLOORING:

FRAME:
140mm min deep timber or steel joists with resilient mounts and furring channel
System
Acoustics Airborne
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
50mm
No Insulation
EarthWool
11 kg/m
Acoustics Impact
Ln,w (Ln,w + Ci)
65mm
Polyester
ASB3/TSB3
Carpet and
Underlay
Tiled or
Left Bare
KF30
45 (40)
50 (42)
50 (42)
28 (32)
68 (67)
KF31
49 (44)
54 (48)
54 (47)
27 (31)
66 (65)
KF34
46 (41)
51 (44)
51 (44)
27 (31)
67 (66)
KF36
46 (41)
51 (44)
51 (44)
27 (31)
67 (66)
KF37
51 (45)
56 (50)
55 (49)
26 (30)
64 (63)
KF38
48 (43)
53 (47)
52 (47)
27 (31)
66 (65)
KF39
53 (48)
57 (52)
57 (52)
26 (30)
63 (62)
256
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-26
KF40-KF49
FLOORING:
19mm min particleboard ooring or timber ooring with either carpet, tiles or left bare
FRAME:
140mm min deep timber or steel joists with suspended ceiling frame and furring channel
System
Acoustics Airborne
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
50mm
No Insulation
EarthWool
11 kg/m
Acoustics Impact
Ln,w (Ln,w + Ci)
65mm
Polyester
ASB3/TSB3
Carpet and
Underlay
Tiled or
Left Bare
KF40
45 (37)
52 (45)
51 (45)
28 (32)
67 (66)
KF41
50 (41)
55 (51)
55 (51)
27 (31)
65 (64)
KF44
47 (38)
52 (47)
52 (47)
27 (31)
66 (65)
KF46
47 (38)
52 (47)
52 (47)
27 (31)
66 (65)
KF47
51 (43)
56 (51)
56 (51)
26 (30)
63 (62)
KF48
48 (40)
53 (49)
53 (48)
27 (31)
65 (64)
KF49
53 (45)
57 (53)
57 (53)
26 (30)
62 (61)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-26
FLOORING:
FRAME:
140mm min deep timber or steel joists with suspended ceiling frame with resilient mounts
and furring channel
System
Acoustics Airborne
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
50mm
No Insulation
EarthWool
11 kg/m
Acoustics Impact
Ln,w (Ln,w + Ci)
65mm
Polyester
ASB3/TSB3
Carpet and
Underlay
Tiled or
Left Bare
KF50
46 (38)
54 (48)
53 (47)
28 (32)
67 (66)
KF51
50 (42)
58 (53)
58 (52)
27 (31)
65 (64)
KF54
47 (40)
55 (49)
54 (49)
27 (31)
66 (65)
KF56
47 (40)
55 (49)
54 (49)
27 (31)
66 (65)
KF57
52 (44)
59 (54)
59 (54)
26 (30)
63 (62)
KF58
50 (42)
56 (52)
56 (51)
27 (31)
65 (64)
KF59
55 (47)
60 (57)
60 (56)
26 (30)
62 (61)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-26
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3.4.1 Ceilings
KF50-KF59
FIRE RATED
KF210-KF218
FLOORING:
19mm min particleboard ooring or timber ooring with either carpet,

tiles or left bare
FRAME:
140mm min deep timber or steel joists
[Use MultiShield in place of FireShield for external re rated ceilings]
System FRL
RISF
Rated from below only
Max Framing Acoustics Airborne

Centres (mm) Rw (Rw + Ctr)
3.4.1 Ceilings
Fire Report
FAR 2879
No
Insulation
Acoustics Impact
Ln,w (Ln,w + Ci)
50mm
65mm
Carpet and
EarthWool Polyester
Underlay
11 kg/m ASB3/TSB3
Tiled or
Left Bare
KF210
30/30/30
600
45 (39) 46 (41) 45 (40) 38 (40) 77 (75)
KF211
60/60/60
30
450
48 (43) 49 (45) 48 (44) 37 (39) 75 (73)
KF212
60/60/60
450
45 (40) 46 (41) 45 (40) 38 (40) 76 (74)
KF213
60/60/60
60
1 layer of 13mm FireShield (applied rst)

plus 1 layer of 16mm FireShield
600
KF214
60/60/60
60
600
Acoustic
Report
Day Design
3094-26
50 (44) 51 (46) 50 (45) 37 (39) 73 (71) 3094-50
KF215
90/90/90
60
450
50 (44) 51 (46) 50 (45) 37 (39) 73 (71)
KF216
90/90/90
60
450
51 (46) 51 (47) 51 (46) 36 (38) 72 (70)
KF217 120/120/120
60

plus 2 layers of 16mm FireShield
450
52 (46) 52 (48) 52 (47) 36 (38) 72 (70)
KF218 120/120/120
60
450
52 (47) 52 (48) 52 (47) 35 (37) 72 (70)
49 (43) 49 (45) 49 (44) 37 (39) 75 (73)
KF220-KF228
FLOORING:

tiles or left bare
FRAME:
140mm min deep timber or steel joists with A-clips and furring channel or,
concrete slab with direct xing clips and furring channel
System FRL
RISF

Fire Report
FAR 2879
No
Insulation
Acoustics Impact
Ln,w (Ln,w + Ci)
50mm
65mm
Carpet and
EarthWool Polyester
Underlay
11 kg/m ASB3/TSB3
Tiled or
Left Bare
KF220
30/30/30
600
47 (42) 51 (45) 51 (44) 38 (40) 69 (69)
KF221
60/60/60
30
450
52 (46) 57 (50) 56 (49) 37 (39) 66 (66)
KF222
60/60/60
450
49 (43) 54 (48) 53 (46) 38 (40) 68 (68)
KF223
60/60/60
60

600
53 (47) 56 (51) 56 (50) 37 (39) 66 (66)
KF224
60/60/60
60
600
Acoustic
Report
Day Design
3094-26
53 (48) 56 (51) 56 (51) 37 (39) 66 (66) 3094-50
KF225
90/90/90
60
450
53 (48) 56 (51) 56 (51) 37 (39) 66 (66)
KF226
90/90/90
60
450
55 (50) 58 (53) 58 (52) 36 (38) 65 (65)
KF227 120/120/120
60

450
56 (50) 59 (54) 59 (53) 36 (38) 64 (64)
KF228 120/120/120
60
450
56 (51) 59 (54) 59 (53) 36 (38) 64 (64)
258
KF230-KF238
FLOORING:

tiles or left bare
FRAME:
140mm min deep timber or steel joists or concrete slab, with resilient mounts
and furring channel
System FRL
RISF
Fire Report
FAR 2879

50mm
65mm
No
EarthWool Polyester
Insulation
11 kg/m ASB3/TSB3
Acoustics Impact
Ln,w (Ln,w + Ci)
Carpet and
Underlay
Tiled or
Left Bare
KF230
30/30/30
600
47 (42) 51 (45) 51 (44) 27 (31) 65 (64)
KF231
60/60/60
30
450
51 (46) 56 (50) 55 (49) 26 (30) 63 (62)
KF232
60/60/60
450
48 (43) 53 (47) 52 (47) 27 (31) 65 (64)
KF233
60/60/60
60

600
KF234
60/60/60
60
600
Acoustic
Report
Day Design
3094-26
54 (48) 56 (51) 56 (51) 26 (30) 62 (61) 3094-50
KF235
90/90/90
60
450
54 (48) 56 (51) 56 (51) 26 (30) 62 (61)
KF236
90/90/90
60
450
55 (50) 59 (53) 58 (53) 26 (30) 61 (60)
KF237 120/120/120
60

450
56 (51) 59 (54) 59 (54) 26 (30) 60 (59)
KF238 120/120/120
60
450
57 (51) 59 (54) 59 (54) 26 (30) 60 (59)
3.4.1 Ceilings
53 (48) 56 (51) 56 (50) 26 (30) 62 (61)
KF240-KF248
FLOORING:
FRAME:
140mm min deep timber or steel joists or concrete slab, with suspended ceiling frame
and furring channel
System FRL
RISF
Fire Report
FAR 2879

50mm
65mm
No
EarthWool Polyester
Insulation
11 kg/m ASB3/TSB3
Acoustics Impact
Ln,w (Ln,w + Ci)
Carpet and
Underlay
Tiled or
Left Bare
KF240
30/30/30
600
48 (40) 53 (48) 53 (48) 27 (31) 65 (64)
KF241
60/60/60
30
450
52 (44) 57 (52) 57 (52) 26 (30) 63 (62)
KF242
60/60/60
450
48 (40) 53 (49) 53 (48) 27 (31) 65 (64)
KF243
60/60/60
60

600
KF244
60/60/60
60
600
Acoustic
Report
Day Design
3094-26
54 (46) 58 (54) 58 (54) 26 (30) 62 (61) 3094-50
KF245
90/90/90
60
450
54 (46) 58 (54) 58 (54) 26 (30) 62 (61)
KF246
90/90/90
60
450
55 (47) 59 (55) 59 (55) 26 (30) 61 (60)
KF247 120/120/120
60

450
56 (48) 59 (56) 59 (56) 26 (30) 60 (59)
KF248 120/120/120
60
450
56 (48) 60 (56) 60 (56) 26 (30) 60 (59)
53 (45) 57 (53) 57 (53) 26 (30) 62 (61)
259
KF250-KF258
FLOORING:

FRAME:
140mm min deep timber or steel joists or concrete slab, with
suspended ceiling frame with resilient mounts and furring channel
System FRL
RISF
Acoustics Impact
Ln,w (Ln,w + Ci)
Carpet and
Underlay
Tiled or
Left Bare
KF250
30/30/30
600
49 (41) 55 (51) 55 (48) 27 (31) 64 (63)
KF251
60/60/60
30
450
53 (45) 60 (55) 60 (55) 26 (30) 63 (62)
KF252
60/60/60
450
50 (42) 56 (52) 56 (51) 27 (31) 64 (63)
KF253
60/60/60
60

600
KF254
60/60/60
60
600
Acoustic
Report
Day Design
55 (47) 61 (57) 60 (57) 26 (30) 62 (61) 3094-26
KF255
90/90/90
60
450
55 (47) 61 (57) 60 (57) 26 (30) 62 (61)
KF256
90/90/90
60
450
57 (49) 62 (59) 62 (58) 26 (30) 61 (60)
KF257 120/120/120
60

450
58 (50) 63 (59) 63 (59) 26 (30) 60 (59)
KF258 120/120/120
60
450
58 (50) 63 (60) 63 (60) 26 (30) 60 (59)
54 (46) 60 (56) 60 (56) 26 (30) 62 (61)
3.4.1 Ceilings
Fire Report
FAR 2879

50mm
65mm
No
EarthWool Polyester
Insulation
11 kg/m ASB3/TSB3
260
KF120-KF129
FLOORING:
125mm concrete slab with either carpet, tiles or left bare

[Refer to concrete manufacturer for FRL]
FRAME:
Direct x clips and furring channel
[Carpet requires an underlay]
[Minimum cavity size is 50mm]
Acoustics Airborne
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
50mm
No Insulation
EarthWool
11 kg/m
Acoustics Impact
Ln,w (Ln,w + Ci)
65mm
Polyester
ASB3/TSB3
Carpet and
Underlay
Tiled or
Left Bare
KF120
53 (48)
54 (50)
54 (50)
33 (31)
67 (63)
KF121
55 (48)
54 (52)
54 (52)
32 (30)
64 (60)
KF124
53 (48)
54 (50)
54 (50)
32 (30)
64 (62)
KF126
53 (48)
54 (50)
54 (50)
32 (30)
64 (60)
KF127
56 (49)
55 (52)
55 (52)
31 (29)
63 (59)
KF128
54 (48)
54 (50)
54 (50)
32 (30)
64 (60)
KF129
56 (50)
56 (52)
56 (52)
31 (28)
63 (59)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-26
3.4.1 Ceilings
KF130-KF139
FLOORING:
125mm concrete slab with either carpet, tiles or left bare

[Refer to concrete manufacturer for FRL]
FRAME:
Resilient mounts and furring channel
[Carpet requires an underlay]
[Minimum cavity size is 50mm]
System
Acoustics Airborne
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
50mm
No Insulation
EarthWool
11 kg/m
Acoustics Impact
Ln,w (Ln,w + Ci)
65mm
Polyester
ASB3/TSB3
Carpet and
Underlay
Tiled or
Left Bare
KF130
54 (48)
57 (52)
57 (52)
31 (29)
64 (60)
KF131
56 (49)
62 (56)
62 (56)
30 (28)
61 (59)
KF134
54 (49)
59 (54)
59 (53)
31 (29)
61 (59)
KF136
54 (49)
59 (54)
59 (53)
31 (29)
61 (59)
KF137
57 (50)
64 (58)
64 (58)
29 (27)
60 (58)
KF138
56 (49)
61 (56)
61 (56)
30 (28)
61 (59)
KF139
59 (52)
65 (61)
65 (61)
28 (26)
59 (58)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-26
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SYSTEMS: Ceilings Under Concrete Slab
System
NON-FIRE RATED
KR10-KR19
ROOF LINING:
ROOF INSULATION:
CEILING INSULATION:
FRAME:
System
Sheet metal
60mm light duty reective foil faced EarthWool blanket
As per table
140mm min deep timber or steel, rafters or trusses
Acoustics Airborne
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
R2.5
R3.0
EarthWool
EarthWool
R2.5
Polyester
R3.0
Polyester
KR10
42 (38)
42 (38)
42 (36)
43 (37)
KR11
44 (41)
44 (41)
44 (40)
45 (41)
KR14
44 (40)
44 (40)
44 (38)
45 (39)
KR16
44 (40)
44 (40)
44 (38)
45 (39)
KR17
45 (42)
45 (42)
45 (41)
46 (42)
KR18
44 (41)
44 (41)
44 (39)
45 (40)
KR19
47 (45)
47 (45)
48 (44)
49 (45)
R2.5
Polyester
R3.0
Polyester
Acoustic
Report
Day Design
3094-25
SYSTEMS: Ceilings Under Sheet Metal Roof
3.4.1 Ceilings
KR20-KR29
ROOF LINING:
ROOF INSULATION:
CEILING INSULATION:
FRAME:
System
Sheet metal
As per table
Timber or steel, rafters or trusses with A-clips and furring channel
Acoustics Airborne
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
R2.5
R3.0
EarthWool
EarthWool
KR20
52 (43)
52 (43)
51 (41)
52 (42)
KR21
54 (46)
54 (46)
53 (44)
54 (45)
KR24
54 (45)
54 (45)
53 (43)
54 (44)
KR26
54 (45)
54 (45)
53 (43)
54 (44)
KR27
55 (48)
55 (48)
55 (46)
56 (47)
KR28
55 (46)
55 (46)
54 (44)
55 (45)
KR29
58 (51)
58 (51)
58 (49)
59 (50)
Acoustic
Report
Day Design
3094-25
KR40-KR49
ROOF LINING:
ROOF INSULATION:
CEILING INSULATION:
FRAME:
System
Sheet metal
As per table
Timber or steel, rafters or trusses with suspended ceiling frame and furring channel
Acoustics Airborne
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
R2.5
R3.0
EarthWool
EarthWool
R2.5
Polyester
R3.0
Polyester
KR40
52 (43)
52 (43)
51 (41)
52 (42)
KR41
54 (46)
54 (46)
53 (45)
54 (46)
KR44
54 (45)
54 (45)
53 (43)
54 (44)
KR46
54 (45)
54 (45)
53 (43)
54 (44)
KR47
55 (48)
55 (48)
55 (46)
56 (47)
KR48
55 (46)
55 (46)
54 (44)
55 (45)
KR49
58 (51)
58 (51)
58 (49)
59 (50)
262
Acoustic
Report
Day Design
3094-25
KR60-KR69
ROOF LINING:
ROOF SARKING:
CEILING INSULATION:
FRAME:
System
Sheet metal
Medium duty reective foil
As per table
Acoustics Airborne
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
R2.5
R3.0
EarthWool
EarthWool
R2.5
Polyester
R3.0
Polyester
KR60
40 (37)
40 (37)
40 (35)
41 (36)
KR61
42 (40)
42 (40)
42 (39)
43 (40)
KR64
42 (39)
42 (39)
42 (37)
43 (38)
KR66
42 (39)
42 (39)
42 (37)
43 (38)
KR67
43 (41)
43 (41)
43 (40)
44 (41)
KR68
42 (40)
42 (40)
42 (38)
43 (39)
KR69
45 (44)
45 (44)
46 (43)
47 (44)
R2.5
Polyester
R3.0
Polyester
Acoustic
Report
Day Design
3094-46
System
Sheet metal
As per table
Acoustics Airborne
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
R2.5
R3.0
EarthWool
EarthWool
KR70
50 (42)
50 (42)
49 (40)
50 (41)
KR71
52 (45)
52 (45)
51 (43)
52 (44)
KR74
52 (44)
52 (44)
51 (42)
52 (43)
KR76
52 (44)
52 (44)
51 (42)
52 (43)
KR77
53 (47)
53 (47)
53 (45)
54 (46)
KR78
53 (45)
53 (45)
52 (43)
53 (44)
KR79
56 (50)
56 (50)
56 (48)
57 (49)
Acoustic
Report
Day Design
3094-46
KR90-KR99
ROOF LINING:
ROOF SARKING:
CEILING INSULATION:
FRAME:
System
Sheet metal
As per table
Acoustics Airborne
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
R2.5
R3.0
EarthWool
EarthWool
R2.5
Polyester
R3.0
Polyester
KR90
50 (42)
50 (42)
49 (40)
50 (41)
KR91
52 (45)
52 (45)
51 (44)
52 (45)
KR94
52 (44)
52 (44)
51 (42)
52 (43)
KR96
52 (44)
52 (44)
51 (42)
52 (43)
KR97
53 (47)
53 (47)
53 (45)
54 (46)
KR98
53 (45)
53 (45)
52 (43)
53 (44)
KR99
56 (50)
56 (50)
56 (48)
57 (49)
Acoustic
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3094-46
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ROOF LINING:
ROOF SARKING:
CEILING INSULATION:
FRAME:
3.4.1 Ceilings
KR70-KR79
FIRE RATED
KR210-KR218
ROOF LINING:
Sheet metal
ROOF INSULATION:
CEILING INSULATION: As per table
FRAME:
System FRL
RISF

3.4.1 Ceilings
Fire Report
FAR 2879
R2.5
EarthWool
R3.0
EarthWool
R2.5
Polyester
R3.0
Polyester
KR210
30/30/30
600
43 (39)
43 (39)
43 (38)
44 (39)
KR211
60/60/60
30
450
45 (44)
45 (44)
44 (43)
45 (44)
KR212
60/60/60
450
44 (41)
44 (41)
43 (39)
44 (40)
KR213
60/60/60
60

600
46 (45)
46 (45)
47 (44)
48 (45)
KR214
60/60/60
60
600
48 (46)
48 (46)
48 (45)
49 (46)
KR215
90/90/90
60
450
48 (46)
48 (46)
48 (45)
49 (46)
KR216
90/90/90
60
450
49 (48)
49 (48)
50 (46)
51 (47)
KR217 120/120/120
60

450
50 (49)
50 (49)
51 (47)
52 (48)
KR218 120/120/120
60
450
51 (49)
51 (49)
51 (48)
52 (49)
Acoustic
Report
Day Design
3094-25
3094-50
KR220-KR228
ROOF LINING:
Sheet metal
ROOF INSULATION:
FRAME:
System FRL
RISF

Fire Report
FAR 2879
R2.5
EarthWool
R3.0
EarthWool
R2.5
Polyester
R3.0
Polyester
KR220
30/30/30
600
51 (42)
51 (42)
50 (41)
51 (42)
KR221
60/60/60
30
450
55 (48)
55 (48)
55 (46)
56 (47)
KR222
60/60/60
450
52 (43)
52 (43)
51 (42)
52 (43)
KR223
60/60/60
60

600
56 (49)
56 (49)
55 (47)
56 (48)
KR224
60/60/60
60
600
57 (50)
57 (50)
56 (48)
57 (49)
KR225
90/90/90
60
450
57 (50)
57 (50)
56 (48)
57 (49)
KR226
90/90/90
60
450
58 (52)
58 (52)
58 (50)
59 (51)
KR227 120/120/120
60

450
59 (53)
59 (53)
59 (51)
60 (52)
KR228 120/120/120
60
450
60 (54)
60 (54)
60 (52)
61 (53)
264
Acoustic
Report
Day Design
3094-25
3094-50
KR240-KR248
ROOF LINING:
Sheet metal
ROOF INSULATION:
FRAME:
RISF

Fire Report
FAR 2879
R2.5
EarthWool
R3.0
EarthWool
R2.5
Polyester
R3.0
Polyester
30/30/30
600
50 (43)
50 (43)
49 (41)
50 (42)
KR241
60/60/60
30
450
54 (47)
54 (47)
53 (46)
54 (47)
KR242
60/60/60
450
51 (43)
51 (43)
50 (42)
52 (45)
KR243
60/60/60
60

600
55 (49)
55 (49)
54 (48)
55 (49)
KR244
60/60/60
60
600
56 (50)
56 (50)
55 (48)
56 (49)
KR245
90/90/90
60
450
56 (50)
56 (50)
55 (48)
56 (49)
KR246
90/90/90
60
450
57 (52)
57 (52)
57 (50)
58 (51)
KR247 120/120/120
60

450
59 (53)
59 (53)
58 (51)
59 (52)
KR248 120/120/120
60
450
59 (54)
59 (54)
59 (52)
60 (53)
Acoustic
Report
Day Design
3094-25
3094-50
KR240
3.4.1 Ceilings
System FRL
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NON-FIRE RATED
KR110-KR119
ROOF LINING:
ROOF SARKING:
CEILING INSULATION:
FRAME:
System
Concrete or terracotta tiles

Heavy duty reective foil (optional)
As per table
Acoustics Airborne
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
R2.5
R3.0
EarthWool
EarthWool
R2.5
Polyester
R3.0
Polyester
KR110
50 (43)
50 (43)
50 (43)
50 (43)
KR111
51 (44)
51 (44)
51 (44)
51 (44)
KR114
51 (43)
51 (43)
51 (42)
51 (42)
KR116
51 (43)
51 (43)
51 (42)
51 (42)
KR117
51 (44)
51 (44)
51 (44)
51 (44)
KR118
51 (42)
51 (42)
51 (42)
51 (42)
KR119
52 (44)
52 (44)
52 (44)
52 (44)
R2.5
Polyester
R3.0
Polyester
Acoustic
Report
Day Design
3094-25
SYSTEMS: Ceilings Under Tiled Roof
3.4.1 Ceilings
KR120-KR129
ROOF LINING:
ROOF SARKING:
CEILING INSULATION:
FRAME:
System

As per table
Acoustics Airborne
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
R3.0
R2.5
EarthWool
EarthWool
KR120
51 (45)
51 (45)
50 (44)
50 (44)
KR121
52 (47)
52 (47)
52 (47)
52 (47)
KR124
52 (46)
52 (46)
51 (45)
51 (45)
KR126
52 (46)
52 (46)
51 (45)
51 (45)
KR127
52 (47)
52 (47)
52 (48)
52 (48)
KR128
52 (46)
52 (46)
52 (45)
52 (45)
KR129
53 (49)
53 (49)
53 (48)
53 (48)
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Acoustic
Report
Day Design
3094-25
FIRE RATED
KR310-KR318
ROOF LINING:
ROOF SARKING:
FRAME:
RISF

Fire Report
FAR 2879
R2.5
EarthWool
R3.0
EarthWool
R2.5
Polyester
R3.0
Polyester
KR310
30/30/30
600
48 (42)
48 (42)
48 (42)
48 (42)
KR311
60/60/60
30
450
50 (44)
50 (44)
50 (44)
50 (44)
KR312
60/60/60
450
48 (43)
48 (43)
48 (42)
48 (42)
KR313
60/60/60
60

600
50 (44)
50 (44)
50 (44)
50 (44)
KR314
60/60/60
60
600
51 (45)
51 (45)
51 (45)
51 (45)
KR315
90/90/90
60
450
51 (45)
51 (45)
51 (45)
51 (45)
KR316
90/90/90
60
450
52 (46)
52 (46)
52 (46)
52 (46)
KR317 120/120/120
60

450
52 (46)
52 (46)
52 (46)
52 (46)
KR318 120/120/120
60
450
52 (46)
52 (49)
52 (46)
52 (46)
Acoustic
Report
Day Design
3094-25
3094-50
3.4.1 Ceilings
System FRL
SYSTEMS: Ceilings Under Tiled Roof
KR320-KR328
ROOF LINING:
ROOF SARKING:
FRAME:
System FRL
RISF

Fire Report
FAR 2879
R2.5
EarthWool
R3.0
EarthWool
R2.5
Polyester
R3.0
Polyester
KR320
30/30/30
600
51 (45)
51 (45)
51 (44)
51 (44)
KR321
60/60/60
30
450
52 (47)
52 (47)
52 (47)
52 (47)
KR322
60/60/60
450
51 (46)
51 (46)
51 (45)
51 (45)
KR323
60/60/60
60

