Tsugunov Anton Valerievich

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No repairs will be considered complete until the windows are put in order. By themselves, window structures are usually mounted by specialists, so there are no special problems with them, which cannot be said about slopes. In the process of dismantling the old ones, the slopes become completely unusable. After all the work with the windows, they will have to be brought into proper form. With proper skill and a little theoretical preparation, the installation of slopes is quite doable with your own hands.

What can be used to make slopes?

Three slope options are commonly used:

1. Plasterboard.
2. Plastic.

It is very difficult to achieve perfect flatness of the slope surface with plaster and putty. Only a professional can do it. With your own hands, you often get a wavy surface, which can soon crack and fall off.

The installation of plastic slopes is usually carried out along with the installation of the window. The surface is flat. However, plastic is a cheap material. It can get hot and smell unpleasant. This type of finish is more suitable for office and public spaces.

Drywall slopes in many respects are ideal option for a house or apartment. The material is easy to process, environmentally friendly. The result is an attractive, smooth and even surface. You should take a closer look at this option if you have to build plasterboard slopes with your own hands.

Preparation of surfaces for installation

In the repair, the first stage of work is important - the preparation of the base. Having made a mistake at the very beginning, you will get an undesirable result at the end. For slopes, it is very important to prepare a surface that will serve as the foundation for the entire future structure.

1. Cleaning the base for the installation of slopes. Any sharp object is used to remove the remaining beads of polyurethane foam. If there are large chips, they should be covered. gypsum plaster or a cement mixture. The surface is impregnated with an antifungal primer - this will protect against unwanted processes.
2. Protection of polyurethane foam in the seams. All seams that have been sealed with foam must be plastered. For this we use a plaster mix and a small spatula.
3. Drywall is afraid of moisture, so you should check all the joints between the window and the window opening. It can blow through a small gap, as a result, condensation will form, which leads to the gradual destruction of the drywall sheet.
4. To obtain the ideal level of the slope, a special corner is screwed to the window frame around the entire perimeter. The sheet should be fastened using ordinary self-tapping screws. This trick will help you avoid a lot of area loss. window frame.

Important! To create slopes, use green with the GKLV marking.

Installation of plasterboard window slopes

The most important and crucial stage. The final result of all work depends on the quality of its execution.

• The exact dimensions of the required sections are made.
• Now you need to correctly and accurately cut a solid plasterboard sheet into the desired parts. To begin with, cut out the upper part of the slope. Mounting holes are drilled if necessary. The resulting strip is applied to the installation site, outlined with a pencil. Then it is exhibited using a building level.
• The remaining side and bottom parts are cut in the same way.

The sheet is fastened in two ways:

• drywall is glued with special mounting glue;
• it is attached to a galvanized profile frame.

Creation of a slope by pasting

This method does not require a start profile. It is applicable when the surface is sufficiently flat, but it is rather difficult to create a slope by pasting.

1. All details of the future slope are cut out.
2. The top is installed first. A special guide corner is screwed to it in advance, into which its upper part is inserted and glued. Precise installation will allow you not to make a mistake during the further installation of the side elements.
3. The rest of the elements are glued.

In most cases, the glue is applied to the entire surface. Usually, the approximate drying time for a particular brand of mounting adhesive is indicated on the packaging. If there is a need to shorten the setting time, then the glue is spread in stripes. All work is monitored using a building level.

Installing a slope on a frame from a profile

Attaching the slope to the frame allows very curved and curved surfaces to be leveled. The starting profile serves as the basis for the entire structure. The work algorithm is as follows:

• Installation of guide profiles. The entire perimeter of the window frame is framed by the starting profile (UD). It is installed perpendicular to the floor. The profile should be fastened with self-tapping screws in increments of 50-60 cm.

If the frame is attached directly to the window frame, then a heat-insulating gasket is placed between it and the profile. It will help prevent the guides from freezing.

• Guides (CD) are attached perpendicularly to the starting profile. They are fixed with self-tapping screws on drywall with a length of 30–35 mm.
• The assembled structure made of galvanized profiles is sheathed with plasterboard sheets. As a result, small gaps are formed between the slope and the wall or lintel. It is recommended to fill them with glue for working on drywall.

Finishing plasterboard slope

As a result of the work carried out, a flat slope surface was obtained. But without finishing it will look untidy. In 90% of cases, latex putty is used for cosmetic repairs and water-based paint.

