How to install drywall over brick fireplace
Gabriel Cooper
Here you can have two options to ascend plasterboard to the fireplace. Both procedures necessitate the use of tape and compound to conceal the joints. The direct-bond technique, on the other hand, is easier to install and requires no covering of screw holes. The screw-mounted approach creates a tiny space between the brick and the drywall, which makes it simple to hang portraits or other decorations.
Make a dot and a dab
You must first prepare the brick to receive the glue before using the dot and dab method. This is accomplished by applying a thin coat of PVA glue developed particularly for masonry to the whole brick surface to be plasterboard. Mix a masonry glue according to the manufacturer’s instructions once the PVA has dried. A continuous line of adhesive along the top border of the wall may be required by local building requirements. Place the drywall against the brick and press it down. Hold your position until the glue adheres to the plasterboard.
Screws with furring strips
Furring strips are wood strips that are nailed to a wall to accommodate drywall. Furring strips should be 2-inch by 4-inch wood studs for this project. Furring strips will be attached vertically every 16 inches in the center, as well as around the top, sides, and bottom perimeters of the wall. To connect the furring strips, use masonry glue to keep them in place temporarily. By using a masonry drill create a hole by furring strips and brick wall. Drilling all the way through the brick wall, especially near the chimney, should be avoided.
Check with your local building codes to see whether you’re in compliance with putting the finishing touches on the wall. To fill the spaces between drywall sheets, use joint compound and fiberglass tape. Cover each screw hole with a joint compound if you used furring strips and fasteners. Allow the compound to dry before using. Repeat with a light sanding.