White Book C04 S02 Partitions GypWall CLASSIC

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This section includes updated information, added since it was first

published in December 2015.
Last updated 10/06/2019
C04. S02. P02 – P32

GypWall classic

Including C04. S01. P02 – P18
Partitions introduction
Introduction
Partitions
This section contains a full range of lightweight partition and wall
systems for use in new and existing buildings. They cover all applications,
from simple space division to high performance walls
Partitions
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Introduction
Partitions
British Gypsum offers a full range of lightweight
partition and wall systems. Our systems are
non-loadbearing and constructed using modern,
drylining techniques. British Gypsum metal
framed partitions and walls can be used in all
types of new and existing buildings, including
private and social housing, apartments,
Partitions
healthcare, educational facilities, recreational
and industrial properties.
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They cover all applications, from simple space
division, through to high performance walls
designed to meet the most demanding fire
resistance, sound insulation, impact and height
requirements.
British Gypsum partition systems are constructed

using lightweight materials, which can give rise to
significant savings in structural design compared
to masonry alternatives. Big benefits also include
the speed of installation and reduction to overall
build costs.
Buildings need to evolve throughout their life to

suit changing demands placed upon them. Our
lightweight partition systems are easy to reconfigure
with minimal impact to both building and occupants
resulting in less disruption, optimising the
transformation process.
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For unique performance situations with specialist requirements:
— Curved partitions — Access to build from one side only
— High levels of fire resistance — High security including bomb blast
Refer to C05. S01. P02 – Specialist partitions
0115 945 6123 [email protected] C04. S01. P02

Partitions
Introduction
When specifying partitions, a number of performance characteristics are normally used to determine the required solution.
Depending on the project or construction type, these performance parameters could be set by minimum regulatory
standards, or a client or customer requirement for buildings that offer the highest standards of performance and comfort.
Our quick-reference partition system guide, below, allows you to simply select the performance categories of interest and
identify the British Gypsum partitions systems that best satisfy your project requirements.
Duty Maximum
Fire rating height1
Partition
Acoustic performance
performance thickness System Page
Partitions
mins mm Rw dB Rw + Ctr dB BS 5234 mm
Medium -
30 - 120 75 - 211 34 - 63 47 - 57 8100 GypWall classic C04.S02.P02
Severe
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60 - 120 102 - 132 42 - 58 - Severe 4900 GypWall robust C04.S03.P02
GypWall extreme (including

30 - 60 97 - 203 44 - 62 - Severe 7800 C04.S04.P02
exreme / robust Hybrid)
60 - 120 137 - 238 61 - 65 53 - 59 Severe 6800 GypWall quiet sf C04.S05.P02
Heavy -
30 - 90 102 - 208 49 - 63 48 - 55 5700 GypWall staggered C04.S06.P02
Severe
60 - 120 200 - 300 60 - 64 47 - 58 Severe 7500 GypWall quiet C04.S07.P02
60 - 120 ≥200 66 - 70 58 - 62 Severe 3900 GypWall quiet iwl C04.S08.P02
60 - 120 300 - 800 67 - 80 56 - 71 Severe 11500 GypWall audio C04.S09.P02
30 75 - 102 40 - 46 - Medium 2700 GypWall rapid dB Plus C04.S10.P02
Non-loadbearing timber
30 - 120 88 - 196 34 - 52 - - - C04.S11.P02
stud (internal partitions)
Non-loadbearing timber
60 - 90 141 - 293 56 - 63 48 - 53 - - C04.S11.P05
stud (separating walls)
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Based on studs at 600mm centres
Additional information
Try out The White Book System Selector, an online tool designed to help find the ideal solutions for your
project needs. Additional information such as BIM data (Revit), NBS clauses, CAD drawings and other
associated items can be downloaded. Visit british-gypsum.com
C04. S01. P03 british-gypsum.com

GypWall performance
Introduction
Acoustic performance
Table 1 — Sound insulation performance for residential specification
On-site Laboratory2
Approved Document E (England and Wales) Minimum solution Recommended solution
DnT,w + Ctr dB
(Rw + Ctr ) dB (Rw + Ctr ) dB
Separating walls between new homes 45 (49) (54)

Separating walls between purpose-built rooms for residential
43 (47) (52)
purposes and rooms created by a change of use or conversion
On-site Laboratory2
Partitions
Technical Standards Section 5 (Scotland) Minimum solution Recommended solution
DnT,w + Ctr dB
Rw dB Rw dB
Separating walls between new homes, purpose-built for residential

56 60 63
purposes and conversions (not including traditional buildings1)
Separating walls between rooms created by a change of use

53 57 60
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or conversion (traditional buildings1)
1
Definition of traditional buildings - A building or part of a building of a type constructed before or around 1919:
a) using construction techniques that were commonly in use before 1919; and
b) with permeable components, in a way that promotes the dissipation of moisture from the building fabric.
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Minimum solutions provide little or no margin of safety to allow for reduction in performance due to flanking transmission. Recommended solutions have
greater potential to satisfy the requirements of Building regulations.
Good practice specification guidance

British Gypsum’s systems are designed and tested to meet — Consider flanking transmission at the design stage and
every performance requirement and are fully supported by ensure construction detailing is specified to eliminate,
our SpecSure® lifetime system warranty. or at least to minimise, any downgrading of the acoustic
performance
This means that when our systems are installed following
— Small openings such as gaps, cracks or holes will conduct
our guidance they will achieve every performance claim we
airborne sounds and can significantly reduce the sound
make, and if they don’t then we’ll put it right.
insulation of a construction. For optimum sound
insulation a construction must be airtight
To maximise the performance achieved on site, consider the
following good practice specification guidance: — When designing the layout of rooms requiring separation
by sound insulating walls abutting structural steelwork,
consideration should be given to the potential loss of
sound insulation performance through the steelwork
— Deflection heads, by definition, must be able to move
and, therefore, achieving an airtight seal is very difficult
without incorporating sophisticated components and
techniques. Air leakage at the partition heads will have a
detrimental effect on acoustic performance of any
partition. Where acoustic performance is a key
consideration, steps must be taken to minimise this loss
of performance
— A common mistake made when designing a building is to
specify a high performance element and then incorporate
a lower performing element within it; for example, a
door within a partition. Where the difference between
insulation is relatively small (7dB or less), there needs
to be a comparatively large area of the lower insulation
element before the overall sound insulation is
significantly affected. However, where there is a greater
difference in sound insulation performance between
the two elements, this would usually result in a greater
reduction of overall sound insulation performance

Standard GypWall performance
Introduction
Table 2 – GypWall classic metal stud partition recommended maximum heights (mm) - based on a limiting deflection of L/240 at
200Pa. Applicable to non fire-rated or BS 476: Part 22 fire-rated constructions only (not applicable to EN 1364-1)
Stud Boarding 600mm 600mm 400mm 400mm 300mm 300mm
each side centres boxed centres boxed centres boxed
48 S 50 1 x 12.5mm 2500 2800 2900 3200 3100 3500
1 x 15mm 2800 3000 3100 3300 3300 3600
2 x 12.5mm 3400 3600 3600 3800 3800 4000
2 x 15mm 3700 3800 3900 4000 4000 4200
48 I 50 1 x 12.5mm 2900 - 3400 - 3700 -
1 x 15mm 3100 - 3500 - 3800 -
Partitions
2 x 12.5mm 3700 - 3900 - 4200 -

2 x 15mm 3900 - 4200 - 4400 -
60 S 50 1 x 12.5mm 3200 3400 3500 3800 3800 4200
1 x 15mm 3400 3600 3700 4000 4000 4300
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2 x 12.5mm 4100 4300 4300 4600 4600 4800

