Integrated Plastering & Fire Compliance Services

Complete Plastering Group, based in Beresfield, NSW, provides commercial plastering and fire rating services across Newcastle, NSW, for builders, shop fitters, developers, and project managers who require precision, compliance, and reliability on active construction sites. With more than 40 years of industry experience and operating since 2010 under the direction of founder Don Mackay, our team understands what is required to deliver plastering works that meet both visual standards and strict building code requirements in commercial environments.

Commercial plastering is not simply about lining walls and ceilings. It involves careful planning, coordination with multiple trades, and a clear understanding of how plasterboard systems interact with structural elements, services, and fire compliance requirements. Our team approaches every project with a strong focus on quality workmanship, practical site coordination, and accurate installation methods that support the overall success of the build.

Professional Plasterboard Installation for Commercial Walls & Ceilings

Plasterboard installation forms the base of most commercial interior spaces. We install plasterboard for walls, ceilings, bulkheads, partitions, and feature layouts in offices, retail shops, medical spaces, and large commercial developments.

Correct installation is critical to ensure surfaces remain straight, secure, and durable over time. Our team measures, cuts, and installs plasterboard with attention to framing alignment, fixing patterns, and structural support so that the finished result is ready for flushing and painting without complications.

We also work to construction schedules, ensuring our work is completed in a logical sequence that allows other trades to continue without delay.

Fire Rating Systems That Meet Compliance Standards

Fire rating is an essential requirement in many commercial buildings and must be completed in accordance with the National Construction Code and tested system designs. Complete Plastering Group installs fire-rated wall and ceiling systems that achieve the specified fire resistance level for each project.

Fire-rated plasterboard systems are commonly required for:

  • Tenancy separation walls
  • Corridor and boundary walls
  • Service risers and shafts
  • Fire-rated ceilings
  • Internal commercial partition walls

These systems are not simply thicker plasterboard. They require specific board types, fixing methods, joint treatments, insulation materials, and construction techniques that must be installed exactly to manufacturer and compliance guidelines. Our experience ensures that these systems are built correctly and pass inspections without issue.

Accurate Flushing, Jointing & Surface Preparation

The finishing stage of plastering plays a major role in how the final space looks once painted. We provide professional flushing, jointing, and surface preparation to create smooth, even finishes across walls and ceilings.

Attention to detail during this process prevents visible joins, screw heads, and surface imperfections. This is especially important in commercial spaces with large wall areas and extensive lighting, where even minor flaws can become noticeable.

Commercial Refurbishments & Alterations

In addition to new builds, we complete plastering and fire rating work for commercial refurbishments and internal layout changes. This often involves removing existing linings, repairing damaged areas, and installing new plasterboard and fire-rated systems to suit updated building requirements.

We take care to match existing finishes where required and ensure that new work integrates seamlessly into the existing structure.

Plastering FAQs

  • Why is fire rating important in commercial plastering?

    Fire-rated systems help slow the spread of fire and smoke, allowing safe evacuation and meeting legal building requirements.

  • Do all commercial walls require fire-rated plasterboard?

    No, only specific walls and ceilings identified in the building plans require a fire rating. We follow the project specifications closely.

  • Can you work on staged commercial projects?

    Yes, we regularly complete plastering in stages to align with construction schedules.

  • What happens if services pass through a fire-rated wall?

    Special methods and materials are used to maintain the fire rating around penetrations.

  • Do you handle both installation and finishing?

    Yes, we complete installation, flushing, jointing, and surface preparation ready for painting.

Contact Complete Plastering Group on 0412 559 508 and talk to our team about your plastering requirements.