Complete Guide to Fiber Cement Pressure Board Installation: Professional Techniques

Fiber Cement Pressure Boards: Versatile Building Materials

As a professional fiber cement pressure board manufacturer, we detail the complete guide to fiber cement pressure board Installation:

• Thin boards (4-6mm): Ceilings, acoustic decoration
• Standard boards (6-12mm): Walls, partitions
• Thick boards (15-30mm): LOFT floors, exterior insulation

Standard Specifications & Tool Preparation

1. Common Dimensions

• Standard sizes: 1200×2400mm/1220×2440mm
• Thickness options:
  • Ultra-thin: ≤4mm
  • Standard: 6-12mm
  • Thick: 15-30mm

2. Required Tools

• Cutting: Electric circular saw, handsaw
• Drilling: Power drill, multi-bit drill
• Fasteners: Self-tapping screws, nail gun
• Accessories: Sealant, metal corner beads

Professional Installation Methods

1. Dry Installation (Recommended for interiors)

• Stud spacing ≤30cm
• Joint gaps: 3mm (interior)/5mm (exterior)
• Screw spacing:
  • Edge distance ≥1.5cm
  • Field spacing 10cm
  • Top/bottom rows 5cm

2. Exterior Wall Method

• Galvanized framework (≥1.2mm)
• Install 12-15mm backer board first
• Then secure 8mm cement board
• Reinforce joints with AB adhesive

3. Wet Installation (Grout process)

• Stud spacing ≤40cm
• Staggered double-layer installation
• Add temporary bracing before grouting
• Remove supports after grout sets

7 Critical Installation Notes

1. Framework Preparation
   • Ensure level and stable
   • Galvanized steel studs required
2. Fastening Sequence
   • Work from center outward
   • Avoid stress concentration
3. Screw Specifications
   • Ceilings: 200mm spacing
   • Walls: 300mm field/200mm perimeter
   • Countersink 0.3mm
4. Rust Prevention
   • Apply rust-proof paint immediately
5. Cutting Techniques
   • Square holes: Pre-drill 10mm corners
   • Round holes: Drill pilot holes
6. Humid Areas
   • Rough side out
   • Moisture content <10% before tiling
   • Never use cement mortar
7. Joint Treatment
   • Preferred: Batten system
   • Exposed joints require professional sealing

Recommended Applications

✪ Interior Spaces

• Ceiling systems
• Partition walls
• LOFT mezzanines

✪ Building Exteriors

• Curtain wall substrates
• Exterior insulation
• Canopy cladding

✪ Special Areas

• Machine room acoustic walls
• Laboratory partitions
• Underground parking