Gypsum Boards
GypsumBoards
Boards for partitions, linings and ceilings, in three types.
What it is
A family of panel products consisting of a noncombustible gypsum core wrapped in heavy paper on all sides (commonly called drywall, wallboard, or plasterboard).
Derived from natural gypsum rock, a crystalline mineral composed of calcium sulfate dihydrate containing roughly 21% chemically bound water.
Serves as the primary ingredient for drywall, interior plaster, PVC-faced ceiling panels, and related finishing products.
What it does on site
- Flat, true facesComes off the pallet straight and stays straight.
- Cuts cleanScore and snap, no wet trades and no waiting.
- Takes a finishReady for jointing, skimming and decoration.
- Fixes to steelWorks with the stud and track sizes we roll.
Three boards, three jobs
Pick by the room, not by the price. Each type is available across the same sizes.
- 01
Regular
Al Petra Regular Gypsum Boards are gypsum wallboards specially designed to offer the essential characteristics of light weight and good performance when used in drywall partitions, ceilings and lining systems.
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- 02
Moisture resistant
Al Petra Moisture Resistant Gypsum Boards are gypsum wallboards specially designed to offer superior moisture resistance performance when used in drywall partitions, ceilings and lining systems.
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- 03
Fire resistant
Al Petra Fire Resistant Gypsum Boards are gypsum wallboards specially designed to offer superior fire resistance performance when used in fire rated drywall partitions, shaft walls, ceilings and wall lining systems.
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Where it is used
Partitions
Internal walls built on a steel frame, faced both sides.
Wall linings
Flat, finishable face over block or concrete.
Ceilings
Continuous board ceilings on a suspended frame.
Shafts and bulkheads
Boxing in services, risers and dropped detail.
Packaging and storage
- Packaging
- Stacked and banded on pallets
- Storage
- Store flat, off the ground, in a dry place, away from moisture
- Handling
- Carry boards on edge. Use protective equipment when cutting.