• All corners of the window opening are closed with a special perforated corner profile... It will protect them from chipping and loss of appearance as a result of abrasion. The profile thickness is only 0.5-1 mm. It should be glued with glue on drywall.
• The entire surface to be glued is carefully coated to avoid the formation of voids, which can lead to subsequent deformation of the slope angle. The corner is strongly pressed into the glue, the excess is removed with a rag or spatula.

• All corners and caps of the twisted screws are carefully putty. applied in two layers. It is important to let each layer dry for 3-4 hours.
• When the putty is dry, the surface of the slope must be sanded. To do this, you can use a sander. If this is not at hand, then grinding is done with a net for putty or sandpaper. You should not be too zealous, latex putty is easy to process and sand.
• After sanding is completed, the slopes must be covered with deep penetration soil. It will saturate the entire surface and make it uniform. In addition, the primer reduces paint consumption and guarantees uniformity of color over the entire area.
• The last step is painting the finished slopes. It is recommended to use a water-based paint with a water-resistant effect. Reconciliation of this type of material will make it possible to wet the window.

The most common mistake is the gaps between the drywall sheets at the joints. They appear from inaccurate measurements or errors in cutting. They are eliminated with liquid plastic, but the surface will no longer be completely monolithic - the joints will be noticeable.

Slopes represent interior walls window opening. In most cases, these surfaces are equipped with a slight slope towards the room. When replacing double-glazed windows, the slopes are usually damaged. It is not convenient to restore destroyed surfaces with plaster in all situations, therefore, more and more often, owners are opting for drywall slopes. This material avoids all the difficulties and inconveniences inherent in plastering work.

Arrangement of slopes using drywall can be performed using glue and frame methods. Learn the basic information about the upcoming work, familiarize yourself with the features of both methods, choose the option that is convenient for you and get started.

What do you need to work?

First of all, you need to prepare sheets of drywall suitable for such work. The best option is a moisture resistant material with a thickness of 12.5 mm.

Thickness	The size	Square	The weight
12.5 mm	1200x2500 mm	3 sq.m	28.9 kg
12.5 mm	1200x2700 mm	3.24 sq.m.	31.2 kg
12.5 mm	1200x3000 mm	3.6 sq.m.	34.7 kg

If the method of fixing drywall to the frame is chosen, buy the corresponding UD and CD profiles. Fix the profiles using screws and dowels. If using the pasting method, buy a special drywall glue. For 1 m 2 of drywall, an average of about 5 kg of adhesive is consumed. The specific value is determined individually in accordance with the brand of the used binder and the condition of the surface to be trimmed.

Additionally, you will need a sealing tape.

The set of tools is standard. Prepare the following accessories:

• grinder. Needed for cutting a metal profile. In the absence of a grinder, you can do with scissors for cutting metal;
• puncher;
• knife for cutting drywall sheets;
• metal square;
• measuring tape;
• building level.

Preparatory activities

Take all measurements first. In the process of preparing sheets of material for the design of slopes, leave small allowances.

It is extremely difficult to provide an absolutely flat base in the places where the finishing is installed, therefore it is better to take the material with a margin and cut off the excess in the future, rather than discover that part of the sheet is not enough to cover the entire surface of the slope.

Regardless of the chosen method of finishing the slopes with plasterboard, carry out preliminary preparation of the surface to be decorated. Be sure to remove the existing plaster coat.

In the case of using the gluing method, the surface must be carefully leveled. To do this, you can use an ordinary one.

When using the wireframe method, pre-alignment can be dispensed with in most cases. It is enough just to get rid of the crumbling areas of the plaster coating.

Treat the base with an antifungal agent.

After completing all the preliminary measures, you can proceed directly to the fastening of drywall sheets according to the selected method.

Frame method for finishing slopes

When using this finishing method, the work should start with the arrangement of the vertical decorative elements.

First step

At the edges of the window opening, fasten the guides perpendicular to the floor. Use a UD profile for this step. Fix with self-tapping screws in increments of 40-50 cm.

If the guide is fastened to the frame of the plastic window, be sure to place a sealing tape between the profile and the surface of the glass unit. It will prevent the profile from freezing in cold weather.

Second step

Position the CD guides perpendicular to the UD profiles.

Third step

Sew up the frame with drywall sheets.

