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Thanks all. I think you have all exhausted that topic. I conclude 12.5mm square edge is acceptable, with no gaps, screwed into noggins or joists every 6" with 38mm screws that penetrate the paper but not the board. I can now start to put some up with confidence. PS As a serious self builder you...

Sorry, I mean't to say joists not rafters.

As a self builder I am about to put up ceiling plasterboard in my newly built retirement bungalow. FYI The build is traditional bricks/therms throughout, with a large traditional truss and cut roof. Its taken me 3 years to get this far. Ceiling rafters are typically 7" x 2", and I am using 2 "x...

Hi all. I am a self builder of my retirement bungalow in Dorset. After 3 years of graft, I am finally working the inside. I now need some advice on plasterboard as I am getting mixed messages ie type, fitting, gap filling. What's best forum to post my questions on? DIY or Pro.