2 x 15mm 4400 4500 4600 4800 4800 5000
60 I 50 1 x 12.5mm 3600 - 4000 - 4400 -
1 x 15mm 3800 - 4200 - 4500 -
2 x 12.5mm 4400 - 4700 - 5000 -
2 x 15mm 4600 - 4900 - 5200 -
60 I 70 1 x 12.5mm 4100 - 4600 - 5000 -
1 x 15mm 4200 - 4700 - 5100 -
2 x 12.5mm 4700 - 5100 - 5500 -
2 x 15mm 4900 - 5300 - 5600 -
70 S 50 1 x 12.5mm 3600 3900 4000 4300 4300 4700
1 x 15mm 3800 4100 4200 4500 4500 4900
2 x 12.5mm 4600 4800 4900 5100 5100 5400
2 x 15mm 4900 5100 5100 5300 5300 5600
70 S 60 1 x 12.5mm 3800 4100 4200 4600 4500 5000
1 x 15mm 4000 4300 4400 4700 4700 5100
2 x 12.5mm 4700 4900 5000 5300 5200 5600
2 x 15mm 5000 5200 5200 5500 5500 5800
70 AS 50 1 x 12.5mm 3800 4200 4300 4700 4600 5100
1 x 15mm 4000 4400 4500 4800 4700 5200
2 x 12.5mm 4700 5000 5000 5300 5300 5700
2 x 15mm 5000 5200 5300 5600 5500 5900
70 I 50 1 x 12.5mm 4100 - 4600 - 5000 -
1 x 15mm 4300 - 4700 - 5100 -
2 x 12.5mm 4900 - 5300 - 5600 -
2 x 15mm 5200 - 5500 - 5800 -
70 I 70 1 x 12.5mm 4600 - 5100 - 5600 -
1 x 15mm 4700 - 5300 - 5700 -
2 x 12.5mm 5300 - 5700 - 6100 -
2 x 15mm 5500 - 5900 - 6300 -
92 S 50 1 x 12.5mm 4500 4800 4900 5400 5300 5800
1 x 15mm 4700 5100 5200 5600 5500 6000
2 x 12.5mm 5700 5900 6000 6300 6200 6600
2 x 15mm 5900 6100 6200 6500 6400 6800
In all GypWall classic systems, it is recommended that for heights between 4200mm and 8000mm, the Gypframe Deep Flange Floor & Ceiling Channel is
used. Gypframe Extra Deep Flange Floor & Ceiling Channel is used for heights above 8000mm. Additional consideration needs to be given if there is a deflection
head requirement.
For the affect on acoustic performance refer to C02. S01. P30.

Standard GypWall performance (continued)
Introduction
Table 2 (continued) – GypWall classic metal stud partition recommended maximum heights (mm) - based on a limiting
deflection of L/240 at 200Pa. Applicable to non fire-rated or BS 476: Part 22 fire-rated constructions only (not applicable to
EN 1364-1)
Stud Boarding 600mm 600mm 400mm 400mm 300mm 300mm
each side centres boxed centres boxed centres boxed
92 S 60 1 x 12.5mm 4700 5000 5200 5600 5600 6100
1 x 15mm 4900 5300 5400 5800 5800 6300
2 x 12.5mm 5800 6000 6100 6500 6500 6900
2 x 15mm 6000 6200 6300 6700 6600 7000
92 AS 50 1 x 12.5mm 4700 5100 5200 5700 5700 6200
Partitions
1 x 15mm 4900 5300 5400 5700 5800 6400
2 x 12.5mm 5800 6100 6200 6500 6500 6900
2 x 15mm 6000 6300 6400 6700 6700 7000
92 S 10 1 x 12.5mm 5300 5800 6000 6600 6500 7200
1 x 15mm 5500 6000 6100 6700 6600 7300
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2 x 12.5mm 6200 6600 6700 7200 7200 7700
2 x 15mm 6400 6800 6900 7400 7300 7800
92 I 90 1 x 12.5mm 6000 - 6800 - 7400 -
1 x 15mm 6200 - 6900 - 7500 -
2 x 12.5mm 6800 - 7400 - 7900 -
2 x 15mm 6900 - 7500 - 8000 -
146 S 50 1 x 12.5mm 6200 6800 6900 7600 7500 8300
1 x 15mm 6500 7000 7200 7800 7700 8400
2 x 12.5mm 7600 8000 8100 8600 8500 9100
2 x 15mm 7900 8200 8300 8800 8700 9300
146 AS 50 1 x 12.5mm 6600 7100 7300 8000 8000 8800
1 x 15mm 6800 7400 7600 8200 8200 8900
2 x 12.5mm 7800 8200 8400 8900 8900 9500
2 x 15mm 8100 8500 8600 9100 9100 9700
146 I 80 1 x 12.5mm 7900 - 8900 - 9700 -
1 x 15mm 8100 - 9000 - 9800 -
2 x 12.5mm 8800 - 9600 - 10400 -
2 x 15mm 9000 - 9800 - 10500 -
146 TI 90 1 x 12.5mm 8300 - 9400 - 10300 -
1 x 15mm 8400 - 9500 - 10400 -
2 x 12.5mm 9200 - 10100 - 10900 -
2 x 15mm 9400 - 10300 - 11100 -
In all GypWall classic systems, it is recommended that for heights between 4200mm and 8000mm, the Gypframe Deep Flange Floor & Ceiling Channel is
used. Gypframe Extra Deep Flange Floor & Ceiling Channel is used for heights above 8000mm. Additional consideration needs to be given if there is a deflection
head requirement.
For the affect on acoustic performance refer to C02. S01. P30.

Standard GypWall construction details
Introduction
To be read in conjunction with system specific details. Refer to relevant system sections
1 1a
1
3
5
5
Partitions
300mm
2
600mm
600mm
600mm
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2
300mm
6
7
Stud splicing detail Fully boxed Gypframe 'C' Stud
2 2a
Centres
at 600mm
Centres
at
thereafter
600mm
thereafter
1479mm
1479mm
50mm
50mm
50mm
75mm 75mm 75mm 75mm 75mm 28mm 28mm 28mm

38mm
38mm
38mm
30mm
38mm
879mm
879mm
279mm
279mm
70mm 92mm 146mm
48mm 60mm 70mm 146mm 70mm 92mm 146mm

92mm
stud stud stud stud AcouStud AcouStud AcouStud
stud
Service cut-outs - Gypframe ‘C’ and Gypframe ‘I’ Studs Service cut-outs - Gypframe AcouStuds
1 Gypframe 'I' Stud 5 British Gypsum Wafer Head Drywall Screws or

British Gypsum Wafer Head Jack-Point Screws
2 Gypframe 'C' Stud
6 Crimp
3 Gypframe AcouStud
7 Studs offset at top and bottom to facilitate engagement into channels
4 Gypframe Floor & Ceiling Channel

Standard GypWall construction details (continued)
Introduction
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Partitions
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4
3 6
3
1
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2 7
Base with timber sole plate
6
4
10
Head and base Junction with masonry and stop end detail
1 Gyproc plasterboard or Glasroc F specialist board 7 Floating screed on resilient layer

2 Gypframe 'C' Stud 8 Timber sole plate suitably fixed to structure
3 Gypframe Floor & Ceiling Channel 9 Internal blockwork
4 Gyproc Sealant 10 DriLyner basic wall lining system
5 Bulk fill Gyproc jointing materials (where gap exceeds 5mm) 11 Isover insulation
6 Skirting

Introduction
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2 1
3
Partitions
‘T’ Junction when partition with higher acoustic performance abuts

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a partition with lower acoustic performance. Acoustic principles

‘T’ junction - single layer only - detail may not be suitable for all solutions
7a 7b
2 2
1
1
4
3
3
‘T’ junction to optimise acoustic performance and reduce ‘T’ junction to optimise acoustic performance and reduce
flanking transmission flanking transmission
8 9
2 1
1
5
2
3
Four way junction to optimise acoustic performance and

reduce flanking transmission Splayed corner
1 Gyproc plasterboard or Glasroc F specialist board 4 Gypframe GA5 Internal Fixing Angle
2 Gypframe 'C' Stud 5 Gypframe GA6 Splayed Angle
3 Isover insulation
Guidance must be sought from the relevant approval authority e.g. Building Control to establish if a cavity barrier is required (Approved Document B)

Introduction
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1
1
2
2
Partitions
Corner detail - single layer Corner detail - double layer
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12 13
16
mm
12 12
mm mm
2
3
1
1
4
Gypframe 99 FC 50 Fixing Channel

Typical control joint (short legs flattened at stud positions)
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Gypframe Service Support Plate
1 Gyproc plasterboard or Glasroc F specialist board 5 Gypframe 99 FC 50 Fixing Channel

2 Gypframe 'C' Stud 6 18mm plywood
3 Stone mineral wool (minimum density 23kg/m3) (by others) 7 Gypframe Service Support Plate
4 Gyproc Control Joint
Installing the screw into the side of the Gypframe Service Support Plate and the web of the Gypframe 'C' Stud will avoid creating excessive distortion to
the lining board.

