In recent years, there has been great popularity amongbuilders have won over plasterboard. Sheets of this material can be used in a variety of jobs when finishing a room. It is very easy to install. For designers, this material opens up a huge field for fantasy. In most cases, a single-level ceiling using such sheets is made to create additional sound insulation. A more complex design is distinguished by . They make it possible to make lighting on the ceiling, create the necessary holes and cut out original figured steps.
Scheme of the plasterboard ceiling frame.Do-it-yourself installation is available to almost everyone, even if they have never dealt with such work. Sheets of plasterboard are attached to a special aluminum profile with guides. The result is a frame in which wires and various communications are hidden. A plasterboard multi-level ceiling has certain functions:
In order for the installation of a multi-level plasterboard ceiling to be successful, it is necessary to have a variety of tools:
Materials required for installing multi-level ceilings.
- perforator;
- Screwdriver;
- level;
- a building square;
- hacksaw;
- pliers;
- scissors for metal;
- pencil.
The following materials are mainly used:
- sheets of plasterboard;
- Metal profile to conduct the assembly of the frame;
- self-tapping screws;
- dowels.
To independently install plasterboard sheets and make a frame, two types of profiles are used:
- UD;
- CD.
A guide profile is screwed to the walls,which the ceiling profile is installed. It will form the frame. The "CD" profile allows for the addition of curvilinear geometry details to the plasterboard ceiling structure.
Number and features of levels
Of course, installing a multi-level ceiling fromplasterboard - this is the dream of many owners of premises, but the solution to this issue is related to the height of the ceiling. It is this value that regulates the number of levels that can be made in a certain room. In order to accurately calculate the number of levels, you first need to determine what the height of the very first level will be.
Scheme of multi-level suspended ceiling.To do this, find the lowest point on the ceiling, from which you need to measure 2.5 cm. A mark of this value is made on the wall. It becomes a reference point for installing other marks in the corners of the entire room. A water level is used for precise marking. A marking thread is laid along the entire perimeter. It shows the lower level. If this size is increased by 1.5 cm, you will get the desired height of the first level. In order for the installation of a multi-level ceiling to be done correctly and consist of several rows of profiles, it is very important to determine how the sheathing of the frames will be done. It is necessary to calculate the number of profiles and sheets of plasterboard. You need to know very precisely how the material will be attached. To answer all the questions posed, you must first draw a sketch of a multi-level plasterboard ceiling. Show the installation of all levels on such a plan. All preliminary measurements are entered into the drawing, the required materials are shown with an indication of their quantity, the installation of auxiliary elements is taken into account. Return to the table of contents</a>
Skeleton and features of erection
Drawing of a multi-level plasterboard ceiling.After the line is installed, the "UD" profile is first secured. Its lower surface must be in contact with the line. The profile is secured with dowels that match the wall structure. Some profiles do not have holes. Therefore, they are secured to the wall through pre-drilled holes. The installation pitch of the fastener must exceed 40 cm. Butt joints can be overlapped. The next step is to determine the direction of laying the plasterboard sheets. The "CD" profile is mounted across the ceiling. The most even angle is found in the room. It must be 90°. After determining it, installation begins on its side. The ceiling is marked for installing the profile. This is done on both sides, maintaining a step of 50 cm. The lines between the marks on each wall are marked with a chalk line. Each such mark becomes a reference point for the "CD". Maintaining a step of 40 cm, the fastening brackets are secured directly along the line. Then it is necessary to measure the distance between the opposite walls. Cut off excess parts. The length of the profile should not exceed the obtained distance by approximately 5 mm. After this, the "CD" must be inserted into the fixed "UD". In this case, the "CD" profile must be above the first level, it needs to be raised slightly. For this purpose, the profile is slightly bent and raised with a fastening bracket located in the middle. Under the bottom of the "CD", according to the level of the frame surface, a thread is pulled. In order for it to be well stretched, self-tapping screws are first attached to each side of the frame. The thread is wound on them. The CD profiles are set along the installed thread. First, they are screwed to the central bracket with small self-tapping screws. Due to their small size, they are called "fleas". Then all the screwed profiles are removed. After the CD is completely set according to the level, the fastening brackets are thoroughly tightened. The end of the bracket is bent upwards. Return to the table of contents</a>
How the frame is made: recommendations
Installation diagram of a multi-level ceiling made ofplasterboard. It is advisable to fix the sheets in a staggered manner. The first row is installed on a single sheet. First, one part of the frame is closed, and the second sheet is installed in the same way, but only on the other side. To fix the plasterboard, use 25 mm dowels. Before you start sheathing the frame, you need to pre-mark the profiles of the places where the second ceiling tier will be mounted. Setting marks will allow you not to deal with sheathing an invisible area. To hide the frame, the size of the resulting line is increased by 10 cm. In order to make a semicircular appearance of the second tier, you need to install a self-tapping screw in the profile and wind a wire around it. Having set aside the required radius, draw an arc, the stretched wire acts as a compass. After this, the radius must be increased by 5 cm and another line must be drawn. According to this drawing, the plasterboard is cut. Thus, the installation of the bookmark profile will be made in accordance with the size of the second ceiling level. Return to the table of contents</a>
Mount the second level
To securely fasten the second level, it is necessary to install a mortgage profile.
Physical and technical characteristicsplasterboard sheets. Take a perforated "CD", screw it to the guides with screws. Fixation is done directly in the profile itself. After that, the "UD" is attached, for which 10 cm are set aside. This is how the second frame is obtained, for installing the second level. Part of the "CD" profile is fixed to the profile on the wall, and the other is fixed with U-shaped brackets. The step of the brackets should be maintained at about 50 cm. The second tier must be laid under the upper fixed profile, and the size of the profile must be made smaller by 4 cm. The sheet of plasterboard is cut with a 6 cm allowance and screwed to the frame. A circle is drawn in a similar way, all excess is removed with a construction knife. The "UD" profile is attached to the lower tier, directly along the line of the entire diameter. A strip of plasterboard is placed on the profile. As a result, all profiles become invisible. To bend the strip into an arc, you need to drill holes in it and moisten it well with water. In an hour, the strip will acquire the required shape. Now it can be screwed with screws. Following the technology indicated above, you can install a two-level ceiling in your home yourself. Good luck!</ ul>
