Which types of plaster beads are available and what are they used for?
Plaster profiles come in a range of designs for different applications. In interior and exterior construction, their shape helps you achieve precise, professional results when plastering and applying filler.
When it comes to plaster beads, a basic distinction is made between use indoors for drylining and use outdoors. The variety of plaster beads is extensive. Some of the best-known types include corner and plinth beads, plaster screeds, stop beads, expansion joint beads, casing beads, reveal beads and masonry corner beads.
Plaster profiles are used, among other things, for protection—for example when finishing edges and corners—providing strong edge protection as well as a clean, accurate finish. They are also used to separate areas and for sealing when installing windows and doors in drylining.
What materials are plaster profiles made from?
Plaster profiles are available in different materials. In our range you will find plaster beads made from PVC, paper and galvanised sheet steel. A particularly high-quality plaster profile is characterised by good plaster/filler penetration and adhesion. Some profiles feature a high-fibre coating, which also ensures strong bonding of the filler or plaster.
The material used depends on the application. As a rule, PVC plaster profiles are used indoors. For outdoor use, profiles made from galvanised steel, aluminium or stainless steel are best suited, as they are more robust, moisture-resistant and therefore offer ideal protection.
How do you use a plaster bead?
For correct installation, the substrate must first be cleaned of dust and dirt. Depending on where the plaster bead is used, a distinction is made between using filler or plaster as the working material.
Plaster profiles used indoors (drylining) are finished with filler. This means the filler is applied along the edge of the plasterboard wall using a jointing knife.
Outdoors, plaster is used to position and fix the plaster bead to the wall. The plaster is applied and spread evenly in small amounts using a plastering trowel. The plaster bead helps ensure that both filler and plaster are distributed evenly on the wall and that a consistent thickness is maintained.