Introduction
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15mm 7 16 15mm 7
15mm 6 15mm 6
4 4
20mm 15mm 10
3
11
2
1 2
1
Partitions
Deflection head for 15mm downward movement Deflection head for 15mm downward movement
and 60 minutes fire resistance and up to 120 minutes fire resistance
Not suitable for 60 minutes single layer systems on 48mm studs to Not suitable for 48mm studs to BS EN 1364-1
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BS EN 1364-1
17 7 18
7
25mm 50mm
8 8
7
25mm 7 50mm
5 5
55mm
30mm
3
3
2
2
1
1
Deflection head for plus or minus 25mm movement Deflection head for 50mm downward movement
and 60 minutes fire resistance and 60 minutes fire resistance
19 20 7
7
25mm 9
50mm
9
7
25mm 7
50mm
5 5
30mm
3 55mm
3
2 2
1 1
Deflection head for plus or minus 25mm movement Deflection head for 50mm downward movement
and 60 minutes fire resistance and 60 minutes fire resistance
1 Gyproc plasterboard or Glasroc F specialist board 7 Gyproc FireStrip (continuous)

2 Gypframe 'C' Stud 8 Timber head plate suitably fixed to structure
3 Gypframe GFS1 Fixing Strap 9 25mm Glasroc F firecase
4 Gypframe Deep Flange Floor & Ceiling Channel 10 Stone mineral wool (by others)
5 Gypframe Extra Deep Flange Floor & Ceiling Channel 11 Nogging cut from Gypframe 'C' Stud
6 Gyproc CoreBoard
No fixings should be made through the boards into the flanges of the head channel. The arrow ( ) denotes the position of the uppermost board fixing,
which should be made into Gypframe GFS1 Fixing Strap (or stud nogging in construction detail 16). Continuous Gyproc FireStrip must be installed as shown to
maintain fire performance. Where there is a need for a deflection head in a 90 minute wall, the 120 minute solution can be used (refer to construction detail 16)
or alternatively, please contact the British Gypsum Technical Advice Centre for further guidance.
To minimise loss in acoustic performance refer to C02 S01 P10 Acoustic performance of head details.

Introduction
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5 7
2
9
5
8
15mm 6 15mm 6
15mm 15mm
3 3
15mm 10
15mm
Partitions
10
4
4
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1
1
Deflection head parallel to floor profile for 15mm downward Deflection head perpendicular to floor profile for 15mm downward
movement and up to 60 minutes fire resistance 1 movement and up to 60 minutes fire resistance
Not suitable for 60 minutes single layer systems on 48mm studs to Not suitable for 60 minutes single layer systems on 48mm studs to
BS EN 1364-1 BS EN 1364-1
23 24
12 12
13 13
1
1
4
4
11 11
14
Junction with external wall when acoustic performance is a key

Junction with external wall consideration - helps reduce flanking transmission
1 Gyproc plasterboard or Glasroc F specialist board 9 Gypframe 99 FC 50 Fixing Channel

2 Gyproc FireStrip (continuous line) 10 Gypframe GFS1 Fixing Strap fixed to studs with
3 Gypframe Deep Flange Floor & Ceiling Channels (DC) British Gypsum Wafer Head Drywall Screws
4 Gypframe 'C' Stud 11 Isover insulation
5 Gyproc Sealant 12 External facade
6 Gyproc CoreBoard 13 External wall frame stud / by other(s)
7 Fire-stopping (by others) 14 Cavity barrier (subject to regulatory requirements)
8 Glasroc F firecase
No fixings should be made through the boards into the flanges of the head channel. The arrow ( ) denotes the position of the uppermost board fixing,
which should be made into Gypframe GFS1 Fixing Strap. Continuous Gyproc FireStrip must be installed as shown to maintain fire performance.
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To minimise acoustic downgrade, install Isover insulation within the hollow rib void.

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Partitions
150mm
4
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1200mm 1200mm
Door frame (maximum 1200mm width) to satisfy BS 5234: Parts 1 & 2: 1992 - Light and Medium Duty (up to 35kg door)
1 Gyproc plasterboard or Glasroc F specialist board 5 Timber door frame and architrave
2 Gypframe 'C' Stud 6 Gypframe 'C' Stud to maintain stud module
3 Gypframe Floor & Ceiling Channel 7 Timber sub-frame
4 Gypframe Floor & Ceiling Channel cut and bent to form door head
Advice should be sought from the door manufacturer prior to the construction of these details.

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150mm
Partitions
4
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3
2
300mm
1200mm 1200mm
150mm
Door frame (maximum 1200mm width) to satisfy BS 5234: Parts 1 & 2: 1992 - Heavy and Severe Duty (up to 60kg door)
1 Gyproc plasterboard or Glasroc F specialist board 5 Timber door frame and architrave
2 Gypframe 'C' Stud 6 Gypframe 'C' Stud to maintain stud module
3 Gypframe Floor & Ceiling Channel to sleeve studs 7 Gypframe Floor & Ceiling Channel cut and bent to extend up studs
At the base, the channel is cut and bent to extend 300mm up the studs and fixed each side with two British Gypsum Wafer Head Drywall Screws. The
studs each side of the opening are sleeved full height of opening with Gypframe Floor & Ceiling Channel.

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8
7
Partitions
150mm
4
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2
300mm
1200mm 1200mm 1200mm
150mm
Alternative door frame for fixed partition heads only (maximum 1200mm width) to satisfy
BS 5234: Parts 1 & 2: 1992 - Heavy and Severe Duty (up to 60kg door)
1 Gyproc plasterboard or Glasroc F specialist board 6 Gypframe 'C' Stud to maintain stud module
2 Gypframe 'C' Stud 7 Gypframe 'C' Studs fixed back to back with
British Gypsum Drywall Screws at 300mm centres staggered
3 Gypframe Floor & Ceiling Channel to sleeve studs
8 Plasterboard infill (same type as lining) cut to fit between studs
9 Gypframe Floor & Ceiling Channel cut and bent to extend up studs
5 Timber door frame and architrave
At the base, the channel is cut and bent to extend 300mm up the studs and fixed each side with two British Gypsum Wafer Head Drywall Screws.
The studs each side of the opening are sleeved full height of opening with Gypframe Floor & Ceiling Channel.
The principle of this alternative detail is only suitable for GypWall classic, GypWall robust and GypWall extreme for fixed head situations only.

