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PLASTERING
ACCESSORIES
DECEMBER
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 PLASTER BEADS FOR INTERNAL USE ONLY

Corner and stop bead profiles for internal plastering.

PLASTER BEADS FOR THIN-COAT PLASTER

Corner and stop bead profiles for thin-coat plastering.

BEADS FOR DRY-LINING

Corner and edging bead profiles for dry-lining, eg. plasterboard.

BEADS FOR EXTERNAL USE

Corner and stop bead profiles for external render work.

EXPAMET BEADS
QUALITY IN ACTION
Expamet Beads & Laths are designed
and manufactured by Expamet Building
Products – the name behind the market
leading BAT Fixings range and many
other high quality building products
including Lintels, Wall Starters,
Arch Formers and Hy-Rib formwork
for concrete and Metpost fence spikes.
Expamet products are manufactured to
BS EN ISO 9002: 1994 and ISO 14001.
EXPAMET BEADS Galvanised Steel Beads
Expamet are one of the world's largest BS EN 10142: 1991. DX51D + Z275
& DX51D + Z450.
producers of expanded metal products.
Bead manufacture began over 40 years Stainless Steel Beads
ago and today, if our total Bead BS EN 10088-1 : 1995
production were laid end to end, it X5CrNi18-10 / 1.4301
would stretch to the moon and back
Plus
with miles to spare. Synthetically coated Galvanised
Steel Beads.
As the established market leader in
the UK, the Expamet Bead range is
comprehensive, from high performance
products through to easy-to-use
economy beads. It's a choice backed
by quality that today's tradesmen trust
to deliver lasting, value for money
performance.

JOINTS IN PLASTER OVER BUILDING MOVEMENT

GENERAL INSTALLATION INFORMATION: CONTROL JOINTS:

• Beads should be fixed using plaster or render METHOD 1

dabs or a suitable mechanical fixing at
a maximum of 600mm centres.
• Fix one stop bead down the side of the building
movement joint, levelling with the timber grounds.
• Beads may be wire tied to the face of metal
• When this bead is set, fix the second bead into position
lathing backgrounds. using timber inserts to control the required gap. Also
• Use tinsnips or shears to cut to size. levelling to the timber grounds.

• When jointing angle beads use a dowel inserted • When both beads are set, remove timber inserts and
in the nose to ensure continuity and alignment. complete the plastering. Fill the gap with flexible sealant.

• Avoid damage to beads when trowelling plaster METHOD 2

or render.
• Plaster stop beads used with insert to make a bead
• Stainless steel beads are specifically designed for building movement control joint. Use timber batten
for cement based renders and should not be used wired to beads to set up gap width. On removal of the
with gypsum based plasters unless they are timber batten flexible sealant can be used as required.
specified with an approved protective finish. Width of gap determined by the flexible nature of sealant
and expected masonry
• Epoxy/polyester coated galvanised steel beads, movement.
with PVC nosing, are designed for external use
only in sheltered or moderate environments.
Similar usage restrictions also apply to the
Expamet 570 Render Stop.
PLASTER BEADS FOR INTERNAL USE ONLY

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(T)
(L)
ANGLE BEAD
Ref. 558 (Pre-Galvanised Steel)
Provides a true, straight corner which protects
and reinforces plaster where it is most vulnerable.
One size adjusts for thickness.
REF 558
T x L (mm) 10 / 13 x 46
Lengths per Carton 100
Stock lengths 2400 / 2700 / 3000

(L)

(T)
5 (T)
(L)

ANGLE BEAD PLASTER STOP BEAD

Ref. 550 (Pre-Galvanised Steel) Ref. 562, 563, 565 & 566 (Pre-Galvanised Steel)
Provides a true, straight corner which protects Finishes and reinforces plaster edges.
and reinforces plaster where it is most vulnerable.
REF 562 563 565 566
One size adjusts for thickness. T x L (mm) 10 x 60 13 x 60 16 x 61 19 x 58
REF 550 Lengths per Carton 50 50 50 50
T x L (mm) 10 / 13 x 55 Stock lengths 2400 / 3000 2400 / 3000 2400 / 3000 2400 / 3000
Lengths per Carton 100
Stock lengths 2400 / 2700 / 3000

The bead consists of two lengths

of galvanised Stop Bead joined
by a white pvc extrusion which
(T) features a special knockout for
(L) easy installation. This knockout
strip is removed at completion of
plastering providing up to ±3mm
movement in both planes.
(L)
3

10 10
21

13 (T)

REF 588 REF 587

MOVEMENT BEAD* T x L (mm) 13 x 123
CORNER MOVEMENT BEAD* T x L (mm) 13 x 60
Ref. 588 (Pre-Galvanised Steel) Lengths per Carton 20 Ref. 587 (Pre-Galvanised Steel) Lengths per Carton 20
Forms movement joints in plaster Stock lengths 3000 Provides up to 6mm movement Stock lengths 3000
and render, allows for +3mm, in both planes.
-1mm movement.

* Must not be used over building movement control joints. See General Installation Information inside front cover.

