Complete Guide to Fiber Cement Pressure Board Installation: Professional Techniques
Time: August 1, 2025
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
Framework Preparation
Ensure level and stable
Galvanized steel studs required
Fastening Sequence
Work from center outward
Avoid stress concentration
Screw Specifications
Ceilings: 200mm spacing
Walls: 300mm field/200mm perimeter
Countersink 0.3mm
Rust Prevention
Apply rust-proof paint immediately
Cutting Techniques
Square holes: Pre-drill 10mm corners
Round holes: Drill pilot holes
Humid Areas
Rough side out
Moisture content <10% before tiling
Never use cement mortar
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
