Lesson 1Metal stud erection: fixing tracks to floor/ ceiling, setting studs plumb, spacing, bracing, and cutting to fitMaster metal stud wall setup by attaching rails, aligning studs straight and even, managing gaps and supports, and matching openings and utilities for a firm, true frame for gypsum linings.
Fixing head and floor tracks securelySetting studs plumb and alignedStud spacing at 400mm or 600mmNogging, bracing, and stiffeningForming openings within stud wallsLesson 2Fixing plasterboard: screw patterns, board orientation (stagger joints), cutting for openings and returnsLearn proper gypsum attachment, covering board direction, joint offsets, screw layouts, and cuts for gaps, while handling spaces, edge backs, and harm to get stable, even lining for finishing.
Board orientation on walls and ceilingsStaggering vertical and horizontal jointsScrew types, spacing, and edge distancesCutting boards for sockets and servicesForming returns, corners, and soffitsLesson 3Trim and finishing: beads, movement joints, perimeter seals, and prepping for paintingLearn fitting trims, beads, flex joints, and edge seals, then ready surfaces for paint by fixing small flaws, clearing dust, and using right primers for strong decorative results.
Fixing angle and stop beadsDefining and sealing movement jointsPerimeter acoustic and fire sealsFilling pinholes and minor blemishesDust removal and primer selectionLesson 4Preparing substrate: cleaning, repairing loose masonry, raking out joints, treating damp or contaminationLearn prepping bases for dry lining by cleaning, mending, and steadying stonework, handling damp and dirt, creating solid, even, matching base for lasting stick and function.
Cleaning and degreasing wall surfacesRaking out and repairing loose jointsRebonding hollow or friable masonryTreating damp, salts, and stainingPrimers and bonding agents selectionLesson 5Taping and jointing sequence: joint tape selection, setting coat, fill coat, finish coat, sanding and defect inspectionFollow clear taping and filling order, from tape picks and base coats to fill, top, and smoothing, managing dry times, lights, and flaw checks for smooth, paint-ready faces.
Choosing paper or mesh joint tapeApplying setting and fill coatsFinish coats and feathering edgesDrying times and environmental controlSanding, backlighting, and snag checksLesson 6Final inspection and handover checks: plumb, flatness tolerances, acoustic checks (basic in-situ tests)Grasp last reviews and transfer checks, covering straightness and evenness allowances, joint standards, sound tests, and papers, ensuring lining fits specs and ready for next workers.
Checking plumb, level, and flatnessInspecting joints, beads, and cornersBasic in-situ acoustic performance checksRecording defects and remedial actionsHandover documentation and sign-offLesson 7Installing insulation and allowances for services: routing electrical and data, using service zones and conduit strategiesExplore fitting insulation and planning utilities in dry lining, using zones, pipes, and caps to guard wires and keep sound, fire, heat function without lining harm.
Types and placement of cavity insulationService zones in walls and ceilingsRouting electrical and low-voltage dataConduit, capping, and cable protectionMaintaining fire and acoustic integrityLesson 8Door and window reveals: framing reveals, jamb linings, lintel/ disable transition detailsUnderstand framing and lining door and window edges, including stud frames, side linings, beam details, and shifts to nearby finishes, keeping spaces, fire, sound standards.
Framing studs around openingsSetting jamb studs and trimmersBoarding window and door revealsLintel and head detail treatmentsManaging movement and sealant gapsLesson 9Dot-and-dab adhesive method: adhesive specification, dab patterns, board positioning and temporary fixationUnderstand dot-and-dab way, covering glue types, mixing, dab setups, and board placement, managing straightness, evenness, setting, and temp backs for secure, level linings on stone walls.
Adhesive types and manufacturer specsMixing, pot life, and workability checksSetting out dab lines and patternsPositioning boards and tapping to lineTemporary props and curing timesLesson 10Setting out and marking: datum lines, plaster thickness allowances, stud centers (600mm or 400mm), and door/window revealsBuild true layout skills by setting base lines, checking levels and straight, allowing for plaster depth, marking stud points, gaps, edges for steady, teamed dry lining plans.
Establishing horizontal datum linesTransferring levels and checking plumbAllowances for plaster and skim depthMarking stud centers and grid linesSetting out door and window openings
