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BS 8000 : Part 10 : 1995 Issue 2, November 1996

Committees responsible for this

British Standard
The preparation of this British Standard was entrusted to Technical Committee
B/544, Plastering, rendering, dry lining, screeds and in-situ floorings, upon which the
following bodies were represented:

Association of Building Component Manufacturers

Building Employers' Confederation
Chartered Institute of Building
Department of the Environment (Building Research Establishment)
Federation of Plastering and Drywall Contractors
Gypsum Products Development Association
Institute of Clerks of Works of Great Britain
Local Authority Organizations
Mortar Producers' Association

This British Standard, having

been prepared under the
direction of the Sector Board for
Building and Civil Engineering,
was published under the
authority of the Standards Board
and comes into effect on
15 August 1995

 BSI 1995
Amendments issued since publication
Amd. No. Date Text affected
First published October 1989
Second edition August 1995
9271 November Indicated by a sideline in the margin
1996
The following BSI references
relate to the work on this
standard:
Committee reference B/544
Draft for comment 93/108513DC

ISBN 0 580 24255 2

 BS 8000 : Part 10 : 1995

Contents

Page
Committees responsible Inside front cover
Foreword ii
Code of practice
Section 1. General
1.1 Scope 1
1.2 References 1
1.3 Definitions 1
Section 2. Materials handling and preparation
2.1 Checking, handling and site storage of materials and components 2
2.2 Preparation of work, materials and components 3
Section 3. Applying plasters and rendering mixes
3.1 General 12
3.2 Internal plastering coats 12
3.3 External rendering coats 13
Tables
1 Maximum centres for framing and battens 7
2 Length and spacing of nails 7
3 Thicknesses of plaster coatings 13
Figures
1 Examples of treatments at junctions of solid backgrounds of dissimilar
materials 5
2 Gypsum plank: typical ceiling layout 9
3 Gypsum lath: typical ceiling layout 9
4 Gypsum baseboard: typical ceiling layout 10
Index 15
List of references Inside back cover

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Foreword

This Part of BS 8000 has been prepared by Technical Committee B/544, and
supersedes BS 8000 : Part 10 : 1989 which is withdrawn. It makes
recommendations and gives guidance on basic workmanship for conventional
types of building work.
This edition introduces technical changes to the recommendations for
preparation of work, materials and components, for internal plastering and
external rendering. However, this edition does not reflect a full review or
revision of the standard, which will be undertaken in due course.
The recommendations given are not necessarily comprehensive; particular
project documents, e.g. project specifications, may need to cover particular
recommendations not dealt with by this code of practice.
This code of practice is unique in that unlike other British Standards it draws
together recommendations given in other codes of practice.
The purpose of this code of practice is to encourage good workmanship by
providing the following:
a) the most frequently recognized recommendations on workmanship for
building work in a readily available and convenient form to those working on
site;
b) assistance in the efficient preparation and administration of contracts;
c) recommendations on how designers' requirements for workmanship may be
satisfactorily recognized;
d) definitions of good practice on building sites for supervision and for training
purposes; this guidance is not intended to supplant the normal training in craft
skills;
e) a reference for quality of workmanship on building sites.
It is recognized that design, procurement and project information should be
conducive to good workmanship on site.
During the preparation of this code of practice the Building Industry's
Co-ordinating Committee for Project Information (CCPI) produced a Common
Arrangement of Work Sections (CAWS) for building work. This code of practice
has generally been arranged in accordance with the Common Arrangement so
that it can be used easily with project specifications and bills of quantities using
this arrangement. Other major documents are being restructured in accordance
with the Common Arrangement.
NOTE. The CCPI was sponsored by the Association of Consulting Engineers, the Building Employer's
Confederation, the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors and the Royal Institute of British
Architects.

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BS 8000 comprises the following Parts.

Part 1. Code of practice for excavation and filling

Part 2. Code of practice for concrete work
Part 3. Code of practice for masonry
Part 4. Code of practice for waterproofing
Part 5. Code of practice for carpentry, joinery and general fixings
Part 6. Code of practice for roof, slate, tile covering and cladding
Part 7. Code of practice for glazing
Part 8. Code of practice for plasterboard partitions and dry linings
Part 9. Code of practice for cement/sand floor screeds and concrete floor
toppings
Part 10. Code of practice for plastering and rendering
Part 11. Code of practice for wall and floor tiling
Part 12. Code of practice for decorative wallcoverings and painting
Part 13. Code of practice for above ground drainage and sanitary
appliances
Part 14. Code of practice for below ground drainage
Part 15. Code of practice for hot and cold water services (domestic scale)

Subcommittes B/544/4, Plastering, and B/544/5, External rendering, have also

participated in the preparation of this Part of BS 8000 and the content is based
on and consistent with BS 5492 and BS 5262, and for plastering and rendering to
receive wall tiling to BS 5385. However, these standards cover the subject more
comprehensively and include design, materials and other related aspects in
addition to workmanship on site.
The text of this Part of BS 8000 includes commentaries and figures. These
commentaries are separately identified and are intended to be for guidance only
and do not form part of the recommendations. They refer, unless otherwise
stated, to the clause which immediately precedes each commentary.
As a code of practice, this British Standard takes the form of guidance and
recommendations. It should not be quoted as it it were a specification and
particular care should be taken to ensure that claims of compliance are not
misleading.
Compliance with a British Standard does not of itself confer immunity from
legal obligations.

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Section 1. General

1.1 Scope
This Part of BS 8000 gives recommendations on basic
workmanship on building sites and covers those tasks
which are frequently carried out in relation to
plastering and rendering.
For design aspects of plastering and rendering
reference should be made to BS 5492 and BS 5262. For
plastering and rendering to receive internal wall tiling
reference should be made to BS 5385 : Part 1 and for
rendering to receive external wall tiling to
BS 5385 : Part 2.

1.2 References
1.2.1 Normative references
This Part of BS 8000 incorporates, by reference,
provisions from specific editions of other publications.
These normative references are cited at the
appropriate points in the text and the publications are
listed on the inside back cover. Subsequent
amendments to, or revisions of, any of these
publications apply to this Part of BS 8000 only when
incorporated in it by updating or revision.
1.2.2 Informative references
This Part BS 8000 refers to other publications that
provide information or guidance. Editions of these
publications current at the time of issue of this
standard are listed on the inside back cover, but
reference should be made to the latest editions.

