Nothing can transform your space, be it residential or commercial, more than magnesium oxide boards. These fire-resistant boards boast an extensive history of giving walls, roofs and ceilings modern looks and there is no reason for you to be left out.
As you undertake your next interior designing or construction project, consider shifting to MgO boards.
What is MGO Board?
MGO boards, the sleek building panels featuring heavily in modern homes and offices are multi-layered boards made from MgO and other reinforcing additives.
The high presence of magnesium oxide in their makeup makes them immune to high temperatures and flames hence you can deploy them in fire-prone areas.
They are compatible with different surfaces since they come in different densities and finishes.
Precautions When Installing MGO Board on Different Surfaces
When handling any construction materials or projects, you are advised to always proceed with caution.
Handling and installing magnesium oxide boards is not different. To keep your boards in top-notch condition before, during and after installation, you must be very cautious. The recommended precautions include.
· Observe Your MgO board’s Manufacturer Guidelines
Who is more adept at installing your MgO boards other than the manufacturer? As such, begin by keenly going through the installation guidelines outlined by your manufacturer and if in doubt contact their customer support team for clarification.
· Handle Your MgO Boards with Great Care
From the moment you procure your MgO boards, make certain they are carefully handled. Any form of mishandling during transportation or installation could lead to cracking, thus rendering your boards or parts of them useless. During transportation, you are advised to keep the upright. You are also advised to put on your protective gear, especially gloves during handling to avert injuring your hands.
· Procure Compatible Fasteners
Picking the wrong type or size of fasteners is like trying to fit a round peg into a square peg. As you buy the required installation materials, make certain you select the right type and size of screws or nails. Also, ensure that your chosen fasteners are corrosion resistant.
· Store Your Boards in Moisture-Free Conditions
As you store your MGO boards waiting for them to acclimatize, make certain they are free from moisture or water. Exposing them to humid conditions can distort their form thus making them harder to install.
Installing MGO Floorboards
Ever come across an MGO boards floor at a friend’s residence or at shopping center and wanted to have a replica of that at your place?
Well, you are not alone. MGO flooring boards are quite the trend, and you can install them by yourself with the help of a technician in the following simple steps.
At Remica, we have high quality MGO flooring boards.
Step 1: Arm Yourself with all the Necessary Materials
Having procured your MGO boards for flooring, proceed to assembling other materials that will make your installation seamless and convenient.
On your checklist make certain you have sufficient fasteners, safety gear, adhesives and sealants. Other tools or materials that may come in handy include;
- Circular saw.
- Utility knife.
- Drill or hammer.
- Joint tape.
- Spirit level
Step 2: Ready Your Floor Surface for Installation
Now that you have all the installation resources ready, rigorously clean the section of your floor that will act as your installation site. Remove any obstacles such as debris that may leave your floor surface unbalanced.
Additionally, if you use water, let the cleaned surface dry properly before commencing installation. If your floor is generally humid, make certain you apply a moisture barrier before positioning your MgO boards.
Step 3: Let Your MgO Boards Get Accustomed to Their Surrounding
For two days prior to your installation, preserve your magnesium oxide boards in rooms or storage facilities exposed to environmental conditions similar to their expected working conditions. This helps prevent extreme expansion or contraction after installation.
For instance, if you intend to install them in your kitchen floor where the room temperature is typically 15 degrees, store them in a room with a similar room temperature. The same applies for the humidity levels.
Step 4: Determine Your Joist Layout
You can either use wooden or metallic joists but you must place and space your joists carefully and evenly to ensure even MOG board flooring. To help you decide the type of joists you need, factor in the weight of your boards as well as the weather elements in your designated setting. Also, adhere to the recommended joist spacing of approximately 16-24 inches.
Step 5: Tighten Your Joists
After spacing your joists as per the installation recommendations, proceed to secure them onto the designated sections on your surface. Use a leveling measure to ensure all your joists are secured at a uniform level. This will ensure that your MgO boards are evenly installed. To ensure that your base is well-founded, utilize cross-bracing between your primary joints.