600
53 (48)
53 (48)
53 (47)
53 (47)
KR324
60/60/60
60
600
54 (49)
54 (49)
54 (48)
54 (48)
KR325
90/90/90
60
450
54 (49)
54 (49)
54 (48)
54 (48)
KR326
90/90/90
60
450
55 (49)
55 (49)
55 (49)
55 (49)
KR327 120/120/120
60

450
55 (49)
55 (49)
55 (49)
55 (49)
KR328 120/120/120
60
450
55 (49)
55 (49)
55 (49)
55 (49)
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Fire
Rated
Install control joints in plasterboard ceilings at:

12m maximum intervals
All control joints in the structure
Any change in the substrate material
At the junction of a large room and passageway.
All ceilings in this section are non-trafcable. Do not walk on plasterboard ceilings!
Limit dead loads on plasterboard ceilings to 2 kg/m for plasterboard spanning

600mm framing centres.
Limit dead loads on plasterboard ceilings to 2.5 kg/m for plasterboard spanning
450mm framing centres where the plasterboard can usually span 600mm centres.
Attach ceiling xtures to framing members only. Ensure the framing is designed
to carry any additional load.
Three coats of MastaLite

All structures supporting re rated ceilings must have

an equal or greater FRL than the ceiling they support
eg, a ceiling with FRL of 90/90/90 must be supported
by a load bearing wall or column with FRL of at least
90 minutes.
INStALLATION: General Requirements
3.4.1 Ceilings
Non-Fire
Rated
Structural beams enclosed by a re rated ceiling are

given the same structural protection rating as the ceiling
eg, a structural beam located above a ceiling rated to
FRL 90/90/90 would have FRL of 90//.
Compensate for uneven framing by attaching a furring
channel system with adjustable direct x clips.
Timber trusses may settle or move with changing
seasons. Reduce occurrence of plasterboard cracking
due to this movement by xing plasterboard to furring
channel or battens.
For acceptable modications or variations to re rated
systems. [Refer to Section 2.3 Fire Resistance]
The FRL and RISF will not be reduced if a re rated
ceiling is built on an angle eg, a raked ceiling.
Consider the corrosive effect of sea spray on steel
components, select framing and fasteners accordingly.
The FRL will not be reduced if the insulation directly
above plasterboard is omitted.
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FRAMING
Non-Fire
Rated
Fire
Rated
Cut Top Cross Rail (TCR) and furring channel to leave 20mm expansion gaps at
each wall.
Stagger joints in TCR and furring channel by 1200mm.
Install additional framing members around openings.
Maximum load permitted on a Rondo resilient mount is 15 kg.
Timber battens are not permitted in re

rated ceilings.
Steel framed ceiling systems must be designed by
an engineer according to the relevant Australian
Standard.
MAXIMUM SPAN (FRAMING CENTRES) FOR PLASTERBOARD

For General Areas
10mm MastaShield
450mm
300mm
13mm MastaShield
600mm
450mm
10mm SpanShield
600mm
450mm
10 and 13mm MastaDeco
600mm
450mm
10 and 13mm SoundShield
600mm
450mm
10mm WaterShield
600mm
450mm
13mm WaterShield
600mm
450mm
13 and 16mm FireShield
600mm
450mm
13 and 16mm MultiShield
600mm
450mm
13mm AcoustiShield
600mm
Plasterboard Type
For Areas of Intermittent

High Humidity
eg. Bathrooms and External
Ceilings
3.4.1 Ceilings
Framing members in this section are designed

using either steel or timber joists, Lipped C type
steel studs or a furring channel system.
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Ceiling trimmers
plasterboard sheets
Bottom chord
of jack truss
Bottom chord
of (truncated
girder) truss
Plasterboard
ceiling lining
Bottom chord of
standard truss
Top plate
3.4.1 Ceilings
Wall frame
FIGURE 1 Install Ceiling Trimmers to Support Plasterboard at The Change of Direction of Roof Framing.
Install Plasterboard Perpendicular To Main Roof Frame
Ceiling battens
perpendicular to
main truss
Ceiling trimmers
ceiling battens
Bottom chord
of jack truss
Bottom chord
of (truncated
girder) truss
Plasterboard
ceiling lining
Plasterboard
ceiling lining
Bottom chord of
standard truss
Top plate
Wall frame
FIGURE 2 Install Ceiling Trimmers for Ceiling Batten Systems.

Install Plasterboard Perpendicular to Ceiling Battens
270
Floor/roof joists
Furring channel
wall track
Furring channel span
Furring channel spacing
FIGURE 3 Furring Channel Span and Spacing
MAXIMUM SPAN OF FURRING CHANNEL
Single Span
(mm)
1
2
3
4
5
6
Continuous Span
(mm)
Single Span
(mm)
Continuous Span
(mm)
450mm
spacing
600mm
spacing
450mm
spacing
600mm
spacing
450mm
spacing
600mm
spacing
450mm
spacing
600mm
spacing
1 layer of 10mm
1400
1280
1740
1570
900
820
1120
1020
2 layers of 10mm
1330
1210
1650
1470
860
780
1060
970
1 layer of 13mm
1420
1300
1740
1540
990
920
1200
1040
2 layers of 13mm
1330
1210
1620
1420
920
860
1110
960
3 layers of 13mm
1170
1080
1450
1320
800
750
1010
900
1 layer of 16mm
1400
1270
1710
1480
1000
930
1160
1010
2 layers of 16mm
1220
1130
1510
1340
860
810
1040
910
3 layers of 16mm
1060
980
1310
1220
750
700
930
830
Decrease span at both ends of the furring channel to the Single Span distance.
If furring channel track is not used, the furring channel must be supported 200mm from ends.
W ultimate = 0.5 kPa, Strength Load Case: 1.2G + Wu
W serviceability = 0.325 kPa, Serviceability Load Case 1: G [Limit is L/600], Serviceability Load Case 2:G + Ws [Limit is L/200].
Strength check of unrestrained ange in compression.
Connections to be independently checked.
The framing tables in this section apply to Rondo

steel components.
Alternative components may only be used:
In accordance with the manufacturers literature, or
If their performance is equivalent or better and they
comply with the relevant standard.
More ceiling framing combinations are available than
those described in this section. [Refer to Rondo Building
Services literature or equivalent]
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3.4.1 Ceilings
Plasterboard
Floor/roof joists
Furring channel
wall track
Furring channel span and
Top cross rail spacing
Top cross rail span
Furring channel spacing
3.4.1 Ceilings
FIGURE 4 Top Cross Rail and Furring Channel Span and Spacing
SELECTED TOP CROSS RAIL (TCR) AND FURRING CHANNEL FRAMING OPTIONS NON-FIRE RATED
Plasterboard Type
TCR
Rondo No.
TCR
Span
TCR
Spacing
Furring Channel
Rondo No.
125
1200
900
308
125
1200
1200
129
127
1200
1200
129
125
1200
1200
129
125
1200
1200
129
128
1200
1200
129
128
1200
1200
129
128
1200
1200
129
SELECTED TOP CROSS RAIL (TCR) AND FURRING CHANNEL FRAMING OPTIONS FIRE RATED
1
2
3
4
5
6
Plasterboard Type
TCR
Rondo No.
TCR
Span
TCR
Spacing
Furring Channel
Rondo No.
125
1200
1200
129
127
1200
1200
129
128
1200
1200
129
1 layer of 13mm FireShield applied rst

128
1200
1200
129
128
1200
1200
129
128
1200
1200
129
1 layer of 13mm FireShield applied rst

128
1200
1200
129
128
1200
1200
129
Decrease span at both ends of the furring channel to the Single Span distance.
If furring channel track is not used, the furring channel must be supported 200mm from ends.
W serviceability = 0.325 kPa, Serviceability Load Case 1: G [Limit is L/600], Serviceability Load Case 2: G + Ws [Limit is L/200].
Strength check of unrestrained ange in compression.
Connections to be independently checked.
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PLASTERBOARD LAYOUT
Non-Fire
Rated
Sheet ceilings perpendicular to framing members.
First layer butt joints must be over a framing member.

Float face layer butt joints between framing members for:
Three layer systems
Two layer systems on 600mm centres.
Stagger face layer butt joints by 600mm minimum on adjoining sheets and between layers.
Follow the back-blocking requirements and butt joint placement for the level of nish selected.
[Refer To Section 4]
Fire
Rated
Sheet ceilings parallel to the light source to reduce

the effect of glancing light.
Minimise butt joints by using the longest sheet
possible.
For 2 layer systems at 450mm centres, face layer

butt joints may be xed to framing members.
PLASTERBOARD FIXING
Drive fasteners to just below the sheet surface, taking care not to break the paper linerboard.
Use laminating screws to x oating butt joints in the second and third layer.
Fire
Rated
Non-Fire
Rated

Apply MastaGrip Stud Adhesive after the frame is clean, dry, and free from grease, dust
and other contaminants.
Apply MastaGrip daubs 200mm minimum from fasteners and plasterboard edges.

Use the Fastener Only Method in tiled or re rated areas. Stud adhesive is not permitted.
The Fastener and Adhesive Method is

MastaGrip will:
Reduce the number of fastener heads that may show
in glancing light
All joints not made on a framing member should be
back-blocked in single layer ceiling systems. External
ceilings and garage ceilings have special requirements.
[Refer to Section 2.2]
3.4.1 Ceilings
Butt joints on underlying layers (not face layer) may

be made on the same framing member.
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1st Layer
2nd Layer
3rd Layer
6.5mm
25mm 6g S screw
25mm 6g S screw
10mm
25mm 6g S screw
40mm 6g S screw*
13mm
25mm 6g S screw
40mm 6g S screw*
60mm 6g S screw*
16mm
30mm 6g S screw
45mm 6g S screw*
65mm 6g S screw*
6.5mm
3.4.1 Ceilings
10mm
13mm
16mm
1st Layer
2nd Layer
3rd Layer

or 25mm 6g W screw
40mm x 2.8 galvanised nail or
30mm x 2.8 ring shank nail or
30mm 6g Type W screw

or 30mm 6g W screw

or 40mm 6g W screw*

or 45mm 6g W screw*

or 65mm 8g W screw*

or 45mm 6g W screw

or 50mm 6g W screw*

or 65mm 8g W screw*

FASTENER TYPE AND MINIMUM SIZE FOR THE INSTALLATION OF PLASTERBOARD TO HARDWOOD TIMBER
6.5mm
10mm
13mm
16mm
1st Layer
2nd Layer
3rd Layer

or 25mm 6g W screw

or 30mm 6g W screw

or 35mm 6g W screw*

or 40mm 6g W screw*

or 65mm 8g W screw*

or 30mm 6g W screw

or 45mm 6g W screw*

or 65mm 8g W screw*

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NON-FIRE RATED

framing members for Level 4
or 5 Finish and back-block.
Butt joints may be made on
Finish, Category A timber only.
Timber or Steel Joists

or Steel Furring Channel
Fixing

Nails must not be used on metal framing
members.
Perimeter

sheet edges
Field

and 200mm min from fastener points and
plasterboard edges.
600mm wide sheet: 2 daubs
[On 1350mm wide sheets use temporary
fasteners until adhesive sets]
Stagger butt joints

by 600mm min on
adjoining sheets.
50mm
Double Nails
10-15mm
230mm
max
200mm
min
Screws 200mm max

staggered. Nails
150mm max staggered.
Screw
For cornice, x at Screw
300mm/Nail 200mm max. For
square set, x at 150mm max.
FIGURE 6 Non-Fire Rated 1 Layer

1/3 Fastener and Adhesive Method
Framing at 600mm
max centres

Screw or Double Nail at centreline of sheet

Centreline of
on each framing member.
sheets
Recessed Edges Fix on each framing member
Butt joints
on framing
members
Screws: Fix at 200mm max centres and

stagger screws.
Nails: Fix at 150mm max centres and
stagger nails. Stagger butt joints by 600mm
min on adjoining sheets.
Floating butt
joints
Locate centrally between framing members

and back-block. Stagger butt joints by
600mm min on adjoining sheets.
Wall abutment
Cornice: Screw x at 300mm max centres

or Nail x at 200mm max centres.
Square Set: Fix at 150mm max centres.
Openings and
control joints
Sealant
Screws: Fix at 200mm max centres

Nails: Fix at 150mm max centres
Framing

Fixing
1/3 Fastener and Adhesive Method. Nails

must not be used on metal framing members.
Perimeter

edges
Field
Adhesive daubs 25mm diameter and 15mm

high, and 200mm min to 230mm max from
fastener points and
plasterboard edges.
Stagger butt joints

by 600mm min on
adjoining sheets.
Adhesive
Nail or Screw
200mm min
230mm max
10-15mm

[Refer To Construction Details]

Screws 200mm max
staggered. Nails

Butt joints
on framing
members

stagger screws.
Floating butt
joints

and back-block.
adjoining sheets.
Wall abutment

Openings and
control joints
Sealant

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3.4.1 Ceilings
Framing at 600mm
max centres
Framing


Framing
Framing at 600mm
max centres

Stagger butt joints

by 600mm min on
adjoining sheets.
Double Nail Method
Butt joints
on framing
members
300mm max
50mm
Screws 200mm max

staggered. Nails
10-15mm
200mm max

Fastener Only Method. Nails must not
Fixing
be used on metal framing members.
Perimeter
sheet edges
Screws: Fix at 300mm max centres.
Field
Nails: Fix at 200mm max centres.
Double Nails: Fix at 300mm max centres.
300mm max
Floating butt
joints
Screw Only Method
Wall abutment
3.4.1 Ceilings
Nail Only Method

FIGURE 8 Non-Fire Rated 2 Layers

Fastener Only Method + Fastener and Adhesive Method
Framing at 600mm
max centres
Butt joints on
adjoining sheets
may be made on
the same joist
on 1st layer.
For 2nd Layer, oat butt joints

between framing members for
Level 4 or 5 Finish.For Level 3 Finish
butt joints may be made on framing
member.
10-15mm
Stagger butt joints

by 600mm min on
adjoining sheets
Screws 300mm max

Nails 200mm max
Double Nails 300mm max
Laminate at
200mm max
230mm
max
Screw
Double Nails
50mm
200m
m min
Stagger butt joints
by 600mm min on
overlaying sheets
2nd layer
Screws 200mm max staggered
Nails 150mm max staggered
For cornice x, at Screw


1st layer: Fastener Only Method.
Fixing
2nd layer: Fastener and Adhesive Method.
Nails must not be used on metal framing
members.
Perimeter
sheet edges
Field 1st layer Screws: Fix at 300mm max centres.
Nails: Fix at 200mm max centres.
Double Nails: Fix at 300mm max centres.
Field 2nd layer Adhesive daubs 25mm diameter and
and 200mm min from fastener points and
plasterboard edges.
[On 1350mm wide sheets use temporary
fasteners until adhesive sets]
Screw or Double Nail at centreline of sheet
Centreline of
sheets 2nd layer on each framing member.
Butt joints
on framing
members
Floating butt
joints on
2nd layer
Wall abutment
Openings and
control joints
Sealant
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Framing
1st layer
Screws 200mm max

Nails 150mm max
Openings and
control joints
Sealant

stagger screws.
stagger nails.
adjoining sheets.
and back-block.
adjoining sheets.
Screws: Fix at 200mm max centres.

Nails: Fix at 150mm max centres. Stagger
butt joints by 600mm min between layers.
and laminate to 2nd layer at 200mm max
centres. Stagger butt joints by 600mm min
FIRE RATED
Butt joints must be made

on framing members.
Stagger butt joints

by 600mm min on
adjoining sheets
200mm max
10-15mm
100mm max
stagger screws
Fix sheet at wall junction at

200mm max for cornice and
150mm for square set
FIGURE 10 Fire Rated 2 Layers

Framing at 600mm
max centres
Butt joints with

adjoining sheets
on the 1st layer
may be made on
the same joist.
1st layer butt joints must be made

on framing members.
by 300mm min between
layers.
10-15mm
100mm max
staggered
200mm max
Laminate at
200mm max
2nd layer
200mm max
Stagger butt joints

by 600mm min on
adjoining sheets.
For framing at 450mm centres or less,

x 2nd layer butt joints to framing members
or oat centrally between framing members
and laminate to 1st layer.
Fixing
Fastener Only Method. Nails must not be

used on metal framing members.
Perimeter

edges

Field
Butt joints
on framing
members
Wall abutment

adjoining sheets.
Openings and
control joints
Fire Sealant

Jointing Face
Layer

Framing

Fixing

Perimeter

edges
Cornice: Fix at 200mm max centres

Square Set: Fix at 150mm max centres


Field
Recessed Edges Fix on each framing member.
Stagger recessed edges by 300mm

min between layers.
1st layer
Stagger butt joints

by 600mm min
between layers.

3.4.1 Ceilings
Framing at 600mm
max centres
Framing
For sheet at wall junction at

150mm max for square set.
For framing above 450mm centres,
oat 2nd layer butt joints centrally between
framing members and laminate to 1st layer.
Butt joints
on framing
members

screws. Butt joints on the 1st layer may
be made on the same joist.
Stagger butt joints by 600mm min
between layers.
Floating butt
joints on 2nd
layer

and laminate to 1st layer at 200mm max
centres.
adjoining sheets.
Wall abutment

Openings and
control joints
Fire Sealant

Jointing Face
Layer


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FIGURE 9 Fire Rated 1 Layer


Butt joints on
adjoining sheets
may be made on
the same joist
for the 1st and
2nd layers only
Framing at 600mm
max centres.
Butt joints on the 1st and 2nd

layers must be made on
framing members.
Stagger recessed
edges by 300mm
min between layers.
10-15mm
100mm max
stagger screws
200mm max
2nd layer
Laminate at
200mm max
200mm
max
Fixing

Perimeter

sheet edges

Field
Recessed Edges Fix on each frame member. Stagger recessed
3rd layer
Stagger butt joints
by 600mm min on
adjoining sheets.

150mm max for square set.
Float 3rd layer butt joints centrally
between framing members and
laminate to 2nd layer.
Butt joints
on framing
members

screws. Butt joints on 1st and 2nd layers may
be made on same joist. Stagger butt joints
by 600mm min between layers.
Floating butt
joints on 3rd
layer

and laminate to 3rd layer at 200mm max
centres. Stagger butt joints by 600mm min
Wall abutment

Openings and
control joints
Fire Sealant

Jointing Face
Layer


3.4.1 Ceilings
Stagger butt joints

by 600mm min
between layers.

edges by 300mm min between layers.
200mm max
100mm max
stagger screws
1st layer
Framing
278
NON-FIRE RATED
CEILING TO WALL JUNCTION ELEVATION
Floor or roof joist
Perimeter joist
Perimeter joist
Floor or roof joist
Joist for perimeter

sheet support or
use angle as
shown below
5-10mm clearance to
plasterboard. Sealant only
acoustic integrity
5-10mm clearance to
acoustic integrity
200mm max
Cornice cement
Non-re rated
plasterboard
Use exible sealant for

plasterboard direct
xed to oor ceilings
Non-re rated
plasterboard
Wall stud
FIGURE 12 Floor Joist Support For Ceiling to Wall

Direct xed to joist
Cornice cement
plasterboard direct
xed to oor ceilings
Wall stud
FIGURE 13 Ceiling to Wall

Direct xed to joist
5-10mm clearance to
acoustic integrity
Joist for perimeter sheet

support or use trimmer or
angle as shown below
Floor or roof joist
3.4.1 Ceilings
Floor or roof joist

Sealant only required to maintain
acoustic integrity
200mm max

plasterboard direct xed
to oor ceilings
Non-re rated
plasterboard

to oor ceilings
Wall stud
FIGURE 14 Floor Joist Support For Ceiling to Wall

Direct xed to joist
Floor or roof joist
Cornice cement
Cornice cement
Non-re rated
plasterboard
Wall stud

Direct xed to joist
Floor or roof joist
Install trimmer for

perimeter support
450mm max for 10mm MastaShield
600mm max for all other
plasterboards
Non-re rated
plasterboard
Install trimmers for

perimeter support
Cornice cement

to oor ceilings
Non-re rated
plasterboard
Wall stud
FIGURE 16 Trimmer Support For Ceiling to Wall

Direct xed to joist
Cornice cement

to oor ceilings
Wall stud
FIGURE 17 Trimmer Support For Ceiling to Wall

Direct xed to joist
279
NON-FIRE RATED
Floor or roof joist
Floor or roof joist
Perimeter joist
35x35mm angle for perimeter sheet

support. Fix angle to wall at 600mm max
centres and 100mm max from ends
35x35mm angle for perimeter sheet

support. Fix angle to wall at 600mm max
600mm max for all other plasterboards

Cornice cement
Non-re rated
plasterboard
Perimeter joist
Cornice cement

plasterboard direct
xed to oor ceilings
Wall stud
Use exible sealant for plasterboard

direct xed to oor ceilings
Masonry wall
MastaBond masonry adhesive
FIGURE 18 Angle Support For Ceiling to Wall

Direct xed to joist
FIGURE 19 Ceiling to Masonry Wall

Direct xed to joist
Floor or roof joist
3.4.1 Ceilings
Floor or roof joist
Install trimmer for

perimeter support
35x35mm angle for perimeter support.