1.3 Definitions
For the purposes of this Part of BS 8000, the
definitions given in BS 6100 : Subsection 1.3.1 and
BS 6100 : Subsection 1.3.3 apply.

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Section 2. Materials handling and preparation
Caution. When Portland cement and/or lime is mixed
with water, or even becomes damp, alkalis are released
which can be harmful to the skin. The effect depends
on the length of contact, any abrasion, the individual
and the part of the body involved. Suitable protective
clothing should be worn. If eyes are affected they
should be washed out without delay and medical
advice sought.
2.1 Checking, handling and site storage of
materials and components
2.1.1 Checking
Check delivery tickets and certificates against the
specification; examine marks and labels and the
condition of materials and components. If necessary
refer to the supplier immediately.
In particular check the following.
a) Materials and components are clean, undamaged
and, if appropriate, dry.
b) Where a surface is not to be decorated, sufficient
supplies of consistent materials are available to
avoid colour variations.
c) Plaster is of the right type for the type of
background to which it is to be applied.
d) Sands for cementitious mixes are clean and
sharp.
e) For ready-mixed lime/sand for mortar and
ready-to-use retarded mortar the mix is to the
correct specification and the required period of
effectiveness of any retarder is correctly stated.
f) Metal lathings are of the specified metal and mesh
size and, if steel, that they are corrosion resistant,
e.g. either galvanized or stainless steel. Similarly,
ensure that all fixings, e.g. nails, staples, tying wire,
etc. are corrosion resistant and are compatible with
the type of lathing.
g) Gypsum plasterboards are the correct types and
thickness.
COMMENTARY. The most commonly used types are
as follows:
1) lath: long and narrow boards, rounded paper
bound edges;
2) baseboard: rectangular shape, square edges;
3) plank: long narrow plank shape, square edges
and for boards to receive plaster, grey/grey paper
facings.
`Wallboards' which are made for direct decoration
on the decorative paper face can be plastered on the
reverse grey paper face.
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2.1.2 Handling and site storage
2.1.2.1 Handling gypsum plasterboard
Handle gypsum plasterboard carefully. In particular
observe the following.
a) Do not let gypsum plasterboard get wet. If
practicable, keep it in the wrappings in which it was
delivered.
b) Carry boards on edge; pick them up and place
them down on edge to avoid breakage when laying
flat.
c) Do not drag boards over each other.
d) If boards are bound in pairs to protect their
surfaces, do not separate them until necessary.
e) If slings are used for lifting, stack boards on a
clean, dry platform so that they do not overhang;
keep slings away from the board edges by using
spreaders to avoid damage to the edge.
f) If transporting boards by dumper, crane or forklift
truck, use a supporting platform.
2.1.2.2 Storing gypsum plasterboard
Store boards off the ground and horizontally on a level
base consisting of a timber platform or bearers at
least 100 mm wide laid across the width of the boards
at centres not exceeding 400 mm. If it is not stored in a
weatherproof building, completely cover the stack with
a weatherproof sheet secured all round. Protect from
damp rising from below the stack. Unless special
provisions are made, do not stack boards to a height
of more than 1 m.
2.1.2.3 Handling metal lathing and components
a) Do not distort sheets of lathing or sections of
angle beads and stops.
b) Take care not to damage galvanized coatings.
2.1.2.4 Storing associated components
Store lathing, beads, fixings, scrim, building paper and
similar associated components under cover, off the |
ground and protected from damage, contamination and
distortion.
2.1.2.5 Storing bags of cement, lime and plaster
Where cement, lime or plaster is to be stored for later
use, unless there are small quantities only, store as
follows.
a) Store in a dry, weatherproof, enclosed shed or
building with a dry floor. If the floor is concrete,
store on a timber platform.
b) Keep different materials in separate stacks.
c) Stack bags away from walls, closely together not
more than eight bags high.
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d) Stack bags so that consignments can be used in
the order of delivery.
e) Check cement for deterioration when taken out of
storage and discard if lumpy.
f) Discard gypsum plaster for which the shelf life
has expired.
g) Discard premixed cement-based plaster if it is
more than 6 months old.
In the case of small quantities for immediate use, if not
stored in a shed or building, stand the bags on a
timber platform well clear of the ground and cover
with tarpaulin or polyethylene sheet so that all the
bags are wholly protected from wind and rain.
COMMENTARY. Even if materials are protected from
rain, moisture in the air will gradually cause their
deterioration. Even in good conditions cement will
eventually go lumpy and give lower strength. Moisture
in plaster shortens the setting time and may reduce
strength.
2.1.2.6 Storing sand, aggregates and mortars
a) Store different sands and aggregates in different
stockpiles on hard clean bases which permit free
drainage. Do not intermix them; avoid contamination
from lime, cement, gypsum, leaves, rubbish, dirt or
other deleterious material.
b) Store lime/sand mixes on hard impervious bases
and cover them over to prevent excessive wetting or
drying out.
c) Store ready-to-use retarded mortar in containers.
Cover it over to protect from rain and water loss
and shade from the sun. Do not allow the
temperature of the mortar to fall below 4 ÊC. Do not
store for longer than the manufacturer's quoted
period for retardation.
d) In frosty weather cover over all stockpiles to
protect them from frost.
2.2 Preparation of work, materials and
components
2.2.1 General
2.2.1.1 Liaisons
Liaise with site management and determine:
a) trade sequences to provide continuity of work;
b) satisfactory provisions for storage of materials;
c) satisfactory provision of utility services;
d) requirements for the clearing of rubbish and the
protection of work;
e) whether persistent efflorescence occurs.
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2.2.1.2 Working conditions
For external rendering check that window frames and
other relevant first fixings by other trades are
complete.
For internal plastering:
a) check that working areas are waterproof;
b) check that window frames, including glazing or
temporary protection to openings and other joinery
first fix items are in position and relevant first
fixings of other trades are complete;
c) check that working areas are clean, dry and free
from obstruction.
2.2.1.3 Distributed components and materials
When materials and components are distributed to the
work position ensure that the structure is not
overloaded. Obtain advice about any restrictions on
loading.
2.2.1.4 Cleanliness and protection
a) Prior to plastering or rendering check that any
existing work and components which are liable to
be damaged during application have previously been
protected. Such items will include facing brickwork,
finished joinery, metalwork, glazing, ductwork and
any open pipe ends.
b) Maintain such protection as provided during
application.
c) Clean off any splashes and spillages arising from
application before they set.
d) Keep all plant and tools in a clean and
serviceable condition.
2.2.1.5 Lighting
Ensure that the intensity and direction of the lighting