Fourth step

Start finishing the top of the opening. The work is carried out in a similar manner.

If the window slope has a shallow depth, it is best to fix the guide profile on three sides - on the finished finishing elements and on the frame of the glass unit.

After completion of the work, approximately a centimeter gap will remain between the trim sheet and the outer part of the lintel. Fill it with a special drywall glue.

Finish the slopes at your discretion. Usually they are putty or painted.

Glue method of finishing slopes

The glue method of finishing the slopes with plasterboard is more difficult to implement in comparison with the previously considered method. To perform such work well, you need to have some skills to accurately ensure the slope of the surfaces.

Finishing should begin by fixing the upper slope. In this case, it will take over the functions of a "guide" for the correct installation of the side elements.

Fit pieces to each side of the slope and glue them to the pre-leveled and dried surface.

In most situations, the adhesive must be applied in a continuous layer. If the surface of the substrate is even and you need to shorten the drying time of the adhesive, apply the adhesive in wide strips. Align the trim sheets to the level. Install the pre-prepared supports while the glue dries. The specific drying time of the mixture is indicated on the package. Be sure to clarify this point in a separate order.

Finishing works

Plasterboard slopes need to be made more attractive and aesthetic appearance.

First of all, smooth out all the bulges that appear at the points of laying the adhesive mixture using a special trowel for working with drywall. Level the recesses with putty.

Cover the leveled and dried surface with a primer. If necessary, apply the primer in a double layer.

If desired, the slopes can be painted. Coloring compositions are best applied using a hand-held brush or a special roller that can give the surface a beautiful rough structure.

The best paint option for finishing drywall is water-based compositions. Required amount Select layers of paint to achieve the desired shade on an individual basis.

This completes the work with the slopes. Additionally, you just need to finish and plaster the space under the windowsill.

Having qualitatively decorated the window slopes with the help of drywall, you will get excellent in its external characteristics decorative trim and also save time and budget. The finished finish will perfectly fit into any interior and will long years serve without losing your original quality.

Ceresit CT 42 roster:	aqueous dispersion of acrylic copolymer with mineral fillers and pigments
Density:	OK. 1.47 kg / dm3
Application temperature:	from +5 to + 35 ° С
Resistance to impact rainfall:	in 3 hours
Painted water absorption surface:	no more than 0.5 kg / m2 h 0.5
Abrasion resistance:	not less than 5000 cycles
Ready to apply coverage:	after ~ 6 months
Ceresit CT 42 consumption:	0.2 - 0.5 l / m2 (depending on the nature and color of the substrate)

Prices for drywall and sheet materials

Drywall and sheet materials

Video - DIY plasterboard slopes

Do-it-yourself drywall slopes are the most a budget option in decoration plastic windows and doorways. This work can be performed not only by a professional, but also by an amateur beginner.

The main thing is to be able to use simple construction tools and not forget about accuracy. This type of finish is simple and requires little effort. At the same time, the work can be done quickly and efficiently, and the slope will delight the eye for many years.

What is drywall

Use waterproof cardboard for slopes

Gypsum plasterboard (GKL) is a building material in the form of a sheet, which consists of an outer layer of cardboard and an inner layer of solid gypsum dough and fillers. You can buy it in any specialty store, it is inexpensive, and you do not need to make any special efforts when working with it.

In the old days, the decoration of slopes with plaster was very popular. However, this brought a lot of difficulties. It is very difficult to perfectly level the surface here, the plaster itself sometimes dries for several days, and not every beginner will be able to achieve the desired result the first time.

Another common finishing option is plastic slopes, but not everyone likes them aesthetically, and there may be problems with further maintenance, because sometimes it is difficult to get rid of stains and dirt, because of which you have to resort to the help of special chemical compositions, therefore, plasterboard finishing remains the most affordable option.

Observe the installation technology and the fungus will not be scary

For slopes, it is preferable to use waterproof drywall. Advantages of drywall sheets as building material are as follows:

• environmental Safety;
• simple manufacturing technology;
• versatility of use (for finishing window and doorways);
• low price;
• beautiful appearance;
• ease of care;
• long service life.

At first glance, it may seem that the plasterboard finish is not reliable enough. The following misconceptions exist. The first opinion is that under the slope of gypsum fungus and mold multiply. However, if the technology for working with these panels is correctly followed, then the fungus is not terrible.