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3
1
Partitions
150mm
4
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5
150mm
Openings 1201 - 3300mm wide, for example double doors or large windows
1 Gypframe 'C' Stud 6 Centre stud required for margin up to 600mm between openings
2 Stud sleeved to full opening height with Gypframe Floor & Ceiling Channel 7 Partition between openings, minimum 600mm for Gypframe 'C' Studs
3 Gypframe studs (appropriate to system) (minimum 300mm for Gypframe 'I' Studs)
4 Gypframe Extra Deep Flange Floor & Ceiling Channel 8 Maximum distance 2400mm (if exceeds 2400mm contact British Gypsum
Technical Advice Centre)
5 Gypframe stud insert

Introduction
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Elevation
4
X
Y
Partitions
2
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Section X - X
1
Fire tested construction in which the damper is supported
3 by the partition (isometric view)
4 31
150mm
6
Section Y - Y
Opening for service penetrations in fire-rated partitions Opening up to 600mm wide for services
1 Gyproc plasterboard or Glasroc F specialist board 5 Damper (by others). Weight of damper should not exceed 57kg.
2 Gypframe 'C' Stud Size of damper should not exceed 1400 x 1200mm
3 Gypframe Floor & Ceiling Channel 6 Gypframe Folded Edge Standard Floor & Ceiling Channel cut and bent
to form opening head and cill
4 Penetration seal if required (refer to damper manufacturer for details)

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Partitions
5
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2
Board layout - typical configuration
33 34
2 6
7 7
Horizontal board joint - double layer Horizontal board joint - single layer
1 Inner layer of Gyproc plasterboard or Glasroc F specialist board 5 British Gypsum Drywall Screws
2 Outer layer of Gyproc plasterboard or Glasroc F specialist board 6 Gyproc plasterboard or Glasroc F specialist board
3 Gypframe GFS1 Fixing Strap 7 Gypframe 'C' Stud
4 Gypframe metal framing 8 Gypframe GFT1 Fixing T (alternatively use Gypframe GSF1 Fixing Strap)

GypWall classic
GypWall classic
A highly versatile metal stud partition system
All our systems are covered by SpecSure® when using

genuine British Gypsum and Saint-Gobain Isover products
Partitions
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GypWall classic
GypWall classic
GypWall classic is the industry’s original 30 120
lightweight non-loadbearing drywall partition mins
system, providing cost-effective, multi-purpose

solutions suitable for all types of buildings.
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Key benefits Rw dB
— Wide range of performances achievable
Partitions
through a combination of interchangeable
Gyproc plasterboards, Gypframe metal,
System can be skim
Thistle finish plasters and Saint-Gobain Isover finished with
ThistlePro PureFinish.
insulation
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Refer to C02. S01. P49
— Optimised acoustic performance for a given

footprint through the use of Gypframe AcouStuds
— Quick to install compared to masonry or timber Refer to C01. S01. P07
frame alternatives and allows transformation

of building layouts with minimal disruption
— Non-hygroscopic Gypframe metal framework
will not twist, warp or rot
— Easy accommodation of services within the
stud cavity due to pre-cut service holes within
the Gypframe metal studs
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GypWall rapid dB Plus
Constructing an internal wall within low rise housing? GypWall rapid dB Plus is particularly
suitable for projects where speed of installation and floor area maximisation are key priorities.
Refer to C04. S10. P02.
GypWall robust
Need a higher Duty Rating to BS 5234? GypWall robust provides Severe Duty Rating with a single
layer of board.
ShaftWall
Where access is limited to one side only, for example risers, lift shafts, corridors and stair cores,
ShaftWall provides the answer.

GypWall classic performance
GypWall classic
For details of when

to specify fire
48mm Gypframe 'C' Studs - single layer board linings resistance using EN
Table 1a — Solutions to satisfy the requirements of BS EN 1364-1
1 2
One layer of board each side of 48mm One layer of board each side of 48mm
Gypframe ‘C’ Studs at 600mm centres. Gypframe ‘C’ Studs at 600mm centres. 25mm
Linings as in table. Isover Acoustic Partition Roll (APR 1200)
in the cavity. Linings as in table.
Partitions
Refer to GypWall robust and GypWall extreme sections for single layer Severe Duty solutions
Detail Partition Board Lining Max Sound insulation Duty Approx. System reference
thickness type thickness height1 Rw dB rating weight
mm mm mm kg/m²
Any2 Skim3 Any2 Skim3
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finish only finish only
30 minutes fire resistance
1 75 Gyproc WallBoard 1 x 12.5 2500 34 - Medium 18 A206001 -
1 75 Glasroc H tilebacker 1 x 12.5 2500 34 - Medium 22 H206001 -
1 75 Gyproc SoundBloc 1 x 12.5 2500 37 - Medium 22 A206152 -
1 80 Gyproc WallBoard 1 x 15 2800 36 - Medium 22 A206002 -
1 80 Gyproc SoundBloc 1 x 15 2800 39 - Medium 26 A206153 -
2 80 Gyproc SoundBloc 1 x 15 2800 44 45 Medium 26 A206185 A206185S
1 75 Glasroc F multiboard 1 x 12.5 2500 36 - Severe 25 G106010 -
1 80 Gyproc FireLine 1 x 15 2800 36 - Heavy 24 A206066 -
1 80 Gyproc SoundBloc f 1 x 15 2800 39 - Heavy 27 A206299 -
2 80 Gyproc SoundBloc f 1 x 15 2800 44 45 Heavy 27 A206300 A206300S
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1
The maximum heights quoted are limited by the fire state field of application or by limiting deflection of L/240 at 200 Pa, whichever is the more onerous.
2
Sound insulation performance for partitions finished using jointing or plaster skim.
3
Sound insulation performance for partitions finished with a 2mm skim finish of Thistle MultiFinish.
The fire resistance and sound insulation performances are for imperforate partitions, walls and ceilings incorporating boards with all joints taped and
filled, or skimmed according to British Gypsum’s recommendations. The quoted performances are achieved only if British Gypsum and Saint-Gobain Isover
components are used throughout, and the Company’s fixing recommendations are strictly observed. Any variation in the specifications should be checked with
British Gypsum.

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48mm Gypframe 'C' Studs - single layer board linings resistance using BS
Table 1b — Solutions to satisfy the requirements of BS 476: Part 8: 1972 or BS 476: Part 22: 1987
1 2 3
One layer of board each side of 48mm One layer of board each side of 48mm One layer of board each side of 48mm
Gypframe ‘C’ Studs at 600mm centres. Gypframe ‘C’ Studs at 600mm centres. 25mm Gypframe ‘C’ Studs at 600mm centres. 50mm
Linings as in table. Isover Acoustic Partition Roll (APR 1200) Isover Acoustic Partition Roll (APR 1200)
in the cavity. Linings as in table. in the cavity. Linings as in table.
Partitions
mm mm mm Any2 Skim3 kg/m² Any2 Skim3
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1 70 Glasroc F multiboard 1 x 10 2500 35 - Heavy 20 G106006 -
1 80 Gyproc SoundBloc 1 x 15 2800 39 - Medium 26 A206153 -
2 80 Gyproc SoundBloc 1 x 15 2800 44 45 Medium 26 A206185 A206185S
3 70 Glasroc F multiboard 1 x 10 2500 43 - Heavy 20 G106008 -
1 75 Glasroc F multiboard 1 x 12.5 2500 36 - Severe 25 G106010 -
1
Based on a limiting deflection of L/240 at 200 Pa. Greater heights can be achieved through the use of Gypframe ‘I’ Studs, or reduced stud centres.
Refer to C04. S01. P05, Table 2.
2
3
British Gypsum.