provided will enable a satisfactory finish to be
achieved.
COMMENTARY. Appendix B of BS 5492 : 1990 gives
guidance. It is important to take into account the
effect of the direction of lighting, either natural or
installed, on the final decoration. This is particularly
important where a gloss or semi-gloss finish is to be
applied.
2.2.1.6 Background suitability
a) Check that backgrounds are sound, stable, free
from contamination and reasonably dry.
b) Check that backgrounds are sufficiently true and
even in line and plumb to accommodate the
application specified. Refer to the accuracy
requirements in the project specification and
see 3.2.2.
c) Ensure that backgrounds provide an adequate
mechanical key unless bonding agents or bonding
admixtures are to be used (see 2.2.2.3).
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d) Check that any metal lathing etc. and any metal
fixings used to enhance the mechanical key of a
background to be rendered externally are of
stainless steel or other specified material in
situations subject to direct rain.
e) Check that backgrounds have been completed by
earlier trades and, where required, any chases,
apertures and services are incorporated and
corrodible metallic surfaces are protected against
corrosion.
Obtain instructions if the background is considered to
be unsuitable.
COMMENTARY. Operatives can only assess the surface
condition of the background at the time of the
inspection. They are not in a position to make
assessments of the condition of the interior of the
background; for example, if it has a dry surface but a
wet core. It may be different at a later time.
Initial moisture in freshly applied gypsum plaster
and any subsequent wetting, e.g. from condensation,
will promote corrosion of unprotected steel. Coatings
which include cement or lime give some protection to
steel but are likely, when persistently damp, to corrode
lead and aluminium.
Insulating sleeves around cold water service pipes will
help to avoid condensation of moisture in adjacent
plaster.
2.2.2 Solid backgrounds
2.2.2.1 Condition of background required for
plastering and rendering
NOTE. See also 2.2.2.2.
Before applying any plaster or rendering check that the
backgrounds are suitable. If backgrounds appear
unsuitable seek instructions.
Check the following.
a) Local projections and concrete fins have been
hacked off.
b) Release agents on concrete surfaces have been
removed.
COMMENTARY. Concrete release agents should have
previously been removed using a weak detergent
solution, rinsing with clean water and allowing to
dry.
c) There are no spillages which may interfere with
the adhesion of coatings or bleed through.
d) Any traces of paint or previous coatings have
been removed.
e) There is no evidence of surface salts.
COMMENTARY. Surface salts should have
previously been removed by dry brushing, repeated
at 48 h intervals if the efflorescence was significant.
If persistent efflorescence occurs this should have
been brought to the attention of management.
f) There is no organic growth.
COMMENTARY. Organic growth should have
previously been removed by treating the surface
with a wash of a proprietary toxic material in
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accordance with the manufacturer's instructions
and brushing off when dry.
g) Brickwork joints have been raked out squarely to
a depth of 10 mm.
h) All surfaces have sufficient roughness.
COMMENTARY. Backgrounds should have
previously been roughened if necessary by hacking
or abrasive blasting the whole surface without
loosening it, washing and brushing down with
clean water. Concrete aggregate should have been
exposed to a depth of 3 mm.
2.2.2.2 Preparation of backgrounds prior to
plastering or rendering
NOTE. See also 2.2.2.3.
Brush down surfaces with a hard broom to remove
dust and loose particles.
2.2.2.3 Keying and bonding
If a suitable mechanical key is not already provided by
the construction, (see items g) and h) of 2.2.2.1), either
mechanically key or provide a bonding treatment for
the plaster or rendering. Use one or more of the |
following methods as appropriate to the background
material and type of coating (see also 2.2.2.1).
a) Lathing. Fix lathing overall (see 2.2.3 and 2.2.4).
b) Bonding agents and admixtures. Apply in
accordance with the manufacturer's sitework
instructions.
c) Spatterdash coat (for cement-based rendering).
Mix cement, sharp coarse sand and water
(cement : sand 1 : 1 1/2 to 2 by volume) to the
consistency of a thick slurry. Dampen the substrate
surface and throw on slurry with a scoop or trowel
to give an overall thin coating of rough texture. Keep
the mix stirred. Dampen the coating periodically
with a mist water spray to prevent rapid drying out
(see also 3.1.1 and 3.3.2.6).
d) Stipple coat (for cement-based rendering). Mix
cement, sharp coarse sand, water and bonding agent
(cement : sand 1 : 1 1/2 to 2 by volume) to the
consistency of a thick slurry. Either brush mixture
vigorously into the surface of the substrate and
stipple to form a deep close textured key or,
alternatively, apply a thicker slurry with a notched
trowel to form a ribbed key. Dampen the coating
periodically with a mist water spray to prevent rapid
drying out (see also 3.1.1 and 3.3.2.6).
e) Wetting of solid backgrounds. Immediately before
applying the coating, check solid backgrounds for
excessive suction by splashing the surface with
clean water (see 3.3.2.1). Dampen but do not soak
backgrounds as appropriate to the type of plaster or
rendering and the type and nature of the surface to
which it is applied.
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COMMENTARY. BS 5262 gives guidance on surfaces
and keying and bonding treatments for external
rendering and table 4 of BS 5492 : 1990 gives
guidance on surfaces and keying and bonding
treatments for internal plastering. Dense, smooth, low
suction concrete and brickwork will generally require
treatment. Polymer bonding agents may not be
appropriate for the bonding of plaster if it is essential
to achieve a specific fire resistance for the whole
construction.
Stipple and spatterdash coatings for rendering are
suitable for solid backgrounds with high and uneven
suction.
Some formulations for plastering and rendering are
intended for high suction backgrounds.
2.2.2.4 Dissimilar solid backgrounds
At junctions between dissimilar solid backgrounds in
the same plane which are to be plastered or rendered,
either fix steel lathing over junctions or form a
separation at lines of junctions, e.g. by fixing
plaster/rendering stops (see figure 1). If lathing is used,
apply it as follows.
a) Fix lathing securely over building paper with
corrosion resistant nails.
b) Over single junctions, use lathing not less
than 300 mm wide and fix along each edge at
approximately 300 mm centres. Stagger the fixings.
c) Over columns and beams not wider than 450 mm
which are flush with the surrounding background,
extend the lathing and building paper in one width
across the face of the column or beam not less
than 125 mm beyond each side. Fix along each edge
a) Metal mesh on building paper spanning over junctions
b) Controlled crack line
Figure 1. Examples of treatments at junctions of solid
backgrounds of dissimilar materials
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at approximately 300 mm centres and centrally if the
column or beam face exceeds 300 mm. Stagger the
fixings.
COMMENTARY. The detail shown in figure 1a) should
overcome differential movement between the column |
and the wall panels but will not necessarily overcome
differential movement between the two wall panels
themselves if built out of concrete blockwork. In this |