The second misconception is that do-it-yourself slopes made of drywall are fragile and break easily. If you make an effort, you can break not only the plaster structure, but also other building materials.

The third misconception is that such slopes absorb moisture.

For finishing, you should choose a moisture-resistant material. After quality work and adherence to all stages of technology, drywall will not absorb and retain moisture.

Finishing technology

Most often, the gypsum board is attached to profile frame

So, how to make drywall slopes. There are several ways of finishing with plasterboard:

• fasten with a metal profile;
• plant on polyurethane foam;
• stick on the putty.

In choosing any of these options, the result will be excellent, you only need to adhere to a certain technology for performing drywall finishing. Professionals in their field often combine one finishing method with another.

To finish the slope from the gypsum board, you will need such auxiliary materials as: serpyanka, deep penetration primer, acrylic or oil paint, sandpaper, self-tapping screws, a stationery knife, a spatula, a screwdriver, a drill with a mixer attachment, a kneading container, a grater for sanding the surface, brush.

Fastening with a metal profile

The required element is cut under the installed profile

When fastening the cut pieces of drywall using a metal profile, a single frame is made, the main thing is to ensure reliable fixation of the elements. The fastening process here is similar to wall decoration.

First, a metal profile is set on a level, horizontal and vertical. Next, the element itself is cut and cut to the desired size using a clerical knife.

To do this, in accordance with the specified dimensions, pencil marks are made, along these lines the drywall is cut with a knife, then the sheet is turned over and lightly pressed on it so that it gently breaks along the cut line. After that, the lower part of the plaster is trimmed.

For additional insulation, it is recommended to lay mineral wool between the wall and the drywall. This insulation is a must when working with window slopes: it will help to keep warm in the harsh winter and cool in the hot summer, and will protect against street noise.

Very often, instead of mineral insulation, polyurethane foam is used, which helps to close up cracks in less accessible places where it is technically difficult to insert cotton wool. The use of a metal profile and foam is an excellent example of combining two methods of finishing slopes.

After filling the space between the gypsum and the wall, drywall is screwed on by means of self-tapping screws. For better bonding, the joints are glued with a serpyanka, on top of which a layer of finishing putty is applied.

To strengthen the angle between the wall and the slope, a perforated corner is used. It can be fixed with a stapler or planted on a putty solution. After complete drying, sanding is done to a uniform state of the plane using sandpaper and a special grater. At the last stage, two layers of paint are applied.

For the final finishing of the slope, you can use acrylic or oil paint... Sticking wallpaper on the slope is also suitable. At the final stage, when working with windows, it is recommended to seal the seam between the drywall and the window frame with a special sealant, which will not allow the putty to peel off and lose its appearance over time.

The advantages of using a metal profile include speed and cleanliness of work. As disadvantages, one can note the narrowing of the window opening due to the insertion of the profile and the need to fill the void between the wall and drywall.

Fastening with polyurethane foam

Drywall is mounted on foam, if it is not possible to install a frame

This method of fixing drywall is not very common. It is used when there is no place for installing a metal profile, or the material from which the wall is made is not able to withstand the dowel-nails. In this case, polyurethane foam comes to the rescue. She adheres the plaster firmly to the wall.

As you know, polyurethane foam tends to expand and protrude, therefore, a reliable temporary fixation of drywall elements by means of long self-tapping screws is necessary. After fixing the gypsum, the same stages of finishing the slope follow, which were described in the previous section. For more information on the installation of plasterboard slopes, see this video:

To the pluses of fastening slopes polyurethane foam its adhesion and thermal insulation properties can be attributed, and as disadvantages it should be mentioned its ability to expand, as a result of which additional fixation of drywall is necessary.

Fastening with putty

Mounting starts from the top panel

This is the most common slope attachment. The technology of work in this case is elementary. First, the mounting foam formed as a result of the installation of a window or door is cut off. All old layers of surface finishing (paint, plaster, wallpaper) are removed.

If there are gaps and deep cracks, it is recommended to seal them with plaster. After that, the plane of the slope is processed using a deep penetration primer. It is advisable to use a primer with the addition of impurities for antibacterial treatment against mold and mildew. Next, the plasterboard elements of the desired size are cut out. They are attached to the surface using any putty.

When installing slopes, work begins with fastening the upper canvas. To do this, using a spatula, a continuous layer of putty is applied to the drywall and inserted into a previously prepared groove cut in a layer of pre-applied polyurethane foam. On the side panels, the mixture can be applied pointwise, every 20 cm. This will save material and the drying time of the slope.