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One layer of board each side of One layer of board each side of 70mm One layer of board each side of 70mm
70mm Gypframe ‘C’ Studs at 600mm Gypframe ‘C’ Studs at 600mm centres. 25mm Gypframe ‘C’ Studs at 600mm centres. 50mm
centres. Linings as in table. Isover Acoustic Partition Roll (APR 1200) Isover Acoustic Partition Roll (APR 1200)
Partitions
mm mm mm kg/m²
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1 102 Gyproc WallBoard 1 x 15 3800 38 39 Medium 22 A206014 A206014S
1 102 Gyproc SoundBloc 1 x 15 3800 42 - Heavy 26 A206165 -
2 102 Gyproc SoundBloc 1 x 15 3800 47 48 Heavy 26 A206197 A206197S
2 102 Gyproc FireLine 1 x 15 3800 43 44 Heavy 24 A206110 A206110S
1
2
3
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Table 2b — Solutions to satisfy the requirements of BS 476: Part 22: 1987
1 2 3
Partitions
Detail Partition Board Lining Max Sound insulation Duty rating Approx. System reference
thickness type thickness height1 Rw dB weight
mm mm mm kg/m²
C04
1 102 Gyproc SoundBloc 1 x 15 3800 42 - Heavy 26 A206165 -
1
2
3
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70mm Gypframe AcouStuds - single layer board linings resistance using EN
1 2 3 4
One layer of board each side of One layer of board each side of 70mm One layer of board each side of One layer of board each side of
70mm Gypframe 70 AS 50 AcouStuds at Gypframe 70 AS 50 AcouStuds at 70mm Gypframe 70 AS 50 AcouStuds 70mm Gypframe 70 AS 50 AcouStuds at
600mm centres. Linings as in table. 600mm centres. 25mm Isover Acoustic at 600mm centres. 50mm 600mm centres. 3 x 25mm
Partition Roll (APR 1200) Isover Acoustic Partition Roll (APR 1200) Isover Acoustic Partition Roll (APR 1200)
in the cavity. Linings as in table. in the cavity. Linings as in table. in the cavity. Linings as in table.
Partitions
mm mm mm kg/m²
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1 97 Gyproc SoundBloc 1 x 12.5 3800 41 - Medium 22 A206A164 -
3 97 Gyproc WallBoard 1 x 12.5 3800 44 - Medium 19 A206A138 -
3 97 Gyproc SoundBloc 1 x 12.5 3800 49 50 Medium 23 A206A228 A206A228S
1 102 Gyproc WallBoard 1 x 15 4000 38 39 Medium 22 A206A014 A206A014S
4 102 Gyproc SoundBloc 1 x 15 4000 50 51 Heavy 26 A206A252 A206A252S
1 102 Gyproc FireLine 1 x 15 4000 39 40 Heavy 24 A206A078 A206A078S
1 102 Gyproc SoundBloc f 1 x 15 4000 42 - Heavy 27 A206A301 -
4 102 Gyproc SoundBloc f 1 x 15 3000 50 51 Heavy 27 A206A304 A206A304S
1
2
3
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1 2 3 4
One layer of board each side of One layer of board each side of 70mm One layer of board each side of 70mm One layer of board each side of 70mm
70mm Gypframe 70 AS 50 AcouStuds at Gypframe 70 AS 50 AcouStuds at Gypframe 70 AS 50 AcouStuds at Gypframe 70 AS 50 AcouStuds at
600mm centres. Linings as in table. 600mm centres. 25mm 600mm centres. 50mm 600mm centres. 3 x 25mm
Isover Acoustic Partition Roll (APR 1200) Isover Acoustic Partition Roll (APR 1200) Isover Acoustic Partition Roll (APR 1200)
in the cavity. Linings as in table. in the cavity. Linings as in table. in the cavity. Linings as in table.
Partitions
mm mm mm kg/m²
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3 97 Gyproc WallBoard 1 x 12.5 3800 44 - Medium 19 A206A138 -
3 97 Gyproc SoundBloc 1 x 12.5 3800 49 50 Medium 23 A206A228 A206A228S
1
2
3
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4 5
Partitions
Gypframe ‘C’ Studs at 600mm centres. 3 x 25mm Gypframe ‘C’ Studs at 600mm centres.
C04
Isover Acoustic Partition Roll (APR 1200) 100mm Isover Modular Roll in the cavity.
in the cavity. Linings as in table. Linings as in table.
mm mm mm kg/m²
Any finish2 Skim only3 Any finish2 Skim only3
4 119 Gyproc SoundBloc 1 x 12.5 4000 50 51 Medium 23 A206232 A206232S
2 124 Gyproc FireLine 1 x 15 4000 44 4

45
4
Heavy 25 A206266 A206266S
1
2
3
4
Increasing the insulation to 50mm Isover Acoustic Partition Roll (APR 1200) will not improve the system performance.
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Partitions
Gypframe ‘C’ Studs at 600mm centres. 3 x 25mm Gypframe ‘C’ Studs at 600mm centres.
C04
Isover Acoustic Partition Roll (APR 1200) 100mm Isover Modular Roll in the cavity.
in the cavity. Linings as in table. Linings as in table.
mm mm mm kg/m²
Any finish2 Skim only3 Any finish2 Skim only3
4 119 Gyproc SoundBloc 1 x 12.5 4500 50 51 Medium 23 A206232 A206232S
1
2
3
4
Increasing insulation to 50mm Isover Acoustic Partition Roll (APR 1200) will not improve this system performance.
British Gypsum.
For heights between 4200mm and 8000mm, Gypframe Deep Flange Floor & Ceiling Channel should be used at base and at head (subject to deflection
criteria).

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92mm Gypframe AcouStuds - single layer board linings resistance using EN
1 2 3 4
One layer of board each side of 92mm One layer of board each side of One layer of board each side of One layer of board each side of 92mm
Gypframe AcouStuds at 600mm centres. 92mm Gypframe AcouStuds at 92mm Gypframe AcouStuds at Gypframe AcouStuds at 600mm centres.
Linings as in table. 600mm centres. 25mm 600mm centres. 50mm 100mm Isover Modular Roll in the
Isover Acoustic Partition Roll (APR 1200) Isover Acoustic Partition Roll (APR 1200) cavity. Linings as in table.
Partitions
C04

1
2
3
4
British Gypsum.

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1 2 3 4
One layer of board each side of 92mm One layer of board each side of One layer of board each side of One layer of board each side of 92mm
Gypframe AcouStuds at 600mm centres. 92mm Gypframe AcouStuds at 92mm Gypframe AcouStuds at Gypframe AcouStuds at 600mm centres.
Linings as in table. 600mm centres. 25mm 600mm centres. 50mm 100mm Isover Modular Roll in the
Isover Acoustic Partition Roll (APR 1200) Isover Acoustic Partition Roll (APR 1200) cavity. Linings as in table.
Partitions
C04
1
2
3
4
British Gypsum.
For heights between 4200mm and 8000mm, Gypframe Deep Flange Floor & Ceiling Channel should be used at base and at head
(subject to deflection criteria).

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48mm Gypframe 'C' Studs - double layer board linings resistance using EN
1 2
Two layers of board each side of 48mm Two layers of board each side of 48mm
Partitions
thickness type thickness height1 Rw dB rating4 weight
mm mm mm kg/m²
C04
1 100 Gyproc WallBoard 2 x 12.5 3400 42 - Severe 35 A206003 -
Outer layer Glasroc H tilebacker 1 x 12.5

1 100 3400 42 - Severe 39 H206003 -
+ inner layer Gyproc WallBoard + 1 x 12.5
2 100 3000 49 - Severe 39 H206035 -
1 100 Gyproc SoundBloc 2 x 12.5 3000 46 - Severe 43 A206154 -
1 110 Gyproc WallBoard 2 x 15 3700 45 - Severe 42 A206004 -
1 100 Gyproc FireLine 2 x 12.5 3400 42 - Severe 40 A206067 -
1 110 Gyproc SoundBloc 2 x 15 3000 49 - Severe 51 A206155 -
2 110 Gyproc SoundBloc 2 x 15 3000 53 54 Severe 51 A206187 A206187S
1 110 Gyproc FireLine 2 x 15 3700 45 - Severe 49 A206156 -
1
2
3
4
Refer to relevant test reports for observations noted during test.
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1 2
Two layers of board each side of 48mm Two layers of board each side of 48mm
Partitions
thickness type thickness height1 Rw dB rating4 weight
C04

1 100 3400 42 - Severe 39 H206003 -

2 100 3400 49 - Severe 39 H206035 -
1 110 Gyproc SoundBloc 2 x 15 3700 49 - Severe 51 A206155 -
1
2
3
4
Refer to relevant test reports for observations noted during test.
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Two layers of board each side of 70mm Two layers of board each side of 70mm Two layers of board each side of 70mm
Partitions
C04

1 122 4600 45 - Severe 39 H206015 -

3 122 4000 50 - Severe 39 H206142 -
1 132 Gyproc WallBoard 2 x 15 4900 46 47 Severe 42 A206016 A206016S
1 132 Gyproc FireLine 2 x 15 4900 46 47 Severe 47 A206251 A206251S
1
2
3
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Two layers of board each side of 70mm Two layers of board each side of Two layers of board each side of
Gypframe ‘C’ Studs at 600mm centres. 70mm Gypframe ‘C’ Studs at 600mm centres. 70mm Gypframe ‘C’ Studs at 600mm centres.
Linings as in table. 25mm Isover Acoustic Partition Roll (APR 1200) 50mm Isover Acoustic Partition Roll (APR 1200)
Partitions
mm mm mm kg/m²
C04

