Project Information
Location:
Melrose Park, SA
Scope:
Garage conversion
Issues Addressed:
Empty garage is now a new living space
Project Brief
Melrose Park Garage Conversion
At RAEC Plasterboards, we're committed to reviving homes, one repair at a time. This Melrose Park project involved transforming an unused garage into a warm, modern living space with architectural detailing, premium materials, and a Level 4 finish. The goal was to integrate the new room seamlessly with the existing home, and the results speak for themselves.
Products Used
- R5 Ceiling Insulation: Provides improved temperature regulation, better energy efficiency, and enhanced noise reduction for year-round comfort.
- 10mm Supaceil Plasterboard: Used for ceiling installation, fixed with stud adhesive and 32mm coarse-thread plasterboard screws for a strong, stable ceiling with reduced movement and long-term durability.
- FibaFuse Tape: Used on all wall joins for long-term crack resistance.
- 13mm PlasterboardApplied to walls across mixed substrates (timber stud framing and direct-stick areas on masonry) for strong, solid walls with smooth, even finishes and increased acoustic mass.
- Shadow Line Trim: Installed around timber beam penetrations for clean architectural definition.
- Levelline Corner Tape: Applied throughout for sharp, modern edges and crack-resistant square set corners.
Workflow
1. Thermal & Acoustic Upgrade
- Installed R5 ceiling insulation to make the space comfortable for year-round use.
2. Ceiling Installation
- Fully sheeted the ceiling using 10mm Supaceil plasterboard, fixed with stud adhesive and 32mm coarse-thread plasterboard screws.
- Backed, taped, and finished all joints to a Level 4 standard in line with AWCI guidelines.
3. Feature Timber Beam Detailing
- Retained exposed timber beams as a design feature rather than concealing them.
- Installed shadow line trim around each beam penetration, creating clean architectural definition and a striking contrast between timber and plasterboard.
4. Wall Sheeting
- Sheeted the entire room using 13mm plasterboard over mixed substrates (timber stud framing and masonry direct-stick areas).
- Backed and finished all joins with FibaFuse tape for long-term crack resistance.
5. Column Boxing
- Boxed two columns up to the ceiling, creating straight, uniform surfaces with improved proportions and a polished, integrated appearance.
6. Square Set Finish
- Completed the room using a square set finish with Levelline corner tape, delivering sharp, modern edges, strong crack-resistant corners, and a minimalist architectural aesthetic that pairs beautifully with the shadow line beam detailing.
7. Final Cleanup
- Sanded all surfaces to a smooth finish and thoroughly cleaned the work area.
Conclusion
What began as a cold, empty garage is now a modern, insulated, beautifully finished living space—warm, quiet, functional, and built to last. This project exemplifies our commitment to quality craftsmanship and attention to architectural detail.
Thinking of Converting Your Garage? RAEC Plasterboards specialises in high-end interior transformations across Adelaide. If you’re planning a conversion, renovation, or architectural feature build, please visit our website or contact us directly to bring your vision to life.