Yet another question about basement walls

[fulingbusen]

Glue drywall if you don't want to plaster.

Do plasterboards breathe? Can you wallpaper on the plasterboards if you glue them directly to the basement wall?

And if you use plaster, can you wallpaper on that?

 

[Fixar_Krille]

Plaster works similarly to render in terms of moisture movement. Yes, of course, it is possible to wallpaper on plaster.

 

[fulingbusen]

What is the reason why many say that you need to set spacers/metal studs to get an air gap between the inner wall and the outer wall?

It feels like I've missed something.
I hope I'm not cluttering up the thread too much!

 

[gaia]

Use gypsum plaster type Gypsum, they can be used as filler and are easy to smooth out.

if you ask gypsum plaster manufacturers, they do not recommend it on basement walls where some moisture migration may occur
gaia

 

[gaia]

First, check if you have a basement that lets through a lot of moisture. You can do this by taping age-resistant plastic to the wall or floor. Tape around the entire plastic so it stays tight. Then check if condensation occurs inside the plastic.

very good tip! Naked untreated basement walls that look dry can surprise many a renovator! Seemingly dry and problems only arise when sealed with the wrong paint, insulation, drywall, etc.
gaia

 

[Bonan]

very good tips! Naked untreated basement walls that look dry can surprise a renovator! Seemingly dry and problems only arise when you seal with the wrong paint, insulation, plasterboard, etc.
gaia

Hello.

Glad you liked the tip. The important thing is to make sure that the plastic you use is a dense plastic that traps any moisture that might occur. I have used this method a few times and it has worked very well.

 

[fulingbusen]

So you could use plasterboard directly on the basement wall if you first do this test and no condensation occurs at all after 2-3 weeks? Otherwise, you need to have a ventilated construction.