Instalación Profesional de Pladur en Menorca

The main ones are: standard board (A/BA) for general use, moisture-resistant board (H, green) for bathrooms and kitchens, fire-rated board (F/DF, pink) with EI-30 to EI-120 classification, acoustic board (AC) of high density for sound insulation, and high-hardness board (AD/Impact) for high-traffic areas. The choice depends on the use, applicable regulations and the conditions of the space.

In Spain, the three reference brands are Saint-Gobain Placo (Pladur®, which has given the generic name to the system), Knauf and Lafarge. All three meet UNE-EN 520 and offer equivalent performance in standard board. Differences appear in special technical systems (acoustic, high-rating fire-resistant), where each manufacturer has proprietary solutions.

Yes, with suitable fixings. For light objects up to 5 kg (pictures, small mirrors) drywall-specific plugs (Fischer HM or similar) are enough. For medium loads of 10-30 kg (shelves, televisions) expansion anchors of the Toggler or Molly type are used. For heavy loads (fitted wardrobes, boilers, wall-hung sanitaryware) the metal frame is reinforced with additional studs and cross-rails before fitting the board. This reinforcement is planned during the technical visit.

Yes, but always after applying a coat of sealer primer. Drywall has a porous surface that absorbs paint unevenly if not primed first: some areas stay matt and others satin, producing a patchy finish. We leave the work with joints treated (filler and tape) and surfaces sanded, ready for the painting team to prime and paint.

Yes, and it is one of the greatest strengths of the system. As a dry installation there is no bulky rubble, no heavy construction dust and no odour. We section off the home with protective plastic, work in one area and leave the rest free. A living-room false ceiling (20 m²) can be installed in one day with the client at home. For multi-day renovations we coordinate schedules with the owner.

Electrical, plumbing, ventilation and HVAC services are routed through the cavity created by the metal frame before closing with board. We coordinate with the electrician and plumber so cables and pipes are left set out in their final position. In false ceilings, accessible junction boxes are installed and REBT separations are respected. Switches and sockets are recessed with a universal drywall box (KU68 type).

The main ones are: impact screwdriver with depth-limiting clutch (to avoid tearing the paper), shears or knife for cutting boards, a carpenter's plane for chamfers, 10-40 cm trowels for fillers, sanding pad with 120-220 grit, self-levelling laser for ceiling set-out, and snips for metal framing. All the equipment is professional and we bring it ourselves; the client does not need to provide anything.