Why is SHEETROCK® Brand Synia plasterboard a stronger alternative to traditional plasterboard or fibrous plaster ceiling?

Unlike traditional gypsum ceiling, USG Boral SHEETROCK® Brand Synia plasterboard features a uniformed distributed core structure and is fundamentally re-engineered for the improved strength-to-weight ratio.

In the hot and humid South East Asian climate, the stronger core strength present in USG Boral SHEETROCK® Brand Synia plasterboard translates to better sagging resistance performance, a crucial criterion for ceiling installation, thus allowing customers greater peace of mind. USG Boral’s proprietary Engineered Layer System also enhances the strength of the tapered edges to help minimise chances of damages during product handling and installation.

What are SHEETROCK® Brand Synia plasterboard’s test accolades?

SHEETROCK® Brand Synia plasterboard is green label certified and complies with international standards such as BS EN 520, BS 467 Part 4. USG Boral’s SHEETROCK® Brand Plasterboard is also awarded the Global Gypsum Product of the Year in the 2016 Global Gypsum Awards.

With an enhanced lightweight core structure that allows for light and easy installation, the USG Boral SHEETROCK® Brand Plasterboard is recognised as the leading product in innovation, quality and effectiveness of the product, as well as the fit to market need.

Does SHEETROCK® Brand Synia ceiling system requires more metal framing as compared to traditional gypsum ceiling?

No, SHEETROCK® Brand Synia plasterboard has a re-engineered, lightweight core with USG Boral’s innovative Sag-Defying™ Strength formulation. The panels are approximately 30% lighter as compared to fibrous plaster ceiling and have a superior sag resistance performance that allows for a wider secondary ceiling frame spacing of 610mm, realising up to 17% cost savings in metal framing.

How does SHEETROCK® Brand Synia plasterboard help in ensuring a seamless and smooth finishing?

SHEETROCK® Brand Synia plasterboard comes with 4-sided tapered edges, and when fastened with screws, these edges allow for easy plastering and seamless ceiling finishing when used with USG Boral’s EasySet™ 20, a fast-drying jointing compound.

Unlike traditional plasterboard ceilings, the 4-sided tapered edges eliminate the need to plasterboard joints 2x times wider to achieve a proper and beautiful joint finishing.

Does SHEETROCK® Brand Synia Ceiling System requires longer installation time compared to traditional gypsum ceiling?

No, SHEETROCK® Brand Synia Ceiling System is easy and quick to install. Fix screws directly without any connector, clip and other accessories with USG Boral SHEETROCK® Brand Synia Ceiling Batten system. The high-quality SHEETROCK® Brand Synia plasterboards are lightweight, easy to score and snap, bringing about less waste and potential time and material cost savings.

Can SHEETROCK® Brand Synia plasterboard be installed for walls?

No, USG Boral does not recommend SHEETROCK® Synia Plasterboards for walls as the ceiling boards are available only in the dimension of 1220 x 1830mm (4 ft’ x 6 ft’). For drywall applications, please click here for USG Boral’s full range of plasterboards.

Is SHEETROCK® Brand Synia plasterboard available with moisture resistant (MR) function?

Yes, SHEETROCK® Brand Synia plasterboards are available in both standard and moisture resistant (MR) function to suit different specifications and application needs.

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