case the provision of movement joints should be
considered. To isolate the movement of the substrate
from the finish, a joint can also be formed after
application of the coating by cutting with a trowel,
knife or fine saw before the coating has hardened. If
one or other type of provision for movement is not
made an uncontrolled crack line is likely to result
(see the project specification and
also 3.1.2.1 and 2.2.4).
2.2.2.5 Angle and stop beads
Fix the appropriate specified type of bead with
corrosion resistant nails at not more than 600 mm
centres. Alternatively, for internal plastering, fix beads
with dabs of the same material as that used for the
undercoat.
2.2.2.6 Service chases
Isolate coatings from small pipes, conduits, etc. in
chases, by covering the chase with a strip of metal
lathing securely fixed along each edge with corrosion
resistant nails at 300 mm minimum centres.
2.2.3 Expanded metal and mesh lathing
backgrounds
NOTE. 2.2.3 applies also to 2.2.4 to 2.2.6.
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2.2.3.1 Tying wire
Twist all wire ties tight and bend the ends of tying wire
away from the finished face of the coating.
2.2.3.2 Tautness of lathing and mesh
Fix lathing and mesh so that it is taut.
COMMENTARY. This is best achieved by first fixing
each sheet in the centre and then working outwards
towards the ends, nailing on the skew or tying so as
to pull the sheet away from the centre.
2.2.3.3 Painting after fixing
Apply one coat of bituminous paint to any damaged
areas of galvanized steel lathing, mesh or fixings.
COMMENTARY. Metal will corrode in the presence of
moisture; this may lead to rust staining of the plaster
or rendering. Very small areas of damage can be
ignored. Although the manufacture of expanded metal
from pre-galvanized sheet damages the zinc protection
at the edge of all the cuts, the `drag over' of zinc from
punching reduces the area of damage. Sheets should
be trimmed to size by shearing rather than sawing to
minimize the area of damage. If there is doubt about
the desirability of an additional protective coating,
instructions should be obtained.
2.2.4 Plain expanded metal lathing backgrounds
NOTE. 2.2.3 applies to 2.2.4.
2.2.4.1 Slope of strands
a) Fix horizontal work with all strands sloping in the
same direction.
b) Fix vertical work with all strands sloping
downwards away from the finished face of plaster or
rendering.
2.2.4.2 Fixing to timber and metal supports
Fix lathing as follows:
a) with the long dimension of mesh at right angles
to the supports and with the span not exceeding the
manufacturer's instructions for the weight of mesh;
b) to timber, with 38 mm long nails with 7 mm
diameter heads or with 32 mm 3 2 mm staples at
approximately 100 mm centres
(10 nails or staples per linear metre);
c) to metal, with 1.22 mm tying wire at
approximately 100 mm centres
(10 fixings per linear metre).
2.2.4.3 Fixing to other backgrounds
Fix lathing in accordance with the manufacturer's
instructions and ensure that:
a) fixings are securely anchored into the
background;
b) spacers are of the correct depth and properly
positioned and fixed.
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2.2.4.4 Laps
Unless the lathing manufacturer's instructions state
otherwise lap lathing as follows.
a) Lap ends of lathing over supports not less
than 50 mm and wire together at 150 mm centres.
Where laps between supports cannot be avoided lap
ends not less than 100 mm and tie with two rows of
tying wire at 100 mm centres.
b) Lap sides not less than 25 mm and tie with tying
wire at approximately 150 mm centres.
c) Do not lap at angles.
2.2.5 Ribbed lathing backgrounds
NOTE. 2.2.3 applies to 2.2.5.
2.2.5.1 Fixing to timber and metal supports
Fix lathing as follows:
a) with ribs at right angles to the supports and their
apexes bearing on the supports, ensuring that spans
do not exceed those given in the manufacturer's
instructions;
b) to timber, with one nail or staple driven through
each rib where it crosses each support;
c) to metal, with 1.63 mm or double 1.22 mm tying
wire at each rib where it crosses each support.
2.2.5.2 Fixing to other backgrounds
Fix lathing securely in accordance with manufacturer's
instructions.
2.2.5.3 Laps
Unless the lathing manufacturer's instructions state
otherwise lap lathing as follows:
a) Lap ends of lathing over supports not less
than 50 mm and wire each pair of ribs together
with 1.63 mm tying wire. Where laps between
supports cannot be avoided lap ends not less
than 100 mm, and tie each pair of ribs together with
two rows of 1.63 mm tying wire at
approximately 100 mm centres.
b) Lap ribs at sides of adjoining sheets, press them
well together and tie with 1.22 mm tying wire or
punch fix together at centres not exceeding 150 mm.
2.2.6 Welded mesh backgrounds
NOTE. 2.2.3 applies to 2.2.6.
2.2.6.1 Fixing
Fix welded mesh securely in accordance with the
manufacturer's sitework instructions and so that:
a) the sheets are fixed with the longer dimension at
right angles to the supports;
b) laps are a minimum of one mesh and do not
occur at angles or in line with adjacent edges of
openings;
c) cross joints are lapped, formed over supports and
staggered from sheet to sheet.
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2.2.7 Gypsum plasterboard backgrounds on
timber framing/battens for walls and ceilings
2.2.7.1 Boards
a) Cut boards with a fine-tooth saw or score one
face with a sharp knife, snap board over a straight
edge and cut through the paper liner on the other
side.
b) Fix with the printed or film surface or thermal
laminate against the supports, i.e. with the grey face
exposed.
c) Keep the boards dry. Do not plaster on boards if
they are wet.
d) Fix ceiling linings before wall linings.
2.2.7.2 Supports
Check that the framing or battens are wide enough to
accommodate fixings and are at centres not greater
| than those given in table 1.
COMMENTARY. The sizes of timber backgrounds for
gypsum plasterboard are normally as follows:
a)timber battens to solid backgrounds: not less than
44 mm wide and 38 mm thick;
b)timber framing for walls and partitions: bearing
surface of timbers to receive abutting edges of
boards not less than 38 mm wide;
c)timber framing for ceilings: bearing surface of
timbers to receive abutting edges of boards not less
than 41 mm wide. Noggings to receive jointed edges
not less than 38 mm basic thickness. Perimeter
framing to receive one edge or cut end not less than
25 mm basic thickness.
There are two cases where experience has shown that
the above recommendations for the sizes of timber
backgrounds can be modified.
1) In the case of trussed rafters designed and
manufactured in accordance with
BS 5268 : Part 3, having a span of not more than
11 m and being fixed in a building in which the
plasterboard ceiling
(maximum thickness 12.5 mm) will not be affected
by regular foot traffic from above, the face width
of the timber should be not less than 35 mm as
measured in accordance with BS 4471. No
negative tolerance is permissible on the 35 mm
dimension.
2) In the case of a domestic floor joist supporting
a plasterboard ceiling, the face width of sawn or
processed timber should be not less than 38 mm as
measured in accordance with BS 4471.
2.2.7.3 Nailing
a) Select and space nails in accordance with table 2.
b) Drive nails fully home but do not fracture the
paper surface of the board.
c) Nail from the centre of the board working
outwards to the edges and ends.
d) Fix boards not less than 10 mm from bound paper
edges and 13 mm from cut edges and ends.
e) Fix boards not less than 6 mm from the edge of
the timber.