If additional fixation of the plaster is necessary, you can resort to using self-tapping screws with long caps, which will need to be unscrewed at the end of the work. Specially prepared props can be installed if necessary. Further work on finishing the slope is carried out by analogy with the technology described in the section "Fastening with a metal profile". How to attach drywall to putty, see this video:

The pluses of fastening drywall with putty include ease of work. The downside is that this finishing method is not suitable for all surfaces. So, the putty does not stick to the wooden plane.

As you can see, finishing the slopes with plasterboard with your own hands is quite simple to perform. The main thing is to adhere to the proverb "Measure seven times, cut once" when working with plaster, in order to avoid a large consumption of this material.

And of course, one must not forget to follow all the stages of the technology of fastening and finishing the slopes described above.

It is quite easy to do it yourself with plasterboard slopes. The method belongs to the most popular type of decoration for the entrance, interior doors, and also for the window.

Installation is simple, and after installing drywall, the openings are beautiful, even and strong. There are other design methods, but the use of gypsum board is easier and cheaper, especially if the seam on the window go doorway big.

Drywall properties

If you are going to make plasterboard window slopes with your own hands, you need to learn about the pros and properties of the material. The first thing to notice is the ability to carry out work with your own hands, without using the help of masters. The final result will be pleasing and will meet all the repair requirements.

After cladding, the material can be sheathed, the opening can be decorated with tiles and other finishing materials, for example, using painting or wallpapering. The main properties of drywall in the design of slopes are presented in the table:

Properties:	Description:
Decent level of sound and thermal insulation:	If you need a window opening and a window sill, you can not only sew up with plasterboard, but additionally lay a layer of insulating materials to strengthen the structure and the quality of insulation.
A light weight:	Due to the small mass of drywall, installation does not require the use of special technologies; installation is carried out on a metal profile from which a metal frame is created or on adhesive mixtures.
Ideal plane:	Plasterboard sheets are perfectly flat, due to which the slopes on the windows and doors will be even, which greatly facilitates the process of finishing with putty, and also speeds up the creation of slopes.
Air permeability:	The slope, due to its property, does not allow deformation, even if there are strong temperature changes or high humidity in the rooms.
Environmental friendliness:	Although drywall sheets can be with additives, the material is environmentally friendly and slopes can be made in children's rooms. Drywall does not emit toxic substances.
Minimum garbage amount:	During the installation work, there is almost no waste, dust and other debris from the plasterboard material.

For drywall window slopes, it is necessary to choose the right sheets that will have certain types of additives and other additives:

1. For the design of slopes in a normal environment, in a residential building or apartment, standard drywall is used, which can withstand humidity up to 70%.
2. When using drywall from the street side or in a bathroom and other wet places, a moisture-resistant type of drywall is used, the material additionally includes antifungal and hydrophobic impurities.
3. To reduce the likelihood of fire, for the slopes of windows and doors, a fire-resistant material is used, in which there are already admixtures of mineral wool and fiberglass. This type of drywall sheets is rarely used, but it is very durable in itself.

Important! Drywall is a breathable material, due to which it can absorb moisture and, if necessary, release it into the atmosphere without changing its shape.

Finishing the window slope with plasterboard (video)

Advantages of plasterboard cladding

The material has been used for the slopes of windows and doors for a long time. This is not surprising, because it has a number of advantages:

1. Environmental friendliness and safety for human health.
2. Low material cost.
3. Easy to install.
4. Minimal maintenance of ready-made slopes.
5. Stylish look.
6. The ability to make an arched opening and other complex shapes.
7. Long-term use of drywall slopes.
8. Possibility to additionally insulate windows or doors.
9. Versatility: it is used not only for windows and doors, it is used for leveling the ceiling, walls.

Important! Although gypsum plasterboard material has a number of advantages, there is also a drawback, the sheets are easily damaged mechanically, even the material protected from water can be destroyed due to prolonged contact with it.

Preparation for finishing

Before making drywall slopes, you will need to prepare a window or door. Door slope from drywall and window, in terms of preparation, are almost the same, but for doors the following is taken into account:

1. The presence of communications. For example, wires for the Internet, electricity or a bell. The installation is done before the installation of the doorway begins.
2. Possibility to install second doors for entry. The need arises if the insulation of the first door is not carried out, and the sound insulation of the doors does not matter.