Step 6: Size Your MGO Flooring Boards
With your joists tightly secured, proceed to cut your respective magnesium oxide boards into small parts that fit perfectly with your floor, ceiling, or wall spacing. Use a sharp cutting tool to ensure your edges are smooth and accurate. This will allow for a seamless MGO board installation process.
Step 7: Secure Your MGO Boards
Now that you have cut your boards into smaller parts, position these parts on the designated parts following the arrangement and placement of your joists. Proceed to fasten the MGO boards using compatible screws and make certain you space your screws approximately 8-12 inches apart. Using a drill will ensure that your boards are well screwed and thus securely fixed onto your floor.
Step 8: Check the Evenness of Your MGO Boards
You do not want your installed magnesium oxide boards to have noticeable ups and downs. This is not only an eyesore but it can also be a safety hazard. Therefore, take your level measure and inspect the evenness of your installed MGO boards. If you detect some level of unevenness, adjust accordingly.
Step 9: Add Your Decorative Layer
Complete your installation process by applying a decorative layer if you so desire. For instance, if you have installed your MGO boards on your kitchen floor, you may add a decorative tiles layer to improve the aesthetic value of your floor. This additional layer can also be added as a layer of protection for your magnesium oxide boards.
MGO Wood Board Installation on Roofs
If you are looking for an eye-catching yet highly dependable roof for your structure, you might want to give MgO materialsa try. However, installing MgO roofing boards is not as easy as it sounds.
However, with the following instructions, installation should not give you any headaches. Simply follow the instructions outlined beneath:
Step 1: Assemble the Necessary Materials and Tools
The tools needed to install MGO roofing boards are quite like the ones you use when installing MGO flooring boards. However, you must ensure that you procure magnesium oxide boards specialized for roofing. Also, ensure you have the right number of boards to avert running out of material midway.
Step 2: Acclimate Your Roofing MGO Boards
It is important for your magnesium oxide boards to get used to the conditions they will exist in. As such, try to replicate those conditions and preserve your boards for at least 48 days. This will ensure that during and after installation, they retain their dimensions and integrity irrespective of the changes in temperature and humidity levels.
Step 3: Measure and Cut Your MGO Roofing Boards
Determine the precise area of your roof you want covered by the MgO boards then proceed to a board size of similar proportion. Mark your boards and the respective layout on the respective roof surface then proceed to cut the MGO boards carefully. Make certain the cut is straight to ensure your boards fit in perfectly.
Step 4: Position and Secure Your MgO Boards
Following the markings you have made on your roofing surface, lay your respective MgO boards carefully and accurately. Begin by installing boards from one edge and pay close attention to their evenness.
Once you are certain that your board is accurately and uniformly placed, secure it by screwing it down. Alternatively, you can use a recommended adhesive to secure your boards. When fastening them using screws, make sure the screws are well-spaced to avoid cracking the boards.
Step 5: Final Checks and Finishing Touches
After covering your designated roofing surface with magnesium oxide boards, double-check the evenness and state of your installation. Are there deformities in the boards or are the boards uneven? If yes, proceed to adjust them as needed.
After ascertaining that your boards are well installed, feel free to initiate any finishing touches you may have up your sleeve. For instance, you can add a protective layer to avert discoloring due to UV exposure.
Installing Magnesium Boards on Wall Interiors
Magnesium oxide boards are becoming a common feature in commercial and residential spaces as designers and homeowners seek an eco-friendly solution that is functional and eye-catching. Installing these boards on walls, however, demands a degree of expertise and care.
At Remica, we have many MGO walling boards. In this section, we will take you through magnesium oxide board installation on wall interiors.
Step 1: Amass all the Tools and Materials You Will Need
Just like you would do when installing magnesium boards on floors or roofs, begin by procuring and assembling all the necessary installation materials. These tools and materials are more or less the same. However, make certain you procure MGO boards specialized for wall interiors. Check on their thickness and type of finish.