Table 1. Maximum centres for framing and

battens
Board Maximum centres
thickness Walls Ceilings
mm mm mm
9.5 450 400
12.5 600 450
19.0 800 750

Table 2. Length and spacing of nails

Type of board Minimum length of nails1) Spacing (at each support)
for board thickness
mm

Plank 50 At least 5 nails across each board

Lath 30 for 9.5 board At least 4 nails across each board
40 for 12.5 board
Baseboard 30 for 9.5 board 8 nails per linear metre
40 for 12.5 board
Wallboard 30 for 9.5 board 8 nails per linear metre
40 for 12.5 board
Thermal laminate Board thickness + 25 8 nails per linear metre
1) Suitable nails have minimum 2.5 mm diameter shank and minimum 7 mm diameter head.

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2.2.7.4 Gypsum plank
Fix gypsum plank to timber supports as follows
(see figure 2).
a) Ensure noggings are provided to support all edges
around the perimeter of walls and ceilings.
b) Fix boards with their paper bound edges at right
angles to supports.
c) Stagger end joints; always locate end joints over a
support.
d) Leave slight gaps between edges and end but not
exceeding 3 mm.
e) Nail boards in accordance with 2.2.7.3.
f) Before plastering commences fill all the joints
flush to the board face with either board finish
plaster for single coat work or undercoat plaster for
two coat work.
g) Unless otherwise specified reinforce all internal
and external wall angles and angles between ceilings
and walls with scrim embedded in plaster
(see 2.2.7.9 and 2.2.2.5).
h) Reinforce all the joints with one of the following:
1) scrim embedded in plaster immediately after
step f) (see also 2.2.7.9);
2) paper tape with an appropriate compound;
3) self-adhesive scrim reinforced with a final coat
of plaster of the same type to be used as the final
coat.
COMMENTARY. Supports are not required for paper
bound edges within the general area of walls and
ceilings but only at perimeters. Noggings might be
needed if the board has a vapour check film; it is good
practice to check the requirements before fixing the
boards.
2.2.7.5 Gypsum lath
Fix gypsum lath to timber supports following
steps a) to g) in 2.2.7.4 (see also figure 3).
NOTE. On lath, joint filling only f) and joint scrimming g) should
be allowed to set but not dry before applying the first coat.
COMMENTARY. Supports are not required for paper
bound edges within the general area of walls and
ceilings but only at perimeters.
2.2.7.6 Gypsum baseboard
Fix gypsum baseboard to timber supports following
steps a) to h) in 2.2.7.4 (see also figure 4).
COMMENTARY. Supports are not required for paper
bound edges within the general area of walls and
ceilings but only at perimeters. Noggings are needed
if the board has a vapour check film and it is good
practice to check the requirements before fixing the
boards.
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2.2.7.7 Gypsum wallboard
Fix gypsum wallboard to timber supports with the grey
paper face exposed to receive plaster.
Fix to walls and ceilings in accordance with a) to h)
of 2.2.7.4, but for walls, fix boards either with paper
bound edges centred over vertical supports or with
these edges at right angles to supports and supported
by noggings. COMMENTARY. It is preferable to fix
boards for walls vertically; noggings are needed if
boards are fixed horizontally.
2.2.7.8 Gypsum thermal laminate boards
Fix thermal laminate boards to timber supports as
follows.
a) Ensure noggings are provided to support all edges
around the perimeter of walls and ceilings and any
horizontal joints in walls.
b) For walls, either with paper bound edges centred
over vertical supports or with these edges at right
angles to supports, and supported on noggings.
c) For ceilings, with paper bound edges at right
angles to supports.
d) Follow steps a) to e), g) and h) in 2.2.7.4.
COMMENTARY. If thermal laminate boards are
intended to serve as a vapour check, noggings are
needed at all intermediate points, i.e. including paper
bound edge joints in ceilings. It is good practice to
check the requirements before fixing the boards.
2.2.7.9 Scrimming joints
Bed scrim in neat plaster of similar type to the first
coat of plaster, centrally over joints. Do not lap ends.
Press it well in and trowel flat. Scrim joints just before
the first coat of plaster is applied. Allow the bedding to
set but not to dry before this first coat is applied.
2.2.8 Slab and board backgrounds other than
plasterboard
2.2.8.1 Dryness
Before applying the coating direct, ensure that slab and
board backgrounds are dry.
COMMENTARY. The movements on drying between
boards and plasters and renderings may cause
cracking of the coating. It is necessary to keep
substrate boards dry and, in the case of woodwool
permanent formwork, to allow sufficient time for it to
dry before coating.
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Figure 2. Gypsum plank: typical ceiling layout