Opening preparation is as follows:

1. When the old window or door has been dismantled, a new product has been installed, the foam remains, its remnants are cut off.
2. Plaster and other protruding parts on the window, doors are removed with a hammer or other device. Often there can be a metal pin and other elements under the plaster, they are cut off.
3. The gap, hole and other defects of the opening must be putty.
4. The joints that appear between the window frame or interior doors must be coated with a sealant.
5. After the putty and other mixtures have dried, the primer is applied in two layers along the perimeter of the opening.

At the end preparatory work complete cleansing of the opening from dirt is carried out. Everything is swept and wiped off. In order not to damage the window or door frame, it is sealed with masking tape and cardboard.

The frame design method is convenient and practical. True, the installation of the material is somewhat more complicated, because the p-profile needs to be fixed with self-tapping screws, which is more difficult and longer in time. The fixation is carried out reliably, everything is screwed in flush with the drywall, so that the frame is strong. Step-by-step you can independently make the crate of the opening as follows:

1. Wooden strips or metal profiles are used for the frame.
2. The material is cut to fit the opening. It is necessary to install slats along the entire perimeter of the slope, on the inner and outer corner... For reliability, transverse strips are attached.
3. If desired, a heater is placed in the frame, in the form of mineral wool, it is installed in ready-made cells.
4. The cut-to-size drywall sheets are now fixed. Trimming is carried out only if the fabrication of the frame is completed.
5. At the end, sheathing with plasterboard sheets is carried out directly to the profile or slats.

The advantage of this method is the need for facing the slope and adjacent walls. The disadvantage of the method is to reduce the space in the opening, especially when it comes to the door.

Glue method of finishing slopes

There is an option to design a slope using glue solution or putty. Instructions on how to glue drywall are presented below:

1. Put putty or glue on the cut parts. When using putty, it is better to use a finishing compound. The material is applied around the perimeter and a little in the middle.
2. Prepared slopes are moistened with water and drywall can be glued to the slope. Initially, the top element is installed, and then the side parts.
3. When the wall and drywall are connected, you can press down the sheet and shake it slightly to the sides, so that the glue spreads, and the drywall itself sticks.
4. If the sheet is fixed tightly and does not move, then everything is left until it solidifies completely. On the advice of the masters, it is better to wait about a day or even two. In case of unreliable fixation of drywall, it is recommended to support it with strips at the edges and in the middle. When the mixture is dry, the planks are removed.

The disadvantages of the method are similar to those of the frame technology, but the advantages are obvious: the work is done faster, not so costly, and as the reviews show, the established slope lasts 10 years, nothing lags behind the walls. Outside, the glue is immediately removed if it comes out, until it hardens.

Installation on polyurethane foam

The slope can be closed by fixing the drywall with polyurethane foam. The sealing is very simple, but it is used if there are few defects on the slopes and the pits are small in size, up to 3 cm.With large sizes, the defects must be filled with foam before installation, the correct method of sealing potholes is using cement mortar or a starting type of plaster. You need to sew like this:

1. Dismantle the old coating, plaster and foam residues. Further, large potholes are filled.
2. When the pits are dry, the polyurethane foam is applied to the drywall from the back of the material. A layer of foam no more than 1 cm. The application of the material is done in the form of a snake.
3. Plasterboard material is placed on the slope and pressed against it. The pressure on the drywall must be strong so that the foam grabs onto the slope.
4. After that, the drywall comes off, and on the slope and finishing material foam remains. After 10 minutes, the foam will increase in size.
5. The drywall is re-mounted in the slope and pressed against the wall. If necessary, the material is fixed with spacers and left for up to a day without continuing work.
6. The next step is to seal drywall seams on slopes with plaster.

The disadvantages of this design of door and window slopes are quite large. The biggest disadvantage is that the surface must first be leveled, otherwise the drywall sheet will not become. Drywall on slopes can bend during installation. Voids remain on the door / window slope, due to which the fixation is not very reliable. But this is the fastest method for finishing the slopes with plasterboard. When a window or doorway is sewn up with plasterboard, according to any described method, the opening is finished with various materials. But before finishing the slopes, you need to do the following:

1. The slope is puttying with a thin layer.
2. On the outside of the opening, protection is placed and a corner is formed using a plastic perforated corner, which is closed with putty.
3. Another layer of putty is laid in order to finally even out the surface.
4. Finishing material is selected.