1 122 4600 45 - Severe 39 H206015 -

2 122 4600 49 - Severe 39 H206047 -
3 122 4600 50 - Severe 39 H206142 -
1 132 Gyproc WallBoard 2 x 15 4900 46 47 Severe 42 A206016 A206016S
1 112 Glasroc F multiboard 2 x 10 4200 42 -- Severe 40 G106013 -
1
2
3
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70mm Gypframe AcouStuds - double layer board linings resistance using EN
Table 8a – Solutions to satisfy the requirements of BS EN 1364-1
1 2
Two layers of board each side of Two layers of board each side of 70mm
70mm Gypframe 70 AS 50 AcouStuds at Gypframe 70 AS 50 AcouStuds at 600mm centres.
600mm centres. Linings as in table. 25mm Isover Acoustic Partition Roll (APR 1200)
Partitions
mm mm mm kg/m²
C04
1 122 Gyproc WallBoard 2 x 12.5 4700 47 - Severe 35 A206A015 -
1 122 Gyproc SoundBloc 2 x 12.5 4700 53 - Severe 43 A206A166 -
2 122 Gyproc SoundBloc 2 x 12.5 4000 58 59 Severe 43 A206A198 A206A198S
1 122 Gyproc FireLine 2 x 12.5 4700 49 50 Severe 40 A206A079 A206A079S
1 132 Gyproc SoundBloc 2 x 15 4000 54 55 Severe 51 A206A167 A206A167S
1 132 Gyproc FireLine 2 x 15 5000 49 50 Severe 49 A206A251 A206A251S
1
2
3
British Gypsum.

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70mm Gypframe AcouStuds - double layer board linings resistance using BS
1 2
Two layers of board each side of Two layers of board each side of 70mm
70mm Gypframe 70 AS 50 AcouStuds at Gypframe 70 AS 50 AcouStuds at 600mm centres.
600mm centres. Linings as in table. 25mm Isover Acoustic Partition Roll (APR 1200)
Partitions
C04
1 122 Gyproc WallBoard 2 x 12.5 4700 47 - Severe 35 A206A015 -
1 122 Gyproc SoundBloc 2 x 12.5 4700 53 - Severe 43 A206A166 -
1 132 Gyproc SoundBloc 2 x 15 5000 54 55 Severe 51 A206A167 A206A167S
1
2
3
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1 2 3 4
Two layers of board each side of Two layers of board each side of Two layers of board each side of Two layers of board each side of
92mm Gypframe ‘C’ Studs at 92mm Gypframe ‘C’ Studs at 92mm Gypframe ‘C’ Studs at 92mm Gypframe ‘C’ Studs at 600mm
600mm centres. Linings as in table. 600mm centres. 25mm 600mm centres. 3 x 25mm centres. 100mm Isover Modular Roll in
Isover Acoustic Partition Roll (APR 1200) Isover Acoustic Partition Roll (APR 1200) the cavity. Linings as in table.
Partitions
C04
thickness type thickness height1 Rw (Rw + Ctr) dB rating weight

3 144 Gyproc SoundBloc 2 x 12.5 4000 56 (51) - Severe 44 A206234 -
2 154 Gyproc SoundBloc 2 x 15 5000 56 4

57 4
Severe 52 A206270 A206270S
2 154 Gyproc FireLine 2 x 15 5000 52 4

53 4
Severe 48 A206274 A206274S
1
2
3
4
Increasing the insulation to 50mm Isover Acoustic Partition Roll (APR 1200) will not improve the system performance.
British Gypsum.

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1 2 3 4
Two layers of board each side of Two layers of board each side of Two layers of board each side of Two layers of board each side of 92mm
92mm Gypframe ‘C’ Studs at 92mm Gypframe ‘C’ Studs at 92mm Gypframe ‘C’ Studs at Gypframe ‘C’ Studs at 600mm centres.
600mm centres. Linings as in table. 600mm centres. 25mm 600mm centres. 3 x 25mm 100mm Isover Modular Roll in
Partitions
C04
thickness type thickness height1 Rw (Rw + Ctr) dB rating weight
mm mm mm kg/m²
3 144 Gyproc SoundBloc 2 x 12.5 5700 56 (51) - Severe 44 A206234 -
2 154 Gyproc FireLine 2 x 15 5

5900 52 4
53 4
Severe 48 A206274 A206274S
1
2
3
4
5
2 x 12.5mm lining thickness is acceptable for 120 minutes BS up to a maximum height of 5700mm but acoustic test data is not available.
British Gypsum.

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Two layers of board each side of Two layers of board each side Two layers of board each side Two layers of board each side of 92mm
92mm Gypframe AcouStuds at of 92mm Gypframe AcouStuds at of 92mm Gypframe AcouStuds at Gypframe AcouStuds at 600mm centres.
600mm centres. Linings as in table. 600mm centres. 25mm 600mm centres. 50mm 100mm Isover Modular Roll in
Partitions
C04
thickness type thickness height1 Rw (Rw + Ctr ) dB rating weight

2 144 Gyproc SoundBloc 2 x 12.5 5000 57 (51) 58 (51) Severe 45 A206A290 A206A290S
1
2
3
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Two layers of board each side Two layers of board each side Two layers of board each side Two layers of board each side of 92mm
of 92mm Gypframe AcouStuds at of 92mm Gypframe AcouStuds at of 92mm Gypframe AcouStuds at Gypframe AcouStuds at 600mm centres.
600mm centres. Linings as in table. 600mm centres. 25mm 600mm centres. 50mm 100mm Isover Modular Roll in
Partitions
C04
1
2
3
British Gypsum.

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1 2 3
Two layers of board each side of 146mm Two layers of board each side of Two layers of board each side of
Gypframe ‘C’ Studs at 146mm Gypframe ‘C’ Studs at 146mm Gypframe ‘C’ Studs at
600mm centres. Linings as in table. 600mm centres. 25mm 600mm centres. 50mm
Partitions
Isover Acoustic Partition Roll (APR 1200) Isover Acoustic Partition Roll (APR 1200)
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1 198 Gyproc WallBoard 2 x 12.5 7600 50 51 Severe 35 A206027 A206027S

Outer layer Glasroc H tilebacker 1 x 12.5 +
1 198 7600 50 - Severe 39 H206027 -
+ inner layer Gyproc WallBoard 1 x 12.5

Outer layer Glasroc H tilebacker 1 x 12.5 +
3 198 4000 51 - Severe 40 H206149 -
+ inner layer Gyproc WallBoard 1 x 12.5
1 198 Gyproc SoundBloc 2 x 12.5 5000 53 54 Severe 43 A206178 A206178S
2 198 Gyproc SoundBloc 2 x 12.5 4000 55 (49) 56 (49) Severe 43 A206210 A206210S
1 208 Gyproc SoundBloc 2 x 15 3000 56 (50) 57 (50) Severe 51 A206179 A206179S
1 198 Gyproc FireLine 2 x 12.5 4200 50 51 Severe 40 A206091 A206091S
1
2
3
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Table 11b — Solutions to satisfy the requirements of BS 476: Part 8: 1972 or BS 476: Part 22: 1987
1 2 3
Two layers of board each side of 146mm Two layers of board each side of 146mm Two layers of board each side of 146mm
Gypframe ‘C’ Studs at Gypframe ‘C’ Studs at Gypframe ‘C’ Studs at
600mm centres. Linings as in table. 600mm centres. 25mm 600mm centres. 50mm
Partitions
Isover Acoustic Partition Roll (APR 1200) Isover Acoustic Partition Roll (APR 1200)
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mm mm mm kg/m²

