EN 15318:2007

Design and application of gypsum blocks

This European Standard defines the rules for the design of gypsum blocks as specified in EN 12859, assembled with adhesives as specified in EN 12860. Accessory products are also defined in this document.  It is applicable to non-loadbearing partition walls and internal insulation of walls in rooms of residential buildings, offices, hospitals, schools etc. and to linings of posts, beams, ducts, shafts etc, that are suitable to receive finishes such as paint and wallpaper without any prior traditional plastering, but having had normal preparation prior to painting.
Certain components requiring special provisions are not covered by this standard and require special consideration.

Planung und Ausführung von Bauteilen aus Gips-Wandbauplatten

Diese Europäische Norm legt Planungs- und Ausführungsregeln für Bauteile fest, die aus Gips-Wandbauplatten nach EN 12859, verbunden mit einem Gipskleber nach EN 12860, hergestellt werden. Die Zubehörteile sind in diesem Dokument ebenfalls beschrieben. Sie gilt für nichttragende Trennwände und Vorsatzschalen in Räumen von Wohngebäuden, Bürogebäuden, Krankenhäusern, Schulen usw. sowie für Ummantelungen von Stützen, Trägern, Abmauerung von Schächten, Leitungen usw. deren Oberflächen ohne vorherigen Putzauftrag, bei Durchführung der üblichen Vorbehandlung für Malerarbeiten, als Untergrund für die direkte Aufnahme von Anstrich oder Tapeten geeignet sind.
Bestimmte Bauteile, für die besondere Vorkehrungen notwendig sind, werden in dieser Norm nicht behandelt  und sind zum Gegenstand besonderer Untersuchungen zu machen.

Conception et exécution des ouvrages en carreaux de plâtre

La présente norme européenne définit les règles de conception des ouvrages réalisés en carreaux de plâtre définis dans l’EN 12859, assemblés au moyen d'un liant-colle définis dans l’EN 12860. Les produits accessoires sont également définis dans le présent document. Cette norme s'applique aux ouvrages de cloison non porteurs et à l’isolation intérieure des murs des pièces à usage d'habitation, des bureaux, des hôpitaux, des écoles, etc. ainsi qu'aux habillages de poteaux, de poutres, de gaines, de conduits, etc., susceptibles de recevoir les finitions telles que peinture ou papier peint sans exécution préalable d'un enduit traditionnel au plâtre, sous réserve des préparations habituelles avant mise en peinture.
Certains ouvrages qui nécessitent des dispositions particulières ne sont pas traités dans la présente norme et doivent faire l'objet d'une étude spécifique.

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General Information

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 09-Oct-2007
• ICS: 91.100.10 - Cement. Gypsum. Lime. Mortar
• Technical Committee: CEN/TC 241 - Gypsum and gypsum based products
• Drafting Committee: CEN/TC 241/WG 4 - Application for dry lining and partitioning using gypsum
• Current Stage: 9060 - Closure of 2 Year Review Enquiry - Review Enquiry
• Start Date: 02-Sep-2018
• Completion Date: 02-Sep-2018
• Directive: 305/2011 - Regulation (eu) No 305/2011 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 9 march 2011 laying down harmonised conditions for the marketing of construction products and repealing council directive 89/106/eec
• Directive: 89/106/EEC - Construction products
• Ref Project: SIST EN 15318:2007 - Design and application of gypsum blocks

Overview

EN 15318:2007 - Design and application of gypsum blocks (CEN) specifies the rules for designing gypsum block constructions (as defined in EN 12859) assembled with gypsum‑based adhesives (EN 12860). The standard covers non‑loadbearing partition walls, internal insulation linings and encasements (posts, beams, ducts, shafts) in buildings such as residential units, offices, hospitals and schools. Accessory products are also defined. Certain specialised components are excluded and require separate consideration.

Key Topics and Technical Requirements

• Scope and terms: Definitions for partitions, backing partitions, ducts, shafts, panels and stiffeners to ensure consistent design language.
• Materials: Requirement to use gypsum blocks per EN 12859 and adhesives per EN 12860; allowance for compatible accessories.
• Structure & function considerations: Guidance on selection based on building type, dimensional accuracy, services, connections and intended functions (thermal, acoustic, fire protection, impact resistance).
• Specific conditions:
  • Damp rooms - use of water‑repellent gypsum blocks where surfaces are exposed to water.
  • Impact exposure - recommendation to use higher‑density blocks in high‑traffic or prone‑impact areas (schools, corridors).
  • Overhanging partitions - special provisions to ensure safe use.
• Performance requirements:
  • Mechanical strength & stability - non‑loadbearing but self‑supporting; design limits and panel sizing rules are provided (including use of stiffeners).
  • Fire behaviour - reaction to fire: gypsum blocks with <1% homogeneous organic content are treated as Euroclass A1; fire resistance values and test requirements reference EN 13501‑2 and EN 1364‑1.
  • Noise protection - sound insulation guidance and Rw / C / Ctr values based on EN ISO 717‑1 and test data.
  • Thermal performance - considerations for thermal resistance and internal insulation.