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 PLASTER BEADS FOR INTERNAL USE ONLY

(L)
(L)
(L)
(T)
20 (T)
(T) 22
15

ARCHITRAVE & FEATURE BEAD (ENGAGING) ARCHITRAVE & FEATURE BEAD (ABUTTING) ARCHITRAVE & FEATURE BEAD (ABUTTING)
Ref. 586 & 580 (Pre-Galvanised Steel) Ref. 585 & 579 (Pre-Galvanised Steel) Ref. 581 (Pre-Galvanised Steel)
Creates feature at plaster edges, engaging with frame. Creates feature at plaster edges, abutting with frame. Creates feature at plaster edges, abutting with frame to
REF 586 580 REF 585 579
give a 22mm shadow gap.
T x L (mm) 10 x 52 13 x 52 T x L (mm) 10 x 52 13 x 52 REF 581
Lengths per Carton 50 50 Lengths per Carton 50 50 T x L (mm) 13 x 52
Stock lengths 3000 3000 Stock lengths 3000 3000 Lengths per Carton 50
Stock lengths 3000

PLASTER BEADS FOR THIN-COAT PLASTER

(L) (T)
(T)

(L)

THIN-COAT ANGLE BEAD THIN-COAT EXPANDED SMALL-MESH WING ANGLE BEAD

Ref. 553 & 554 (Pre-Galvanised Steel) Ref. 595 (Pre-Galvanised Steel)
For 3mm plaster finishes on plasterboard The expanded mesh wings provide an excellent key for thin-coat
or any smooth background. plaster corners.
REF 553 554 REF 595
T x L (mm) 3 x 24 6 x 24 T x L (mm) 3 x 24
Lengths per Carton 100 bundled in 10’s 100 bundled in 10’s Lengths per Carton 50
Stock lengths 2400 / 2700 / 3000 2400 / 2700 / 3000 Stock lengths 2400 / 3000

(L)
(L1) 135o
(L)

(L)
(T)
(T)
(T)

EXTENDED LEG ANGLE BEAD 135O THIN-COAT ANGLE BEAD THIN-COAT STOP BEAD
Ref. 596 (Pre-Galvanised Steel) Ref. 597 (Pre-Galvanised Steel) Ref. 560 & 561 (Pre-Galvanised Steel)
To provide enhanced cover at plasterboard For 135o plasterboard corners. Finishes and reinforces edges of
joints to minimise cracking. REF 597 thin-coat plaster.
REF 596 T x L (mm) 3 x 24 REF 560 561
T x L x L1(mm) 3 x 24 x 30 Lengths per Carton 10 T x L (mm) 3 x 28 6 x 25
Lengths per Carton 50 Stock lengths 2400 / 3000 Lengths per Carton 50 50
Stock lengths 2400 / 3000 Stock lengths 2400 / 3000 2400 / 3000

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BEADS FOR DRY-LINING

25
25
9.5
9.5 9.5
20 9.5
15

2
2

DRY WALL FEATURE BEAD (ENGAGING) DRY WALL FEATURE BEAD (ABUTTING)
Ref. 513 (Pre-Galvanised Steel) Ref. 514 (Pre-Galvanised Steel)
Neat shadow lines and recesses can be formed Neat shadow lines and recesses can be formed
around door frames, abutments and the like. around door frames, abutments and the like.
REF 513 REF 514
Plaster Board Thickness 9.5 / 12.5 / 15mm Plaster Board Thickness 9.5 / 12.5 / 15mm
Lengths per Carton 50 Lengths per Carton 50
Stock lengths 3000 Stock lengths 3000

(L)

(L1)
(T)

Reverse side of 567, 568 and 576.

PLASTERBOARD EDGING BEAD REF

Plaster Board Thickness
567
9.5mm
568
12.5mm
576
15mm
Ref. 567, 568 & 576 (Pre-Galvanised Steel) T x L x L1 (mm) 2 x 24 x 12.5 2 x 24 x 9 2 x 25.5 x 10
A reversible, dual-purpose bead which reinforces Lengths per Carton 50 50 50
plasterboard edges by enclosing them in a protective Stock lengths 3000 3000 3000
steel section.

(L)

(T)

28.3
3.4
DRY WALL CORNER BEAD DRY LINING ARCH BEAD 28.3
Ref. 548 (Pre-Galvanised Steel) Ref. PFB001 (Recycled pvc)
For steel protection on plaster board corners. For creating curved and arched forms in thin-coat and dry-lining applications.
REF 548 REF PFB001
T x L (mm) 2 x 19 Plaster Thickness 3mm
Lengths per Carton 50 T x L (mm) 3 x 28.3
Stock lengths 2400 / 3000 Lengths per Carton 25
Stock lengths 3000