Step 2: Ready Your Wall Surface
Proceed to prepare the wall surface you intend to install your MgO boards. First, clean the surface thoroughly to ensure that debris which may act as an obstruction during installation is dislodged. Subsequently, install your supporting studs and make certain they are uniformly and accurately positioned and spaced. Note that the recommended spacing ranges from 16 to 24 inches.
Step 3: Cut Your MGO Wall Boards
Now, put on your safety gear and get to work. Begin by cutting your boards into smaller sizes. First, measure the boards and make your markings using a pencil. For precise cutting, you will need a circular saw with a carbide-tipped blade. Undertaking this step without putting on the recommended safety gear will expose you to magnesium oxide dust, which can adversely affect your health.
Step 4: Position the MGO Boards Against Your Wall Surface
Pick a corner to start from and position your cut MgO boards one by one. Position these boards in accordance with the positioning of your supportive studs. For each board, ensure it aligns perfectly with the stud behind it. Furthermore, ensure it is evenly placed before moving to the next MgO board. You can use your spirit level to determine evenness.
Step 5: Fasten Your Wall MgO Boards
After you have accurately positioned your magnesium oxide boards on your wall’s supportive studs, begin tightening them one by one. If you are screwing them to the studs, begin by drilling pilot holes on them. Using a hand drill, proceed to secure your boards using rust-resistant screws. Avoid having your screws too close or too far apart. Make certain they are approximately 12 inches apart.
Step 6: Seal Your Joints
After installation, you will realize that there are small gaps between your adjacent MgO wall boards. Apply joint tape to seal these gaps thus making your MgO wall flat and uniform. Proceed to seal the resulting screw holes with your joint compound. Smoothen this compound using a knife or other thin flat surface. Once the compound is dry, smoothen it even further using sandpaper.
Step 7: Finishing Touches
This step is optional, but it is essential since it allows you to give your MgO walls a personal touch. For instance, you can install wallpaper with your firm’s logo or brand colors thus turning it into a marketing resource. Alternatively, you can paint the MgO wall with your favorite color hence increasing its visual appeal.
FAQs
1. How Much Does MGO Board Installation Cost?
When installing MGO boards on a small area and you are confident in your installation expertise, you can save on labor costs. However, you will still incur relatively small material costs. When installing MgO boards on larger areas you may require the services of an experienced board installer. These costs may range from $3 to $10 per square foot.
2. What is the MGO Board Made of?
MGO boards are named after the primary component they are made from and this is magnesium oxide. Their makeup also includes magnesium chloride gives them impeccable moisture resistance and fiberglass, which makes them strong. Specialized magnesium oxide boards boast additives, which include flame retardants and mold-resistant agents, which qualify their use in hazardous environments like kitchens.
3. What are the Advantages of MGO Boards?
The recent universal adoption of magnesium boards as flooring, roofing, and ceiling materials among others best describes their multitude of rewards. These rewards include;
- Added resistance against high temperatures and flames meaning you can use them in fire-prone settings.
- They are 30% lighter than typical cement boards making them easier to transport, handle and install.
- They boast soundproofing properties meaning you can use them in commercial spaces that necessitate reduced noise.
- Their moisture resistance not only protects them from mold and mildew but also ensures they last longer.
4. How do you cut the MGO Board?
To achieve a clean and accurate cut, you will need a carbide-tipped circular saw. This specialized cutting tool works well with thick and thin magnesium oxide boards. However, if you are cutting thin boards, you can use a regular hand saw. However, you must be wary that this method will be relatively slower.
5. What are the Disadvantages of MGO Boards?
Magnesium oxide boards, despite their multitude of benefits, come with their share of flaws. For starters, they are comparatively costlier compared to traditional construction boards. However, their durability offsets this flaw. Secondly, they get deformed when exposed to large volumes of water or other solvents despite being rated as moisture-resistant.
Conclusion
It is time you stopped postponing the transitioning of your wall interior, roof, or floor from customary or basic to modern and elegant. Simply shift to magnesium oxide boards now that they are readily accessible and relatively affordable. Furthermore, installing them is no longer a hassle thanks to their simplified installation process and the availability of skilled installers.
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