Fix angle to wall at 600mm max centres

600mm max for all other
plasterboards

Non-re rated
plasterboard
Cornice cement
Non-re rated
plasterboard

to oor ceilings
Wall stud
Cornice cement

Masonry wall
FIGURE 20 Angle Support For Ceiling to Wall

Direct xed to joist
Floor or roof joist
FIGURE 21 Ceiling to Masonry Wall

Direct xed to joist
Perimeter joist
5-10mm clearance to
acoustic integrity
A-clip
Perimeter joist
Floor or roof joist
5-10mm clearance to
acoustic integrity
Furring channel track xed to

wall at 600mm max centres
A-clip and
furring channel
200mm max
Furring channel
Non-re rated
plasterboard
Cornice cement

A-clip and furring channel
280
Non-re rated
plasterboard
Wall stud
Cornice cement
Wall stud

NON-FIRE RATED
Floor or roof joist
5-10mm clearance to
acoustic integrity
Floor or roof joist
5-10mm clearance to
acoustic integrity
Ceiling battern track xed

to wall at 600mm max
centres and 100mm max
from ends
Direct
xing clip
Ceiling batten
Non-re rated
plasterboard
Direct xing clip

and ceiling batten
Non-re rated
plasterboard
Cornice cement
200mm max
Cornice cement
Wall stud

Direct xing clip and ceiling battern
Wall stud

Direct xing clip and ceiling battern
Floor joist
Furring channel track

xed to wall at 600mm
max centres and 100mm
max from ends
Resilient mount and
furring channel
Furring channel
Non-re rated
plasterboard
Cornice cement
200mm max
Cornice cement
Wall stud

Floor or roof joist
3.4.1 Ceilings
5-10mm clearance to
acoustic integrity
Floor joist
5-10mm clearance to
acoustic integrity
Wall stud

Perimeter joist
Perimeter joist
Floor or roof joist

max from ends
5-10mm clearance to
acoustic integrity
5-10mm clearance to
acoustic integrity
Resilient mount
Resilient mount and
furring channel
Furring channel
Cornice cement
200mm max
Cornice cement
Wall stud
Wall stud


281
FIRE RATED
Floor or roof joist
50x50mm angle for perimeter

sheet support. Fix angle to wall
100mm max from ends
Floor or roof joist
Perimeter joist
5-10mm clearance to
plasterboard. Fire
sealant required to
maintain re and
acoustic integrity

100mm max from ends
Perimeter joist
5-10mm clearance to
plasterboard. Fire
sealant required to
maintain re and
acoustic integrity
600mm max
FireShield
FireShield
Wall stud
FIGURE 30 Fire Rated Ceiling to Wall

Direct xed to joist
Floor or roof joist
3.4.1 Ceilings

100mm max from ends

Direct xed to joist
Floor or roof joist
Perimeter joist
5-10mm clearance to
plasterboard. Fire
sealant required to
maintain re and
acoustic integrity

100mm max from ends
Perimeter joist
5-10mm clearance to
plasterboard. Fire
sealant required to
maintain re and
acoustic integrity
600mm max
FireShield
Wall stud
FireShield
Wall stud

Direct xed to joist
282
Wall stud

Alternate Detail
Direct xed to joist
FIRE RATED
Floor or roof joist
5-10mm clearance to plasterboard. Fire

sealant required to maintain re and
acoustic integrity
Floor or roof joist

100mm max from ends
Install trimmer for

perimeter support
5-10mm clearance to
plasterboard. Fire sealant
required to maintain re
600mm max
FireShield
FireShield
Wall stud

Direct xed to joist
Wall stud

Direct xed to joist
Floor or roof joist
Floor or roof joist

100mm max from ends

100mm max from ends
3.4.1 Ceilings

acoustic integrity
5-10mm clearance to
600mm max
Wall stud

Direct xed to joist
FireShield
FireShield
Wall stud

Direct xed to joist
Floor or roof joist

acoustic integrity
Install additional timber
nogging when ceiling
plasterboard is installed
before wall plasterboard.
Nogging used as
backing for re sealant.
Install trimmer for

perimeter support
Install trimmer for

perimeter support
600mm max
600mm max
FireShield
FireShield
Wall stud

Direct xed to joist
Wall stud

Alternate Detail
Direct xed to joist
283
FIRE RATED
Perimeter joist
Floor or roof joist
5-10mm clearance to
Floor or roof joist

50x50mm angle or furring
channel track for perimeter
sheet support. Fix angle to
A-clip and
furring channel
A-clip
Perimeter joist
5-10mm clearance to
plasterboard. Fire
sealant required to
maintain re and
acoustic integrity
200mm max
600mm max
Furring channel
Wall stud

3.4.1 Ceilings
Floor or roof joist
Perimeter joist
5-10mm clearance to
A-clip

Wall stud

Floor or roof joist

100mm max from ends
A-clip and
furring channel
Perimeter joist
5-10mm clearance to
plasterboard. Fire
sealant required to
maintain re and
acoustic integrity
200mm max
600mm max
Furring channel
Wall stud

Alternate Detail
Floor or roof joist
Perimeter joist
5-10mm clearance to
Resilient
mount


Alternate Detail
Floor or roof joist

100mm max from ends
Perimeter joist
5-10mm clearance
to plasterboard. Fire
sealant required to
maintain re and
acoustic integrity
Resilient mount and

furring channel
200mm max
600mm max
Furring channel
Cornice cement
Wall stud

284
Wall stud
Cornice cement
Wall stud

FIRE RATED
Floor or roof joist
Perimeter joist
5-10mm clearance to
Resilient
mount

Floor or roof joist
Furring channel track for

perimeter support. Fix angle to
wall at 600mm max centres and
100mm max from ends
Perimeter joist
5-10mm clearance
sealant required to
maintain re and
acoustic integrity
Resilient mount and

furring channel
200mm max
600mm max
Furring channel
Wall stud

Alternate Detail
Wall stud

Alternate Detail
3.4.1 Ceilings
Perimeter joist
Floor or roof joist
5-10mm clearance
sealant required to
maintain re and
acoustic integrity
600mm max
5-10mm clearance
sealant required to
maintain re and
acoustic integrity
Cornice cement
Cornice cement

sheet support. Fix angle to track
100mm max from ends

sheet support. Fix angle to track
100mm max from ends
Masonry wall
FIGURE 48 Fire Rated Ceiling to Masonry Wall

Direct xed to joist

Masonry wall
Direct x clip and

furring channel

Direct xed to joist
285
FIRE RATED
Floor or roof joist
Floor or roof joist
5-10mm clearance to
50x50mm angle or furring channel

track for perimeter sheet support. Fix
angle to wall at 600mm max centres

max from ends
A-clip
A-clip and
furring channel
600mm max
Furring channel
Wall stud
Wall stud
FireShield
FireShield


3.4.1 Ceilings
Floor or roof joist

Floor or roof joist
5-10mm clearance to


max from ends
A-clip
A-clip and
furring channel
600mm max
Furring channel
Wall stud
Wall stud
FireShield
FireShield
Cornice cement

Alternate Detail

Alternate Detail
Floor joist
5-10mm clearance to
Floor joist
5-10mm clearance to

max from ends
Resilient mount
and furring
channel
600mm max
Wall stud
FireShield
FireShield
Cornice cement

286
Wall stud
Cornice cement

FIRE RATED
Floor joist
5-10mm clearance to
Floor joist

max from ends
Resilient mount
and furring
channel
600mm max
FireShield
FireShield
Install additional timber nogging when ceiling

plasterboard is installed before wall plasterboard.
Nogging used as backing for re sealant.
Wall stud
Wall stud

Alternate Detail

Alternate Detail
Floor or roof joist

Install trimmer for
perimeter support
3.4.1 Ceilings
5-10mm clearance to
Floor or roof joist
100mm max from ends
16mm FireShield
16mm FireShield
600mm max
FireShield
Cornice cement
FireShield

Masonry wall

Direct xed to joist
Cornice cement

to oor ceilings
Masonry wall

Direct xed to joist
Floor or roof joist

acoustic integrity
100mm max from ends
16mm FireShield
600mm max
FireShield
Cornice cement

to oor ceilings
Masonry wall

Alternate Detail
Direct xed to joist
287
Install additional timber nogging when ceiling

plasterboard is installed before wall plasterboard.
Nogging used as backing for re sealant.
NON-FIRE RATED
SUSPENDED CEILING TO WALL JUNCTION ELEVATION
acoustic integrity
max from ends

acoustic integrity
Top cross rail joiner
for ceiling stability
Top cross rail
200mm max
20mm
Top cross rail
Furring channel
200mm max
Wall stud
Wall stud
Cornice cement
Cornice cement
FIGURE 61 Suspended Ceiling to Wall
5-10mm clearance to
acoustic integrity
3.4.1 Ceilings
5-10mm clearance to
acoustic integrity
200mm max
Top cross rail
Top cross rail
Furring channel
Cornice cement
200mm max
Wall stud
288
Cornice cement
Wall
stud
FIRE RATED
SUSPENDED CEILING TO WALL JUNCTION ELEVATION
Fire sealant required to maintain fire

and 100mm from ends

fixed to wall at 600mm
max from ends

Fire sealant required to maintain fire
Top cross rail joiner

for ceiling stability
Top cross rail
200mm max
20mm gap
Top cross rail
Furring channel
600mm max
Wall stud

100mm from ends
5-10mm clearance to
required to maintain fire

100mm from ends
3.4.1 Ceilings
Wall stud
5-10mm clearance to
required to maintain fire
200mm max
Top cross rail
Top cross rail
Furring channel
Wall stud
Wall stud

to maintain fire and
acoustic integrity
Backing angle
50mm min legs
Top cross rail
600mm max
Screw each side of

lock-key to top cross
rail
Screws or rivets
Screw each side of

lock-key to top cross
rail
Screws or rivets
Backing angle
50mm min legs
Top cross rail
Fire sealant required to

maintain fire and acoustic
integrity
FIGURE 69 Suspended Angled Ceiling
FIGURE 70 Suspended Angled Ceiling
289
FIRE RATED
SUSPENDED CEILING BULKHEAD ELEVATION
Top cross rail
suspension clip
Suspension rod
Top cross rail
Suspension rod
Top cross rail
suspension clip
Screw top cross

rails together
Notch furring channel

sides and bottom
then fold
Screw
Top cross rail

Screw each side
of lock-key to top
cross rail
Overlap sheet
edges at corners
Must use minimum of

2 furring channel on
a drop section
Angle
Remove top of
furring channel, cut
sides then fold
Drop
Drop
3.4.1 Ceilings
Screw
Furring channel
Furring channel
FIGURE 71 Suspended Ceiling Bulkhead

Elevation
FIGURE 72 Suspended Ceiling Bulkhead

Elevation
FURRING CHANNEL BULKHEAD ELEVATION

Furring channel track xed at
100mm max from track ends
Slab / Floor
Maximum Drop:
28mm furring
channel = 1200mm
16mm furring
channel = 900mm
Furring Channel Bulkhead Framing
5-10mm clearance to
Furring channel at
600mm max centres
Maximum Bulkhead Span Table (mm)

Steel Furring Channel at 600mm Maximum Centres
Furring
1x
1x
2x
1x
2 x 16mm
channel
10mm
13mm
13mm
16mm
28mm
1120
1170
1080
1150
1040
(No.129)
16mm
880
810
890
800
(No.308)
Masonry
wall
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Strength check: 1.2G + Wu using Wu = 0.375 kPa.

Serviceability check: G + Ws using Deection Limit: L/360 or 12mm.
Maximum Rondo No.129 Furring Channel drop = 1200mm.
Maximum Rondo No.129 Furring Channel spacing = 600mm.
Maximum Rondo No.308 Furring Channel drop = 900mm.
Maximum Rondo No.308 Furring Channel spacing = 450mm.
No span given for Rondo No.308 Furring Channel with 1x10mm
plasterboard as Furring Channel is not adequate as dropper.
Span
Do not fold furring channel.
Use two separate lengths for drop
and span, and x to 50x50 angle
FIGURE 73 Furring Channel Bulkhead
290

CEILING CONTROL JOINTS ELEVATION
Floor or roof joist
Floor or roof joist
Screw laminate at
300mm max centres
to one side only
Low acoustic integrity
120mm
300mm max
Control joint bead
Control joint bead

15mm
15mm

Screw laminate at
to maintain re and
300mm max centres
acoustic integrity
to one side only
200mm
Fix edge to blocking
Floor or roof joist
200mm
Fix edge to blocking

10mm
300mm max
FIGURE 76 Non-Fire Rated and Fire Rated

Control Joint
Parallel to joist
Blocking joist or trimmers at
600mm max spacing
Floor or roof joist
Screw laminate at
300mm max centres
to one side only

to maintain re and
acoustic integrity
15mm
Floor or roof joist

to maintain re and
acoustic integrity
Screw laminate at
300mm max centres
to one side only
200mm
300mm max

Control Joint
Parallel to joist
Floor or roof joist
Laminate 2nd layer to

1st layer at 200mm
max centres
10mm

Control Joint
Perpendicular to joist
200mm

previous layer at
200mm max centres

to maintain re and
acoustic integrity
Screw laminate at
300mm max centres
to one side only
3.4.1 Ceilings
Blocking joists or trimmers at

600mm max spacing
Floor or roof joist
FIGURE 75 Non-Fire Rated Control Joint

Parallel to joist

Parallel to joist

previous layer at
200mm max centres
15mm

Control Joint
Perpendicular to joist
Floor or roof joist

to maintain re and
acoustic integrity

to maintain re and
acoustic integrity
Laminate 3rd layer to

previous layers at
200mm max centres
300mm max
Stopping angle
10mm

Control Joint
Parallel or perpendicular to joist
Stopping bead
10mm

Control Joint
Parallel or perpendicular to joist
291

CEILING CONTROL JOINTS ELEVATION
Furring channel parallel
to control joint
Furring channel joiner
Furring channel
perpendicular to
control joint
150mm max
Control joint bead

15mm
100mm max

Parallel to furring channel
Control joint bead

15mm

Perpendicular to furring channel
FireShield backing strip

same thickness as ceiling
Screw FireShield to
furring channel track at
200mm max centres
Screw laminate at
300mm max centres
to one side only
150mm max
3.4.1 Ceilings
120mm
Furring channel parallel

to control joint
Screw laminate at
300mm max centres
to one side only
120mm
Control joint bead

15mm
100mm max

20mm
Screw laminate at
300mm max centres
to one side only
15mm
100mm max
75mm


Screw FireShield to
200mm max centres
Screw laminate at
300mm max centres
to one side only
to maintain re and
acoustic integrity
FireShield
15mm
20mm

to maintain re and
acoustic integrity
Screw laminate at
300mm max centres
to one side only
75mm
previous layer at
200mm max centres
15mm
Screw FireShield to
200mm max centres
Laminate 3rd layer to previous

layer at 200mm max centres

to maintain re and
acoustic integrity
150mm max
15mm
100mm max
FireShield
15mm
100mm max


to maintain re and
acoustic integrity
Screw laminate at
300mm max centres
to one side only
20mm

292
Screw laminate at
300mm max centres
to one side only
120mm

100mm max


100mm max

150mm max
120mm

75mm

FireShield
15mm
100mm max


CEILING FINISHING DETAILS ELEVATION
Ceiling frame not shown
Fire sealant
Fire sealant
Cornice cement
FireShield
FireShield
Cornice cement
Use exible sealant

for oor ceilings
FIGURE 91 Cornice Finishing Detail

Valid for 1, 2 and 3 layer ceilings
FIGURE 92 Cornice Finishing Detail

Fire sealant
FireShield
Optional Rondo
P25/P26/P27
Stopping Angle
Square set corner
FIGURE 94 Square Set Finishing Detail

Valid for 2 and 3 layer ceilings
FIGURE 93 Ceiling Finishing Detail

3.4.1 Ceilings
FireShield
Fire sealant
Fire sealant

(Rondo P50/P60)
FireShield
Fire sealant behind shadowline
stopping bead (Rondo P50/P60)
FIGURE 95 Shadowline Finishing Detail

Non-re rated
plasterboard

Fire sealant
FireShield
Fire sealant
Square set corner

(Rondo P50/P60)

FIGURE 98 Square Set Finishing Detail

Suitable masonry fastener

Fire sealant
Edge moulding
FIGURE 99 Edge Moulding Finishing Detail

293

FIRE PENETRATIONS FOR CEILINGS ELEVATION
Steel wire mesh to
maintain distance from
combustible materials
where insulation criteria is
required. For use around
pipes when combustible
materials may come within
100mm from metal pipes
that are not insulated.
13mm max
Combustible material must not
be located within 100mm of
the pipe for a distance of 2m from
the penetration.
IBS strip 50x20mm.

For larger gap sizes
refer to Promat.
Fire sealant
Sealant
FIGURE 100 Typical Metal Pipe Penetration

Maintains FRL Valid for 1, 2 and 3 layer ceilings
Example only

Example only
Combustible material must not

be located within 100mm of
the pipe for a distance of 2m from
the penetration.
Ceiling frame
Fire sealant
Plastic
pipe
3.4.1 Ceilings
18mm max
Metal
pipe
Metal
pipe
22mm Promaseal IBS

rod. For larger gap
sizes refer to Promat
Support sprinkler pipe

independently of
ceiling lining
Metal
pipe 10mm max
Fire sealant
Refer to re collar
manufacturer for sizing
FIGURE 102 Typical Fire Collar

Example only
FIGURE 103 Typical Sprinkler Penetration

Example only
Cable
Fyre Guard spring

retrot installation
Fill with Promat

Promaseal acrylic
sealant or re sealant
25mm
Fill with Promat

Promaseal acrylic
sealant or re sealant
For systems up to FRL 60/60/60
FIGURE 104 Typical Fire Spring

FRL 60/60/60 ceilings
25mm
Fyre Guard spring

installed as ceiling
is sheeted
Flatten spring coil

between layers
FIGURE 105 Typical Fire Spring

FRL 60/60/60 ceilings
Cable
100mm min square
Two 100x100mm pieces of 16mm

FireShield adhered to ceiling with
MastaBase or MastaCove. First piece
with groove to accommodate cable

installation requirements from particular
re protection product manufacturers.
Installation instructions and product
performance must be veried by the
re protection product manufacturer.
Fire sealant
FIGURE 106 Cable Penetration

294

LIGHT FITTINGS FOR CEILINGS ELEVATION
0.55mm BMT plate
in furring channel (cut
from wall track)
450mm max
Screws or rivets
Notch furring
channel sides and
bottom then fold
Protection Box. 0.5mm

galvanised steel. Size to
suit light tting
Washer under
hanging bolt
28mm furring channel

Typically 100mm
Two direct x A-clips
(Rondo No226). One
on both sides of
furring channel
Overlap sheet
edges at corners
Protection box plate

supporting light
Light tting
Light tting trim
50mm max
FIGURE 107 Typical Recessed Light Fitting

Maintains FRL of ceiling Elevation
Extra top cross rails to

support light tting
3.4.1 Ceilings
Screw at 300mm max
Furring channel
Hanging bolts
Top cross rail suspension clip
Two Direct Fix A-Clips (Rondo No 226). One

on both sides of furring channel
Protection Box. 0.5mm galvanised

steel. Size to suit light tting
450mm max

Maintains FRL of ceiling Perspective
Timber trimmers 45x45mm
min at 200mm max spacing.
Fix trimmers to oor joists
Floor or roof joist

Flooring
Overlap sheet
edges at corners
Floor or roof joist
Light tting trim

Maintains FRL of ceiling Elevation
Light tting
For systems up to
3 layers of FireShield
Timber nogging 45mm min

thick around perimeter of
recessed light
295

LIGHT FITTINGS FOR CEILINGS ELEVATION
Extra short top cross
rail to support light
Extra short top cross

rail to support light
Furring channel
Furring channel
Top cross rail
Top cross rail
Top cross rail

suspension clip
Top cross rail

suspension clip
Surface mounted
light perpendicular
to furring channel
FIGURE 110 Surface Light Fitting

Perspective
Surface mounted
light parallel
furring channel
FIGURE 111 Surface Light Fitting

Perspective
3.4.1 Ceilings
CEILING INSPECTION HATCH AND FIRE DAMPER ELEVATION

16mm FireShield
Promaseal re sealant
Fixing holes
51mm steel stud

frame around
perimeter
Rondo FRAP 1H. Refer to Rondo for

sizing and other FRLs
30mm heat-activated
intumescent seal
Refer to ceiling inspection hatch

manufacturer for correct
installation if using another brand.
FIGURE 112 Typical FRL /60/60 Ceiling Inspection Hatch

Example only
Plenum box independently
xed from the ceiling
Plenum box (0.7 swg min)

Flexible
duct
Circular
spigot
Lorient LVH-C Series intumescent re damper.

Refer to Lorient for sizing and other FRLs
25mm screws xed

to plenum box at 150mm
max centres
16mm FireShield
Steel or timber
stud frame around
perimeter
150mm min
150mm max
Lorient LVH44 intumescent re

damper
Fire sealant
Opposed blade damper
FIGURE 113 FRL /60/60 + RISF Ceiling Fire Damper

Example only
296
Ceiling diffuser
for correct installation if using
another brand.
Ceiling Attenuation
Class Systems
3.4.2
SYSTEMS
298
INTRODUCTION
Ceiling Attenuation
Class (CAC) ceiling
systems display resistance
to sound passing up and
over a wall. The acoustic
rating given for the ceiling
system indicates the sound
reduction from one room
to the next via the two
ceilings and the aboveceiling plenum.
Rather than introduce another term to

building designers such as CAC, the
more familiar terms Rw and Rw + Ctr
are used.
When sound isolation is important,
the Rw of the CAC ceiling system
should equal the Rw rating of the
dividing wall plus 5.
[Refer to Section 3.1.1 Construction
Details for wall to ceiling nishing
details]
297
KCAC1-KCAC28
[Option 1] Suspended ceiling frame with set plasterboard ceiling
[Option 2] T-bar exposed grid frame with ceiling tiles for system KCAC1
[All systems are suitable under a concrete slab, timber roof framing or steel roof framing]
[Acoustic numbers based on minimum 300mm cavity]
[Penetrations in ceiling lining may degrade acoustic performance]
[Wall to have equal or higher acoustic rating than CAC ceiling]
SYSTEMS
3.4.2 Ceiling Attenuation Class
CEILING:
300mm
min cavity
System
Acoustics Airborne
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
50mm EarthWool
11 kg/m or
65mm Polyester
No
ASB3/TSB3 insulation
Insulation
above ceiling to
1200mm both sides
of wall
50mm EarthWool
11 kg/m or
65mm Polyester
over entire ceiling
KCAC1
1 layer of 10mm SpanGrid ceiling tiles in exposed grid
36 (30)
41 (35)
43 (37)
KCAC2
45
KCAC10
38 (32)
43 (36)
45 (38)
KCAC11
43 (37)
47 (41)
48 (42)
KCAC14
41 (34)
45 (38)
47 (40)
KCAC16
41 (34)
45 (38)
47 (40)
KCAC17
44 (38)
48 (42)
49 (43)
KCAC18
43 (36)
47 (40)
48 (41)
KCAC19
49 (42)
52 (45)
52 (45)
KCAC20
43 (36)
47 (40)
48 (41)
KCAC22
43 (36)
47 (40)
48 (41)
KCAC23
1 layer of 13mm FireShield plus 1 layer of 16mm FireShield
49 (42)
52 (45)
52 (45)
KCAC24
49 (42)
52 (45)
52 (45)
KCAC26
51 (44)
53 (46)
53 (46)
KCAC27
1 layer of 13mm FireShield plus 2 layers of 16mm FireShield
51 (44)
53 (46)
53 (46)
KCAC28
51 (44)
53 (46)
53 (46)
298
Acoustic Report
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4738-5
KCAC120-KCAC128
CEILING:
Set plasterboard ceiling divided by discontinuous wall frames
[Double stud wall frame with minimum 20mm air-gap]
[All systems are suitable under roof or oor with timber or steel framing]
System
Acoustics Airborne
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
50mm EarthWool
50mm EarthWool
11 kg/m or
11 kg/m or
No
65mm Polyester
65mm Polyester
Insulation
above ceiling to 1200mm
over entire ceiling
both sides of wall
KCAC120 1 layer of 13mm FireShield
49 (43)
54 (46)
56 (48)
KCAC121 2 layers of 13mm FireShield
52 (45)
58 (48)
59 (50)
KCAC122 1 layer of 16mm FireShield
42 (43)
55 (46)
56 (48)
KCAC123 1 layer of 13mm FireShield plus 1 layer of 16mm FireShield
52 (45)
58 (48)
59 (50)
52 (45)
58 (48)
59 (50)
51 (46)
59 (49)
60 (50)
KCAC127 1 layer of 13mm FireShield plus 2 layers of 16mm FireShield
56 (47)
59 (50)
60 (50)
56 (48)
59 (51)
60 (50)

299
SYSTEMS
FireShield
Acoustic Report
Day Design
4738-5
299
KCAC3-KCAC48
ABOVE CEILING: [Option 1] 10mm minimum plasterboard on one side of stud only, continued up to concrete slab or roof lining
[Option 2] 10mm minimum plasterboard xed to concrete slab or roof lining with track or angle. Insulation placed above
ceiling lining and held in place using track or angle.
CEILING:
Sealant
10mm min
plasterboard
300mm
min cavity
Track or angle to hold

insulation in place
300mm
min cavity
SYSTEMS
10mm min
plasterboard on
one side of wall
only
Sealant
System
KCAC3
41 (35)
46 (40)
48 (42)
KCAC30
45 (37)
50 (42)
52 (44)
KCAC31
51 (41)
54 (44)
56 (46)
KCAC34
47 (37)
52 (42)
54 (44)
KCAC36
48 (38)
52 (42)
54 (44)
KCAC37
52 (42)
55 (45)
57 (47)
KCAC38
49 (39)
53 (43)
55 (45)
KCAC39
53 (43)
56 (46)
57 (47)
KCAC40
49 (39)
53 (43)
55 (45)
KCAC42
50 (40)
54 (44)
56 (46)
KCAC43
53 (43)
56 (46)
57 (47)
KCAC44
53 (43)
56 (46)
57 (47)
KCAC46
55 (45)
57 (47)
58 (48)
KCAC47
55 (45)
57 (47)
58 (48)
KCAC48
55 (45)
57 (47)
58 (48)
300
Acoustics Airborne
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
50mm EarthWool
50mm EarthWool
11 kg/m or
11 kg/m or
No
65mm Polyester
65mm Polyester
Insulation
above ceiling to 1200mm
over entire ceiling
both sides of wall
Acoustic Report
Day Design
4738-5
KCAC5-KCAC68
ABOVE CEILING: EarthWool or Polyester (minimum density 14 kg/m) insulation bafe in 400mm wide strips to extend from ceiling to
concrete slab or roof lining with no gaps or holes.
300mm
min cavity
SYSTEMS
400mm min
CEILING:
System
Acoustics Airborne
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
EarthWool or Polyester insulation (minimum density
14 kg/m) above ceiling lining in 400mm minimum
wide strips continued up to concrete slab or roof lining
KCAC5
43 (36)
KCAC50
45 (38)
KCAC51
52 (42)
KCAC54
50 (40)
KCAC56
50 (40)
KCAC57
53 (43)
KCAC58
51 (41)
KCAC59
53 (43)
KCAC60
51 (41)
KCAC62
51 (41)
KCAC63
53 (43)
KCAC64
53 (43)
KCAC66
54 (44)
KCAC67
54 (44)
KCAC68
54 (44)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
4738-5
301
KCAC7-KCAC88
ABOVE CEILING: Loaded vinyl acoustic curtain (4 kg/m) above wall to extend from ceiling to concrete slab or roof with no gaps or holes.
50mm EarthWool (minimum density 11 kg/m) or 65mm Polyester ISB3 insulation placed above ceiling lining
CEILING:
Loaded vinyl
acoustic curtain
4 kg/m2
300mm
min cavity
300mm min
SYSTEMS
600mm min
System
Acoustics Airborne
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
Loaded vinyl acoustic curtain 4 kg/m with
50mm EarthWool 11 kg/m or
65mm Polyester ASB3/TSB3 insulation above ceiling
lining in a 600mm min wide strip
KCAC7
44 (38)
KCAC70
47 (40)
KCAC71
52 (42)
KCAC74
50 (40)
KCAC76
50 (40)
KCAC77
53 (43)
KCAC78
51 (41)
KCAC79
54 (44)
KCAC80
51 (41)
KCAC82
52 (42)
KCAC83
54 (44)
KCAC84
54 (44)
KCAC86
55 (45)
KCAC87
55 (45)
KCAC88
55 (45)
302
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-40
KCAC130
CEILING:
10mm minimum plasterboard