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 BEADS FOR EXTERNAL USE

(T) 5
(L) (T)
(L)
5

ANGLE BEAD REF 545

ANGLE BEAD (STANDARD WING) REF 506
Ref. 545 (Stainless Steel) T x L (mm) 16 / 20 x 64 Ref. 506 (Stainless Steel) T x L (mm) 16 / 20 x 53
For external render work. One size Lengths per Carton 25 For external render work. One size Lengths per Carton 25
for both thicknesses. Stock lengths 3000 for both thicknesses. Stock lengths 3000

(L)
8

(T)
(L) (T)

ANGLE BEAD STOP BEAD

Ref. 571 (Pre-Galvanised and synthetically coated with Ref. 534, 533, 526 & 546 (Stainless Steel)
pvc protective nosing) Finishes and protects render edges.
Protects render corners. REF 534 533 526 546
REF 571 T x L (mm) 10 x 60 13 x 60 16 x 61 19 x 58
T x L (mm) 20 x 52 Lengths per Carton 25 25 25 25
Lengths per Carton 25 Stock lengths 3000 3000 3000 3000
Stock lengths 3000

(L)
(L)

(T)
(T)

STOP BEAD (STANDARD WING) EXTERNAL STOP BEAD

Ref. 509, 510, 511 & 507 (Stainless Steel) Ref. 572 (Pre-Galvanised and synthetically coated with pvc protective nosing)
Finishes and protects render edges. Finishes and protects render edges.
REF 509 510 511 507 REF 572
T x L (mm) 10 x 57 13 x 54 16 x 55 19 x 52 T x L (mm) 19 / 20 x 55
Lengths per Carton 25 25 25 25 Lengths per Carton 25
Stock lengths 3000 3000 3000 3000 Stock lengths 3000

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 (T)
(T)

(L) (L)

EXTERNAL RENDER STOP EXTERNAL RENDER STOP (STANDARD WING)

Ref. 547 (Stainless Steel) Ref. 508 (Stainless Steel)
Forms and protects lower edge of render. Forms and protects lower edge of render.
(L1)
REF 547 (L1) REF 508
T x L x L1 (mm) 16 / 20 x 65 x 25 T x L x L1 (mm) 16 / 20 x 58 x 25
Lengths per Carton 25 Lengths per Carton 25
Stock lengths 3000 Stock lengths 3000

(T) (T)

(L) (L)

EXTERNAL RENDER STOP EXTERNAL STOP TYPE 2

Ref. 570 (Pre-Galvanised Steel) Ref. 573 (Pre-Galvanised and synthetically coated with pvc protective nosing)
Forms and protects lower edge of render. Forms and protects lower edge of render.
(L1) REF 570 (L1) REF 573
T x L x L1 (mm) 16 / 20 x 25 x 65 T x L x L1 (mm) 20 x 20 x 56
Lengths per Carton 50 Lengths per Carton 25
Stock lengths 3000 Stock lengths 3000

(L) (T) (L) (T)

* Must not be used over

building movement control
1 joints. See General 1
Installation Information
inside front cover.
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MOVEMENT BEAD* MOVEMENT BEAD*

Ref. 589 &590 (Pre-Galvanised Steel with white pvc nosing) Ref. 542, 543 & 544 (Stainless Steel with white pvc nosing)
Forms movement joints in render, allows for +3mm, -1mm movement. Forms movement joints in render, allows for +3mm, -1mm movement.
REF 589 590 REF 542 543 544
T x L (mm) 18 / 19 x 125 21 x 119 T x L (mm) 13 x 123 16 x 123 21 x 119
Lengths per Carton 14 12 Lengths per Carton 14 14 14
Stock lengths 3000 3000 Stock lengths 3000 3000 3000

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 METAL LATHING FOR INTERNAL USE

Expanded metal lathing and Riblath for internal plasterwork.

METAL LATHING FOR EXTERNAL USE

Expanded metal lathing and Riblath for external rendering.

EXPAMET LATHING
Expamet have manufactured expanded
metal products for over 100 years. Our
current Lath range is No.1 in the UK and,
through international distributors, has
significant worldwide sales.
With a proven track record on all types
of contract from large commercial
projects through to home refurbishment,
Expamet Lathing provides an excellent
key for finishing materials on masonry,
ceilings, suspended ceilings and timber
frame buildings.
Suitable for internal or external applications EXPAMET LATHING RANGE
Expamet Lathing is easily formed, allowing Manufactured from pre-galvanised or
stainless steel, Expamet Lathing is produced
designers to create free forms such as
to BS 1369 in two main forms, each in a
arches, domes and vaults in a trouble-free range of weights:
effective manner. Expamet Lathing can also
• Expanded metal lathing with diamond
be used as a carrier for fire protection patterned mesh.
finishes to structural steelwork. • Riblath expanded metal lathing with a
herringbone pattern mesh of 3 hole design
Simple to use and fix, and easy to work incorporating V-profiled solid ribs.
with, the Expamet Lathing range is Galvanised Steel Lath
designed to provide durable, effective BS EN 10142 : 1991 DX51D + Z275
Stainless Steel Lath
solutions whatever kind of plastering
BS EN 10088-1 : 1995
or rendering work your job entails. X5CrNi18-10 / 1.4301