1 198 7600 50 - Severe 39 H206027 -
2 198 7600 51 - Severe 39 H206059 -
1 198 Gyproc SoundBloc 2 x 12.5 7600 53 54 Severe 43 A206178 A206178S
2 208 Gyproc SoundBloc 2 x 15 7900 58 (52) - Severe 51 A206211 -
1 188 Glasroc F multiboard 2 x 10 7100 48 - Severe 40 G106014 -
1
2
3
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Two layers of board each sideof 146mm Two layers of board each side of 146mm Two layers of board each side of 146mm
Gypframe 146 AS 50 AcouStuds at Gypframe 146 AS 50 AcouStuds at 600mm centres. Gypframe 146 AS 50 AcouStuds at 600mm centres.
Partitions
600mm centres. Linings as in table. 50mm Isover Acoustic Partition Roll (APR 1200) 150mm Isover Acoustic Partition Roll (APR 1200)
in the cavity. Linings as in table. (100mm and 50mm) in the cavity.
Linings as in table.
C04
thickness type thickness partition Rw (Rw + Ctr ) dB rating weight

mm mm height1 Any2 Skim3 kg/m² Any2 Skim3
mm finish only finish only
1 208 Gyproc WallBoard 2 x 15 5000 52 (47) 54 (47) Severe 42 A206A028 A206A028S
1 208 Gyproc SoundBloc 2 x 15 5000 59 (54) 60 (54) Severe 51 A206A179 A206A179S
1 198 Gyproc FireLine 2 x 12.5 7800 52 (48) 53 (48) Severe 40 A206A091 A206A091S
1 208 Gyproc FireLine 2 x 15 8100 52 (47) 54 (47) Severe 50 A206A180 A206A180S
1
2
3
British Gypsum.
For heights over 8000mm, Gypframe Extra Deep Flange Floor & Ceiling Channel should be used at head and base.

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Two layers of board each side of 146mm

Two layers of board each side Two layers of board each side of 146mm Gypframe
Gypframe 146 AS 50 AcouStuds at 600mm centres.
Partitions
of 146mm Gypframe 146 AS 50 AcouStuds 146 AS 50 AcouStuds at 600mm centres. 50mm
150mm Isover Acoustic Partition Roll (APR 1200)
at 600mm centres. Linings as in table. Isover Acoustic Partition Roll (APR 1200)
(100mm and 50mm) in the cavity.
Linings as in table.
C04
thickness type thickness partition Rw (Rw + Ctr ) dB rating weight
mm mm height1 Any2 Skim3 kg/m² Any2 Skim3
mm finish only finish only
1 208 Gyproc WallBoard 2 x 15 8100 52 (47) 54 (47) Severe 42 A206A028 A206A028S
1
2
3
British Gypsum.
For heights over 8000mm, Gypframe Extra Deep Flange Floor & Ceiling Channel should be used at head and base.

GypWall classic design
GypWall classic
Building design Framing surround for openings
Whilst our GypWall partition systems are non-loadbearing, they Where services such as horizontal ducts, fire dampers and access
are able to provide resistance to levels of horizontal uniformly panels are required to penetrate the wall, their position should be
distributed loads in accordance with BS 6399. pre-determined in order that a framed opening can be provided.
The openings should be constructed using established metal stud
Refer to C02. S01. P26 – Robustness.
procedures.
Planning – key factors Refer to Partitions introduction C04. S01. P16 - construction
details 28-31.
GypWall classic comprises Gypframe 'C' Studs installed at 600mm
centres within Gypframe Floor & Ceiling Channels. The position
Cavity barriers
of services and heavy fixtures should be pre-determined and their
installation planned into the frame erection stage. Minimum 12.5mm Gyproc plasterboard, screw-fixed into the web
Partitions
of perimeter channels or vertical studs, will provide a satisfactory

Fixing floor and ceiling channels closure to flame or smoke.
Gypframe Floor & Ceiling Channels must be securely fixed with a Refer to C06. S07. P02 – Cavity barriers.
row of fixings at 600mm maximum centres. For 94mm and 148mm
channels, two rows of staggered fixings are required, each row at
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Control joints
600mm centres and each fixing 25mm in from the flange. If the
Control joints may be required in the partition to relieve stresses
floor is uneven, a 38mm thick timber sole plate equal to the width
induced by expansion and contraction of the structure (refer to
of the channel should be used.
Partitions introduction C04. S01. P10 – construction detail 12). They
should coincide with movement joints within the surrounding
If the concrete or screeded floor is new, consideration should be
structure.
given to the installation of a damp-proof membrane between the
floor surface and the channel or sole plate.
Deflection heads
Splicing Partition head deflection designs may be necessary to

accommodate deflections in the supporting floor. Deflection heads
To extend studs, overlap by 600mm (minimum). Fix together using
may also be required to the underside of roof structures subjected
British Gypsum Wafer Head Drywall Screws or steel pop rivets (two
to positive and negative pressures.
to each flange), or by using the Gyproc Stud Interlocking Tool twice
to each flange. Refer to Partitions introduction C04. S01. P11 – construction
details 15-22.
Refer to Partitions introduction C04. S01. P07 – construction
detail 1.
To minimise the loss of acoustic performance:
Partition to structural steelwork junctions Refer to C02. S01. P10 – Building acoustics.
When designing the layout of rooms requiring separation by sound

Services
insulating walls abutting structural steelwork, consideration should
be given to the potential loss of sound insulation performance Penetrations
through the steelwork. Penetrations of fire-resistant or sound-insulating constructions
for services need careful consideration to ensure that the
Refer to C02. S01. P10 – Building acoustics.
performance of the element is not downgraded. Consideration also
needs to be given to the services themselves so they do not act as
Door openings
the mechanism of fire spread or sound transmission.
The designer should consider thickness tolerances of the partition
Refer to C02. S01. P32 – Service installations.
types in relation to the proposed door frame detail. Standard door
frame detailing to suit BS 5234 Light and Medium Duty applications
is shown in Partitions introduction C04. S01. P13 – construction
detail 25. Detailing to satisfy BS 5234 requirements for Heavy and Handy hint
Severe Duty Rating is shown in Partitions introduction C04. S01. P14
– construction details 26 and 27. The door manufacturer should Where access is limited to one side of the
also be consulted in relation to door details. head, e.g. M+E cages already installed in
corridors
Specialist advice should be sought from door manufacturers and
Refer to C05. S02. P02 - ShaftWall.
Acoustic Consultants to ensure the required acoustic performance
is achieved. This becomes more important as acoustic requirements
increase.

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Electrical
The installation of electrical services should be carried out in
accordance with BS 7671. The cut-outs in the studs can be used Handy hint
for routing electrical and other small services (refer to Partitions
introduction C04. S01. P07 – construction detail 2). Switch boxes For alternative stud types and / or reduced
and socket outlets can be supported from Gypframe 99 FC 50 Fixing centres, to increase maximum partition
Channel fixed horizontally between studs, or a high performance height, further options are available.
socket box detail used where higher acoustic performance is Refer to C04. S01. P05, table 2.
required.
Where Gypframe AcouStuds are used, services are routed through

50mm x 28mm ‘H’ shaped push-outs, at the same centres as shown
Partitions
in Partitions introduction C04. S01. P07 – construction detail 2a
for conventional cut-outs. Cables should be protected by conduit,
SpecSure®
or other suitable precautions taken to prevent abrasion when they
All our systems are covered by SpecSure® when
pass through the metal frame. Service cut-outs should be aligned to
using genuine British Gypsum and Saint-Gobain
allow easy installation of service. If studs require cutting, cut from
Isover products.
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the same end of each stud to ensure cut-out alignment.
Independent support
When designing for the installation of services such as fire

dampers and associated ductwork through a GypWall partition,
consideration should be given to the size and weight of the
damper - this will determine whether it can be supported directly
from the partition or needs to be independently supported from the
structure.

details 29-31.
Fixtures
Lightweight fixtures can be made directly to the partition linings.