[Wall to ceiling junction must be square set or nished with cornice to achieve acoustic rating]
[Non-acoustic penetrations in ceiling lining may degrade acoustic performance]

Fix 10-15mm from
sheet bottom
5-10mm clearance
to plasterboard
System
SYSTEMS

Acoustics Airborne
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
KCAC130 1 layer of 10mm MastaShield or SpanShield
No Insulation
Minimum R1.5 EarthWool over

the ceiling in adjacent cavities
60 (50)
64 (54)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
4738-16
302+1
KCAC140
CEILING:
10mm minimum plasterboard
[Masonry minimum 90mm brick or 140mm unlled concrete block]

[Wall to ceiling junction must be square set or nished with cornice to achieve acoustic rating]
[Non-acoustic penetrations in ceiling lining may degrade acoustic performance]
Fill with re resistant mineral wool to

maintain FRL of wall system to
Masonry min 90mm

Brick or 140mm
Unlled Block
SYSTEMS
Roof sarking
Knauf Masonry wall system
System
KCAC140 1 layer of 10mm MastaShield or SpanShield
302+2
Acoustics Airborne
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
Minimum R1.5 EarthWool over

the ceiling in adjacent cavities
58 (48)
60 (50)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
4738-16
3.5.1
Steel Stud Ceilings
SYSTEMS
304
INSTALLATION
306
Framing
306
CONSTRUCTION
DETAILS
307
INTRODUCTION
The ceilings in this section
are constructed using steel
studs as the ceiling joists.
Common applications for these
This section contains systems for re
ceilings include corridors, above
rated ceilings, including re rated
stairwells, and under concrete oors,
from above only, and re rated
where unsupported spans
from above and below. If access
are required.
is from below only, and the ceiling

is required to be re rated from
above, an alternative system for use
is a Horizontal Shaft Wall. [Refer to
Section 3.5.2]
For acoustic ceiling systems using steel
stud framing to control soil and waste
pipe noise. [Refer to Section 3.6.1]
303
KSC2
CEILING LINING: [Above side] 2 layers of 16mm FireShield
[Below side] 2 layers of 16mm FireShield
FRAME:
Steel studs as ceiling joists at either 300mm or 450mm spacing
[Span based on Serviceability UDL 0.35 kPa and maximum deection span/360 or 10mm]
[Ceiling joists are lipped C studs]
[Ceiling is non-trafcable]
FRL
120/120/120
rated from above
Stud Size
(mm)
Span
UDL 0.35 kPa (mm)
STUDS + 1 ROW OF NOGGINGS
Stud Depth
Stud BMT
SYSTEMS
Fire Report
FAR 2888
92
150
BOXED STUDS
300mm
Joist Spacing
450mm
Joist Spacing
300mm
Joist Spacing
450mm
Joist Spacing
0.75
3850
3550
4150
3830
1.15
4000
3710
0.75
4630
4310
5210
4800
1.15
4950
4580
90/90/90
rated from below
+60min RISF
Ceiling Thickness Acoustics

Rw (Rw + Ctr)
(mm)
No
Insulation
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
156
49 (42)
55 (49)
214
51 (44)
55 (51)
Acoustic
Report
Day Design
3094-23
KSC3
[Below side] 3 layers of 16mm FireShield
FRAME:
FRL
120/120/120
rated from above
and below
+60min RISF
Fire Report
97/1140
Stud Size
(mm)
Span
UDL 0.35 kPa (mm)
Stud Depth
Stud BMT

Rw (Rw + Ctr)
(mm)
BOXED STUDS
300mm
Joist Spacing
450mm
Joist Spacing
300mm
Joist Spacing
450mm
Joist Spacing
92
0.75
1.15
3720
3870
3310
3570
4020
3700
150
0.75
1.15
4490
4810
4180
4440
5060
4660
No
Insulation
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
172
52 (45)
57 (52)
230
54 (47)
57 (53)
Acoustic
Report
Day Design
309423
KSC5
[Below side] 1 layer of 10mm MastaShield
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
FRL
90/90/90
Span
UDL 0.35 kPa (mm)
Stud Depth
Stud BMT
rated from
above only
Fire Report
FAR 2888
304

Rw (Rw + Ctr)
(mm)
BOXED STUDS
300mm
Joist Spacing
450mm
Joist Spacing
300mm
Joist Spacing
450mm
Joist Spacing
No
Insulation
50mm
EarthWool
11 kg/m
92
0.75
1.15
3900
4110
3580
3760
4310
3920
134
43 (33)
50 (41)
150
0.75
1.15
4900
5270
4510
4850
5570
5110
192
45 (34)
51 (44)
Acoustic
Report
Day Design
3094-23
KSC6
[Below side] Lining optional
FRAME:

Stud Depth
rated from
above only
Fire Report
FAR 2888

Rw (Rw + Ctr)
(mm)
92
150
Stud BMT
BOXED STUDS
300mm
Joist Spacing
450mm
Joist Spacing
300mm
Joist Spacing
450mm
Joist Spacing
0.75
3600
3170
4140
3770
1.15
3890
3490
0.75
4680
4260
5460
5000
1.15
5130
4680
No
Insulation
124
35 (32)
182
35 (32)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-23
FRL
60/60/60
Span
UDL 0.35 kPa (mm)
KSC7
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
FRL
90/90/90
Span
UDL 0.35 kPa (mm)
Stud Depth
Stud BMT
rated from
above only
Fire Report
FAR 2888

Rw (Rw + Ctr)
(mm)
BOXED STUDS
300mm
Joist Spacing
450mm
Joist Spacing
300mm
Joist Spacing
450mm
Joist Spacing
No
Insulation
92
0.75
1.15
3550
3860
3120
3460
4110
3750
131
37 (35)
150
0.75
1.15
4650
5090
4230
4650
5430
4960
189
37 (35)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
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KSC8
FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
FRL
120/120/120
Span
UDL 0.35 kPa (mm)
Stud Depth
Stud BMT
rated from
above only
Fire Report
FAR 2888

Rw (Rw + Ctr)
(mm)
BOXED STUDS
300mm
Joist Spacing
450mm
Joist Spacing
300mm
Joist Spacing
450mm
Joist Spacing
No
Insulation
92
0.75
1.15
3340
3680
2930
3250
3930
3580
140
38 (36)
150
0.75
1.15
4440
4880
4030
4440
5200
4750
198
38 (36)
Acoustic Report
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305
SYSTEMS
Stud Size
(mm)
FRAMING
MAXIMUM CEILING SPAN TABLE SINGLE SPAN ONLY LINED WITH PLASTERBOARD ON UNDERSIDE
Joist Depth
Joist BMT
1 x 10mm
(mm)
(mm)
Steel Studs at 600mm maximum centres
51
64
76
92
150
0.5
0.75
0.5
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.75
1.15
1835
2060
2145
2460
2775
2535
2820
3185
2935
3255
3680
4750
5380
2 x 10mm
1 x 13mm
2 x 13mm
3 x 13mm
1 x 16mm
2 x 16mm
3 x 16mm
1720
1935
2010
2305
2605
2375
2645
2990
2745
3055
3460
4460
5060
1800
2020
2100
2530
2785
2580
3005
3125
2870
3290
3615
4660
5285
1665
1880
1945
2335
2575
2365
2770
2900
2660
3030
3355
4325
4915
1565
1765
1830
2190
2415
2200
2590
2730
2500
2835
3160
4075
4630
1740
1960
2095
2470
2705
2500
2945
3025
2780
3195
3495
4510
5120
1580
1780
1860
2235
2450
2235
2650
2760
2525
2875
3190
4115
4675
1465
1655
1730
2065
2265
2045
2445
2565
2350
2645
2970
3635
4355

51
64
76
92
150
2010
2260
2350
2695
3035
2780
3090
3480
3210
3565
4020
5190
5860
1885
2125
2205
2530
2850
2605
2900
3275
3015
3350
3780
4880
5525
1975
2220
2305
2760
3045
2845
3265
3415
3165
3605
3975
5095
5760
1830
2060
2140
2550
2820
2615
3015
3175
2920
3330
3680
4740
5370
1720
1940
2010
2395
2650
2440
2825
2990
2745
3120
3460
4465
5065
1910
2150
2305
2690
2960
2760
3200
3310
3050
3505
3845
4935
5585
1735
1950
2080
2440
2690
2480
2895
3020
2775
3170
3495
4505
5115
1615
1820
1910
2260
2490
2280
2675
2815
2580
2930
3255
4195
4770
1960
2205
2290
2625
2960
2705
3010
3395
3130
3475
3920
5065
5720
2050
2300
2395
2855
3150
2955
3375
3540
3300
3740
4125
5285
5960
1900
2140
2220
2645
2925
2720
3120
3295
3035
3460
3825
4915
5560
1785
2015
2090
2480
2750
2540
2925
3105
2855
3245
3590
4630
5250
1985
2230
2395
2785
3065
2870
3310
3430
3185
3635
3995
5120
5785
1805
2030
2160
2530
2790
2585
2995
3135
2880
3295
3630
4675
5300
1675
1890
1980
2345
2590
2380
2770
2930
2680
3045
3375
4355
4945
2150
2415
2515
2875
3230
2965
3295
3705
3425
3800
4275
5525
6220
2250
2520
2625
3105
3430
3230
3655
3860
3635
4075
4500
5760
6475
2085
2340
2435
2880
3190
2980
3390
3600
3355
3780
4185
5370
6055
1960
2210
2295
2705
3005
2795
3185
3395
3140
3550
3940
5065
5725
2175
2440
2620
3030
3340
3145
3585
3745
3520
3970
4370
5585
6285
1980
2230
2375
2755
3045
2845
3255
3430
3175
3605
3985
5115
5775
1840
2075
2200
2560
2835
2625
3020
3195
2940
3345
3705
4770
5400

51
64
76
92
0.5
0.75
0.5
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.75
1.15
150
0.5
0.75
0.5
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.75
1.15
2090
2350
2445
2800
3145
2885
3205
3605
3335
3700
4165
5380
6065

51
64
76
92
150
0.5
0.75
0.5
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.55
0.75
1.15
0.75
1.15
2290
2570
2675
3060
3430
3160
3505
3930
3650
4040
4535
5865
6580
MINIMUM NUMBER OF NOGGINGS REQUIRED IN STEEL STUD CEILINGS

Stud Lined With Plasterboard on One Side Only
Ceiling Span (m)
1
2
3
4
5
6
02
24
46
67

W serviceability = 0.25 kPa, Serviceability Load Case 1: G [Limit is /600], Serviceability Load Case 2: G + Ws [Limit is L/360] or 12mm.
Support walls and connections to be independently checked.
The live load in accordance with AS1170:2002 Clause 3.5.2 has not been applied to the ceiling joists. Accordingly, personnel are not permitted to trafc the
ceiling joists.
Maximum span tables assume noggings are equally spaced along studs.
For Continuous Spans refer to Rondo Building Services latest literature.
306

STEEL STUD CEILING FRAME DETAIL ELEVATION
Ceiling joist friction tted for single spans up
to 2000mm and continuous spans up to
2800mm. Refer to frame manufacturers
literature for more information
Masonry
wall
Stud used as
ceiling joist
Ceiling joist xed to track for single

spans up to 3000mm and
continuous spans up to 4000mm.
Use 2x16mm-8g tek screws.
Masonry
wall
Stud used as
ceiling joist
Track xed to wall at 600mm

max centres and 100mm max
from track ends
Track xed to wall at 600mm

from track ends
Ceiling joist xed to wall stud when

larger spans are required. Use
3x16mm-10g tek screws or equivalent
Wall
stud
FIGURE 2 Ceiling Joist To Masonry Detail
Ceiling joist xed to bracket when

larger spans are required. Use
2x16mm-10g tek screws
Masonry
wall
FIGURE 1 Ceiling Joist to Masonry Detail
60mm min
Stud used as
ceiling joist
Stud used as
ceiling joist
Ceiling joist bracket xed to wall according

to manufacturers specication
FIGURE 3 Ceiling Joist to Steel Stud Detail

30x0.8mm hoop
iron strap wrapped
under ceilings joists
FIGURE 4 Ceiling Joist to Masonry Detail
Use 2x16mm-10g
tek screws
Stud used as
ceiling joist
30mm max
0.5, 0.55 and 0.75mm BMT studs

only will box
Use 2x16mm-10g
tek screws
Stud used as
ceiling joist
Overlap studs 300mm min
FIGURE 5 Ceiling Continuous Joist to Hoop

Iron Strap
30x0.8mm hoop
iron strap wrapped
under ceilings joists
FIGURE 6 Ceiling Continuous Joist to

Angle Bracket
35x35mm 0.7mm BMT

steel angle
Use 2x16mm-10g
tek screws
Stud used as
ceiling joist
FIGURE 7 Ceiling Continuous Joist to

Hoop Iron Strap
307

STEEL STUD CEILING TO WALL DETAIL ELEVATION
Stud used as ceiling joist
5-10mm clearance to
plasterboard. Sealant required
Cornice cement

Masonry
wall
Cornice cement
Fix ceiling joist bracket to

wall according to
manufacturers speccation
5-10mm clearance to
Direct x clip and furring channel
FIGURE 10 Non-Trafcable Ceiling to

Masonry Wall

Masonry Wall
Masonry
wall
Stud used as
ceiling joist
Fix ceiling joist bracket

to wall according to
manufacturers speccation
Masonry
wall

sheet support. Fix angle to joists
and wall at 600mm max centres
Stud used as
ceiling joist


Direct x clip and

furring channel
Direct x clip and

furring channel

Masonry Wall
308
Masonry
wall
Cornice cement
Fix joist track to wall at

100mm max from ends
Wall
stud

Plasterboard Wall
Non-re rated
Plasterboard
Wall
stud

Plasterboard Wall

100mm max from ends
5-10mm clearance to

Masonry Wall

STEEL STUD CEILING TO WALL DETAIL ELEVATION
Fix track to wall at 600mm
max from track ends
Stud used as
ceiling joist
Masonry
wall
FireShield
Fix ceiling joist bracket to

wall according to
manufacturers specication
Masonry
wall
50x50mm angle for

perimeter sheet support.
Fix to joist and wall at
600mm max centres


Masonry Wall

Masonry Wall
Non-trafcable
ceiling joist
Non-trafcable
ceiling joist
50x50mm angle for

Fix to every joist and wall stud.
50x50mm angle for


Load-bearing
Wall Stud
Load-bearing
Wall Stud

FireShield

Plasterboard Wall
FireShield

Plasterboard Wall
Overlap sheet edges

at corners as shown
Non-trafcable
ceiling joist
50x50mm angle for


Load-bearing
Wall Stud
FireShield

Plasterboard Wall
309
FIRE RATED
STEEL STUD CEILING BUILT FROM UNDERSIDE ONLY ELEVATION VIEW
3 layers max
2 layers max

3 layers max
Further layer/s here are optional
FIGURE 19 Fire Rated Ceiling Conguration

Fire rated from above and below
(Built from underside only)
FIGURE 20 Fire Rated Ceiling Conguration

Fire rated from above
Set the face layer of both sets

of FireShield layers with paper
tape and with either two coats of
MastaBase/MastaLongest or three
coats of MastaLite.
Top Layers: Butt joints must be
made over framing members.
Masonry xings may be

used for lateral stability.
450mm max

Fix lower stud to upper stud

100mm max from ends.
5 - 10mm clearance to plasterboard.

and acoustic integrity.
Alternate xing method. Use

35x35mm steel angle xed to both
studs at 200mm max centres and
100mm max from ends.
[Refer to Section 3.4.1 Ceilings

for installation]
FIGURE 21 Fire Rated Ceiling to Masonry

Fire rated from above and below
310

STEEL STUD BULKHEAD DETAIL ELEVATION
Track xed at 600mm
max centres and
100mm max from ends
Concrete slab or ooring
5-10mm clearance to
Maximum
stud drop
1200mm
Masonry
wall
Span
FIGURE 22 Steel Stud Bulkhead
MAXIMUM BULKHEAD SPAN TABLE STEEL STUDS AT 600MM MAXIMUM CENTRES

No Use of Washers
Stud Depth
Stud BMT
1 x 10mm
(mm)
(mm)
0.5
1835
51
0.75
2060
0.5
2085
64
0.75
2460
1.15
2775
0.55
2130
76
0.75
2820
1.15
3185
0.55
1700
92
0.75
3255
1.15
3680
0.75
1985
150
1.15
5155
75 x 3mm Washer Used
1 x 13mm
1 x 16mm
2 x 13mm
2 x 16mm
1 x 10mm
1 x 13mm
1 x 16mm
2 x 13mm
2 x 16mm
1800
2020
1890
2530
2785
1935
3005
3125
1520
3210
3615
1795
4825
1740
1960
1545
2470
2705
1585
2945
3025
1205
2760
3495
1460
4245
1665
1880
1220
2335
2575
1255
2770
2900
910
2335
3355
1140
3700
1195
1780
755
2235
2450
790
2295
2760
485
1730
3190
685
2915
2535
2820
3185
2935
3255
3680
4330
5380
2580
3005
3125
2870
3290
3615
4040
5285
2500
2945
3025
2750
3195
3495
3520
5120
2365
2770
2900
2520
3030
3355
3035
4915
2200
2650
2760
2200
2875
3190
2335
4675
MINIMUM NUMBER OF NOGGINGS REQUIRED IN STEEL STUD BULKHEADS

Bulkhead Lined With Plasterboard on Underside Only
Span (m)
1
2
3
4
5
02
24
46

W serviceability = 0.25 kPa, Serviceability Load Case: G + Ws [Limit is L/360] or 12mm.
1200mm max stud drop.
600mm max stud spacing.
Bulkhead is non-trafcable.
311
Set external
corner bead
Steel studs. Check system

for max framing centres
3.5.2
Horizontal Shaft Wall
SYSTEMS
313
INSTALLATION
315
Framing
Plasterboard Layout
Plasterboard Fixing
315
315
316
316
CONSTRUCTION
DETAILS
317
INTRODUCTION
Horizontal Shaft Wall is
constructed in a similar way
to a standard Shaft Wall and
uses the same components.
It is constructed using steel
CH-studs as the ceiling joists.
312
Horizontal Shaft Wall systems are

ideal for constructing a ceiling when
access is only possible from below and
a re rating is required from above.
KSHWC1
FRAME:
1 layer of 25mm ShaftLiner encased in CH-studs at

either 300mm or 600mm spacing
CEILING LINING: 1 layer of 16mm FireShield
[Ceiling joists are CH-studs screw xed to perimeter track]
Fire Report
FAR 2891

Rw (Rw + Ctr)
(mm)
50mm
No
EarthWool
Insulation
11 kg/m
CH-stud
Depth
CH-stud
BMT
300mm
CH-stud
Spacing
600mm
CH-stud
Spacing
64
0.55
0.9
2330
2730
1850
2170
80
39 (32)
102
0.55
0.9
3400
3880
1960
3160
118
42 (33)
65mm
Polyester
TSB3/ASB3
75mm
Polyester
14 kg/m
46 (39)
46 (38)
48 (41)
48 (41)
48 (41)

Rw (Rw + Ctr)
(mm)
50mm
No
EarthWool
Insulation
11 kg/m
65mm
Polyester
TSB3/ASB3
75mm
Polyester
14 kg/m
Acoustic
Report
Day Design
3094-17
KSHWC2
FRAME:

CEILING LINING: 2 layers of 16mm FireShield
FRL
60/60/60
CH-Stud Size
(mm)
rated from above

and below
+60min RISF
Fire Report
FAR 2817
FAR 2036
Span
UDL 0.35 kPa (mm)
CH-stud
Depth
CH-stud
BMT
300mm
CH-stud
Spacing
600mm
CH-stud
Spacing
64
0.55
0.9
2740
3000
1650
2570
96
44 (36)
50 (42)
50 (42)
102
0.55
0.9
3290
3920
1650
3090
134
46 (37)
52 (46)
52 (46)
52 (46)

Rw (Rw + Ctr)
(mm)
50mm
No
EarthWool
Insulation
11 kg/m
65mm
Polyester
TSB3/ASB3
75mm
Polyester
14 kg/m
Acoustic
Report
Day Design
3094-17
KSHWC3
FRAME:

FRL
90/90/90
rated from above
and below
+60min RISF
Fire Report
FAR 2817
FAR 2036
CH-Stud Size
(mm)
Span
UDL 0.35 kPa (mm)
CH-stud
Depth
CH-stud
BMT
300mm
CH-stud
Spacing
600mm
CH-stud
Spacing
64
0.55
0.9
2600
2850
1420
2440
112
46 (37)
53 (45)
53 (45)
102
0.55
0.9
2840
3790
1420
2660
150
49 (40)
55 (49)
55 (49)
55 (49)
Acoustic
Report
Day Design
3094-17
313
rated from
above only
Span
UDL 0.35 kPa (mm)
SYSTEMS
FRL
60/60/60
CH-Stud Size
(mm)
KSHWC4
FRAME:
100mm wide strip of 10mm min plasterboard above exposed

ange of CH-studs with 1 layer of 25mm ShaftLiner encased
in CH-studs at either 300mm or 600mm spacing
FRL
120/120/120
rated from above
and below
+60min RISF
Span
UDL 0.35 kPa (mm)

Rw (Rw + Ctr)
(mm)
50mm
No
EarthWool
Insulation
11 kg/m
CH-stud
Depth
CH-stud
BMT
300mm
CH-stud
Spacing
600mm
CH-stud
Spacing
64
0.55
0.9
2600
2850
1420
2440
122
46 (37)
102
0.55
0.9
2840
3790
1420
2660
160
49 (40)
65mm
Polyester
TSB3/ASB3
75mm
Polyester
14 kg/m
53 (45)
53 (45)
55 (49)
55 (49)
55 (49)
Acoustic
Report
Day Design
3094-17
SYSTEMS
Fire Report
FAR 2817
FAR 2036
CH-Stud Size
(mm)
314
Install control joints in Horizontal Shaft Wall at:

Any change in the substrate material.
Limit dead loads on plasterboard ceilings to 2 kg/m.
Attach ceiling xtures to framing members only. Ensure the framing is designed to carry any
additional load.
Use approved re rated penetration details suitable for the Shaft Wall system.
FRAMING
Fix the perimeter track at 600mm maximum centres and 100mm maximum from each end.
Space CH-studs according to the joist spacing specied in the system table.
Screw CH-studs to the perimeter track.
For Shaft Wall framing components and construction sequence. [Refer to Section 3.3.1]
Install additional framing members around openings.
Fire
Rated
Check the availability of Rondo CH-stud

size 102mm.
Fire
Rated
315
PLASTERBOARD LAYOUT
Fire
Rated
FireShield Layout
Install FireShield perpendicular to the framing members.
First layer butt joints must be backed by a CH-stud joist.
ShaftLiner Layout
If the ceiling exceeds the length of ShaftLiner, the butt joints must be positioned towards the
edge of the ceiling, away from the centre. [Refer to Section 3.3.1]
Stagger ShaftLiner butt joints for adjacent panels and reinforce with horizontal CH-stud cut
to t between the horizontal CH-studs. [Refer to Section 3.3.1]
Butt joints on underlying layers (not face

layer) of FireShield may be made on the
same framing member.
PLASTERBOARD FIXING
Fire
Rated
For installation of FireShield to CH-stud joists. [Refer to Section 3.4.1]
1st Layer
2nd Layer
3rd Layer
16mm FireShield
30mm 6g S screw
45mm 6g S screw*
65mm 6g S screw*
25mm ShaftLiner
45mm 6g S screw+
+ Use for securing ShaftLiner to J-track when the J-track is being used as an end stud.
316
FIRE RATED
HORIZONTAL SHAFT WALL JUNCTIONS ELEVATION
Ceiling CH-stud and E-stud xed to track.
Use 2x16mm-8g tek screws
J-track
CH-stud used as
the ceiling joist
CH-stud used as nogging

between ShaftLiner sheets
Masonry
wall
ShaftLiner
FireShield
Fix ShaftLiner to J-track at

200mm max centres
Fix J-Track to wall at

100mm max from ends
5 - 10mm clearance to
acoustic integrity
FIGURE 1 Horizontal Shaft Wall Non-Trafcable Ceiling to Masonry Wall
CH-stud used as
the ceiling joist
J-track
E-Stud
Masonry
wall
ShaftLiner
FireShield
Use masonry xings at 600mm max

Fix E-stud to wall at

100mm max from ends
5 - 10mm clearance to
acoustic integrity
Fix ShaftLiner to J-track at

200mm max centres
FIGURE 2 Horizontal Shaft Wall Non-Trafcable Ceiling to Masonry Wall
Use MastaBlock or cornice cement to

adhere an additional 100mm strip of any
10mm min plasterboard over exposed
ange in CH-joist, E-stud and J-track
Track notched and

riveted to CH-stud
FireShield
Laminating screws
FIGURE 3 Alternate Butt Joint in FireShield
FIGURE 4 Shaft Wall Ceiling Detail