METAL LATHING FOR INTERNAL USE

EXPANDED METAL LATHING

BB263 – Provides a key for lightweight plasters over small openings and chases.
BB264 – Carrier for lightweight plaster finishes on walls and ceilings.
BB265 – General plaster reinforcement.
Ref. Material Nominal Mesh Size Maximum fixing Sheet Size
Thickness (mm) Weight kg/m2 SW (mm) Centres (mm) (mm)
263 0.500 1.11 9 300 2500 x 700
264 0.725 1.61 9 350 2500 x 700
265 0.400 0.90 9 300 2500 x 700

RIBLATH
269 – To carry lightweight plasters on a solid background.
271 – To carry sand/cement plaster and lightweight plaster on support systems or ceilings.
Ref. Material Nominal Rib Depth Maximum Centres Sheet Size
Thickness (mm) Weight kg/m2 (mm) of support (mm) (mm)
269 0.3 1.16 8 600 2500 x 600
271 0.5 1.80 8 600 2500 x 600

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 METAL LATHING FOR INTERNAL USE

EXPANDED METAL LATHING

94G – For use with heavyweight plasters eg. Barium based.

Ref. Material Nominal Mesh Size Maximum fixing Sheet Size

Thickness (mm) Weight kg/m2 SW x LW (mm) Centres (mm) (mm)
94G 0.95 2.50 9.5 x 28.6 450 2500 x 700

Supplied by/Order from: The Expanded Metal Co. Ltd. Tel: +44 (0) 1429 867388 Fax: +44 (0) 1429 866795
Please see seperate brochure and website www.expandedmetalcompany.co.uk

METAL LATHING FOR EXTERNAL USE

RIBLATH
267 – Stainlees steel carrier for all rendered finishes.
274 Red-Rib – Pre-galvanised carrier of render only to be used in sheltered/moderate
exposure away from the coast.

Pre-galvanised steel DX51D + Z450 to BS EN 10142 : 1991.

Ref. Material Nominal Rib Depth Maximum Centres Sheet Size

Thickness (mm) Weight kg/m2 (mm) of support (mm) (mm)
267 0.3 1.16 8 600 2500 x 600
274 0.5 1.91 8 600 2500 x 600

EXPANDED METAL LATHING

95S – Carrier for render finishes.

Ref. Material Nominal Mesh Size Maximum fixing Sheet Size

Thickness (mm) Weight kg/m2 SW x LW (mm) Centres (mm) (mm)
95S 0.460 1.15 9.2 x 28.6 350 2500 x 700

Supplied by/Order from: The Expanded Metal Co. Ltd. Tel: +44 (0) 1429 867388 Fax: +44 (0) 1429 866795
Please see seperate brochure and website www.expandedmetalcompany.co.uk

SECURILATH SECURITY MESH

To prevent forced entry through walls, partitions, ceilings and roofs.

HD1 – Heavyweight option for security in walls, partitions and ceilings.

MD1 – Lightweight option for security in walls, partitions and ceilings.
HDR – For internal/external brick or block walls. An excellent key for plaster/render finishes.
Has a raised edge for rendering.

Ref. Material Material Weight Sheet Size

Thickness (mm) Type kg/m2 LW x SW (mm)
HD1 (2073F) 3 Flattened Mesh 8.59 2440 x 1220
MD1 (2076F) 1.2 Flattened Mesh 1.85 2440 x 1220
1220 x 2440
HDR (2089) 3 Standard profile mesh 6.52 2440 x 1220
with raised edge for
rendering

Supplied by/Order from: The Expanded Metal Co. Ltd. Tel: +44 (0) 1429 867388 Fax: +44 (0) 1429 866795
Please see seperate brochure and website www.expandedmetalcompany.co.uk

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 1. FIXING EXPANDED METAL LATHING TO METAL OR
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS TIMBER SUPPORTS

• Fix with the long way of mesh running from support

to support, with all strands sloping downwards and
inwards from the face of the coating.

Fig. 1 Fig. 2
Direction of fixing Direction of fixing

Fig. 3

• To connect to timber grounds use 38x2mm plasterers

nails or galvanised staples. Start at the centre of the
sheet and work out towards the edges, always fix at an
angle (see fig 1 & 2) to allow lath to be pulled tight.

• To fix to steel channels, tie with 1.22mm tying wire at

100mm centres. Tie as illustrated (see fig 3) by creating
a 'hairpin' shape with the wire then pull tight and twist.
Take care that cut wire ends are not close to plaster
Steel channel surface.
runner Expanded
metal
lath

Fig. 4 GENERAL FIXING INFORMATION FOR FIXING TO METAL/TIMBER SUPPORTS.

