Walling and Cladding

Richmond has a comprehensive range of internal wall boards supplied by Fermacell and Cembrit Blunn and for the external, a full range of architectural terracotta façades by Terreal.

Fermacell is a high performance, multi-purpose building board that when installed combines the properties of solid blockwork with the speed and flexibility of conventional drywall techniques, and which allows the designer to use radical solutions in internal space planning.

Fermacell is produced using ordinary materials in an extraordinary way. Raw gypsum, cellulose fibres derived from recycled paper, and water are combined to form an homogenous mass, which is then formed into a dense sheet material. Not only is the manufacturing technique unique but the process itself is fully recycling – all by products being fed back into the system, ensuring no waste is produced.

Fermacell possesses impressive properties, including high impact, fire and moisture resistance, much improved sound insulation compared with traditional wall and flooring materials. Fixings such as radiators, shelves and cupboards can be mounted directly due to the high density of the board and without the need for noggins. It has also the advantage of a totally dry fixing process and is ready to decorate. It can also be finished to provide a high quality plaster-like surface.

A number of accessories are available including fixing screws, joint filler, joint adhesive and the fine surface treatment for a smooth finish. A board knife and application spatulas for the fine surface treatment can also be supplied.

Fermacell at a glance:

	Environmentally Certified
	Impact Resistant
	High Screw Holding Ability
	Fire Resistant
	Sound Insulating Properties
	Moisture Resistant
	Rapid Finishing

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Fermacell wall boards are available in standard sizes as shown below:

Boards are fixed to steel or timber studwork to provide durable solutions for virtually every dry lining application.

Fermacell boarding can satisfy the Building regulations without expensive double boarding or special constructions.

The partitions share the same moisture resistance so that in many cases installation can commence before the building envelope is complete.

The inherent impact resistance and screwholding properties eliminate the need for underdrawing the boards with plywood in high traffic areas or where flexibility in wall fittings is required.

Fermacell is sized at manufacture to accept a wide variety of decorative finishes. Paints, wall coverings and tiles can all be applied directly to the surface of the board – normally without additional treatment.

If the wall is to be painted, a Fine Surface Treatment can be applied simply and without any plastering skills. This results in a finish that is smooth, resembles plaster skim and doesn’t crack.
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Lightweight Building Board

This is a non-combustible internal lining board which combines lightness with strength to facilitate ease of handling and installation on site. It’s smooth surface permits painting or wallpapering with minimum maintenance costs. It offers resistance to wear and tear, non combustibility, sound insulation and the ability to withstand high temperatures and the optimum in surface finish and strength.

Multi-purpose board

This is specially designed for interiors and semi-exposed areas. It is so strong it can withstand the most rigorous working conditions. Its texture is smooth so can be covered in a variety of finishes, including paints, wallpaper and laminates with little preparation. It offers resistance to wear and tear, sound insulation and has the ability to withstand high temperatures and the optimum in surface finish and strength.

Special performance board

This is a board that has been specially designed for use in potentially damp or humid situations, such as bathrooms, swimming pools, kitchens or leisure centres. Produced from cement, cellulose and mineral fillers, this board combines superior strength and durability, making it long lasting with minimum maintenance costs.

Heavy duty board

This is a strong and durable board, capable of withstanding extreme climatic and working conditions. It is specially designed for exterior cladding and other exposed applications. The board is produced from a combination of cement, cellulose and mineral fillers, its hard surface is super smooth for easy pressure wash down. It is also flexible to work with, extremely moisture resistant and requires no painting.

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Terreal natural clay wall cladding provides an architecturally unique and alternative approach when facing a building. The terracotta cladding range combines the tradition of terracotta with innovative and unusual shapes and colours.

Terreal also offers a range of sunscreen louvres with a wide variety of formats, lengths and colours. Whether for decoration or for protection from the sun, these louvres offer a wide variety of uses.

Why use Terreal Façades?

1. For good protection of the façade and structure
2. To avoid thermal shock
3. For better building insulation
4. To reduce thermal bridging (energy saving)
5. To improve comfort in summer (greater inertia, lower temperature)
6. To improve sealing on the façade (the gas space slows the passage of water and the building is healthy because always ventilated)
7. To prevent condensation
8. To improve acoustics in the façade

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We supply a comprehensive range of specialist steel stud and track profiles for dry lining partitions. We also supply an extensive portfolio of profiles and accessories for suspended ceilings.

Products are manufactured from galvanised steel in accordance with a series of German (DIN), British and European standards.

Features:

• Steel stud and track profiles for dry lining
• Manufactured in Germany since 1903
• Current range of partition profiles and metal suspension systems for gypsum fibre boards introduced in 1968
• Range from 0.6mm to 2mm thickness & 50m to 150mm wide

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