System KSHWC4 only
317
Soil and Waste Pipe

Acoustic Systems
3.6.1
SYSTEMS
319
INTRODUCTION
The soil and waste pipe systems
This section includes only the system
Soil and waste pipe systems

provide sound insulation ratings
for hydraulic services in a ceiling
cavity, bulkhead or a duct. These
systems have been designed to
comply with Building Code of
Australia (BCA) requirements
for each state.
cover a range of situations including
tables for soil and waste pipe
bathroom ceilings, bedroom or
acoustic systems. For installation
habitable room ceilings, as well
requirements, refer to the relevant
as ducts. Certain systems may
wall or ceiling section.
require the pipes to be wrapped but

alternative systems exist that include
covering the pipes in plasterboard
or the use of a false ceiling when
wrapping is not practical.
318
KAS2-KAS15
[Soil and waste pipe systems can be a ceiling, wall, bulkhead or duct]
[Number of downlights per 5 m area]
[Downlights should be evenly distributed and no closer than 900mm apart]
Plasterboard Lining
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
With either
65mm Polyester ASB3/TSB3
27 (26)
35 (30)
No insulation
28 (25)
KAS2
2 layers of 10mm MastaShield
32 (27)
KAS3
29 (25)
32 (28)
KAS5
1 layer of 10mm SpanShield
28 (24)
31 (27)
KAS6
2 layers of 10mm SpanShield
32 (28)
KAS8
33 (30)
KAS9
30 (27)
KAS12
2 layers of 10mm WaterShield
32 (28)
KAS13
1 layer of 13mm WaterShield
29 (26)
KAS15
30 (26)
with 2 downlights
with 4 downlights
26 (25)
26 (25)
with 3 downlights
27 (25)
with 2 downlights
27 (27)
35 (31)
with 3 downlights
25 (25)
with 4 downlights
28 (28)
36 (33)
with 4 downlights
26 (25)
with 4 downlights
25 (25)
33 (30)
with 2 downlights
26 (25)
27 (25)
27 (27)
with 4 downlights
26 (26)
32 (29)
with 1 downlight
28 (25)
with 3 downlights
25 (25)
33 (29)
with 1 downlight
Note: Pipes must

not be in contact
with insulation or
plasterboard
with 4 downlights
35 (31)
with 3 downlights
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-35
with 4 downlights
KAS20-KAS35
System
Plasterboard Lining
SYSTEMS
PIPE WRAPPING:
Pyrotek Soundlagg 4525C (5 kg/m) or equivalent
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
With either
No insulation
KAS20
45 (35)
(40)*
KAS21
48 (38)
51 (41)
KAS24
1 layer of 10mm SpanShield
44 (35)
47 (38)
Soundlagg 4525C
Brochure
49 (40)
with 1 downlight
47 (40)
48 (39)
51 (42)
KAS28
46 (38)
49 (41)
KAS31
48 (39)
51 (42)
KAS32
1 layer of 13mm WaterShield
45 (37)
48 (40)
KAS34
46 (37)
49 (40)
KAS35
50 (41)
KAS25
System
with 2 downlights
47 (40)
with 1 downlight
47 (40)
with 2 downlights
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-35
3094-38
Note: Pipes
must not be in
contact with
insulation or
plasterboard
* with R1.8
insulation
319
KAS143-KAS151
Furring channel
INNER LINING:
2 layers of 10mm SpanShield attached to a concealed frame
FRAME:
64mm steel stud minimum xed to concealed frame
INSULATION:
50mm EarthWool 11 kg/m or 65mm Polyester ASB3/TSB3
SYSTEMS
System
Outer Plasterboard Lining
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
X = 0mm
with downlights (target Rw+Ctr 40 dB)
X = 10mm
with downlights (target Rw+Ctr 40 dB)
54 (41)
55 (42)
with 4 downlights
with 4 downlights
KAS145
54 (40)
KAS148
51 (39)
KAS151
54 (40)
KAS143
55 (40)
with 4 downlights
54 (40)
55 (40)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
5008-1
Note: Pipes
must not be in
contact with
insulation or
plasterboard
with 4 downlights
KAS163-KAS174
50mm
PLASTERBOARD BOX ENCASING PIPE:
One layer of 13mm MastaShield when X=100mm

Two layers of 13mm MastaShield when X=50mm
INSULATION:
50mm EarthWool 11 kg/m or 65mm Polyester ASB3/TSB3
[Soil and waste pipe systems can be a ceiling, wall, bulkhead or duct with not less than 75mm gap
between inner and outer plasterboard layers]
[Number of downlights per 5 m2 area]
[Insulation to minimum 1200mm either side of pipe in both cavities]
System
Plasterboard Lining
50mm
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
X = 50mm
with downlights
X = 100mm
with downlights
53 (40)
54 (41)
with 4 downlights
with 4 downlights
53 (39)
54 (40)
KAS168
51 (37)
53 (39)*
KAS174
51 (36)
51 (38)*
KAS163
KAS165
Acoustic Report
Day Design
5008-1
Note:
Pipes must not
be in contact
with insulation
or plasterboard
* Rw + Ctr 40 will be achieved with 1 layer of 13mm SoundShield, WaterShield or FireShield instead of 1 layer of 13mm MastaShield for the
plasterboard box
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KAS83-KAS95
PLASTERBOARD BOX ENCASING PIPE: 2 layers of 13mm WaterShield, FireShield or SoundShield
INSULATION: 50mm EarthWool 11 kg/m or 65mm Polyester ASB3/TSB3
[Insulation to minimum 1200mm either side of box]
Cavity (mm)
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
With either
KAS83
75
55 (43)
KAS85
75
53 (42)
KAS88
100
55 (45)
KAS91
100
51 (40)
KAS95
100
52 (41)
49 (40)
with 3 downlights
49 (40)
with 2 downlights
53 (43)
with 4 downlights
49 (40)
with 1 downlights
Acoustic Report
Day Design
5008-1
Note:
Pipes must not
be in contact
with insulation
or plasterboard
50 (40)
with 4 downlights
KAS182-KAS194
PLASTERBOARD BOX ENCASING PIPE: 3 layers of 13mm FireShield
[Minimum 51mm steel stud]
[Number of downlights per 5 m2 area]
System
Plasterboard Lining
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
With either
KAS182
49 (40)
KAS194
50 (41)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
5008-1
47 (39)
with 4 downlights
48 (40)
with 4 downlights
Note:
Pipes must not
be in contact
with plasterboard
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Plasterboard Lining
SYSTEMS
System
KAS120
PIPE WRAPPING:
INNER LINING:
Pyrotek Soundlagg 4525C (5 kg/m) or equivalent

[Habitable Room Side] 1 layer of 10mm MastaShield
[Bathroom Room Side] 1 layer of 10mm WaterShield
64mm minimum steel stud
FRAME:
WALL INSULATION: 50mm EarthWool or 65mm Polyester ISB3
to minimum 500mm below ceiling
SYSTEMS
System
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
KAS120
With no insulation along wall above ceiling
With either 50mm EarthWool 11 kg/m

or 65mm Polyester ASB3/TSB3
along wall above ceiling
57 (43)
59 (44)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-35
Note:
Pipes must not be in
contact with insulation
or plasterboard
KAS101-KAS114
INNER LINING:
[Habitable Room Side] 1 layer of 10mm MastaShield

[Bathroom Side] 1 layer of 10mm WaterShield or
13mm MastaShield
FRAME:
64mm minimum steel stud
WALL INSULATION: 50mm EarthWool 11 kg/m3 or 65mm Polyester ASB3/TSB3
to minimum 500mm below ceiling
System
Additional Plasterboard Strip

Along Wall Above Ceiling Only
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
With either 50mm EarthWool 11 kg/m
or 65mm Polyester ASB3/TSB3
along wall above ceiling
KAS101
50 (39)
KAS103
50 (40)
KAS107
51 (40)
KAS108
49 (39)*
KAS111
50 (40)
KAS114
48 (38)*
Acoustic Report
Day Design
5008-1
Note:
Pipes must not
be in contact
with insulation
or plasterboard
* Rw+Ctr = 40 dB can be achieved with 92mm steel studs
322
Fire Rated Vertical

Laminated Duct
3.6.2
SYSTEMS
324
INSTALLATION
325
Maximum height and
width dimensions
Plasterboard Layout
Plasterboard Fixing
325
325
325
326
CONSTRUCTION
DETAILS
328
INTRODUCTION
Laminated duct systems
are re rated laminated
plasterboard enclosures
for building services. They
are designed to provide
re and acoustic isolation
for electrical, plumbing
and air-handling services.
The laminated duct systems
are constructed from three
layers of either 13mm or
16mm FireShield and metal
angle framing.
Laminated duct systems are suitable
Unless otherwise stated, laminated
for use with re rated penetrations
duct systems are non-load bearing
including access panels, cable trays
and must not support roof, ceiling
and power points. They cannot
or oor loads.
be used for services containing

combustible liquids or gases.
Laminated ducts can form one up to
four sides of a re rated enclosure.
They can be easily joined to other
plasterboard, masonry or concrete
walls with an equivalent or higher
re rating.
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FRAME:
25x50mm or 50x50mm, x 0.7mm BMT steel angles
DUCT LINING:
3 layers of 13mm or 16mm FireShield laminated together
or 13mm QuadShield]
[Laminated Vertical Duct can be 1, 2, 3 or 4 sided]
[Refer to Framing for Maximum Height and Maximum Width dimensions]
FRL
(Minutes)
System
Plasterboard Lining
(mm)
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
/90/90
Fire Report
FR 2340
97/1037
97/1104
98/1341
FAR 1660
KLVD1
39
37 (34)
KLVD2
48
38 (35)
/120/120
Fire Report
FR 2340
97/1037
97/1104
98/1341
FAR 1660
SYSTEMS
3.6.2 Fire Rated Vertical Laminated Duct
KLVD1-KLVD2
324
Never joint sheets with re sealant. [Refer to section 4]

to re rated systems. [Refer To Section 2.3
Fire Resistance]
MAXIMUM HEIGHT AND WIDTH DIMENSIONS
Max Duct Width (m)
Max Duct Height (m)
Unlimited
3.0
3.0
3.6
2.4
4.2
1.8
4.8
1.2
5.4
Dimensions apply to both KLVD1 and KLVD2 systems
PLASTERBOARD LAYOUT
Fire
Rated
First layer butt joints must be backed by a steel angle of minimum 50mm width.
INSTALLATION
Vertical Layout
Fire
Rated
325
25x50mm or 50x50mm, x 0.7mm

BMT angle frame before 1st layer
1st layer
3 layers of FireShield
laminated together to create
duct walls
INSTALLATION
2nd layer
3rd layer
25x50mm or 50x50mm, x 0.7mm

BMT angle frame after 1st layer
and before 2nd layer
FIGURE 1 Framing and Plasterboard Layout
PLASTERBOARD FIXING
Fire
Rated

1st Layer
2nd Layer
3rd Layer
13mm
25mm 6g S screw
40mm 6g S screw*
60mm 6g S screw*
16mm
30mm 6g S screw
45mm 6g S screw*
65mm 6g S screw*
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FIGURE 2 Steel Angle Frames and 1st Layer
Fixing
Screw Only Method
Frame 1
Sheet Layout
Steel Angle 25x50 or 50x50mm x 0.7mm

BMT. Installed before 1st layer
Steel Angle 25x50 or 50x50mm x 0.7mm
BMT. Installed between 1st and 2nd layers.
1st, 2nd and 3rd layers: All Vertical
Fasteners
Perimeter screws 10-15mm from sheet edges.
Frame 2
600mm max
Sheet Perimeter Screw x to steel angle at 400mm max centres

vertically and 600mm max horizontally.
2nd layer: Laminate to 1st layer at 400mm
max centres vertically and horizontally.
max centres vertically and horizontally.
Recessed Edges 1st layer: Once 2nd layer is installed, support
the recessed edge in the 1st layer with an
additional line of laminating screws through
2nd layer at 400mm max centres. Stagger
recessed edges by 300mm min between layers.
2nd layer: Laminate to 1st layer at 400mm max
centres.
max centres.
1st layer: Fix at 200mm max centres to
Butt Joints
additional horizontal steel angle. Stagger butt
joints by 600mm min on adjoining sheets
and between layers.
2nd layer: Laminate to 1st layer at 200mm
max centres.
max centres
All layers: Fix to angle at 400mm max
Internal and
External corners centres vertically
25x50mm or 50x50mm x 0.7mm

BMT angle frame before 1st layer.
Fix to oor and wall at 600mm max
1st layer
25x50mm or 50x50mm x 0.7mm BMT

angle frame after 1st layer and before
2nd layer. Fix to oor and wall at 600mm
max centres and 100mm max from ends
600mm max
Fire Sealant
Jointing Face
Layer
FIGURE 3 2nd and 3rd Layers
Stagger recessed
edges by 300mm min
between layers
Recessed edge in 1st layer

supported by an additional line
of laminating screws through 2nd
layer at 400mm max centres

with either two coats of MastaBase /
Floating butt joints xed to

previous layer at 200mm max
centres using laminating screws
INSTALLATION
600mm
max
400mm max
400mm max
3rd layer
400mm max
Field
2nd layer
400mm
max
400mm max
400mm
max
600mm max
10-15mm
327
FIRE RATED
LAMINATED VERTICAL DUCT
Screws xed
through angle
10mm clearance to
plasterboard

to maintain re and
acoustic integrity
25x50mm 0.7mm BMT steel

angle xed to slab at 600mm
from angle ends
15mm clearance
to plasterboard

to maintain re and
acoustic integrity
Laminating screws
50mm from sheet top.
Do not x through angle
FIGURE 5 Laminated Duct Deection Head to Slab

Elevation
Small bead of re sealant under

angle lling any gaps
FireShield
Screws xed
through angle
Screws xed through angle

Small bead of re sealant
under angle lling any gaps
Suitable masonry
fasteners
5-10mm clearance
to plasterboard
Laminating screws
5-10mm clearance
to plasterboard
Suitable masonry fasteners at 600mm max
centres and 100mm max from angle ends
FIGURE 6 Laminated Duct Base to Slab

Elevation
FIGURE 4 Laminated Duct Head to Slab

Elevation
22mm IBS
Backing Rod
25x50mm 0.7mm BMT steel angle

before 1st layer

between 1st and 2nd layers
FIGURE 7 Laminated Duct to Masonry Wall

Plan view

before 1st layer and between 1st
and 2nd layers
Laminating screws
Screws xed
through angle
Overlap sheet
edges at corners
Laminating screws
FIGURE 8 Laminated Duct Internal Corner

Plan view
328
FIGURE 9 Laminated Duct External Corner

Plan view
FIRE RATED
LAMINATED VERTICAL DUCT
Stagger recessed edges by
600mm min between layers
Laminate recessed edges in 1st

layer through 2nd layer at
400mm max centres
Laminate recessed edges

in 2nd and 3rd layer at
400mm max centres
FIGURE 10 Laminated Duct Recessed

Edge in 1st Layer
Plan view
FIGURE 11 Laminated Duct Recessed

Edge in 2nd and 3rd Layer
Plan view
Stagger butt joints by

600mm min on adjacent
sheets and between layers
Additional 25x50mm x
0.7mm BMT angle to
support butt joint in 1st layer
Laminate butt joints in 2nd

and 3rd layer at 200mm
max centres
FIGURE 12 Laminated Duct Butt Joint

in 2nd and 3rd Layer
FIGURE 13 Laminated Duct Butt Joint

in 1st Layer
39 - 48mm
39 - 48mm
Maximum opening size 70mm
high and 440mm wide.
Cable tray
Fire sealant
Cable/s
Check max opening
Metal pipe
Fire sealant

Up to 2 hours FRL
Example Only
FIGURE 14 Typical Cable Tray Penetration

Up to 2 hours FRL
Example Only
39 - 48mm
Promat Promaseal
re sealant
20mm max gap between

re collar and FireShield
Plastic pipe
Promat type FCW re collar.

Check sizing with Promat.
FIGURE 16 Typical Fire Collar Penetration

Up to 2 Hours FRL
329
Column and Beam

Fire Protection
3.6.3
SYSTEMS
331
INSTALLATION
333
Framing
Plasterboard Layout
Plasterboard Fixing
333
333
333
333
CONSTRUCTION
DETAILS
337
INTRODUCTION
Column and beam
protection systems consist
of FireShield and ShaftLiner
layers protecting structural
timber, steel or concrete.
This enables the structural
members to maintain their
load carrying capacity in
the event of a re.
This section details the most common

methods to encase timber, steel or
concrete columns and beams to achieve
a structural re resistance level.
The FRL (Fire Resistance Level) for
structural protection systems do not
require the Integrity and Insulation
ratings. They are expressed with only
rst number for structural adequacy
and two dashes, for example 90//.
[For more information, refer to
Section 2.3 Fire Resistance]
330
KSFP1-KSFP9
STRUCTURAL FRAME:
Steel column or beam encased in either FireShield

or ShaftLiner
PLASTERBOARD FRAME: [Option 1] Furring channel track with Encasement Clips at
600mm max centres friction tted to structural frame anges
[Option 2] Plasterboard directly xed to structural steel
or 13mm QuadShield]
System
30/ /
60/ /
60/ /
60/ /
90/ /
120/ /
120/ /
180/ /
180/ /
Plasterboard Lining
(mm)
KSFP1
13
KSFP2
16
KSFP3
26
KSFP4
1 layer of 25mm ShaftLiner
25
KSFP5
32
KSFP6
39
KSFP7
1 layer of 13mm FireShield plus 1 layer of 25mm ShaftLiner
38
KSFP8
64
KSFP9
1 layer of 13mm FireShield plus 2 layers of 25mm ShaftLiner
63
FRL
KSFP10-KSFP16
Timber column or beam (minimum dimension 100x100mm)
encased in either FireShield or ShaftLiner
or 13mm QuadShield]
FRL
System
30/ /
60/ /
60/ /
90/ /
90/ /
120/ /
180/ /
Plasterboard Lining
(mm)
KSFP10
13
KSFP11
26
KSFP12
1 layer of 25mm ShaftLiner
25
KSFP13
39
KSFP14
1 layer of 13mm FireShield plus 1 layer of 25mm ShaftLiner
38
KSFP15
48
KSFP16
64
SYSTEMS
STRUCTURAL FRAME:
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KSFP20-KSFP24
STRUCTURAL FRAME:
Concrete column encased in FireShield
PLASTERBOARD FRAME: [Option 1] Plasterboard xed to furring channels
at 600mm max spacing
[Option 2] Plasterboard xed to concrete directly
with tapcon countersunk head screws
or 13mm QuadShield]
FRL
System
Concrete Structural Adequacy + 30/ /


(mm)
KSFP20
13
KSFP21
16
KSFP22
32
KSFP23
39
KSFP24
64
SYSTEMS
Plasterboard Lining
332
Use approved re rated penetration details. Fire penetrations may require re collars or other
devices to maintain re performance.
Check the BCA C1.8 for additional requirements for columns such as lling with concrete or
surrounding column with steel casing up to 1.2m high.
FRAMING
Fire
Rated
Install framing at maximum 450mm centres.
Install furring channel track at each end of the column/beam and behind rst layer butt joints.
FURRING CHANNEL ANCHOR SPACING

Framing Member
Columns
13mm Recessed Furring Channel Rondo No.333
900mm
900mm
1200mm
Anchors for furring channel must also be xed 100mm max from ends.
PLASTERBOARD LAYOUT
Fire
Rated
PLASTERBOARD FIXING
Fire
Rated
Laminating screws can be used to x butt joints in the second, third and fourth layers.
333
INSTALLATION
Fire
Rated
Plasterboard
Thickness
1st Layer
2nd Layer
3rd Layer
4th Layer
13mm
25mm 6g S screw
40mm 6g S screw
50mm 6g S screw*
16mm
30mm 6g S screw
45mm 6g S screw
60mm 6g S screw*
40mm 10g
laminating screws
25mm
40mm 6g S screw
13mm + 25mm
+ 25mm
25mm 6g S screw
50mm 6g S screw
40mm 10g
laminating screws
* 40mm 10g Laminating screws may be used as detailed in installation diagrams.
INSTALLATION
Plasterboard
Thickness
1st Layer
13mm
30mm 6g W screw
40mm 6g W screw 60mm 6g W screw*
16mm
30mm 6g W screw
40mm 10g
laminating screws
25mm
45mm 6g W screw
13mm + 25mm
30mm 6g W screw
60mm 6g W screw
2nd Layer
3rd Layer
4th Layer

FASTENER TYPE AND MINIMUM SIZE FOR THE INSTALLATION OF PLASTERBOARD TO HARDWOOD TIMBER
Plasterboard
Thickness
1st Layer
13mm
25mm 6g W screw
16mm
30mm 6g W screw
40mm 10g
laminating screws
25mm
40mm 6g W screw
13mm + 25mm
30mm 6g W screw
50mm 6g W screw
2nd Layer
3rd Layer
4th Layer

SCREW TYPE AND MINIMUM SIZE FOR THE INSTALLATION OF PLASTERBOARD TO CONCRETE
Plasterboard
Thickness
1st Layer
2nd Layer
3rd Layer
13mm
32mm 10g
tapcon screw
45mm 10g
tapcon screw
40mm 10g
laminating screws
16mm
32mm 10g
tapcon screw
45mm 10g
tapcon screw
40mm 10g
laminating screws
For concrete use tapcon screws with countersunk head.
334
FIGURE 1 Steel Column/Beam

Universal Column/Beam
Universal Encasement
Clips at 600mm max
centres and 100mm
max from ends.
Fixing
Screw Only Method
Fasteners
All screws 50mm max from sheet edges
Edges along
length
All layers: Fix at 300mm max centres.

3rd layer: Either screw to furring channel
track or use laminating screws.
4th layer: Use 40mm-10g laminating screws.
Butt joints
Single Layer System: Install furring channel

track behind sheet joints and x at 200mm
max centres.
Multiple Layer Systems: Laminate to previous
layer at 200mm max centres.
Stagger butt joints by 300mm min between
layers.
Stagger butt joints

by 300mm min
between layers
300mm
1st layer
Laminate joints to
previous layer at
200mm max centres
2nd layer
300mm
3rd layer
300mm
4th layer
FIGURE 2 Timber Column/Beam
Timber Column/Beam
Beam 100mm max

Column 200mm max
Stagger joints by
300mm min
between layers
75mm max
1st layer
Beam 100mm max

Column 200mm max
2nd layer
Fixing
Screw Only Method
Fasteners
All screws 75mm max from sheet edges.
Beam Edges
Along Length

Also x at 450mm max centres in the
centreline of the sheet for all layers.
3rd layer: Either screw to timber beam
or use laminating screws.
4th layer: Use 40mm-10g laminating
screws.
Column - Edges
Along Length

3rd layer: Either screw to timber column
or use laminating screws.
4th layer: Use 40mm-10g laminating
screws.
Butt Joints
Either screw to column/beam or laminate

to previous layer at 200mm max centres.
layers.
Fix butt joints to

previous layer at
100mm max centres
Beam 100mm max

Column 200mm max
3rd layer
Beam 100mm max

Column 200mm max
Fix at 450mm max

centres in the centre line
of the sheet for all layers.
4th layer
335
INSTALLATION
300mm
Furring channel track.