Advice! For decoration, painting is used, you can paint it in any color, for example, in the color of the door or window, wallpaper in the room, use standard white paint. Determine the choice, help with photos on the Internet, the bay window in the apartment looks very beautiful in different colors.

The painting is not durable, therefore, for the slopes of the part, a panel type of materials is used, for example, plastic for slopes, instead of drywall, PVC panels and other materials, this good material, made in accordance with GOST, is distinguished by its durability. The video shows step by step work with drywall, you can use the method for doors and windows:

Photo gallery of finished works

Repair of window openings does not end with the installation of a double-glazed window. The final stage is the formation of slopes. The most popular options for materials are considered to be plaster, plastic and drywall.

The use of the latter has some advantages over other types of finishes.

Features of drywall

Usually, the design of slopes with plasterboard is chosen by people who want to carry out repairs on their own without the involvement of experienced specialists. The result is an aesthetic appearance of a window with slopes. This is due to some of the advantages of GCR.

• Thermal and sound insulation properties. If you want to additionally insulate the room, you can install double slopes with special insulating material.
• Light weight, which allows you to make only the frame for installation without additional reinforcement.
• A perfectly flat surface when using sheets of gypsum board contributes to an accelerated finish.

• The ability of drywall to "breathe", that is, when temperature drops or changes in humidity levels, there is no need to fear deformation of the sheets.
• Environmental Safety. Even in combination with other additives, slopes do not emit harmful gases into the environment.
• As a result of the work, minimal waste is obtained.

However, one should also take into account the disadvantages of the material during installation work:

• it is necessary to carefully handle drywall during repairs, to avoid any damage;
• it is necessary to additionally protect the surface from high humidity, since even moisture-resistant material will become vulnerable after a while when exposed to moisture.

Depending on the room where you want to install the slopes, choose a material from a certain type:

• with an average level of humidity in the room (up to 70%), standard drywall is suitable;
• in conditions where the humidity is more than 70%, gypsum boards with antifungal and hydrophobic additives are used;
• in conditions of increased fire hazard, gypsum boards with additives such as fiberglass and mineral wool are suitable, this option is used extremely rarely, but its equally important advantage is its high strength to mechanical stress.

Slope device

Indoors, ordinary drywall is used when decorating slopes. If it is a humid room, it is necessary to make slopes from moisture-resistant types of gypsum board. The thickness of one sheet is 1.2 cm. The device of plasterboard slopes allows you to seal the joints and insulate the room, to get an aesthetic and presentable appearance of the window.

The advantages of installing slopes include speed, low cost, ease of use, obtaining symmetry of the window opening and insulation, and the disadvantages - a decrease in light transmission.

Preparatory stage

Installation of slopes is possible only after preliminary preparation. For door and window openings, the process is the same. However, in the first case special attention should be paid to some points.

• Availability of communications - cables, wires. It is necessary to lay them correctly.
• Possibility of installing an additional door. It may be needed if the first door is not insulated and there is no sound insulation.

Preparation for installing slopes on window openings is as follows:

• Initially, you need to prepare a workspace. To make it convenient to approach the window, nearby objects must be covered to protect them from moisture and dirt, since the installation of slopes from the gypsum board is a "wet" job.
• The base of the window reception is cleaned for good adhesion of the adhesive. Therefore, with the help of a brush, everything that peels off over time, falls off, falls off, is removed from the surface with a brush, then washed with water. The result is an absolutely clean base, which is carefully primed.

Tools and materials

Required tools and materials:

• drywall;
• adhesive solution;
• soil mixture;
• fasteners;
• thermal insulation materials;

• spatulas;
• attachment drill;
• construction knife;
• water;
• polyurethane foam;
• metal profiles.

Measurements and work with the opening

It is very important to correctly measure the windows. It is advisable to measure twice the depth of the window opening on each plane to make sure they are even. If the values ​​diverge, you can take the width of the slope equal to the largest value. But each panel must be the same size.

If the slopes are located at a certain angle, then they must be equal on both sides.

To get the exact dimensions of the side panels, you can first make the corner templates from the gypsum board.

For the installation of window slopes and finishing of doorways, general rules apply.