End laps should be wired together at 150mm inter- 50mm Fixing to supports should be at 100mm centres
vals and lap 50mm on supports

100mm
150mm

25mm

Side laps should be not less than 25mm and

should be wired together at 150mm intervals.
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1a FIXING EXPANDED METAL LATHING TO SOLID Fig. 5
BACKGROUNDS. See fig 5. Max. 200mm

Typical Fixing
Max. 150mm
Overlap 50mm

Max. 350mm Max. 300mm

Overlap 25mm

Max. 200mm
Typical fixing with integral spacer and large Proprietary fixing
diameter headed nail. including 6mm
min. spacer 2500mm

2. FIXING RIBLATH TO METAL OR TIMBER SUPPORTS

• Riblath is fixed at each rib to timber grounds using the same fixings as Expanded Metal Lathing. Use 1.63mm or two strands of 1.22mm
galvanised mild steel wire or stainless steel tying wire to secure to steel supports - see fig 6. Ribs should run at right angles to supports
with the apex of the rib in contact with the support.
Timber studs at max. 600mm centres Steel studs at max. 600mm centres

Fig. 6
38mm Nail 32mm Staple
Wire tie

Edge ribs overlapped (nested)

Fig. 7

• When joining Riblath sheets overlap the edge ribs

and tie the edges with 1.22mm tying wire at 150mm
centres as illustrated (fig 7 & 8). If the end joint
occurs in front of a support overlap by 50mm, if it
Fig. 8
does not then overlap sheets by 100mm and provide
two 1.63mm wire ties per rib overlap.

• Always fix so that plaster or render is applied to the

correct face, see fig 9.

Edge ribs nested and wired at 150mm intervals

Fig. 9
SUPPORTING BACKGROUND

Section through plastered Rib-lath

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 2a FIXING RIBLATH TO Fig. 10 TYPICAL FIXING TO VERTICAL SOLID BACKGROUNDS.
VERTICAL SOLID
BACKGROUNDS.

Proprietary fixings should be used to

hold the ribs of the lath firmly against
the background, see fig 10. 600mm 600mm

Where Riblath is fixed with the ribs

running vertically, fixings should be 150mm
made through all ribs at 600mm
centres.
• Fixing location
1.2mm wire tie or screw location

STAINLESS STEEL FIXINGS FOR RIBLATH 267

Ref. Material Application Material Size (mm)
HIS50 Hammer in Screws Combined stainless steel screw Stainless Steel 6 x 50
and plug for brick, concrete
and dense aggregate blockwork
TY1S Tying Wire For lapped joints and fixing Stainless Steel 1.22 dia x 1kg
to metal supports

GENERAL NOTES FOR EXPAMET BEADS & LATHS:

• Where galvanised materials are
used, the drying out period for the
plaster or render must be kept to a
minimum to prevent the possibility
of corrosion of the steel.
• The customer must ensure that the
application environment and finishing
materials are compatible with the
bead and lath materials
• Ensure that all the metal components
used in a given installation are of the
same material type.
• All materials should be stored
under cover in dry conditions, off
the ground, kept flat and protected
from accidental damage.
• Always wear gloves when cutting
or handling to prevent injury from
sharp edges.
• Proprietary fixings should be used. If
in doubt contact the fixings
manufacturer to ensure your fixings
are suitable for the background.
• National Building Specifications are:
M20 – Local plaster and render
reinforcement, metal angle beads,
screed beads and plaster stops.
M30 – Metal mesh lathing/anchored
reinforcement for plaster coatings.
Technical Information for specific
Expamet bead and lath applications
is available:
– Fixing EML/Riblath to solid
backgrounds and over insulation.
– Fixing EML/Riblath to timber frame
backgrounds.
– Suspended Ceilings.
– Curved Suspended Ceilings.
– External Suspended Ceilings.
– Swimming Pool Suspended
Ceilings.
• Specifiers must ensure that the
resulting finish will be suitable for
the intended application. For design
and specification information refer
to the British Standards listed and
manufacturers’ literature.
• Relevant British Standards are:
BS 6452: Part 1: 1984 –
Beads for Internal Plastering
& Dry Lining. Part 1. Specification
for galvanised steel beads.
BS 1369: Part 1: 1987 –
Steel Lathing for Internal Plastering
and External Rendering. Part 1.
Specification for expanded metal
and ribbed lathing.
BS 5492: 1990 – Code of Practice
for Internal Plastering.
BS 5262: 1991 – Code of Practice
for External Rendering.
BS 8212: 1995 – Code of Practice
for Dry Lining and Partitioning using
Gypsum Plaster.
BS 8000: Part 10: 1995 – Workmanship
on Site. Part 10, Code of Practice for
Plastering and Rendering.

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STEEL CHANNELS
Channels can be supplied for use with expanded Ref CH27
metal laths. BB expanded metal lath or Rib-lath
is wired to the channels and then plastered.

Steel channels are:

Manufactured from 1.500mm pre-galvanised steel.
Used as furring and bearers for suspended ceilings.
Ref CH28
Ref. Material Size (mm) Length (mm)
CH27 Galvanised 38 x 11 5000
CH28 Galvanised 51 x 13 5000
CH27S Stainless Steel 38 x 11 5000
CH28S Stainless Steel 51 x 13 5000

CORNER MESH & STRIP MESH

521 & 522 – Stainless steel carrier for all render finishes.
583 & 584 – Pre-galvanised carrier for render and plaster – only to
be used in sheltered/moderate exposure away from the coast.