Rondo No.140 or No.142
FIGURE 3 Concrete Column

Concrete Column/Beam
Stagger butt joints

by 300mm min
between layers
75mm max
300mm max
1st layer
300mm max
2nd layer
300mm max
Fixing
Screw Only Method
Fasteners
All screws 75mm max from sheet edges.
Edges along
length

3rd layer: Either screw to concrete or use
40mm-10g laminating screws.
Butt joints
Single Layer System: Fix at 200mm max

centres.
Multiple Layer Systems: Either screw to
concrete or use 40mm-10g laminating
screws at 200mm max centres to previous
layer. Stagger butt joints by 300mm min
between layers.
[Refer to Figure 1 for installation

instructions for concrete columns
with furring channel framing]
Butt joints
200mm max
centres
Laminate butt joints to

previous layer at
200mm max centres
INSTALLATION
3rd layer
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FIRE RATED
COLUMN AND BEAM FIRE PROTECTION STEEL
Universal
column/beam
Furring
channel track
(Rondo
No.140 or
No.142)
Encasement Clips at
150mm max from ends
FireShield
50x50mm x 0.7
BMT steel angle
Universal beam
Furring channel
track (Rondo
No.140 or
No.142)
FireShield
Suitable masonry
fasteners at 600mm
max centres and
100mm max from
angle ends
Set external
corner bead
FIGURE 4 4 Sided Protection For I-Beam/Column

Elevation or plan view
FIGURE 5 3 Sided Protection For I-Beam

Elevation
When SHS/RHS is
below 2mm thick
Use drill-point
screws
FIGURE 6 4 Sided Protection for SHS/RHS

Drill Point
screws at
600mm max
centres and 100
max from ends
Universal
beam
50x50mm
x 0.7mm
BMT steel
angles
Laminating screws
for 4th layer
When SHS/RHS is
above 2mm thick
Use suitable xings

at 600mm max
centres and 100mm
max from ends
FIGURE 7 3 Sided Protection for I-Beam to Ceiling

Elevation

Fix at 600mm max centres and
100mm max from each end
Overlap sheet
edges at corners
FIGURE 8 4 Sided Protection For SHS/RHS

337
10mm clearance
sealant required to
maintain re integrity
FIRE RATED
COLUMN AND BEAM FIRE PROTECTION TIMBER
Timber joist
Timber joist
Timber
beam
Timber
beam
50x50mm x 0.7mm
BMT steel angle
50x50mm x 0.7mm
BMT steel angle
Overlap sheet
edges at corners
Set external
corner bead
FIGURE 9 3 Sided Protection Timber Beam

Elevation
FIGURE 10 3 Sided Protection Timber Beam

Elevation
Laminating screws
for 4th layer
FireShield
Timber column/beam
Set external
corner bead
FIGURE 11 4 Sided Protection Timber Column/Beam

338
FIRE RATED
COLUMN AND BEAM FIRE PROTECTION CONCRETE
Laminating screws
for 3rd layer
Tapcon screws
Concrete
column/beam
FireShield
Set external
corner bead
FIGURE 12 4 Sided Protection Concrete Column

Laminating screws for

3rd layer
Concrete
column/beam
Furring channel or Centre x batten

at 600mm max spacing
FireShield
Set external
corner bead
FIGURE 13 4 Sided Protection Concrete Column

339
3.6.4
Fire Escape Tunnel
SYSTEMS
340
INSTALLATION
341
Framing
Plasterboard Layout
Plasterboard Fixing
341
341
342
342
CONSTRUCTION
DETAILS
344
INTRODUCTION
Fire escape tunnel systems are
designed to provide building
occupants with an escape
route protected from re.
They comply with the Building Code

of Australia requirements for Fire
Isolated Passageways and achieve
re protection from the outside up
to FRL of 120/120/120.
This section provides systems as

well as installation instructions and
construction details for the framing
and external plasterboard layers.
For the installation of plasterboard
to the interior of the re escape
tunnel. [Refer to Section 3.1.1 for
walls and 3.4.1 for ceilings]
KFET1-KFET3
EXTERNAL LINING: [Option 1] 2 layers of 16mm FireShield
[Option 2] 3 layers of 13mm FireShield
[Option 3] 3 layers of 16mm FireShield
INTERNAL LINING: [Ceiling] 1 layer of 10mm SpanShield
[Wall] 1 layer of 10mm MastaShield (optional)
FRAME:
Wall studs and ceiling joists at 600mm max centres
[Use 150x0.75mm steel studs with Cleat 1]
[Use 150x1.15mm steel studs with Cleat 2]
[Maximum Height and Width apply to all systems]
FRL
System
External Plasterboard Lining
rated from outside only
60/60/60
90/90/90
120/120/120
340
(mm)
KFET1
32
KFET2
39
KFET3
48
Fire
Rated
Install control joints in plasterboard walls at:
Attach ceiling xtures to framing members only. Ensure the framing is designed to carry any
additional load.
Three coats of MastaLite
FRAMING
Fire
Rated
Space studs at maximum 600mm centres.
Push studs down completely into bottom track.
Fix studs to top and bottom tracks. Fix joists to perimeter tracks. [Refer to Construction Details]
INSTALLATION
Fix the bottom track at 600mm maximum centres and 100mm maximum from each end.
Noggings are permitted to assist the xing of

services. Copper Chromium Arsenate (CCA)
treated timber must not be used.
Plumbing and electrical services must not protrude
beyond the face of the stud.
FIRE ESCAPE TUNNEL MAXIMUM HEIGHT AND WIDTH TABLE

Stud Size (mm)
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Maximum Height (m)
Maximum Width (m)
Stud and Joist Depth
Stud and Joist BMT
150
0.75
2.4
2.0
150
1.15
3.0
2.0
Deection Limit is Height/240 to a maximum of 30mm at 0.35 kPa, in accordance with BCA Specication C1.8 for walls of shafts and re isolated exits generally.
Tabulated heights are not for axial loads but do include self weight and lateral pressures.
Loadings: Pultimate = 0.525 kPa, Pservice = 0.35 kPa.
All loadings in accordance with AS1170.
Walls analysed in accordance with AS4600.
Noggings in accordance with relevant table.
For acceptable modications or variations to re

rated systems [Refer to Section 2.3 Fire Resistance].
341
PLASTERBOARD LAYOUT
Fire
Rated
Walls
Fix all underlying plasterboard sheets vertically. The face layer may be xed either horizontally
or vertically.
INSTALLATION
Ceilings
Sheets must be perpendicular to the framing members.
First layer butt joints must be over a framing member.
Ceiling butt joints on underlying layers (not face

layer) may be made on the same framing member.
PLASTERBOARD FIXING
Fire
Rated
Laminating screws can be used to x butt joints in the second and third layer on the wall.
Laminating screws can be used to x butt joints in the third layer on the ceiling.

1st Layer
2nd Layer
3rd Layer
13mm
25mm 6g S screw
40mm 6g S screw*
60mm 6g S screw*
16mm
30mm 6g S screw
45mm 6g S screw*
65mm 6g S screw*
*40mm - 10g Laminating screws may be used as detailed in installation diagrams.
342
Stagger butt joints

by 600mm min on
adjacent sheets

Float butt joint on 3rd layer
and laminate to 2nd layer
stagger screws
Butt joints on adjoining

sheets may be made on
the same joist on 1st
and 2nd layers
1st layer
perpendicular
to joists
Stagger recessed
edges by 300mm min
between layers
3rd layer
300mm max
1st layer
200mm max
staggered
2nd layer
Stagger butt joints

by 600mm min
between layers
2nd layer
vertical
50mm
600mm max
3rd layer
vertical or
horizontal
200mm max
stagger screws
200mm max
stagger screws
300mm max
200mm max
stagger screws
1st layer
vertical
50mm
Stagger recessed
edges by 300mm
min between layers
Float butt joint on 2nd layer and

laminate to 1st layer at 200mm
max centres and stagger
screws. Stagger butt joints by
600mm min on adjacent and
between layers
Ceilings
Fixing
Fasteners
Field
Screw Only Method

Perimeter fasteners 10-15mm from sheet edges. Nails must
not be used on metal framing members.
Recessed
Edges
Fix on each frame member.

Stagger recessed edges by 300mm min between layers.
Butt Joints
on Framing
Members
Floating Butt
Joints on 3rd
Layer
Openings and
Control Joints
Fix at 100mm max centres and stagger screws. Butt

joints on 1st and 2nd layers may be made on same joist.
Stagger butt joints by 600mm min between layers.
Fire Sealant

Jointing Face
Layer
As a minimum, only use paper tape with either two coats

of MastaBase/MastaLongset or three coats of MastaLite.
Walls
Fixing
Screw Only Method
Fasteners
Perimeter screws 10-15mm from sheet edges except at top

and bottom tracks. Plasterboard must not be xed to top
and bottom tracks.
Field

3rd layer: Laminate to 2nd layer at 400mm max centres
Recessed
Edges
1st and 2nd layers: Fix at 200mm max centres and

stagger screws. Stagger recessed edges by 300mm
min between layers and on opposite sides of the wall.
3rd layer Horizontal: Fix on each stud.
3rd layer Vertical: Laminate to 2nd layer at 400mm max
Butt Joints
1st layer: Fix at 200mm max centres and stagger screws.

Stagger butt joints by 600mm min on adjoining sheets,
between layers and on opposite sides of the wall.
Butt joints must be backed by a nogging.
2nd layer: Same as 1st layer or laminate to 1st layer using
laminating screws at 200mm max centres and stagger
screws. 3rd layer: Laminate to 2nd layer at 200mm max
Locate centrally between framing members and laminate

to 2nd layer at 200mm max centres. Stagger butt joints by
Float butt joint on 3rd

layer and laminate to 2nd
layer at 200mm max
centres and stagger
screws
Openings and
Control Joints
Fire Sealant

Jointing Face
Layer
As a minimum, only use paper tape with either two coats

of MastaBase/MastaLongset or three coats of MastaLite.
343
Ends
200mm max
INSTALLATION
Butt joints in 1st layer

must be backed by a
nogging
Stagger butt joints

by 600mm min on
adjacent sheets
FIRE RATED Fire Escape Tunnel Elevation

50x50mm angle for
Fix to joist and wall at
600mm max centres.


Masonry
wall
Masonry
wall
Stud as ceiling joist

100mm max from track ends.
Fix ceiling joist bracket

to wall according to
manufacturers specication.
Fix joists to track
FIGURE 3 Fire Escape Tunnel Ceiling

to Masonry Wall
FIGURE 2 Fire Escape Tunnel Ceiling

to Masonry Wall
Overlap sheet
edges at corners
FireShield
FireShield
Bottom steel
studs in track
Fix 50mm from sheet

bottom. Do not x
through track.
Non-re rated
plasterboard
Bottom track xed to

slab at 600mm max
centres and 100mm max
from track ends.
Fix studs to track
5-10mm clearance
to plasterboard
Non-re rated
plasterboard
Gusset plate
Wall stud
FIGURE 4 Fire Escape Tunnel Base to Slab
344
FIGURE 5 Fire Escape Tunnel Wall to Ceiling
X-Ray Shielding
Walls and Ceilings
3.6.5
PERFORMANCE
346
Radiation Test Results
346
SYSTEMS
347
INSTALLATION
350
Framing
Plasterboard Layout
Plasterboard Fixiing
350
350
351
351
CONSTRUCTION
DETAILS
356
INTRODUCTION
X-ray shielding requirements are
This section contains radiation
GIB X-Block is a lead free

plasterboard system used as
an effective radiation barrier.
Barium Sulphate in the
GIB X-Block plasterboard
and compound provide
protection against X-rays.
usually specied as a thickness
test results, shielding requirements,
of lead. The lead equivalence of
systems, installation instructions and
GIB X-Block systems depend on the
construction details for GIB X-Block
energy level of the radiation. Tables
systems. [Refer to Section 2.3 for
1 and 2 state the lead equivalence of
more information on X-ray resistance]
GIB X-Block systems at various X-ray

energy levels. Always seek advice
from a Health Physicist to ensure
that the requirements for radiation
shielding are met.
345
RADIATION TEST RESULTS

TABLE 1 GIB X-Block Millimeters of Lead Equivalence for Different X-Ray Energies
13mm GIB X-Block Lead Equivalence (mm)

X-ray Energy
(kVp)
1 Layer
2 Layers
3 Layers
4 Layers
80
0.8
1.6
2.4
100
0.75
1.5
2.25
2.9
125
0.5
1.0
1.4
1.9
150
0.4
0.7
1.0
1.3
Uncertainites 0.1mm
PERFORMANCE
Source: National Radiation Laboratory Reports 24062003/1, 24062008, 20022009.

*Quote from Report 20022009: Determination of lead equivalence for 4 layers of X-Block Plasterboard at 80kVp was not feasible owing to the extremely low
transmission of the X-rays through this sample thickness.
kVp - kilovolts peak. Maximum voltage applied across the X-ray tube. The kVp controls the maximum energy of the emitted X-rays.
TABLE 2 GIB X-Block Mass of Lead Equivalence for Different X-Ray Energies
13mm GIB X-BLOCK Lead Equivalence (kg/m)

X-ray energy
(kVp)
1 Layer
2 Layers
3 Layers
4 Layers
80
9.1
18.1
27.2
100
8.5
17.0
25.5
32.9
125
5.7
11.3
15.9
21.5
150
4.5
7.9
12.5
14.7
Source: Calculated from Table 1 using the density of lead (11340 kg/m)
X-RAY RESISTANCE ENERGY LEVELS

X-ray radiation is measured in kilovolts peak (kVp). Depending on the type of radiation equipment used in the room,
diagnostic facilities will have different requirements for shielding:
CT 120-140 kVp
General radiographic rooms 60-90 kVp
Dental 60-80 kVp
Mammography 25-35 kVp
346
NON-FIRE RATED
KX1
WALL LINING:
[Side 1] 2 layers of 13mm GIB X-Block

FRAME:
Steel or timber studs at maximum 600mm centres
[Timber wall heights calculated using MGP10]
Stud Depth
FRL
//
Steel
64
Timber
70
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Width
(mm)
Stud BMT/
Stud Width
Non-Load Bearing
Studs at 600mm
Non-Load Bearing
Studs at 450mm
0.5
3.72
3.93
0.75
4.22
4.43
35
4.01
4.16
45
4.14
4.31
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
65mm
Polyester
ASB3/TSB3
103
44 (38)
51 (42)
51 (42)
109
42 (37)
46 (41)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
65mm
Polyester
ASB3/TSB3
90
40 (35)
49 (40)
48 (40)
96
38 (33)
42 (38)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
65mm
Polyester
ASB3/TSB3
116
47 (41)
55 (45)
54 (45)
124
45 (40)
49 (44)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-4
KX2
WALL LINING:
[Side 1] 1 layer of 13mm GIB X-Block

FRAME:
Stud Depth
FRL
//
Steel
64
Timber
70
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Width
(mm)
Stud BMT/
Stud Width
Non-Load Bearing
Studs at 600mm
Non-Load Bearing
Studs at 450mm
0.5
3.72
3.93
0.75
4.22
4.43
35
4.61
4.72
45
4.70
4.84
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-4
Stud Size
(mm)
KX3
WALL LINING:

FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
Stud Depth
FRL
//
Steel
64
Timber
70
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Width
(mm)
Stud BMT/
Stud Width
Non-Load Bearing
Studs at 600mm
Non-Load Bearing
Studs at 450mm
0.5
3.72
3.93
0.75
4.22
4.43
35
4.01
4.16
45
4.14
4.31
Stud Size
(mm)
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-4
347
NON-FIRE RATED
KX4
CEILING LINING:
FRAME:
2 layers of 13mm GIB X-Block

[Option 1] Steel or timber ceiling joists
[Option 2] Steel or timber joists with with A-clips and furring channel
Max Framing Centres

(mm)
600
35 (33)
Acoustic Report
Day Design 3094-4
FRL
//
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
348
FIRE RATED
KX5
WALL LINING:

FRAME:
[13mm FireShield can be substituted with 13mm MultiShield or
13mm ImpactShield or 13mm QuadShield]
FRL
/60/60
rated from
both sides
Fire Report
FAR 2320
Stud Depth
Steel
64
Timber
70
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Width
(mm)
Stud BMT/
Stud Width
Non-Load Bearing
Studs at 600mm
Non-Load Bearing
Studs at 450mm
0.5
3.72
3.93
0.75
4.22
4.43
35
4.61
4.72
45
4.70
4.84
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
65mm
Polyester
ASB3/TSB3
103
45 (39)
52 (43)
52 (43)
109
43 (37)
46 (41)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
65mm
Polyester
ASB3/TSB3
116
47 (41)
55 (47)
55 (47)
124
46 (40)
49 (45)
No Insulation
R1.5
EarthWool
65mm
Polyester
ASB3/TSB3
103
44 (39)
53 (46)
53 (46)
109
43 (38)
46 (42)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-4
KX6
WALL LINING:

FRAME:
[13mm FireShield can be substituted with 13mm MultiShield or
13mm ImpactShield or 13mm QuadShield]
FRL
/60/60
rated from
both sides
Fire Report
FAR 2320
Stud Depth
Steel
64
Timber
70
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Width
(mm)
Stud BMT/
Stud Width
Non-Load Bearing
Studs at 600mm
Non-Load Bearing
Studs at 450mm
0.5
3.72
3.93
0.75
4.22
4.43
35
4.61
4.72
45
4.70
4.84
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-4
SYSTEMS: Fire Rated
Stud Size
(mm)
KX7
WALL LINING:

FRAME:
Stud Size
(mm)
FRL
/60/60
rated from
both sides
Fire Report
FAR 2320
Stud Depth
Steel
64
Timber
70
Max Height
UDL 0.25 kPa (m)
Width
(mm)
Stud BMT/
Stud Width
Non-Load Bearing
Studs at 600mm
Non-Load Bearing
Studs at 450mm
0.5
3.72
3.93
0.75
4.22
4.43
35
4.61
4.72
45
4.70
4.84
Stud Size
(mm)
Acoustics
Rw (Rw + Ctr)
Acoustic Report
Day Design
3094-4
349
Non-Fire
Rated
Fire
Rated
Install control joints in plasterboard walls at:

Use GIB X-Block jointing compound:

In the gap between the sheets
To ll the recessed joints on every layer
As the bedding coat with paper tape and as the second coat for the face layer. For
the nish coat use MastaFinish or MastaLite.
To ll any other gaps and to cover all face layer fastener heads.
Treat all penetrations as shown in the construction details to maintain radiation

protection or use lead of the appropriate thickness.
Use approved re rated penetration details. Fire penetrations may require

re collars or other devices to maintain re performance.
rating of the system. [Refer to mineral bre manufacturers specications for
minimum widths required]
Use re sealant around perimeter, vermiculite plaster is not permitted.

Fire Resistance]
FRAMING
Non-Fire
Rated
Framing members must be spaced at 600mm maximum centres.
Fire
Rated

of services.
350
PLASTERBOARD LAYOUT
Non-Fire
Rated
Fire
Rated
All recessed and butt joints must be backed by a framing member.
Leave a gap of 2mm between GIB X-Block sheets to allow GIB X-Block jointing
compound to ll any gaps between and behind the sheets. [Figure 1]

sides of the wall.
Leave 2mm gap between sheets and ll

with GIB X-Block jointing compound
FIGURE 1 Completely Filling All Gaps and Recessed Joints
PLASTERBOARD FIXING
Non-Fire
Rated
Fire
Rated
Drive screws to just below the sheet surface, taking care not to break the
paper linerboard.
Use the Screw Only Method.
1st Layer
2nd Layer
3rd Layer
13mm
25mm 6g S screw
40mm 6g S screw
60mm 6g S screw
SCREW TYPE AND MINIMUM SIZE FOR THE INSTALLATION OF PLASTERBOARD TO SOFTWOOD TIMBER
1st Layer
2nd Layer
3rd Layer
13mm
30mm 6g W screw
45mm 6g W screw
65mm 8g W screw
351
Sit GIB X-Block directly on the oor, leave no gap at the base of the sheet.
Vertical Layout Only
FIGURE 2 X-Block 1 Layer Vertical on Steel Studs

Screw Only Method
Fixing
Sheet Layout
Perimeter
Screw Only Method
Field
50mm
300mm
max


Butt Joints
200mm max
stagger screws
200mm
max
200mm
Openings
200mm
max

FIGURE 3 X-Block 2 Layers Vertical + Vertical on Steel Studs

Screw Only Method
50mm
200mm min
2nd layer
300mm
max
Stagger recessed
edges by 600mm
min between layers
Jointing Face
Layer
Use paper tape with two coats of GIB X-Block

jointing compound. Fill any gaps with
GIB X-Block jointing compound. Finish
with a third coat of MastaFinish.
Fixing
Sheet Layout
Screw Only Method
Perimeter

Field

1st layer
300mm max
centres and stagger screws. Stagger recessed

edges by 600mm min between layers and on
opposite sides of the wall. All recessed edges
Butt Joints
2nd layer
200mm max
stagger screws
2nd layer
200mm
max
2nd layer
openings
200mm
max
1st and 2nd layers: Fix at 200mm max

centres and stagger screws. Stagger butt
joints by 600mm min on adjoining sheets,
between layers and on opposite sides of the
wall. All butt joints must be backed by
a nogging.

Internal and
Openings
Fire Sealant
Use re sealant around perimeter to maintain

Jointing 1st
Layer
Completely ll recess joints and any gaps

with GIB X-Block jointing compound. Paper
tape is not required.
Jointing Face
Layer

50mm
352
1st layer: Vertical

2nd layer: Vertical
Recessed Edges 1st and 2nd layers: Fix at 200mm max

1st layer
openings
200mm
max
1st layer
200mm max
2nd layer
200mm max

of the wall. Butt joints must be backed by a
nogging.

Internal and
External Corners
Openings
Fire Sealant
50mm
1st layer
200mm max
stagger screws

and bottom tracks.
Butt joints
200mm min
from
openings
Stagger
recessed
edges by
600mm
min on
opposite
sides of
the wall
Vertical
FIGURE 4 X-Block 3 Layers All Vertical on Steel Studs

Screw Only Method
Fixing
Sheet Layout
Perimeter
Screw Only Method
Field
1st, 2nd and 3rd layers: Fix at 300mm max

centres
50mm
200mm min
200mm max
stagger screws
2nd layer
openings
200mm
max
2nd layer
300mm max
3rd layer
200mm
max
3rd layer
openings
200mm
max

Internal and
External Corners centres
Openings
centres
Fire Sealant

10-15mm
Screws at
300mm max
Butt joints
200mm min
from
openings
Jointing Face
Layer

Fixing
Sheet Layout
Perimeter
Field
Recessed Edges
Screw Only Method
Butt Joints
Fix screws at 200mm max centres and

stagger scerws. Stagger butt joints by 600mm
sides of the wall. Butt joints must be backed
by a nogging.
Vertical
Fix screws at 300mm max centres
Fix screws at 200mm max centres and

Internal and
External Corners
Openings
Fire Sealant
300mm max
200mm
max

centres and stagger screws. Stagger butt joints
by 600mm min on adjoining sheets, between
All butt joints must be backed by a nogging.
Jointing 1st and Completely ll recess joints and any gaps

2nd Layers
50mm
FIGURE 5 X-Block 1 Layer Vertical on Timber Studs

Screw Only Method
Stagger
recessed
edges by
600mm
min on
opposite
sides of
the wall
Butt Joints

Screws 200mm max

stagger screws
200mm max
Openings
200mm
max
Jointing Face
Layer

10-15mm
353
1st layer
300mm
max
centres and stagger screws. Stagger recessed

edges by 600mm min between layers and on
opposite sides of the wall. All recessed edges
1st layer
openings
200mm
max
1st layer
200mm max
Stagger recessed
edges by 600mm
min between layers

Recessed Edges 1st, 2nd and 3rd layers: Fix at 200mm max
3rd layer
300mm
max
2nd layer 200mm
max stagger screws
FIGURE 6 X-Block 2 Layers Vertical + Vertical on Timber Studs

Screw Only Method
10-15mm
Fixing
Sheet Layout
Screw Only Method
Perimeter
Field
200mm min
1st layer: Vertical

2nd layer: Vertical
1st and 2nd layers: Fix screws at 300mm
max centres
Recessed Edges 1st and 2nd layers: Fix screws at 200mm
max centres and stagger screws. Stagger

recessed edges by 600mm min between
layers, and on opposite sides of the wall.
All recessed edges must be backed by a stud.
1st layer
Screws 200mm max
stagger screws
2nd layer
300mm max
Stagger recessed
edges by 600mm
min between layers
1st layer
Openings
200mm
max
1st layer
Screws at
300mm max
Butt Joints
1st layer
200mm max

Internal and
Openings
2nd layer
Screws 200mm max
stagger screws
2nd layer
200mm max
2nd layer
Screws at
300mm max
2nd layer
200mm
max
2nd layer
Openings
200mm
max
10-15mm
FIGURE 7 X-Block 3 Layers All Vertical on Timber Studs

Screw Only Method
10-15mm
200mm min
3rd layer
300mm max
1st layer
Screws 200mm max
stagger screws
2nd layer
200mm max
2nd layer
Screws 200mm max
stagger screws
1st layer
Screws at
300mm
max
2nd layer
Screws at
300mm max
Stagger recessed
edges by 300mm
min between layers
1st layer
openings
200mm
max
1st layer
200mm max
10-15mm
Fire Sealant

Jointing 1st
Layer

Jointing Face
Layer

Fixing
Sheet Layout
Perimeter
Field
Screw Only Method

1st, 2nd and 3rd layers: Fix screws
Recessed Edges 1st, 2nd and 3rd layers: Fix screws at
2nd layer
openings
200mm
max
Butt Joints
1st, 2nd and 3rd layers: Fix screws at

adjoining sheets, between layers and on
opposite sides of the wall. All butt joints must
be backed by a nogging.

Internal and
External Corners centres
Openings
centres
Fire Sealant

Jointing 1st and Completely ll recess joints and any gaps

2nd Layers
Jointing Face
Layer
354
200mm max centres and sagger screws.

between layers, and on opposite sides of
the wall. All recessed edges must be back
by a stud.
3rd layer
openings
200mm
max
3rd layer
200mm
max
1st and 2nd layers: Fix screws at 200mm max

centres and stagger screws. Stagger butt joints
by 600mm min on adjoining sheets, between
All butt joints must be backed by a nogging.