Operating procedure:

• the distance from the door jamb, window frame to the corner is measured, this procedure is done at least three times;
• the height of the rack and the horizontal length are measured, in each section the measurement is carried out separately;
• all values ​​are transferred to paper, and a drawing of all elements is made.

Cut open

Drywall is easy to cut, the process includes:

• the required dimensions are transferred to the gypsum board;
• a ruler is applied to the drawn line, a knife is drawn along it;
• I put a bar under the trim and break the sheet with a few blows along the edge, and simply cut the bottom of the cardboard;
• uneven areas are cut electric jigsaw or a hacksaw.

Installation methods

Do-it-yourself installation of slopes is done in several ways:

• using polyurethane foam;
• installation on putty;
• installation on a frame;
• glue method.

Using one of the methods, you can do the installation yourself for all types of bases.

Polyurethane foam

One of the quickest and easiest procedures for installing slopes is to use polyurethane foam. It can also be used with small gaps between the window opening and the slope corner. But it must be remembered that in this case it is impossible to make a mistake with the amount of materials, as this will lead to deformation of the coating.

A certain order of laying slopes from sheets of gypsum board is used:

• Surface preparation.
• The cylinder with the polyurethane foam is thoroughly shaken. It is best to use formulations that are applied with a construction gun. But with a small surface area, you can do without them.
• The composition is applied in a thin layer to the back of the glued parts.
• The part is applied to the surface and immediately comes off back.
• After 10 minutes, the element is finally applied to the surface vertically, then horizontally, and again vertically.
• After one day, you can start finishing.

This option is considered optimal if you have to install slopes in a short time. In this case, the foam will serve as an adhesive and insulation, since it can be used to replace mineral wool.

Installation on putty

The option with putty is chosen when they want to make the slopes more reliable and stronger.

Operating procedure:

• thorough preparation of the surface, preparation of the mixture;
• applying the solution to the wrong side of the part over the entire area of ​​the panel;
• installation of the element on the surface, while you need to make it so that it adheres well. For better adhesion, the base is sprayed with water to moisten. And for reliability and strength of fixation, spacers are installed.

• each fragment is installed on the surface, after which it is left for two days for better setting of the solution and base;
• finishing.

The result is reliable coverage.

This method is suitable for the installation of slopes on the entrance and internal interior doors made of gypsum plasterboard.

Frame mounting

This method allows you to get a practical surface, but it is important to know that the material is fastened with self-tapping screws or dowels. Therefore, it is necessary to adhere to some rules, for example, the screws must be screwed without deepening on the surface, but flush.

Creation of the lathing:

• it is necessary to arm yourself with wooden beams or metal profiles;
• segments are cut from the guides, the dimensions of which were obtained during measurements;
• if necessary, the frame can be insulated with mineral wool;
• drywall elements are installed only after the crate has been created;
• self-tapping screws fix all parts to the surface.

This method is suitable when the installation of the slopes is carried out in combination with the cladding of adjacent walls. When working with doorways its size will decrease slightly.

Glue method

This method of installation, at first glance, seems simple, but there are some difficulties, for example, it is necessary to observe the angles of inclination when gluing the elements. It is recommended to use the glue method when there is a need to maintain the original dimensions of the window openings.

The advantages of the glue method include:

• speed of execution;
• minimum amount of materials;
• before painting the surface, it is enough just to putty the slopes.

Plasterboard slopes are coated with glue. To prevent the adhesive composition from spreading after pressing the element to the surface, the adhesive should be applied in a non-continuous layer to the drywall.

To prevent the upper parts from falling off while the glue dries, use spacers that abut against the window sill or on the floor, and fix the drywall parts with the other end.

After installing the slopes, it may be necessary to seal the joints. In this case, acrylic sealant will come to the rescue, which allows you to protect the cracking of the seams. It can be given the desired shade with acrylic paint.

Registration of sloping corners

The gap between the wall and the plasterboard sheet is plastered. The resulting seam is processed by sheathing with reinforcing tape or mesh, and then putty.

Corners strengthen perforated corner, which is attached with a stapler.

Finishing

Finishing is necessary to give the structure a presentable look. For this process, you need to purchase a putty and paint. And you can also install profiled metal corners to prevent premature wear of the corners of drywall sheets. For this, perforated protective parts are installed on the corner slopes. To avoid voids and irregularities, the adhesive is applied in a thin uniform layer, as when working with slope elements.