Figure 3. Gypsum lath: typical ceiling layout

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Figure 4. Gypsum baseboard: typical ceiling layout
2.2.8.2 Keying and bonding
Key plaster or renderings which are applied direct to
the substrate in accordance with the board, slab,
plaster or bonding agent manufacturer's instructions.
COMMENTARY. Woodwool slabs provide a good
mechanical key for rendering and plaster. Compressed
straw slabs can be supplied in a special plaster grade.
Table 4 of BS 5492 : 1990 gives guidance for plaster
mixes. Alternatively, metal lathing can be used either
overall or at joints and angles only. Channel
reinforcement to slab or board edges should be
overlaid with expanded metal lathing.
2.2.9 Preparing plaster and rendering mixes
2.2.9.1 Contamination
Avoid contamination of one type of binder material
with another.
COMMENTARY. Gypsum plaster materials made for
different backgrounds are incompatible with each
other. Portland cement and gypsum plaster materials
are also incompatible and it is essential that they are
not mixed together.
2.2.9.2 Gauging
Make allowance for the moisture content of the sand
both when gauging by weight and gauging by volume.
For gauging batches by volume use whole bags of
known quantity or gauge boxes.
COMMENTARY. The accuracy of gauging by the
shovelful cannot be relied on. It is preferable that
gauge boxes are sized to suit whole volumes of the
materials for each batch. Overfill boxes and strike off
excess material without compacting.
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Unless otherwise stated, the specifications are
normally given in volume proportions. Specifications
for batching plaster and rendering mixes containing |
sand are normally based on damp sand, which bulks.
If the sand used is dry or, conversely, saturated
increase the cement content by about one-sixth.
Ready mixed lime/sand for mortar or site prepared
coarse stuff has approximately the same volume as
the sand alone, thus, for example, to prepare a
cement : lime : sand mix 1 : 2 : 8 to 9 by volume, one
volume of cement is to be used with eight to nine
volumes of ready mixed lime : sand obtained in the
proportions 1 : 4 1/2.
2.2.9.3 Admixtures
Do not use admixtures with gypsum plaster or
premixed cement plasters. If admixtures are used for
mixes based on cement or cement/lime, use them
strictly in accordance with the manufacturer's sitework
instructions. Do not use admixtures which contain
calcium chloride.
COMMENTARY. Admixtures for cement-based plasters
and renderings may improve their workability or
water retentivity and, in some cases such as
renovation plasters and some renderings, their
waterproofing. Bonding agents may also be used as
admixtures.
2.2.9.4 Pigments
If pigments are required, use materials which are
pigmented before delivery unless it is impractical to do
so because of the small quantity required. If pigments
are added on site, ensure that the proportions of
materials are consistent and accurate for each batch.
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2.2.9.5 Mixing methods

Mix hand-trowelled gypsum or cement plaster mixes
by hand using a clean box or board, pail or trough or
with a paddle type mixer, unless the plaster
manufacturer's instructions state otherwise.
Mix cementitious mixes by machine unless only small
quantities are required. Hand mix, if agreed, on a clean
base.
COMMENTARY. It is preferable to mix hand-trowelled
gypsum plasters by hand. Mechanically applied
cement or gypsum-based plasters will be mechanically
mixed.
2.2.9.6 Mixing
Mix all materials in a batch thoroughly. Mix batches of
cement or cement/lime which contain sand to an even
texture before adding clean water. Add water and mix
the batch until a uniform consistency is obtained. Do
not mix for prolonged periods.
2.2.9.7 Discharging
Discharge mixes from the machine onto a clean base
or into clean barrows.
2.2.9.8 Cleaning mixing machine and containers
Clean and maintain the mixing machine in an overall
serviceable condition. Clean out the drum after any
change in mix and at the end of each day's work. In
addition, clean out the drum of a continuous mixer at
least three times a day if it is being used for mixing
gypsum plaster. When batch mixing gypsum plaster
clean out the drum after each mix.
2.2.9.9 Initial set
Do not use any mix after the initial set has taken
place. Do not attempt to retemper the mix but discard
it immediately.

