5 Possible Causes for Cracks in  Gyprock Ceilings

A cracked Gyprock ceiling is unsightly in any home. If you see some similar cracks in your home, here are 5 possible reasons for the cracks:

Q.1: Can house settling lead to cracks?
Ans.: Yes. Though all houses settle down with time some parts may settle before others. This leads to downward movement and consequent cracks between the wall and ceiling.

Q.2. Is poor gyprock installation a reason for cracking?
Ans.: Yes, in fact it is a major reason. Incorrect taping and sanding down of joint compounds on plasterboard seams can make the sheets move and the tape crack. Even too thick an application of the joint compound can lead to cracks as while the first layer may dry, the lower layer needs more time to dry and only ends up cracking.

Q.3.  Is moisture a cause for cracks in Gyprock ceilings?
Ans.: Moisture can crop up on many places in gyprock. In fact, wall studs and plasterboard screws a more prone to moisture accumulation which can lead to rusting and consequent gyprock cracking.

Q.4. How do wall objects cause plasterboard cracks?
Ans.: Hanging too heavy objects on the wall leads to stress and cracks. These cracks are not visible when covered by the object. It is visible only when the object crashes to the ground due to the stress of its weight.

Q.5.: Is it possible to tell if Gyprock cracks are caused by paint?
Ans.:  Yes, it is possible as the crack pattern helps determine its cause. Fine cracks spread over a large part of the wall, and which resemble a crushed egg is caused by the incorrect application of paint.

Now you know how and what leads to gyprock cracks, it is important to tackle the problem within a day or a week. Ignoring the crack in its initial stages only leads to bigger structural problems and additional expenses.

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