Commanding presence

Being able to streamline the supply of materials to a large project is always a plus. In the Whitford house, just two types of gypsum plasterboard were used throughout the interior.

Standard 10mm and 13mm plasterboard from Elephant Plasterboard fitted the bill for a number of reasons, not least because it was a way to simplify the construction, says designer Mark Brown.

"As the house is exposed to the elements, strength was another major consideration," he says. "Elephant Plasterboard was chosen for its high bracing characteristics. The 10mm board has a higher bracing than conventional plasterboard of the same thickness. This meant it was a highly cost-effective option. The extra strength of the 13mm board was required for the ceilings, many of which span large rooms."

Other benefits of the Elephant Plasterboard include the high quality of the paint finish, the good acoustic properties, and the 30-minute fire rating, which is 10 minutes longer than the rating for conventional 10mm plasterboard.

For more details, contact Elephant Plasterboard New Zealand, freephone 0800 Elephant (353 742). Email: info@elephantpb.co.nz, or visit the website: www.elephantpb.co.nz.

Story by: Trendsideas