Ref. Type Material Material Weight Mesh Size Size

Thickness (mm) kg/m2 SW (mm) (mm)
521 Corner Mesh Stainless Steel 0.56 2.08 9 x 28.6 2500 x 50 x 50
522 Strip Mesh Stainless Steel 0.56 2.08 9 x 28.6 2500 x 100
583 Corner Mesh Galvanised 0.5 1.92 9 x 28.6 2500 x 50 x 50
584 Strip Mesh Galvanised 0.5 1.92 9 x 28.6 2500 x 100

Supplied by/Order from: The Expanded Metal Co. Ltd. Tel: +44 (0) 1429 867388 Fax: +44 (0) 1429 866795
Please see seperate brochure and website www.expandedmetalcompany.co.uk

EXPAMET EXMET
Galvanised mesh reinforcement for plastering
over wall chases.

Ref. Material Coil Width (mm) Length (m)

76320 Galvanised 65 20
76420 Galvanised 115 20
76520 Galvanised 175 20
76620 Galvanised 225 20
76720 Galvanised 305 20
76340 Galvanised 65 40
76440 Galvanised 115 40
763100 Galvanised 65 100
764100 Galvanised 115 100
765100 Galvanised 175 100
766100 Galvanised 225 100
767100 Galvanised 305 100

115mm

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 ARCH FORMERS
Metal Arch Formers Unique PVC nosing
Expamet Arch Formers add elegance and style to any home, indoors or out. Suitable No other Arch Former range has Expamet’s
for a wide range of openings, and available in an attractive range of shapes, they allow unique PVC nosing. It simply clips into
housebuilders, designers, refurbishers and DIY enthusiasts to create distinctive, place to cover the metal and provide a
decorative arches with ease and speed. continuous edge – an edge that you can
follow to create a more accurate,
Manufactured from tough pre-galvanised steel, the strength and rigidity for a quality
professional finish when plastering.
finish is assured by the parallel strand mesh. The special downward and inward angling
of the horizontal strands ensures an excellent plaster key.

N.B. For external use the customer must get the Expamet Arch Formers coated with corrosion
resistant epoxy polyester.

ARCH CORNER SEMICIRCLE ELLIPTICAL

Overlap 65mm To suit wall widths

To suit wall widths
up to 230mm. Overlap 65mm up to 230mm.
For wall widths
For wall widths over this use
over this use soffit strips.
soffit strips. Openin
g width

Rise

6 piece arch joints

(4 piece arch has
joint at centre only)
Ref. Structural Opening Finished Radius Number of
Width (mm) (R) mm Parts
Ref. Finished Radius Number of ESC30 760 372 4
(R) mm Parts ESC32 810 397 4
EAC15 372 2 ESC33 840 412 4
EAC18 452 2 ESC36 920 452 4
EAC24 602 2 ESC48 1220 602 4 Overlap
EAC30 752 2 ESC60 1520 752 4 65mm To suit wall widths up to 230mm.
For wall widths over this use
soffit strips.

Openin
g width

Ref. Structural Opening Finished Rise Number of

Width (mm) (mm) Parts
EEL48 1220 340 4
EEL54 1370 360 4
EEL60 1520 380 4
EEL72 1830 410 6
EEL84 2130 430 6
EEL96 2440 440 6
EEL120 3050 520 6

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 SPANDREL BULLSEYE MAKE-UP PIECE

Rise
R

Overlap 65mm

8 piece arch joints

(4 piece arch has
joint at centre only)

To accommodate any opening width

make-up pieces can be used with both
Ref. Structural Opening Finished Radius Number of Arch corners and Semicircle Arch Formers.
Width (mm) (R) mm Parts Supplied in two 600mm lengths. Ref MP24.
BE18 460 222 4 Lengths can be cut to make a former to span
any width of opening.
Overlap
65mm To suit wall widths up to 230mm. Ref. Length
For wall widths over this use (mm)
soffit strips. MP24 600
INTERNAL LINERS
Openin
g width FOR CIRCULAR WINDOWS
LATH SOFFIT STRIP

Ref. Structural Opening Finished Radius Rise Number of

Width (mm) (R) mm (mm) Parts
65mm
ESP30 760 180 220 4
ESP36 910 180 240 4
ESP48 1220 230 290 4
ESP60 1520 230 330 4
ESP72 1830 230 360 4
ESP84 2130 230 370 4
ESP96 2440 230 390 8
ESP120 3050 230 440 8 Ref. Length Width
(mm) (mm)
Ref. Opening Finished Number of
Width (mm) Diameter (mm) Parts LSS6 1830 155