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Section 3. Applying plasters and rendering mixes
3.1 General
3.1.1 Weather conditions
3.1.1.1 Low temperature conditions
a) Do not plaster or render onto frozen
backgrounds.
b) Do not apply gypsum plaster in frosty conditions
at the workface.
c) Do not apply any cement-based mixes if the air
temperature is below 5 ÊC or when frost is likely to
occur during a period of 24 h after application,
unless agreed protection is provided.
3.1.1.2 Drying conditions
a) Do not plaster surfaces when extremes of
moisture conditions and temperature might affect
the finished work.
COMMENTARY. Ventilation to provide good drying
conditions is necessary for gypsum plasters to develop
their full strength and minimize the risk of any
plasterboard backgrounds sagging. This is especially
important with vapour check plasterboards as drying
can only take place from one side.
It is necessary to allow cement-based undercoats to
dry for long enough for shrinkage to take place before
the application of subsequent coats. This is
particularly important in the case of gypsum-based
final coats.
Excessively high temperatures may lead to too rapid
or localized drying of thin gypsum or cement-based
coatings, and are therefore to be avoided.
b) Do not apply rendering in full hot sun or in hot
drying winds (see also 3.3.2.6). If heavy rain is likely
during rendering, keep cover sheeting handy for
immediate use.
3.1.2 Joints
3.1.2.1 Movement joints
Form any movement joints specified through the whole
of the thickness of the plaster or rendering.
3.1.2.2 Day joints
Where a rendering coat is continuous and joints are
not expressed in the finish, avoid as far as practicable
discontinuity in rendering in any featureless flat plane.
Combine any day-work joints where possible into
features and at changes of direction.
3.1.3 Plastering or rendering to receive wall
tiling
a) Apply a cement/sand mix in one coat for
thicknesses up to 12 mm and in two coats for
thicknesses up to 20 mm. Thicknesses in excess of
20 mm are not recommended.
Apply gypsum plaster in two coats for thicknesses
up to 13 mm and in three coats for thicknesses up
to 19 mm. Thicknesses in excess of 19 mm are not
recommended.
Scratch the undercoats to provide a key for
subsequent beds or coats.
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b) For tiles to be fixed with adhesive leave a wood
float finish to cement/sand mixes. For tiles to be
bedded in cement and sand scratch the finish to
provide a key.
c) Finish the surface accurately so that any gap
under a 2 m straight edge laid on the surface is not
greater than:
1) for tiling to be fixed with adhesive: 3 mm;
2) for tiling to be fixed with cement and sand:
6 mm.
3.2 Internal plastering coats
3.2.1 Thicknesses
Provide coatings of an overall thickness in accordance
with table 3 unless otherwise specified.
3.2.2 Accuracy
Unless otherwise specified apply the plaster coats to
produce as flat a surface as possible and where
appropriate check the surface by measuring between
the face and any point along a 1.8 m straightedge
placed against it.
COMMENTARY. The flatness of the plastered finish
will depend upon the accuracy to which the
background has been constructed, the thickness of the
plaster specified and whether grounds and linings are
provided and fixed to a true plane.
For plaster thicknesses less than 13 mm, no tolerance
limit is practicable.
For 13 mm thick plaster applied in two coats provided
that: the background is within the tolerance required
of the finished plaster surface, permanent grounds
and linings are fixed to a true line, and the
background is not a concrete soffit, then the finished
plaster surface should not deviate by more than 3 mm
in any consecutive 1800 mm.
For 19 mm thick plaster applied in three coats,
provided that the background is within the tolerance
required of the finished plaster surface, then the
finished surface should not deviate by more than
3 mm in any 1800 mm and be plumb.
3.2.3 Undercoats and finishing coats
3.2.3.1 General
Scratch the surfaces of undercoats to provide a
mechanical key for the succeeding coat. Do not finish
cement-based plasters with a steel trowel unless it is
required only to close the surface and smooth it; in
this case do not trowel until the surface has stiffened
to a point where it is just possible to make an
impression.
Apply each coat firmly to achieve good adhesion, and
rule to a flat surface. Work undercoat into interstices
to obtain maximum key.
Section 3
3.2.3.2 Pricking-up coats
Press coat well into lathing to provide an overall
mechanical key.
3.2.3.3 Gypsum plasters
Apply gypsum plasters in accordance with the
manufacturer's instructions and ensure that the type of
plaster is appropriate to the particular background. Do
not apply succeeding coats until the previous coat has
set; do not apply further coats on undercoats based on
cement or cement/lime until they have cured and dried.
If mechanically applied gypsum projection plaster is
used follow the manufacturer's instructions, including
restrictions on types of background.
3.2.3.4 Lightweight cement-based plasters
Apply the floating coat without delay following any
tight coat required to adjust the suction of the
background.
3.3 External rendering coats
3.3.1 Pricking-up coat on metal lathing
Press the mortar well into the lathing to form a key
and enclose the mesh on both rear and front faces.
COMMENTARY. The lathing mesh should stand off the
background or support by at least 5 mm to allow a key
to be formed.
3.3.2 Undercoats
3.3.2.1 Adjust suction
Dampen the backgrounds where and when necessary
immediately before applying coats to obtain uniform
suction and reduce excessive suction. Similarly,
dampen undercoats if necessary. Dampen just
sufficiently as work proceeds and re-dampen areas if
necessary to maintain a uniform suction.
Table 3. Thicknesses of plaster coatings
Type of work
Two coats using cement, cement/lime or
gypsum-based plasters
Three coats using cement, cement/lime or
gypsum-based plasters
Two final coats
Two coats (one undercoat, one final coat)
All types of plaster
Thin wall plasters
Projection plaster
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3.3.2.2 Dubbing out
Dub out separately any areas requiring extra thickness
to enable the first coat to be brought to a flat surface.
Carry out dubbing in coats not more than 16 mm thick.
Allow to set but not to dry before the next coat is
applied. Scratch the surface of the dubbing out coats
and allow to harden before applying the undercoat.
3.3.2.3 Strength and thickness
Make sure that second and third coats are not stronger
or thicker than previous coats.
3.3.2.4 Application
Apply the first undercoat mix either by laying on with
a trowel or by throwing mix on to the background to a
thickness of between 8 mm and 16 mm; apply any
subsequent undercoat to a thickness of between 6 mm
and 10 mm. Allow each coat to dry out before applying
subsequent coats.
Apply each coat firmly to achieve good adhesion, and
rule to a flat surface. Work undercoat into interstices
to obtain maximum key.
Trowel with pressure to exclude air at interfaces.
3.3.2.5 Keying
Use a tool such as a comb to scratch the coat surface
when it starts to stiffen. Remove dust and loose
particles before the application of the next coat. Do
not scratch the coat if the surface is to receive a
machine applied finish (see 3.3.3.5).
COMMENTARY. Recommendations for the initial
preparation of backgrounds are given in 2.2.2.3.
Background Overall thickness
mm
Solid other than concrete 13 excluding keys or dubbing
out
Concrete without 10
mechanical key
Solid 19 excluding keys or dubbing
out
Plasterboard 5
Plasterboard 10
Metal lathing 13 from face of lathing
As manufacturer's instructions
Concrete walls and soffits 5 to 10
Other walls Up to 50
Plasterboard At least 5
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3.3.2.6 Curing
Cure all coats before applying succeeding coats by
sheeting over, shading or damping periodically
according to weather conditions, and allow coats to
harden slowly.
COMMENTARY. Curing needs to be carried out over a
few days. In hot dry weather, undercoat surfaces
require protection. Polyethylene sheeting is to be hung
in close contact with undercoat surfaces for three or
four days.
The final coat may be cured by either:
a) keeping the surface damp with a fine spray of
water, or
b) protecting it with polyethylene sheeting held clear
of the wall but closed around the edges to prevent
drying air movement over the surface of the
rendering; or
c) for cement-based renderings, with curing
compounds. Instructions should be obtained for
| their use and they should not be used if the
| rendering is to be painted.
3.3.3 Finishes
3.3.3.1 Roughcast finish
Throw the mix on to the wet wall face using a hand
scoop so that the finished coating is of uniform
thickness and texture.
3.3.3.2 Dry dash finish
a) Apply a butter coat of rendering to a uniform
thickness of approximately 8 mm, depending on the
aggregate size.
b) While the butter coat is still plastic throw washed
selected aggregate onto the surface to give a
uniform, dense coverage.
c) Immediately tamp the aggregate particles lightly
into the butter coat with a wood float and ensure a
good bond is obtained.
COMMENTARY. When shingle is used this may be
referred to as pebble dash. Other aggregates, such as
calcined flint or crushed spar chippings, are often
used.
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3.3.3.3 Plain finish
a) Apply the final coat to a uniform thickness of
between 5 mm and 8 mm.
b) Finish the surface with a wood float to give an
even texture.
COMMENTARY. A steel trowelled finish is not
recommended. Plain floated finishes need a high
standard of workmanship to minimize the risk of
cracking, crazing and irregular texture and
discoloration.
3.3.3.4 Scraped or textured finish
a) Apply the finishing coat to a uniform thickness of
approximately 8 mm to 11 mm.
b) Float to an even surface with a wood float.
c) When the rendering has set but has not become
too hard scrape the whole surface evenly with a
suitable tool to produce a uniform texture.
d) Brush the surface down lightly to remove loose
material.
COMMENTARY. A trial panel may be necessary to
determine the most suitable scraping tool to be used.
The scraping tool may be, for instance, a saw blade or
a float with expanded metal lathing nailed to it.
3.3.3.5 Machine applied finishes
Apply the finish by machine in strict accordance with
the machine manufacturer's instructions ensuring that:
a) the background has been correctly prepared;
b) the undercoat is of the type specified and is in
satisfactory condition;
c) in the case of proprietary products the mortar has
been prepared in accordance with manufacturer's
instructions or, otherwise, in accordance with the
instructions of the machine manufacturer.
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Index