Medium weight fixtures can be made to Gypframe 99 FC 50
Fixing Channel. Heavyweight fixtures (to BS 5234) such as wash
basins and wall cupboards, can be fixed using plywood secured by
Gypframe Service Support Plates.
Refer to C02. S01. P33 – Service installations.
Access for maintenance
Gyproc Profilex Access Panels are available to provide access for

maintenance. Access panels must be fully compatible with drywall
construction and match the fire rating of the partition.
Refer to profilex.co.uk for further information.
Board finishing
Refer to C08. S01. P03 – Finishes.
Tiling
Tiles up to 32kg/m2 can be applied to the surface of lightweight

partition systems.
Refer to C08. S04. P02 – Tiling.
Construction details
For standard GypWall construction details

details.

GypWall classic system components
GypWall classic
Gypframe metal components ( Refer to C10. S02. P02 for details)
Gypframe ‘C’ Studs (48 S 50, 70 S 50, 92 S 50, Gypframe Extra Deep Flange Floor & Ceiling
146 S 50) Channels (50 EDC 70, 72 EDC 80, 94 EDC 70,
Vertical stud providing acoustic and structural 148 EDC 80)
performances designed to receive fixing of board Floor and ceiling channels with extra deep flanges
to both sides. for retaining the Gypframe studs at floor and
ceiling junctions for partitions over 8000mm high.
Also used around openings and in deflection heads
(maximum 50mm deflection).
Partitions
Gypframe ‘I’ Studs (70 I 50, 92 I 90, 146 I 80, Gypframe 99 FC 50 Fixing Channel
146 TI 90) A versatile metal fixing channel used to support
Enhanced strength stud that allows for increased medium weight fixtures on walls.
partition height, designed to receive fixing of board.
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Gypframe AcouStud (70 AS 50, 92 AS 50, 146 AS 50) Gypframe GFS1 Fixing Strap
Vertical stud providing enhanced acoustic and Used to support horizontal board joints and within
structural performances designed to receive deflection heads.
fixing of board to both sides.
Gypframe Folded Edge Standard Floor & Ceiling Gypframe GFT1 Fixing T
Channels (50 FEC 50, 72 FEC 50, 94 FEC 50, Used to support horizontal board joints.
148 FEC 50)
Standard floor and ceiling channels for retaining
the Gypframe studs at floor and ceiling junctions Gypframe GA6 Splayed Angle
and around openings to heights not exceeding Steel angle providing framing stability and
4200mm. board support.
Gypframe Deep Flange Floor & Ceiling Channels Gypframe Service Support Plate
(50 DC 60, 72 DC 60, 94 DC 60, 148 DC 60) For installation of 18mm plywood within
Floor and ceiling channels with deep flanges for a partition cavity to support medium to
retaining the Gypframe studs at floor and ceiling heavyweight fixtures.
junctions for partitions 4200mm to 8000mm high.
Also used around openings and in deflection heads
(maximum 30mm deflection).
Board products ( Refer to C10. S03. P02 for details)
Gyproc WallBoard Gyproc SoundBloc1

Standard gypsum plasterboard. Gypsum plasterboard with a high density core for
enhanced sound insulation performance.
Gyproc Moisture Resistant Gyproc SoundBloc f

Gypsum plasterboard with moisture resistant Gypsum plasterboard with fire resistant additives
additives in the core and special green lining paper and a high density core for enhanced sound
for easy recognition. insulation performance.
Gyproc FireLine1 Gyproc Plank

Gypsum plasterboard with fire resistant additives. Standard gypsum plasterboard located as an
inner layer.
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Also available in a Moisture Resistant (mr) version. mr boards are specified in intermittent wet use areas.

GypWall classic system components (continued)
GypWall classic
Board products ( Refer to C10. S03. P02 for details)
Glasroc H tilebacker3 Glasroc F firecase

Non-combustible glass-reinforced gypsum board Non-combustible glass-reinforced gypsum board.
with a water resistant pre-primed acrylic coating Used to form deflection head.
to receive tiling.
Glasroc F multiboard Gyproc CoreBoard

Non-combustible glass-reinforced gypsum board. Gypsum plasterboard with fire and moisture
Providing optimum acoustic and fire performance. resistant additives. Used to form deflection head.
Partitions
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Glasroc H tilebacker is suitable for use in high moisture environments.
Fixing products ( Refer to C10. S04. P02 for details)
British Gypsum Drywall Screws British Gypsum Jack-Point Screws
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Corrosion resistant self-tapping steel screws For fixing boards to Gypframe metal framing
for fixing board to metal framing less than 0.8mm thick or greater (‘I’ studs 0.6mm thick
0.8mm thick ('I' studs less than 0.6mm thick). and greater).
British Gypsum Collated Drywall Screws British Gypsum Wafer Head Jack-Point Screws
Corrosion resistant self-tapping steel screws Corrosion resistant self-tapping steel screws
for fixing board to metal framing less than for fixing metal to metal framing 0.8mm thick or
0.8mm thick ('I' studs less than 0.6mm thick). greater ('I' studs 0.6mm thick or greater).
British Gypsum Wafer Head Drywall Screws

Corrosion resistant self-tapping steel screws
for fixing metal to metal framing less than
0.8mm thick ('I' studs less than 0.6mm thick).
Plasterboard accessories ( Refer to C10. S05. P02 for details)
Gyproc Jointing Material Gyproc edge and angle beads

Jointing compounds, ready mixes and adhesives Protecting and enhancing board edges and corners
for reinforcement and finishing of board joints.
Primers and sealers for treatment of boards for
pre-decoration.
Gyproc FireStrip Gyproc Sealant

A soft extruded linear intumescent gap sealer Used to seal air paths for optimum sound
to maintain fire resistance located directly to insulation.
the underside of the soffit when forming a
deflection head.
Gyproc Control Joint Gyproc Joint Tape

To accommodate structural movement of up A paper tape designed for reinforcement of flat
to 7mm. joints or internal angles.

GypWall classic system components (continued)
GypWall classic
Finishing products ( Refer to C10. S06. P02 for details)
Thistle MultiFinish ThistlePro DuraFinish

To provide a plaster skim finish on most common To provide a plaster skim finish and provide up to
backgrounds including undercoat plasters and 60% tougher resistance to accidental damage.
plasterboard. Can provide enhanced acoustic
performance.
Thistle BoardFinish ThistlePro PureFinish

To provide a plaster skim finish to To provide a plaster skim finish with
Gyproc plasterboards. ACTIVair technology. Used to finish most
Partitions
common backgrounds including undercoat plasters

and plasterboard. For more information refer to
C02. S01. P49.
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Thistle SprayFinish ThistlePro Magnetic

To provide a plaster skim finish by spray or hand To provide a plaster skim finish that provides an
application, ideal for medium to large projects. attraction to magnets used to finish a wide range
of backgrounds, including undercoat plasters and
plasterboard.
Thistle ProTape FT50 Plaster accessories

Self-adhesive 48mm wide glass fibre mesh tape. Designed for reinforcement and finishing of board
joints before plaster skimming.
Thistle ProTape FT100

Self-adhesive 100mm wide glass fibre mesh tape.
Insulation products ( Refer to C10. S09. P02 for details)
Isover Acoustic Partition Roll (APR 1200) Isover Modular Roll

Glass mineral wool for enhanced acoustic Glass mineral wool for enhanced acoustic
performance. performance.
Stone mineral wool (by others)

For fire-stopping.
Access panels ( Refer to profilex.co.uk for details)
Profilex Access Panel

Panel for access to cavity.

GypWall classic system installation overview
GypWall classic
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For installation guidance refer to the British Gypsum Site Book.
Partitions
Appropriate Gypframe channels are suitably Gypframe 'C' Studs are suitably fixed to Gypframe studs are then friction fitted into
fixed to the floor and soffit. abutments. the Gypframe Floor & Ceiling Channels at
required centres.
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Door openings are constructed to suit the The perimeter of the partition is then sealed M&E services can be located within the
partitions' duty rating. on both sides with Gyproc Sealant. partition cavity.
Isover insulation can also be added to Gyproc plasterboards or Glasroc specialist

the partition cavity for increased acoustic boards are fixed to the Gypframe framework
performance. with British Gypsum Drywall Screws.
Additional information
For full installation details, refer to the
British Gypsum Site Book, available to
download from british-gypsum.com

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