FIGURE 8 X-Block 2 Layers

Screw Only Method
Framing 600mm
max centres
Butt joints on
adjoining sheets
may be made on
the same joist on
1st layer
1st layer butt joints must be made

on framing members.
Stagger recessed
edges by 600mm min
between layers
Framing

Fixing
Screw Only Method
Perimeter
Perimeter screws 10-15mm from sheet edges.
Field
Recessed Edges Fix on each framing member.

between layers.
10-15mm
100mm max
stagger screws
1st layer
200mm max
Laminate at
200mm max
2nd layer
Butt joints
on framing
members

screws. Butt joints on the 1st layer may be
made on the same joist. Stagger butt joints by
600mm min between layers.
Floating butt
joints on 2nd
layer

and laminate to 1st layer at 200mm max
centres. Stagger butt joints by 600mm min on
adjoining sheets.
200mm max

Stagger butt joints by 600mm
min on adjoining sheets

150mm max for square set
Openings and
Control Joints
Fire Sealant

Jointing 1st
Layer

tape is not required
Jointing Face
Layer

Stagger butt joints

by 600mm min
between layers
Wall Abutment Cornice: Fix at 200mm max centres
355

WALL JUNCTIONS, DOORS AND WINDOWS PLAN VIEW
Systems KX1 and KX5 only

GIB X-Block
jointing compound
(both layers)
GIB X-Block jointing

compound (both layers)
1 layer of 13mm Knauf

plasterboard as specied

FIGURE 9 Typical Section

FIGURE 10 T Junction
Set external
corner bead
2 layers of 13mm
GIB X-Block

2 layers of 13mm
GIB X-Block



Lead equivalent
protective layer
Lead equivalent
door
Lead equivalent
protective layer
2 layers of 13mm
GIB X-Block
2 layers of 13mm
GIB X-Block
Lead equivalent
glass
FIGURE 13 Door Jamb
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FIGURE 14 Window Jamb


PENETRATIONS
2 layers of 13mm
GIB X-Block
Bafes of 13mm GIB X-Block

enclosing the pipe with the same
number of layers as the main
wall lining
2 layers of 13mm
GIB X-Block
1 layer of 13mm
Knauf plasterboard
as specied
Bafes of 13mm
GIB X-Block enclosing
the pipe with the same
number of layers as the
main wall lining

FIGURE 15 Pipe Penetration

Plan view

Elevation
2 layers of 13mm
GIB X-Block

enclosing the switch box with the
same number of layers as the
main wall lining
2 layers of 13mm
GIB X-Block

FIGURE 17 Switch Boxes

Plan view
1 layer of 13mm
Knauf plasterboard
as specied
Bafes of 13mm
the switch box with the
same number of layers as
the main wall lining

Elevation
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NON-FIRE RATED
System KX2 only
1 layer of 13mm
GIB X-Block
1 layer of 13mm GIB X-Block
1 layer of 13mm
Knauf plasterboard
as specied
GIB X-Block
jointing compound
1 layer of 13mm GIB X-Block
GIB X-Block
jointing compound
GIB X-Block
jointing compound
GIB X-Block
jointing compound
Set external
corner bead
1 layer of 13mm
GIB X-Block
GIB X-Block
jointing compound
1 layer of 13mm
GIB X-Block
1 layer of 13mm
GIB X-Block
GIB X-Block
jointing compound
1 layer of 13mm
GIB X-Block

Lead equivalent
protective layer
Lead equivalent
door
FIGURE 23 Door Jamb
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Lead equivalent
protective layer
1 layer of 13mm
GIB X-Block
1 layer of 13mm
GIB X-Block
Lead equivalent
glass
1 layer of 13mm
GIB X-Block
1 layer of 13mm
GIB X-Block
NON-FIRE RATED
PENETRATIONS
System KX2 only
1 layer of 13mm
GIB X-Block

wall lining
1 layer of 13mm
GIB X-Block
1 layer of 13mm
GIB X-Block
1 layer of 13mm
GIB X-Block
Bafes of 13mm GIB

X-Block enclosing the
pipe with the same
main wall lining

Plan view

Elevation
1 layer of 13mm
GIB X-Block

main wall lining
1 layer of 13mm
GIB X-Block
1 layer of 13mm
GIB X-Block

Plan view
1 layer of 13mm
GIB X-Block
Bafes of 13mm GIB

X-Block enclosing the
switch box with the same
main wall lining

Elevation
359

WALL JUNCTIONS, DOORS AND WINDOWS - PLAN VIEW
GIB X-Block
jointing compound
(all layers)

compound (all layers)



Set external
corner bead
3 layers of 13mm
GIB X-Block

3 layers of 13mm
GIB X-Block



Lead equivalent
protective layer
Lead equivalent
door
Lead equivalent
protective layer
3 layers of 13mm
GIB X-Block
3 layers of 13mm
GIB X-Block
Lead equivalent
glass
FIGURE 33 Door Jamb
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PENETRATIONS
3 layers of 13mm
GIB X-Block

wall lining
3 layers of 13mm
GIB X-Block

Plan view

Elevation
3 layers of 13mm
GIB X-Block

main wall lining
3 layers of 13mm
GIB X-Block
1 layer of 13mm
Knauf plasterboard
as specied
Bafes of 13mm


Plan view

Elevation
361
Bafes of 13mm
main wall lining

1 layer of 13mm
Knauf plasterboard
as specied
FIRE RATED
System KX7 only
1 layer of 13mm
GIB X-Block


GIB X-Block
jointing compound
1 layer of 13mm
GIB X-Block

1 layer of 13mm
GIB X-Block
FIGURE 40 T-Junction
Set external
corner bead
2 layers of 13mm
GIB X-Block

2 layers of 13mm
GIB X-Block
1 layer of 13mm
GIB X-Block
1 layer of 13mm
GIB X-Block

Lead equivalent
protective layer
Lead equivalent
door

Lead equivalent
protective layer
2 layers of 13mm
GIB X-Block
2 layers of 13mm
GIB X-Block
Lead equivalent
glass
1 layer of 13mm
GIB X-Block
FIGURE 43 Door Jamb
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1 layer of 13mm
GIB X-Block
FIRE RATED
PENETRATIONS
System KX7 only
2 layers of 13mm
GIB X-Block

wall lining
2 layers of 13mm
GIB X-Block
1 layer of 13mm
GIB X-Block
1 layer of 13mm
GIB X-Block
Bafes of 13mm
main wall lining

Pipe penetration Plan view

Elevation
2 layers of 13mm
GIB X-Block

main wall lining
2 layers of 13mm
GIB X-Block
1 layer of 13mm
GIB X-Block

Plan view
1 layer of 13mm
GIB X-Block
Bafes of 13mm

Elevation
363
3.6.6
Curved Walls and Ceilings
INSTALLATION
365
Framing
Plasterboard Fixing
365
365
366
CONSTRUCTION
DETAILS
368
INTRODUCTION
With careful installation and proper
This section provides details on
Plasterboard can be curved

to create imaginative
architectural effects.
framing methods, tightly curved
how to bend plasterboard, including
walls and ceilings are possible.
installation, framing geometry and
CurveShield is designed for this
bend radius information.
purpose and will achieve the tightest

curves. All of the Knauf plasterboard
product range can be curved
if required.
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Only use CurveShield for applications where the radius is less than 900mm.
Fix ceiling framing at 300mm maximum centres for installation of CurveShield.
Ensure that the radius on the convex side is not too tight for the corresponding concave side.
Stagger recessed edges and butt joints by 200mm minimum between layers.
Curve plasterboard along the short edge (widthways) for tighter radii and easier jointing.
Curve re rated walls and ceilings to a minimum radius of 3000mm.
WETTING CURVED PLASTERBOARD
A Rondo Flexi-Track and stud system is
recommended for framing curved walls
or ceilings.
Hot, humid conditions are ideal for curving plasterboard.

In cold, low-humidity conditions or if very tight curves are
required, prepare the plasterboard as follows:
Avoid joints parallel to studs in the

curved section.
Use a clean paint roller or sponge to apply a small

amount of water to the plasterboard surface that will
be in compression. Add a small amount of detergent
to the water in very dry conditions to act as a
wetting agent.
A minimum of two layers of CurveShield

is recommended.
Allow at least 15 minutes for the water to soak

in before bending the plasterboard.
FRAMING
MAXIMUM FRAME SPACING AND MINIMUM CURVE RADIUS FOR CURVESHIELD
Curve Radius (mm)
250-450
450-650
650-900
900-1000
1000-1500
1500-2000
2000-2500
2500-3000
3000-4000
> 4000
Maximum Framing Centres (mm)

Concave CurveShield
Curved along length
200
200
200
250
300
350
450
550
Convex CurveShield
Curved along length
200
200
200
200
250
300
350
450
550
Concave CurveShield
Curved along width
150
150
150
200
250
300
350
450
550
Convex CurveShield
Curved along width
125
150
150
150
200
250
300
350
450
550
MAXIMUM FRAME SPACING AND MINIMUM CURVE RADIUS FOR OTHER PLASTERBOARD
MastaShield only
All plasterboard except AcoustiShield*
Curve Radius (mm)

900-1000
1000-1500
1500-2000
2000-2500
2500-3000
3000-4000
> 4000
Maximum Framing Centres (mm)
10mm
150
200
250
300
350
400
500
13mm
150
200
250
300
400
500
16mm
200
250
350
*AcoustiShield has a minimum curve radius of 5000mm
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The minimum curve radius is determined

by the concave side.
Only the face layer needs to be jointed.
PLASTERBOARD FIXING
FIGURE 1 Concave Wall Horizontal
Curved lengthways
200mm max stud
spacing around curve
200mm min / 300mm
max to rst stud in
straight section
200mm min /
300mm max to rst
stud in straight section
150m
m max
200mm max
staggered
Fixing
Sheet Layout
Fasteners
Screw Only Method
Field
Fix at 150mm max centres on straight

sections. Do not x screws on the eld
of the plasterboard in the curved section.
Recessed
Edges
Butt Joints
Fix on each stud. Stagger recessed edges

Sealant

Fixing
Sheet Layout
Perimeter
Field

Horizontal

screws. Stagger butt joints by 300mm
between layers and on opposite sides
of the wall.
10-15mm
50mm
650mm minimum radius
FIGURE 2 Concave Wall Vertical

Curved widthways
200mm min /
300mm max to rst
stud in straight
section
Fix on
each stud
150mm max stud

200mm min /
300mm max to rst
stud in straight
section
Vertical
Recessed Edges Fix screws at 200mm max centres. Fix nails

Stagger recessed edges by 300mm min on
Butt Joints
150m
m max

Stagger butt joints by 600mm min on adjoining
sheets and on opposite sides of the wall. 1st
layer butt joints must be backed by a nogging.

Internal and
External Corners
Openings
Fire Sealant
200mm max
staggered
10-15mm

Jointing Face
Layer

50mm
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Screw Only Method
Field
Fix at 150mm max centres on straight

sections. Do not x screws on the eld
of the plasterboard in the curved section.
Recessed
Edges
Butt Joints
Fix on each stud. Stagger recessed edges

Sealant

Fixing
Sheet Layout
Fasteners
Screw Only Method
Field
Fix at 150mm max centres on straight sections.

Do not x screws on the eld of the plasterboard
in the curved section.
Recessed
Edges

min between layers and on opposite sides of
the wall.
Butt Joints
Fix at 200mm max centres and stagger screws.

layers, on adjoining sheets and on opposite
sides of the wall. 1st layer butt joints must be
Sealant

50mm
Fix on
each stud
150mm
max
200mm max
staggered
Horizontal

screws. Stagger butt joints by 300mm
between layers and on opposite sides
of the wall.
10-15mm
200mm min /
300mm max to rst
stud in straight
section
200mm min /
300mm max to rst
stud in straight
section
200mm max stud
FIGURE 4 Convex Wall Vertical

Curved widthways
50mm
Fix on
each stud
150mm
max
200mm max
staggered
Vertical
10-15mm
200mm min / 300m

max to rst stud in
straight section
200mm min / 300mm

max to rst stud in
straight section
125mm max stud
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Fixing
Sheet Layout
Fasteners
FIGURE 3 Convex Wall Horizontal

Curved lengthways
NON-FIRE RATED
CURVED WALL AND CEILING DETAIL
Stud spacing
Convex curve
Plasterboard
Flexible track
Concave curve
FIGURE 5 Curved Wall

Plan view
368
1200mm max
Screw each side of

lock-key to top cross rail
Top cross rail (curved)
150mm max
Refer to curve table
FIGURE 6 Curved Suspended Ceiling

Elevation
1200mm max
Furring channel
(curved)
A-clip
Curved plasterboard
FIGURE 7 Curved Ceiling

Elevation
369
370
FINISHING
PLASTERBOARD
4.1
Levels of Finish
372
Australian Standard Requirements
372
Level 3 Finish
373
Level 4 Finish
373
Level 5 Finish
373
4.2
Back-Blocking
374
Back-Blocking Requirements
374
Back-Blocking Ceiling Recessed Joints
375
Back-Blocking Butt Joints on Ceilings and Walls
376
4.3
Jointing Plasterboard
378
Compounds
378
Three Coat Jointing System
380
Internal and External Corners
381
4.4
Cornice Installation
4.5
Painting Plasterboard
382
382
383
Australian Standard Requirements
383
Sealer Undercoat Application
384
Paint Application
384
Inspection
384
Glancing Light
385
Minimising Glancing Light
386
4.6
371
4.1
Levels of Finish
AUSTRALIAN STANDARD
REQUIREMENTS
372
LEVEL 3 FINISH
373
LEVEL 4 FINISH
373
LEVEL 5 FINISH
373
Plasterboard is nished
using plaster jointing
compounds, which are
sanded and then nally
painted to achieve
a smooth and even
appearance.
that is perfectly at and totally free of
AUSTRALIAN STANDARD
REQUIREMENTS
imperfections. By paying attention to
The plasterboard installation standard
framing, plasterboard sheet orientation,
AS 2589:2007, Gypsum linings
paint nishes and lighting conditions, it
Application and nishing, refers to
is possible to attain the perception
three Levels of Finish (Levels 3, 4
of atness.
and 5). The standard nominates Level
Careful workmanship is required at
4 as the default nish unless otherwise
each stage of construction to achieve
specied. Installation in accordance
a high quality nish. If faults are not
with Knauf instructions will achieve
corrected at the earliest opportunity it
a Level 4 Finish.
No building lining system has a surface
may be impossible to disguise them

afterwards. In addition, there are some
key design principles that should be
followed to avoid conditions known
to highlight imperfections.
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AS 2589 denes allowable deviations in the atness of

the framing surface to achieve the required level of nish.
Framing members must have a minimum xing face width
of 32mm for screw xing and 35mm for nail xing.
Framing should be true, plumb and level. Before installing
plasterboard, the frame must be at enough for the required
level of nish. Over a 1.8m straight edge the frame must
not deviate more than the values listed in Table 1.
LEVEL 3 FINISH
LEVEL 5 FINISH
A Level 5 Finish is the highest level of nish dened in
the Australian Standard. Installation of the frame and
plasterboard, nishing with compounds and the correct
application of paint all contribute to a Level 5 Finish.
Even if completed correctly, a Level 5 Finish may not
result in all surface deviations being concealed,
only minimised.
A Level 5 Finish is recommended where gloss, semi-gloss
or deep tone paints are used, or in harsh or critical
lighting conditions which are referred to as glancing
A Level 3 Finish is recommended where no decoration is
light. Higher standards are required for frame atness,
required such as walls above ceilings and concealed storage
jointing and back-blocking. It involves skim coating
areas. The requirements for a Level 3 Finish are:
the entire wall or ceiling to provide an even surface
Framing as per the requirements in Table 1
texture and porosity, as well as to conceal joints and
A bedding coat and second coat on all face layer

joints and corners.
LEVEL 4 FINISH
xing points. The skim coat would not normally exceed

1mm in thickness.
The requirements for a Level 5 Finish are:
Level 4 is the default nish and is recommended for
Framing as per requirements in Table 1
most applications when lighting is favourable and
Back-blocking of all ceiling joints and wall butt joints
light tone, at or low sheen paints are used. The
Joints nished as detailed in Section 4.3 Three Coat

Jointing System
requirements for a Level 4 Finish are:

Framing and back-blocking as per the requirements
in Table 1
Face layer joints nished as detailed in Section 4.3
Three Coat Jointing System
Application of a skim coat over the entire surface

to provide uniform texture and porosity
A quality three coat paint system as detailed in
Section 4.5 Painting Plasterboard.
A quality three coat paint system as detailed in

Section 4.5 Painting Plasterboard.
For a premium Level 4 Finish use MastaDeco.

[Refer to the latest MastaDeco brochure
on the website]
TABLE 1 Level of Finish Requirements for Non-Fire Rated Systems
Level 3
Level 4
Level 5
Back-block recessed joints on ceilings with 3 or more recessed joints
Optional
Back-block recessed joints on ceilings with less than 3 recessed joints
Optional
Optional1
Minimum number of coats for jointing
3 and
Skim Coat
Maximum frame deviation of 90% of area (mm)3
Maximum frame deviation of remaining area (mm)3
Ceiling butt joints permitted on framing members

Wall butt joints permitted on framing members
1
2
3
2
2
2
2
Back-blocking not required for recessed joints on suspended ceiling with no rigid connection at wall/ceiling junction.
Back-blocking is required on these joints. [For more information, Refer to Section 4.2]
Over a 1.8m straight edge the frame must not deviate by more than these values.
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4.1 Levels of Finish
FRAMING REQUIREMENTS FOR EACH

LEVEL OF FINISH
4.2
BACK-BLOCKING
REQUIREMENTS
Back-Blocking
374
BACK-BLOCKING CEILING
RECESSED JOINTS
375
BACK-BLOCKING BUTT
JOINTS ON CEILINGS
AND WALLS
376
FIGURE 1 Spreading MastaBlock on the Back of a Back-Blocking Strip
BACK-BLOCKING
REQUIREMENTS
Back-blocking is a method
for reinforcing plasterboard
joints to minimise joint
cracking and peaking.
Back-blocked joints use strips of
Each level of nish has specic
plasterboard adhered to the back of
joint location and back-blocking
the joint between the framing members.
requirements. [Refer to Table 1
Back-blocking adhesive must be set
Section 4.1]
before commencing jointing.
TABLE 2 Back-Blocking Requirements

Back-Blocking
Required
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Butt joints not made on a framing member
Ceiling joints in balconies and breezeways
Joints using MastaLite or MastaCoat3 for all three coats

except those made over a framing member
Joints using self-adhesive breglass tape except those

made over a framing member
Joints made over a framing member

Multi-layer systems
Wall butt joints less than 400mm in length and more than
2 metres above the oor
BACK-BLOCKING CEILING
RECESSED JOINTS
Use a notched spreader to apply MastaBlock

to the back-blocking strips to form 6mm beads
at right angles to the joint.
It is strongly recommended to back-block all ceiling
Apply back-blocking strips rmly to the back

of the joint.
recessed joints.
Method
Where there is no access to the back of the ceiling,

x the rst ceiling sheet, apply MastaBlock to the
back-blocking strip and place it midway on the
board, then x the next board.
Ensure the back of the plasterboard is free of dust

and dirt.
Cut back-blocking strips 200mm minimum wide
and long enough to t loosely between the framing
members with a gap not greater than 30mm at
each end.
Overlap recessed
joint by 50mm min
4.2 Back-Blocking
Allow MastaBlock to set before commencing

any jointing.
Ceiling frame
Recessed joint
back-blocking strip
400mm min
wide
200mm min
Gap 30mm max
Butt joint
back-blocking strip
Plasterboard
ceiling
FIGURE 2 Placement of Back-Blocking Strips For Recessed and Butt Joints
Back-blocking batten
(Rondo B005)
Furring channel
300mm max
Gap 30mm max
400mm min
wide
200mm min
Butt joint
back-blocking strip
Recessed edge
back-blocking strip
Plasterboard
ceiling
100mm min
FIGURE 3 Placement of Back-Blocking Batten and Back-Blocking Strips for Recessed and Butt Joints
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375
BACK-BLOCKING BUTT JOINTS

ON CEILINGS AND WALLS
Wall butt joints need support for the back-blocking

strips as shown in Figure 6.
Butt joints are more difcult to conceal than recessed
Use a notched spreader to apply MastaBlock to the

back-blocking strips to form 6mm beads at right angles
to the joint.
joints so they should be minimised. If butt joints are

unavoidable, concealing them can be made easier
by creating the joint mid-way between framing
members, forming a recess and back-blocking.
Butt joint requirements differ for each level of nish.
[Refer to Table 1 Section 4.1]
4.2 Back-Blocking
METHOD
Create a recess by using either back-blocking battens
as shown in Figure 4 or packers as shown in Figure 5
and 6.
Ensure the back of the plasterboard is free of dust
and dirt.
Apply back-blocking strips rmly to the back

of the joint.
Where there is no access to the back of the ceiling,
x the rst ceiling sheet. Apply MastaBlock to the
back-blocking strip and place it midway on the
board, then x the next board.
Allow MastaBlock to set before commencing
any jointing.
Where possible, avoid wall butt joints over single
doors and cavity sliding doors to minimise joint
cracking from vibration.
Cut back-blocking strips 400mm minimun

wide and long enough to t loosely between
the framing members. Back-blocking strips are
to overlap recessed joints by 50mm minimum.
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Back-blocking batten
(Rondo B0005)
Screws
Non-re rated
plasterboard
Compound
Butt joint with back-blocking batten

FIGURE 4 Creating a Recess at Butt Joints Using Back-Blocking Battens Elevation
Back-blocking
plasterboard strip
4.2 Back-Blocking
Packer
MastaBlock
Batten
Butt joint with temporary batten and packer

Back-blocking
plasterboard strip
MastaBlock
Non-re rated
plasterboard
Compound
Ceiling butt joint with back-blocking plasterboard strip

FIGURE 5 Creating a Recess at a Butt Joint Elevation
Temporary laminating screws

Back-blocking
plasterboard strip
Packer
MastaBlock
Wall butt joint with temporary cleat and packer
Batten
Back-blocking
plasterboard strip
MastaBlock
Non-re rated
plasterboard
Compound
Wall butt joint with back-blocking plasterboard strip

FIGURE 6 Creating a Recess at a Wall Butt Joint Using Laminating Screws Plan View
377
377
4.3
Jointing Plasterboard
COMPOUNDS
378
THREE COAT
JOINTING SYSTEM
380
INTERNAL AND
EXTERNAL CORNERS
381
B
BASE
LLONGSETT
BEDDING CEMENT
BEDDING CEMENT
HIGH JOINT STRENGTH

EASY TO SCRAPE BACK
QUICK DRYING
FREE FLOWING
SMOOTH EDGES
EASY TO RETROWEL
FFINISH
INISH
H
FINISHING COMPOUND
SUPERIOR FINISH
20kg
20kg
20k
20kg
20kg
GREAT SANDING
LOW SHRINKAGE
20kgg
SUPERIOR FINISH
QUICK DRYING
EASY TO SCRAPE BACK
HIGH JOINT STRENGTH
IDEAL FOR ELECTRIC SANDING
20kg
FINISH
JOINTING COMPOUND
FREE FLOWING
20kg
EASY TO SAND
LLITE
ITE
GOOD BODY
20kg
EASY TO TROWEL
BEDDING CEMENT
FINISHING COMPOUND
SMOOTH TROWELLING
FINISHING COMPOUND
BASE
GLIDE
G
LIDEE
EASY TO TROWEL
EASY TO SAND
LOW SHRINKAGE
GLIDE
GREAT SANDING
SMOOTH TROWELLING
FINISHING COMPOUND
17kg
17kg
FREE FLOWING
LITE
IDEAL FOR ELECTRIC SANDING

GOOD BODY
JOINTING COMPOUND
EASY TO RETROWEL
SMOOTH EDGES
FREE FLOWING
BEDDING CEMENT
FIGURE 1 Knauf Compounds
Plasterboard walls
and ceilings are jointed
using compounds and
reinforced with paper
tape or corner beads.
All joints, internal and
external corners and
fastener heads must
be evenly nished with
compounds and lightly
sanded to remove tool
marks and ridges prior
to decoration.
COMPOUNDS
Joints in wet areas must use paper
Knauf compounds must be used with
tape. Areas to be tiled must only
Knauf systems. Performance of all
use MastaBase or MastaLongset.
systems in this guide rely on using
Multi-layer systems only require face
nominated Knauf compounds. Use
layer joints to be set, except GIB X-Block
of non-Knauf compounds may reduce
systems where all layers must be set.
a systems re and acoustic rating,

appearance or other aspects of
There are two types of products
performance.
used for jointing plasterboard: setting

cements and air-drying compounds.
To achieve the FRL, re rated systems

require as a minimum paper tape and
two coats of MastaBase/MastaLongset
or three coats of MastaLite. External
re rated wall systems with a moisture
barrier wall wrap and non-combustible
cladding covering the plasterboard do
not require jointing.
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SETTING CEMENTS
AIR-DRYING COMPOUNDS
Setting cements are plaster based, supplied in
Air-drying compounds are generally premixed and
powder form and when combined with water harden
harden by drying out. They are softer than setting
by chemical reaction. They create the strongest joint.
cements, and are designed for easy sanding.
Setting cements can be completely set but still damp.
Previous coats of air-drying compound or setting
In cold and humid conditions, additional coats of setting
cement must be completely dry before applying
cement can be applied to the joints when the cement is
the next coat and before sanding.
hard but before it is completely dry.