WBE24 610 594 8 Supplied as a coil

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 ARCH FORMERS
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
1 cover all the metal nosing.
The opening ready to receive an Expamet Arch Former. Where a previous-
ly plastered wall is involved, the plaster surrounding the opening should be
cut back. This will result in a flush joint of new with existing plaster.
Arch Formers are not designed to carry structural loads. A Lintel must
always be used when forming new openings.
2 should be deeply cross-scratched to key a floating coat of the same plaster. The
The component parts ready for installation.
3
Fixing the first part on an Arch Former with masonry
nails or plug and screw. The Arch nosing should be
13mm proud of the wall face to which it is being fixed.
If the pvc nosing is being used the Arch Former
should be set back approximately 1mm from
the angle bead to allow for nosing thickness.
Lightly pinching the nosing of the arch over a 40mm length of plastic
dowel, supplied with the kit, which acts as a link between sections.
Arch Former sections in position on both
5 sides of an opening. A galvanised wire tie
has been inserted to securely unite the
Arch Former sections.
Twisting the wire tie to secure it. The end
6 of the tie is then bent inwards between an
aperture of the lath. Alternatively, self-tapping
screws may be used.
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7 Fixing the pvc Nosing
Start at the bottom junction, where the arch and
angle bead should touch. Clip on the pvc nosing
over the metal nose with guiding thumb pressure
action. Work completely round the arch.
Liquid soap can be used to aid application if
required.
a) Sufficient length pvc nosing is supplied to
b) The pvc nosing can be cut with heavy-duty
scissors, Stanley Knife or small hacksaw.
NOTE If you prefer, the Arch Former can still be used without the pvc nosing.
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A render coat of Carlite Bonding or Thistle Hardwall plaster should be applied to
the Arch Former to a thickness of approx. 6mm from the surface of the lath. This
floating coat should be ruled evenly to the Arch Former nosing and lightly
scratched to key the finish plaster. Proprietary one-coat plasters now available can
be used. Follow suppliers instructions.
Plaster line
all arches
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Finish plaster can then be applied.
Installation of Expamet Arch Formers in special situations.
a. b.
Masonry
Nails Nails
Cut line
c.
a. Where the arch abuts a wall at right angles, the flanges can be removed, and the
sides of the Arch Former unit can be nailed into suitably placed timber battens.
b. Alternatively the flanges can be bent at right angles along the wall/ceiling and
fixed with masonry nails.
c. Concrete lintels. If direct fixing is difficult, timber battens should be fixed inside
the opening, to receive the Arch Former units.
d. For walls thicker than 230mm use lath soffit strip.
How to ensure best results
The nosing of the Arch Former should be 13mm proud of the wall face to which it is
being fixed. Where the flange is to be bent, cut into the nosing bead as shown in Fig. b.
Form the bend over a straight edge such as the edge of a bench or scaffold plank.
Tools needed:
1. Tin snips or heavy duty scissors and hacksaw.
For cutting the nosing prior to bending and trimming away surplus material.
2. Hammer and suitable nails.
3. Pliers.
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Position the Plaster

Arch in the partition
corner and screw
to timber studding.
Taking care to align
the arch. Do not
over-tighten screws.

4
Install plasterboard
cover strips.
(9.5mm plasterboard).

PLASTER ARCH
5

Expamet Plaster Arch Formers allow simple internal arches to be Fix Expamet Angle
formed even more easily. Simply fix in place with plasterboard Beads, ensuring
the nose matches
screws in the pre-formed holes, and then just plaster skim the flat the nose of the
sides for a guaranteed quality finish. Plaster Arch.

An accurate radius (380mm) ensures symmetry from arch to arch

and the quality and simplicity of installation has made the range an
established choice with major housebuilders and the trade. Expamet
Plaster Arches are available in five sizes and are suitable for various 6
Tape joints
widths of composite or stud partitions and dry lined blockwalls. between plas-
terboard and
Plaster Arch.
Ref Finished Type
Thickness
PA63 63mm Composite partitions
PA75 75mm Metal stud and plasterboard partitions with a
finished thickness of 75mm.
PA90 90mm Timber & Stud partitions. Use 65mm machined
P.S.E. timber. 9.5mm plasterboard.
PA100 100mm Timber Stud partitions. Use 75mm sawn timber. 7
9.5mm plasterboard.
Alternative:
Use 69mm machined P.S.E. timber. 12.5mm plasterboard. Apply plaster skim.
PA145 145mm Dry-Lined Blockwalls

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
PLASTERBOARD COMPOSITE
& STUD PARTITIONS
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
1 DRY-LINED BLOCKWALLS
DRYWALL 403mm
Corner of stud partition ready ‘C’
ADHESIVE ‘H’ HEAD POINT
to receive Plaster Arch. DRYWALL
PLASTERBOARD ADHESIVE
& SKIM DABS

2 Insert No. 8 plated wood
screws or plasterboard screws
into the Plaster Arch (30mm
length).
Centre line of arch to align with
centre of stud.
403mm
380mm RADIUS *Note: 403mm = Arch + 10mm
(ie. 393mm + 10mm adhesive).
All dimensions are subject to
‘S’ SPRINGING LINE manufacturing tolerances.
1 Measure 403mm* from corner ‘C’ to springing point ‘S’ and head point ‘H’,
complete plasterboarding to these points.
2 Fix arches in place with approved drywall adhesive, 10mm thickness. The arch soffit
should be positioned allowing for thickness of skim coat to the pasterboard.
3 Secondary fix arches using 4 No. 8 plated woodscrews into plugs with a minimum
of 25mm screw penetration to background. Do not over-tighten screws.
4 Follow instructions 5, 6 and 7 above to complete installation.
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 Kit comprises of:

4 Formed Arch Pieces

MULTI-SIZE DECORATIVE ARCH KIT 2 Corbel Features
2 Keystones
Ref. No. PADA380

NB. Torus Architrave not supplied

The Simple Way to Add Elegance to your Home
The Expamet Decorative Arch Kit is
manufactured from pre-cast plaster
with an ingenious design to allow most
openings to be turned into a feature.

The 380mm radius arch kit is adaptable

to fit flat top arches up to 900mm wide.
Extra wide flat top arches can be
created using readily available
17 x 56mm Torus Architrave - see X on
centre illustration (bottom of page).

Quick, easy to fix

Arch width versatility
Create perfect, accurate finish
every time

YOUR STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE TO A BEAUTIFUL DECORATIVE ARCH

1. Hold arch firmly in place against the wall.
Gently mark outline of the outer edge of the arch
on to the wall with a pencil. Repeat procedure
on both sides.
2. Establish the centrepoint (see further details below).
After finding the centrepoint cut each piece of arch
to suit the arch opening width. You can leave up to
a 7mm gap between the pieces. The keystone will
cover this up.
3. Prepare the wall surface to take the adhesive. 4. Next lightly tack nails into the wall as shown
Cut along the outline marked in (fig1) with a sharp above to act as temporary supports for the arch
blade. Then strip the wallpaper off the wall. Now pieces whilst the adhesive sets.
apply suitable adhesive.

5. Fix arch piece firmly into position onto the wall.
Repeat procedure on both sides.
6. Place corbel feature between both arches
(one on each side of the wall) and mark. Cut corbel,
glue and fit. The versatility of our design allows the
corbel to be cut to varying lengths, thus suiting any
wall thickness.
7. The final step before finishing is to add the
keystone. Glue keystone on the grooved side then
place keystone on the centrepoint, grooved side
down to corresponding groves on arch.
8. Your decorative arch is now ready to finish.
Remove nails, fill gaps between corbel and arch
with filler then paint entire arch. You should now
be able to enjoy the elegance your decorative
arch will provide.

FINDING THE CENTRE POINT ARCH WIDTH VERSATILITY EXTENDING TO THE FLOOR
x

DESIGNED TO COMPLIMENT EXPAMET

To find the centre spot
marked “x” lightly mark the
wall with a pencil at the end
of each curve. This gives you
X centre section (17 x 56 Torus PLASTER ARCHES
(PA63, PA80, PA90, PA100, PA145) AND ARCH
Architrave not supplied) can be
of any length, this gives you FORMERS (ESC15 & ESC30)
the possibility to make the arch PATENT NO. 2275940 UK REG. DESIGN NO. 3004603

2 points, the centre mark is any width. Use timber architrave to

between these 2 points. extend to floor level

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A company focused on customer needs
All Expamet products are designed to offer customers three key benefits:

Superior Design - to save you time and money

Proven Quality - for guaranteed performance
Ease of Use - for fast, accurate installation

Quality you can trust

Because we are a customer focused company, Expamet is also at the forefront of new product development. Our track
record of innovation includes quality too. We led the industry in achieving BS EN ISO 9002, and we were the first in our
sector to be awarded BS EN ISO 14001 - the new Environmental Quality Standard. Where relevant Expamet products also
meet or exceed current Building Regulations and have BBA and NHBC approval. Key products in our BAT Structural Fixings
range also have BM TRADA Certification Q Mark.

CERTIFICATE No. 89/2292

FM 36694 EMS 45225

Extensive Product Range

Every Expamet product group has its own brochure, with full installation and product selection advice - use our Website
Download facility to obtain a copy.

www.expamet.co.uk
Technical Support
Do you need assistance?
Free advice on the complete Expamet product range is available from our dedicated support team.
Our technical staff have a wealth of construction and engineering experience to help you solve the problems that
arise in design and construction.
Contact the Expamet Technical Department direct on:
Telephone: 01429 866655 Fax: 01429 851873 Email: technical@expamet.net

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Have you had a great product idea?
Contact the Technical Department (details above) for a confidential discussion on commecial potential,
manufacture and distribution.

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specifications, etc. without notice. Stock material may be collected from company depots for
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COSHH We are not aware of any risk to the person arising from chemicals or other substances
present on or in our products.
However, there exists the possibility of superficial injury from edges of relatively thin gauge
metals but this is obvious and arises largely from careless handling. It is akin to the risk from
timber splinters or any sharp corner.
Quality Assurance BS EN ISO 9002:1994 and ISO 14001
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Expamet International Limited

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FM 36694 EMS 45225

Expamet Building Products is a subsidiary of The Expanded Metal Company Limited.