accuracy 3.2.2 finishes 3.3.3 lightweight cement plaster 3.2.3.4

admixtures 2.2.9.3
backgrounds
expanded metal and mesh 2.2.3
gypsum plasterboard 2.2.7
plain expanded metal 2.2.4
ribbed lathing 2.2.5
slab and board 2.2.8
solid 2.2.2
suitability 2.2.1.6
welded mesh 2.2.6
beads 2.2.2.5
bonding 2.2.2.3
chases 2.2.2.6
checking 2.1.1
cleanliness 2.2.1.4
drying 3.1.1.2
expanded metal and mesh
backgrounds 2.2.3
painting 2.2.3.3
tautness 2.2.3.2
wire 2.2.3.1
external rendering 3.3
lighting 2.2.1.5
gauging 2.2.9.2
gypsum plaster 3.2.3.3 nailing 2.2.7.3
gypsum plasterboard 2.2.7
baseboard 2.2.7.6 painting 2.2.3.3
boards 2.2.7.1 pigments 2.2.9.4
lath 2.2.7.5 plaster mixes 2.2.9, 3.2.3.4
nailing 2.2.7.3 preparation 2.2
planks 2.2.7.4 protection 2.2.1.4
scrimming joints 2.2.7.9
thermal laminate 2.2.7.8 render mixes 2.2.9, 3.3
wallboard 2.2.7.7 ribbed lathing 2.2.5
fixing 2.2.5.1, 2.2.5.2
handling 2.1.2 laps 2.2.5.3
gypsum plasterboard 2.1.2.1
metal lathing 2.1.2.3
slab
internal plastering 3.2 background 2.2.8
dryness 2.2.8.1
joints 3.1.2 storage 2.1.2
day 3.1.2.2
movement 3.1.2.1 undercoats 3.2.3, 3.3.2
scrimming 2.2.7.9
wall tiling 3.1.3
keying 2.2.2.3, 2.2.8.2, 3.3.2.5 weather conditions 3.1.1
welded mesh 2.2.6

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List of references (see 1.2)

Normative references

BSI publications
BRITISH STANDARDS INSTITUTION, London

BS 6100: Glossary of building and civil engineering terms

BS 6100 : Part 1: General and miscellaneous
BS 6100 : Section 1.3 : Parts of construction works
BS 6100 : Section 1.3.1 : 1987 Walls and cladding
BS 6100 : Subsection 1.3.3 : 1987 Floors and ceilings

Informative references
BSI publications
BRITISH STANDARDS INSTITUTION, London

BS 4471 : 1987 Specification for sizes of sawn and processed softwood

BS 5262 : 1991 Code of practice. External rendered finishes
BS 5268 : Structural use of timber
BS 5268 : Part 3 : 1985 Code of practice for trussed rafter roofs
BS 5385 : Wall and floor tiling
BS 5385 : Part 1 : 1990 Code of practice for internal ceramic wall tiling and mosaics in
normal conditions
BS 5385 : Part 2 : 1991 Code of practice for external ceramic wall tiling and mosaics
BS 5385 : Part 4 : 1992 Code of practice for ceramic tiling and mosaics in specific conditions
BS 5492 : 1990 Code of practice for internal plastering
BS 8000 : Workmanship on building sites
BS 8000 : Part 1 : 1989 Code of practice for excavation and filling
BS 8000 : Part 2 : 1990 Code of practice for concrete work
BS 8000 : Section 2.1 : 1990 Mixing and transporting concrete
BS 8000 : Section 2.2 : 1990 Site work with in situ and precast concrete
BS 8000 : Part 3 : 1989 Code of practice for masonry
BS 8000 : Part 4 : 1989 Code of practice for waterproofing
BS 8000 : Part 5 : 1990 Code of practice for carpentry, joinery and general fixings
BS 8000 : Part 6 : 1990 Code of practice for roof, slate, tile covering and cladding
BS 8000 : Part 7 : 1990 Code of practice for glazing
BS 8000 : Part 8 : 1994 Code of practice for plasterboard partitions and dry linings
BS 8000 : Part 9 : 1989 Code of practice for cement/sand floor screeds and concrete floor
toppings
BS 8000 : Part 11 : Code of practice for wall and floor tiling
BS 8000 : Section 11.1 : 1989 Ceramic tiles, terrazzo tiles and mosaics
BS 8000 : Section 11.2 : 1990 Natural stone tiles
BS 8000 : Part 12 : 1989 Code of practice for decorative wallcoverings and painting
BS 8000 : Part 13 : 1989 Code of practice for above ground drainage and sanitary appliances
BS 8000 : Part 14 : 1989 Code of practice for below ground drainage
BS 8000 : Part 15 : 1990 Code of practice for hot and cold water services (domestic scale)
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