Plasterboard for the facade instead of expensive OSB boards (how to save money on building a house)

The most popular finishing materials are OSB and drywall. Both materials are suitable for the facade. In connection with the rise in price by 4 times of OSB sheets, it is reasonable to use another, less expensive option.

In Russia, the gypsum cardboard facade is still a novelty. But abroad, for a long time, houses have been sheathed on the outside with this particular material. With the current rise in prices, many began to choose drywall. It is 2.5 times less than the cost of OSB.

Plasterboard for the facade (windproof gyproc gts 9) Is not a bad choice. But not for finishing the facade. External finishing is still required. But it can be done a little later. Drywall is able to withstand the effects of precipitation for 1-2 months.

Someone will say: “Drywall cannot be used for the facade! Even if it is moisture resistant. " But this is not the case. The main thing is not to leave it open. The finish should be.

The gypsum board consists of extruded gypsum with the addition of fiberglass for reinforcement. The outer sides of the sheets are cardboard with special additives.

• Plasterboard helps protect your home from air currents.
• The walls of a frame house are flat. The facade of the house is beautiful.
• Sound insulation, fire safety, human safety.
• The vapor-permeable material does not allow moisture to accumulate in the insulation. This is a huge plus, when compared with OSB panels.
• Easy assembly, flexible material, well cut.
• At low temperatures, the material does not burst or deform.
• Inexpensive material (1100 rubles per sheet 3 m high).
• Installation of drywall takes place on a finished frame. Install across or along. They begin to mount from the corner of the house.

Of course, for such work, you only need to use the facade gypsum board. Regular moisture resistant sheets cannot be used.

For the frame, drywall is taken (9.5 mm.). In this case, jibs from an inch board are used. This is for "safety net". Fastening - screws, hardware (galvanized). The fixing step is about 10 cm.