Hot and dry conditions may dry out the cement before
take longer to dry. Ventilation such as open windows or
it sets resulting in reduced strength and tape adhesion
an exhaust fan may be required. Air-drying compounds
issues. Accelerating and retarding additives must not
must not be used in temperatures lower than 10C.
be used as they can also reduce strength.

Setting cements must not be applied over air-drying
compounds.
TABLE 3 Type and Use of Compounds

Compounds
Type
Possible Compound
Applications
Bedding
Second
Wet Areas
Under Tiles
Fire Rated
Systems
Finish
Bedding Cements
MastaBase
Setting powder
MastaLongset
Setting powder
Finishing Compounds
MastaFinish
Air-drying premixed
MastaGlide
Air-drying premixed
All Purpose Compounds

MastaLite
Air-drying premixed
MastaCoat3
Air-drying premixed
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4.3 Jointing Plasterboard
In cold and humid conditions air-drying compounds may
THREE COAT JOINTING SYSTEM

The Three Coat Jointing System consists of a Bedding
Coat, a Second Coat and a Finish Coat of compound.
Level 4 Finish and Level 5 Finish must use the Three Coat
Jointing System for all joints and external corners. Internal
corners only require a Bedding Coat and a Finish Coat.
Paper tape is strongly recommended for

all joints.
Joints made using paper tape are stronger and
more durable than those made with breglass
tape. For the strongest joint, paper tape is
recommended with two coats of MastaBase
or MastaLongset and a nal coat of
MastaFinish or MastaLite.
If breglass tape is used, all joints must be
back-blocked. Fibreglass tape is not permitted for
use in wet areas or re rated systems.
BEDDING COAT (FIRST COAT)

Method
Fill any gaps more than 4mm at the joint and allow
compound to set or dry.
Using a 150mm broadknife, evenly ll the recess with
compound. [Refer to Figure 7 for minimum coat widths]
FIGURE 8 Bedding Coat
SECOND COAT
Method
Allow the rst coat of compound to set or dry.
Use a 200mm trowel to apply a second coat of
compound. [Refer to Figure 9] [Refer to Figure 7
for minimum coat widths]
Feather the joint edges to remove excess.
Place tape along the joint and bed it into the compound,
removing excess compound and any air bubbles from
behind the tape. [Refer to Figure 8]
Apply a skim coat of compound over the tape.
Use curved trowels for recessed joints and at
trowels for butt joints.
FIGURE 9 Second Coat
250mm
500mm
170mm
340mm
240mm
Bedding Coat
Bedding Coat
Second Coat
Second Coat
Finish Coat
Finish Coat
Recessed Joint and back-blocked Butt Joints

* Fill recess completely
Butt Joint made over a framing member
FIGURE 7 Minimum Coat Widths After Sanding
380
INTERNAL CORNERS
Method
Allow the second coat to set and dry. Lightly scrape

off any lumps and high spots of compound.
Use a 75mm broadknife to apply compound to

the corner.
Use a 280mm trowel to apply a third coat of

compound. [Refer to Figure 10] [Refer to Figure 7
for minimum coat widths]
Fold paper tape in half and bed it into the compound

using a corner taping tool.
Feather the joint edges to a smooth even surface,

removing any excess.
Allow the compound to dry before sanding.
Cover the tape with a thin coat of bedding compound

and remove any excess. Allow to set or dry.
Apply a nish coat with a 100mm broadknife to both
sides of the angle.
Feather the edges and nish the joint with an internal
angle nishing tool. Allow to dry.
Lightly sand to a smooth nish before painting.
EXTERNAL CORNERS
Method
Position a corner bead ensuring that it is plumb and
straight. [Refer to Figure 12]
FIGURE 10 Finish Coat
FASTENERS
Method
Cover fastener heads with three coats of compound
in a similar way to the joints. Apply each coat in a
different direction.
SANDING
Method
Lightly sand to a smooth even surface using a sanding
oat and 180 grit paper or 220 sanding mesh. Use ner
paper for MastaLite (e.g. 220 paper). [Refer to Figure 11]
Fix the bead in place using fasteners or staples

at 300mm centres on both sides.
Treat external corner beads with the three coat jointing
system as described previously. The minimum width of
the three coats on both sides of the external corner is:
Bedding coat 200mm
Second coat 230mm
Finish coat 250mm.
Do not expose or scuff the paper linerboard

while sanding.
Use power sanders with care as they can easily
over sand the joint.
A nished joint should have a slight crown.
300mm
FIGURE 12 Corner Bead on External Corner

FIGURE 11 Sanding
381
FINISH COAT (THIRD COAT)

Method
4.4
CORNICE
INSTALLATION
382
FIGURE 13
Butter Up
FIGURE 14
Position Cornice
FIGURE 16
Mitres
FIGURE 17
Wipe Down
FIGURE 15
Clean Off Excess
TABLE 4 Type and Use of Compounds Cornice Cements
Cornice is used to
complete the decoration
of the building. Cornice is
xed to walls and ceilings
using cornice cements,
which are setting cement
adhesives available in
powder form.
Cornice cements are
selected depending on
the length and stability of
the setting time, as well as
their features for practical
application, such as the
ability to work back the
cornice cement, polish
mitres and the strength
of the bond.
Compounds
Type
Setting
Time
Minutes
Cornicing
Patching
45
45
20
Jointing
(1st and 2nd Coat)
Cornice Cements
MastaCove45
MastaCove75
MastaSmooth
Setting
Powder
Setting
Powder
Setting
Powder
75
3-in-1 Specialty Cement

MastaFix20
Setting
Powder
Method
Ensure that wall and ceiling
surfaces are free of dust and dirt.
Measure and cut all cornices to the
required lengths. Cut internal and
external mitres using a mitre box.
Avoid joints in straight runs where
possible. If necessary, mitred joints
are recommended.
Measure and mark cornice
projection on wall and ceiling
to ensure accurate placement.
Mix only the quantity of cornice
cement that can be used within the
setting time.
382
Applications
Spread a 10mm continuous bead

of cement along both back edges
and the mitred end of the cornice.
[Figure 13]
Press the cornice into place and if
necessary hold with temporary nails
in the wall and ceiling along the
edges of the cornice. [Figure 14]
Clean off excess and remove nails
when cement has partially set.
[Figure 15]
Straight stop along cornice edge at
wall and ceiling. Finish mitres using
a small cornice tool. [Figure 16]
Wipe down the cornice with a wet
sponge. [Figure 17]
4.5
Painting Plasterboard
AUSTRALIAN STANDARD
REQUIREMENTS
383
SEALER UNDERCOAT
APPLICATION
384
PAINT APPLICATION
384
INSPECTION
384
AUSTRALIAN STANDARD
REQUIREMENTS
coats. Both the quality of the paint
Painting systems and methods are
effect on the nished appearance of
detailed in Australian Standard
the plasterboard.
AS/NZS 2311, Guide to the
Two coat paint systems are not
painting of buildings.
recommended by AS/NZS 2311 as
If painting plasterboard, a Three
they often do not meet the customers
Coat Paint System must be
expectations by showing up joints
applied. This consists of a sealer
through texture and sheen variations.
and how it is applied have a large
undercoat followed by two top
To achieve a good quality painted nish, the following recommendations

in addition to the three coat paint system should be followed:
Apply paint according to the manufacturers recommendations.
Avoid spraying or brushing which require advanced application
techniques.
Choose white or light colours and at or low sheen paints.
Select a Level 5 Finish when using medium to high gloss paints and dark
colours, especially in areas of glancing light. These paints highlight any minor
imperfections in the plasterboard and make the joints more visible.
383
SEALER UNDERCOAT APPLICATION
INSPECTION
RECOMMENDATIONS
The nal inspection of a plasterboard wall or ceiling
Ensure surfaces are set and dry.
occurs after painting. AS/NZS 2311 recommends that
Lightly sand any minor surface defects and brush down

surfaces to remove dust.
visual inspection of nished surfaces of plasterboard be
Apply a sealer undercoat suitable for plasterboard,

preferably with a roller. Plasterboard that has been
exposed to sunlight and/or is discoloured will require
a stain sealer undercoat.
of 1.5 to 2 metres from the surface. If differences of
Ensure that the sealer undercoat is applied such that the

plasterboard paper bres remain at.
Check for any unsuitable surface imperfections
and repair.
4.5 Painting Plasterboard
Lightly sand with ne to medium grade paper before

applying top coats.
carried out in ordinary lighting, sighting from a distance

appearance are not clearly discernable the nish is
usually considered acceptable.
For more information on glancing light, painting
and other subjects affecting the appearance of
plasterboard walls and ceilings, refer to:
www.awci.org.au (Association of Wall and
Ceiling Industries Australia and New Zealand).
www.apmf.asn.au
(Australian Paint Manufacturers Association).
Avoid overworking sealer undercoat on plasterboard

joints to avoid paint lifting.
PAINT APPLICATION
RECOMMENDATIONS
Ensure surfaces are dry.
Lightly sand any minor surface defects and brush down
surfaces to remove dust.
Cut in edges with a brush.
Apply paint to the broad areas with an appropriate
10mm nap roller. The roller nap gives a slight texture
that improves the overall evenness of nish.
Ensure each paint lm is dry before applying the
next coat.
If plasterboard is to be spray painted, the paint must
not be diluted more than the manufacturer recommends.
While the sealer undercoat is still wet, the surface should
be back rolled to leave a roller nish. This helps to
equalise the surface texture between the plasterboard and
the set joints. For best results also back roll 2nd and 3rd
coats. Any minor paint touch-ups can then be done with
a roller rather than having to re-spray.
384
4.6
MINIMISING
GLANCING LIGHT
Glancing Light
386
Glancing light is natural or

articial light that is cast
along a surface.
The glancing light condition
can occur even when the
wall or ceiling has been built
according to AS/NZS 2589.
Glancing light effects are
directly linked to the type and
placement of light sources
relative to ceilings and walls.
Glancing light can highlight the
Attention can also be drawn to minor
following surface conditions:
deviations inherent in the manufacture
Sheet joints
and installation of plasterboard.
Surface irregularities
Patches
Variations in paint application
technique.
385
MINIMISING GLANCING LIGHT
LEVEL 5 FINISH
INTERIOR DESIGN
A Level 5 Finish is the highest level of nish possible
The following are recommendations to reduce the effect
and can assist in reducing the effect of glancing light.
of glancing light:
By covering the entire surface, the skim coat of a Level
Avoid full length windows in direct sunlight

Avoid locating windows close to perpendicular wall
and ceiling surfaces during design phase
Diffuse light entering a room by using curtains, blinds
or other window treatments
Introduce curtains or blinds where windows are close
to wall and ceiling surfaces
Use low gloss, light coloured paints applied with
a brush or roller.
5 Finish lls any slight impressions in the surface, and

removes the difference in texture and paint absorption
between plasterboard and the joints. The framer, plasterer
and painter all need to cooperate and contribute to
providing a Level 5 Finish. Even when applied correctly,
a Level 5 Finish is no guarantee that all surface deviations
will be invisible, only minimised. [Refer to Section 4.1 for
details on Level 5 Finish]
FRAMING
Framing members should be straight and aligned.
SHEET ORIENTATION
Plasterboard sheets should be xed parallel to the light
source. Also arrange the sheets to minimise the number
4.6 Glancing Light
of joints.
LIGHTING
Glancing light caused by articial lighting can be
addressed by changing the type and/or positioning of
the light ttings. Natural lighting problems are normally
caused by building geometry. An example is running
windows right to the edge of the ceiling or wall line.
The following are recommendations for design
of light ttings:
Use recessed downlights and recessed
uorescent tubes
Shade batten-xed bulbs on the ceiling and table lamps
Avoid designs that will create glancing light conditions
where possible
Position downlights so that they do not shine down
the surface of a wall.
For a premium Level 4 Finish use MastaDeco
[Refer to the latest MastaDeco brochure
on the website]
386
System Index
KAS2
KAS3
KAS5
KAS6
KAS8
KAS9
KAS12
KAS13
KAS15
KAS20
KAS21
KAS24
KAS25
KAS28
KAS31
KAS32
KAS34
KAS35
KAS44
KAS45
KAS46
KAS48
KAS50
KAS51
KAS54
KAS64
KAS65
KAS68
KAS70
KAS72
KAS74
KAS83
KAS85
KAS88
KAS91
KAS95
KAS100
KAS101
KAS102
KAS106
KAS108
KAS110
KAS111
KAS114
KAS120
KCAC1
KCAC3
KCAC5
KCAC7
KCAC10
KCAC11
KCAC14
KCAC16
KCAC17
KCAC18
KCAC19
KCAC20
KCAC22
KCAC23
KCAC24
KCAC26
KCAC27
KCAC28
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319
319
319
319
319
319
319
319
319
319
319
319
319
319
319
319
319
319
320
320
320
320
320
320
320
320
320
320
320
320
320
321
321
321
321
321
321
321
321
321
321
321
321
321
322
298
300
301
302
298
298
298
298
298
298
298
298
298
298
298
298
298
298
SYSTEM
KCAC30
KCAC31
KCAC34
KCAC36
KCAC37
KCAC38
KCAC39
KCAC40
KCAC42
KCAC43
KCAC44
KCAC46
KCAC47
KCAC48
KCAC50
KCAC51
KCAC54
KCAC56
KCAC57
KCAC58
KCAC59
KCAC60
KCAC62
KCAC63
KCAC64
KCAC66
KCAC67
KCAC68
KCAC70
KCAC71
KCAC74
KCAC76
KCAC77
KCAC78
KCAC79
KCAC80
KCAC82
KCAC83
KCAC84
KCAC86
KCAC87
KCAC88
KCAC120
KCAC121
KCAC122
KCAC123
KCAC124
KCAC126
KCAC127
KCAC128
KF10
KF11
KF14
KF16
KF17
KF18
KF19
KF20
KF21
KF24
KF26
KF27
KF28
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300
300
300
300
300
300
300
300
300
300
300
300
300
300
301
301
301
301
301
301
301
301
301
301
301
301
301
301
302
302
302
302
302
302
302
302
302
302
302
302
302
302
299
299
299
299
299
299
299
299
256
256
256
256
256
256
256
256
256
256
256
256
256
SYSTEM
KF29
KF30
KF31
KF34
KF36
KF37
KF38
KF39
KF40
KF41
KF44
KF46
KF47
KF48
KF49
KF50
KF51
KF54
KF56
KF57
KF58
KF59
KF120
KF121
KF124
KF126
KF127
KF128
KF129
KF130
KF131
KF134
KF136
KF137
KF138
KF139
KF210
KF211
KF212
KF213
KF214
KF215
KF216
KF217
KF218
KF220
KF221
KF222
KF223
KF224
KF225
KF226
KF227
KF228
KF230
KF231
KF232
KF233
KF234
KF235
KF236
KF237
KF238
Page No.
256
256
256
256
256
256
256
256
257
257
257
257
257
257
257
257
257
257
257
257
257
257
261
261
261
261
261
261
261
261
261
261
261
261
261
261
258
258
258
258
258
258
258
258
258
258
258
258
258
258
258
258
258
258
259
259
259
259
259
259
259
259
259
SYSTEM
KF240
KF241
KF242
KF243
KF244
KF245
KF246
KF247
KF248
KF250
KF251
KF252
KF253
KF254
KF255
KF256
KF257
KF258
KFET1
KFET2
KFET3
KLVD1
KLVD2
KMW15-1B
KMW15-1C
KMW15-1D
KMW15-1E
KMW15-2C
KMW15-2D
KMW15-2E
KMW15-2F
KMW15-3B
KMW15-3C
KMW15-3D
KMW15-3E
KMW15-3F
KMW15-4A
KMW15-4C
KMW15-4D
KMW15-5A
KMW15-5C
KMW15-5D
KMW15-6A
KMW15-6C
KMW15-6G
KMW16-2C
KMW16-2D
KMW16-2E
KMW16-3C
KMW16-3D
KMW16-3E
KMW16-5C
KMW18-7D
KMW25-1B
KMW25-1C
KMW25-1D
KMW25-1E
KMW25-3B
KMW25-3C
KMW25-3D
KMW25-3E
KMW25-3F
KMW25-5A
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259
259
259
259
259
259
259
259
259
260
260
260
260
260
260
260
260
260
340
340
340
324
324
144
144
144
144
145
145
145
145
146
146
146
146
146
147
147
147
148
148
148
149
149
149
145
145
145
146
146
146
148
147
144
144
144
144
146
146
146
146
146
148
SYSTEM
KMW25-5C
KMW25-5D
KMW25-6A
KMW25-6C
KMW25-6G
KMW26-3D
KMW28-2C
KMW28-2D
KMW28-2E
KMW28-2F
KMW28-4A
KMW28-4C
KMW28-4D
KMW29-2C
KMW60-1B
KMW60I-1B
KMW60-1C
KMW60-1D
KMW60-1E
KMW60-3B
KMW60-3C
KMW60-3D
KMW60-3E
KMW60-3F
KMW60-5A
KMW60-5C
KMW60-5D
KMW60-6A
KMW60-6C
KMW60-6G
KMW61-3C
KMW61-3D
KMW61-3E
KMW62
KMW66
KMW68-2C
KMW68-2D
KMW68-2E
KMW68-2F
KMW68-4A
KMW68-4C
KMW68-4D
KMW69-2C
KMW69-2D
KMW69-2E
KMW70
KMW72
KMW75
KMW76
KR10
KR11
KR14
KR16
KR17
KR18
KR19
KR20
KR21
KR24
KR26
KR27
KR28
KR29
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148
148
149
149
149
146
145
145
145
145
147
147
147
145
144
144
144
144
144
146
146
146
146
146
148
148
148
149
149
149
146
146
146
150
151
145
145
145
145
147
147
147
145
145
145
150
150
151
151
262
262
262
262
262
262
262
262
262
262
262
262
262
262
387
System Index
SYSTEM
System Index
SYSTEM
KR40
KR41
KR44
KR46
KR47
KR48
KR49
KR60
KR61
KR64
KR66
KR67
KR68
KR69
KR70
KR71
KR74
KR76
KR77
KR78
KR79
KR90
KR91
KR94
KR96
KR97
KR98
KR99
KR110
KR111
KR114
KR116
KR117
KR118
KR119
KR120
KR121
KR124
KR126
KR127
KR128
KR129
KR210
KR211
KR212
KR213
KR214
KR215
KR216
KR217
KR218
KR220
KR221
KR222
KR223
KR224
KR225
KR226
KR227
KR228
KR240
KR241
KR242
KR243
KR244
KR245
KR246
KR247
KR248
KR310
KR311
KR312
388
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262
262
262
262
262
262
262
263
263
263
263
263
263
263
263
263
263
263
263
263
263
263
263
263
263
263
263
263
266
266
266
266
266
266
266
266
266
266
266
266
266
266
264
264
264
264
264
264
264
264
264
264
264
264
264
264
264
264
264
264
265
265
265
265
265
265
265
265
265
267
267
267
SYSTEM
KR313
KR314
KR315
KR316
KR317
KR318
KR320
KR321
KR322
KR323
KR324
KR325
KR326
KR327
KR328
KSC2
KSC3
KSC5
KSC6
KSC7
KSC8
KSFP1
KSFP2
KSFP3
KSFP4
KSFP5
KSFP6
KSFP7
KSFP8
KSFP9
KSFP10
KSFP11
KSFP12
KSFP13
KSFP14
KSFP15
KSFP16
KSFP20
KSFP21
KSFP22
KSFP23
KSFP24
KSHW1
KSHW2
KSHW3
KSHWC1
KSHWC2
KSHWC3
KSHWC4
KSSW1
KSSW2
KSSW3
KSW10
KSW11
KSW12
KSW15
KSW15-ECO
KSW16
KSW16-ECO
KSW17
KSW17-ECO
KSW20
KSW21
KSW22
KSW25
KSW26
KSW27
KSW70
KSW73
KSW130
KSW131
KSW150
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267
267
267
267
267
267
267
267
267
267
267
267
267
267
267
304
304
304
305
305
305
331
331
331
331
331
331
331
331
331
331
331
331
331
331
331
331
332
332
332
332
332
229
229
229
313
313
313
314
222
222
222
33
33
33
34
35
34
35
34
35
36
36
36
37
37
37
188
180
163
163
164
SYSTEM
KSW151
KSW210
KSW211
KSW212
KSW215
KSW216
KSW217
KSW220
KSW221
KSW222
KSW225
KSW226
KSW227
KSW240
KSW241
KSW242
KSW245
KSW246
KSW247
KSW274
KSW301
KSW302
KSW304
KSW305
KSW310
KSW310-ECO
KSW311
KSW311-ECO
KSW312
KSW312-ECO
KSW314
KSW315
KSW316
KSW317
KSW319
KSW320
KSW321
KSW322
KSW325
KSW326
KSW327
KSW330
KSW331
KSW332
KSW335
KSW336
KSW337
KSW339
KSW340
KSW341
KSW342
KSW345
KSW346
KSW347
KSW371
KSW373
KSW380
KSW381
KSW382
KSW470
KSW471
KSW472
KSW473
KSW476
KSW477
KSW478
KSW479
KSW480
KSW481
KSW482
KSW483
KSW484
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164
38
38
38
40
40
40
42
42
42
43
43
43
39
39
39
41
41
41
180
47
47
52
52
44
46
44
46
44
46
47
51
51
51
52
55
55
55
57
57
57
59
59
59
61
61
61
62
48
48
48
53
53
53
188
188
60
62
62
181
181
182
181
183
184
184
184
185
185
186
185
186
SYSTEM
KSW486
KSW487
KSW488
KSW489
KSW491
KSW492
KSW494
KSW495
KSW510
KSW512
KSW516
KSW520
KSW522
KSW524
KSW526
KSW531
KSW532
KSW534
KSW535
KSW536
KSW540
KSW542
KSW545
KSW546
KSW610
KSW611
KSW612
KTW10
KTW11
KTW12
KTW15
KTW16
KTW17
KTW20
KTW21
KTW22
KTW25
KTW26
KTW27
KTW70
KTW73
KTW130
KTW131
KTW210
KTW211
KTW212
KTW215
KTW216
KTW217
KTW220
KTW221
KTW222
KTW225
KTW226
KTW227
KTW250
KTW251
KTW255
KTW256
KTW274
KTW301
KTW302
KTW304
KTW305
KTW310
KTW311
KTW312
KTW314
KTW315
KTW316
KTW317
KTW319
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186
187
187
187
182
183
182
183
49
49
54
56
56
58
58
60
60
63
63
63
50
50
54
54
45
45
45
93
93
93
94
94
94
95
95
95
96
96
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TECHNICAL

Knaufs comprehensive range of quality wall and

In Australia, Knauf has

excellent technical service and

sales support to continually

located in Matraville (Sydney)

manufacturers technical literature or

improve the quality of current

and Altona (Melbourne)

relevant Australian Standard.

products and systems, and

which supply plasterboard,

to identify innovative products,

compounds, cornice and

systems and solutions.

associated products and

will not be held responsible for any

This manual provides information

systems to the Australian

Knauf technical information is regularly

building industry through its

updated. To ensure this document is

national distribution network

Service Centre on 1300 724 505.

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KNAUF PRODUCT RANGE

3.1.1 Internal Steel Walls

3.1.2 Internal Timber Walls

3.1.3 Masonry Walls with Plasterboard

3.1.4 Wet Areas using Plasterboard

3.2.1 External Steel Walls

3.2.2 External Timber Walls

3.2.3 External Structural Walls

3.3.1 Shaft Wall

3.3.2 Security Walls

Timber Separating Walls (Construction Details only)

3.4.1 Ceilings Under a Floor and Under a Roof

3.4.2 Ceiling Attenuation Class Systems

3.5.1 Steel Stud Ceilings

3.5.2 Horizontal Shaft Wall

3.6.1 Soil and Waste Pipe Acoustic Systems

3.6.2 Fire Rated Laminated Vertical Duct

3.6.3 Column and Beam Fire Protection

3.6.4 Fire Escape Tunnel

3.6.6 Curved Walls and Ceilings

Technical Advice 1300 724 505 knaufplasterboard.com.au

Technical Advice 1300 724 505 knaufplasterboard.com.au

Certied by Global GreenTag to

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1200 2400 2700 3000 3600 4200 4800 5400 6000

*Weights indicated are nominal.

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1200 2400 2700 3000 3600 4200 4800 5400 6000

All Purpose Compound

Cornice and Specialty

Masonry Walls Only

*Weights indicated are nominal.

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Technical Advice 1300 724 505 knaufplasterboard.com.au

Care and Use of Plasterboard

Storage, Delivery and Handling

Condensation and Ventilation

Exposure to High Humidity

Exposure to Excessive Heat