Gyprock PLUS ™

Product Details

Gyprock PLUS™ is a 10mm premium plasterboard manufactured by CSR Gyprock in Australia, featuring Optimised Core technology that delivers a higher breaking strength in a board that is substantially lighter than standard 10mm products. The thicker face paper produces a crisper score-and-snap action, cleaner cuts, and squarer edges — all things that save time on a busy residential site.

The board meets and exceeds the requirements of Australian Standard AS/NZS 2588, and under BCA Clause C1.12 it may be used wherever a non-combustible material is required. At 5.7 kg/m², it is noticeably easier to handle overhead and reduces crew fatigue on full-day ceiling installs.

Gyprock PLUS™ is the standard residential wall and ceiling lining for most Perth builds. For ceiling spans up to 600mm joist centres, consider SUPACEIL™ instead — it shares the same Optimised Core technology but is specifically engineered for ceiling performance.

Best For

• Residential wall linings in bedrooms, living rooms, and entry areas
• Ceilings on standard 450mm joist centres
• High-volume residential projects where board handling speed matters
• Owner-builder projects requiring a premium lightweight board
• Renovation work alongside the full plasterboard range for performance upgrades
• Any non-wet-area room where standard plasterboard would be specified

Choosing the Right Thickness and Size

Thickness — 10mm only

Gyprock PLUS™ is available in a single thickness of 10mm, making it the lighter residential alternative to the 13mm Standard board. Where the BCA or project spec requires 13mm, move to Gyprock Standard 13mm or a performance board from the Fyrchek™ or ECO8™ range.

Length and Width

Available in widths of 1200mm and 1350mm. Lengths range from 2400mm to 6000mm in 300mm increments. Longer boards mean fewer joins and a better finished surface — for rooms over 3m, a 3600mm or 4200mm length is worth specifying.

Why Builders Specify It

• Optimised Core technology — greater breaking strength than standard 10mm boards, confirmed to AS/NZS 2588
• Lighter board (5.7 kg/m²) reduces installation fatigue and speeds up set-out on large residential projects
• Thicker face paper gives a crisper score and snap — fewer damaged boards on site
• Non-combustible under BCA C1.12 — no substitution required when a non-combustible lining is specified alongside Fyrchek™ in fire-rated sections
• Available in lengths to 6000mm — reduces joins in open-plan living areas

Installation Notes That Prevent Callbacks

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• Install with the recessed edge facing outward — this creates the rebate for tape and two-coat jointing. Never butt square edges in a field joint.
• On 450mm joist centres, PLUS™ performs well. If ceilings span 600mm centres, switch to SUPACEIL™ — the Optimised Core in the ceiling-specific board is engineered for that span.
• Use an appropriate jointing compound from the Compounds range — a setting compound for tape coat and a drying compound for finish coats.
• Store flat, fully supported at max. 600mm centres, and protected from moisture — never stand boards vertically on a wet slab.

Can Gyprock PLUS™ be used on ceilings?

Yes — Gyprock PLUS™ is suitable for ceilings with standard 450mm joist centres. For 600mm joist centres or for long-span commercial ceilings, SUPACEIL™ is the correct choice, as its core is specifically engineered to stay flat at that span.

What thickness options does Gyprock PLUS™ come in?

Gyprock PLUS™ is only available in 10mm. If the project requires 13mm plasterboard — for commercial use, acoustic performance, or heavier stud spacing — choose Standard 13mm or one of the performance boards from the plasterboard range.

What jointing compound should I use with Gyprock PLUS™?

Use a setting compound for the tape coat and first fill coat, then a drying compound for finish coats. Explore the full Compounds range — the right product for your application.

Is Gyprock PLUS™ suitable for bathrooms or wet areas?

No — Gyprock PLUS™ is not moisture resistant and should not be used in bathrooms, ensuites, laundries, or any area exposed to regular moisture. Specify Aquacheck™ (moisture resistant) or Sensitive (antifungal with moisture resistance) for those areas.

Does Gyprock PLUS™ meet NCC fire rating requirements?

Gyprock PLUS™ is non-combustible under BCA Clause C1.12 and may be used wherever a non-combustible material is required. It is not a fire-rated board. Fire-rated assemblies require Fyrchek™ or Fyrchek™ MR as part of a tested system.

Can I get Gyprock PLUS™ delivered to my Perth building site?

Yes — Aussie Plasterboard delivers across all of Western Australia from our warehouse in Osborne Park, 7 minutes from the Perth CBD. Request a quote or call (08) 9244 4250 to confirm lead times and pack sizes.

Related Products

Compounds — Jointing and finishing compounds to complete the installation.

SUPACEIL™ — The ceiling-specific Optimised Core board; use for spans up to 600mm joist centres.

Standard 13mm — The heavier commercial alternative when 13mm is specified.

Fyrchek™ — Fire-rated board for areas where a fire system is required.

Aquacheck™ — Moisture-resistant board for wet areas; Gyprock PLUS™ is not suitable for bathrooms.

Technical Specifications

Product Manufacture

Gyprock Plus is manufactured by CSR Gyprock in Australia to stringent product specifications.

Product Handling

Transportation and manual handling: Refer to the Gypsum Board Manufacturers of Australia (GBMA) website for recommended OH&S practices.

Storage: Protect plasterboard and cornice from weather and moisture. Avoid products sagging by storing horizontally, supported on a level platform or full-width support members spaced at max. 600mm centres.

Health and Safety

Safety Data Sheets are important documents in the construction industry and assist in the continuing focus on occupational health and safety on and off sites.