Practical Applications & Users

Who uses EN 15318:2007:

• Architects and building designers specifying internal partitions and linings
• Structural and fire engineers assessing compliance and selecting fire‑resistant solutions
• Acoustic consultants specifying sound insulation performance
• Manufacturers and suppliers of gypsum blocks and adhesives
• Contractors and installers designing joints, stiffeners and detailing for damp or high‑use areas
• Building control authorities and test laboratories verifying performance

Practical uses:

• Selecting the right gypsum block type and adhesive for partitions, ducts or linings
• Designing panel sizes and stiffener layouts to meet mechanical and safety limits
• Choosing water‑repellent or high‑density blocks for specific environments
• Defining required fire and acoustic tests or accepted classifications for compliance

Related Standards

• EN 12859 - Gypsum blocks: definitions, requirements, test methods
• EN 12860 - Gypsum‑based adhesives for gypsum blocks
• EN 13501‑2 - Fire classification using fire resistance test data
• EN 1364‑1 - Non‑loadbearing fire resistive tests (referenced for fire resistance values)
• EN ISO 717‑1 - Acoustic performance evaluation (sound insulation)

For specification or compliance work, reference EN 15318:2007 alongside EN 12859 and EN 12860 and consult accredited test reports where the standard indicates testing is required.

Standards Content (Sample)

2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.Design and application of gypsum blocksConception et exécution des ouvrages en carreaux de plâtrePlanung und Ausführung von Bauteilen aus Gips-WandbauplattenTa slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 15318:2007SIST EN 15318:2007en91.100.10Cement. Mavec. Apno. MaltaCement. Gypsum. Lime. MortarICS:SLOVENSKI
STANDARDSIST EN 15318:200701-december-2007

EUROPEAN STANDARDNORME EUROPÉENNEEUROPÄISCHE NORMEN 15318October 2007ICS 91.100.10 English VersionDesign and application of gypsum blocksConception et exécution des ouvrages en carreaux deplâtrePlanung und Ausführung von Bauteilen aus Gips-WandbauplattenThis European Standard was approved by CEN on 26 August 2007.CEN members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving this EuropeanStandard the status of a national standard without any alteration. Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references concerning such nationalstandards may be obtained on application to the CEN Management Centre or to any CEN member.This European Standard exists in three official versions (English, French, German). A version in any other language made by translationunder the responsibility of a CEN member into its own language and notified to the CEN Management Centre has the same status as theofficial versions.CEN members are the national standards bodies of Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland,France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal,Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and United Kingdom.EUROPEAN COMMITTEE FOR STANDARDIZATIONCOMITÉ EUROPÉEN DE NORMALISATIONEUROPÄISCHES KOMITEE FÜR NORMUNGManagement Centre: rue de Stassart, 36
B-1050 Brussels© 2007 CENAll rights of exploitation in any form and by any means reservedworldwide for CEN national Members.Ref. No. EN 15318:2007: E

It is applicable to non-loadbearing partition walls and internal insulation of walls in rooms of residential buildings, offices, hospitals, schools etc. and to linings of posts, beams, ducts, shafts etc, that are suitable to receive finishes such as paint and wallpaper without any prior traditional plastering, but having had normal preparation prior to painting. Certain components requiring special provisions are not covered by this standard and require special consideration. 2 Normative references The following referenced documents are indispensable for the application of this document. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For undated references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies EN 12859:2001, Gypsum blocks - Definitions, requirements and test methods EN 12860, Gypsum based adhesives for gypsum blocks - Definitions, requirements and test methods
EN 13501-2, Fire classification of construction products and building elements - Part 2: Classification using data from fire resistance tests, excluding ventilation services

3.4 partition connected at top
partition extending over the whole distance between the floor and the ceiling and connected to the shell construction at the top
3.5 partition free at top partition extending over the whole distance but not connected to the shell construction at the top
3.6 dwarf partition partition extending only over part of the distance between the floor and the ceiling
3.7 single partition partition of thickness equal to that of the gypsum block
3.8 multiple partition partition comprising several single gypsum block partitions separated by a cavity, possibly fitted with insulation
3.9 composite partition single or multiple partition connected to other materials to satisfy specific performance requirements
3.10 free-ended partition
partition with an unconnected vertical edge
3.11 overhanging partition partition at the end of the top floor
3.12 lining (of posts) encasement of any load bearing element
3.13 duct vertical or inclined structure that incorporates shafts and does not convey fluids (air, smoke) directly

3.14 shaft vertical structure that conveys fluids or gases directly
NOTE Shafts made of gypsum blocks are intended to convey only air or smoke 3.15 panel part of partition between stiffeners, between structural elements, between stiffener and structural elements
3.16 stiffener existing or additional structural element contributing to the stability of the gypsum block structure
3.17 additional vertical stiffener vertical reinforcing element connected at its two ends to the structure or to an additional horizontal stiffener
3.18 additional horizontal stiffener horizontal reinforcing element ensuring the load is transferred to the structure
3.19 horizontal stiffener for dwarf partition horizontal reinforcing element connected at its two ends to the structure or to an additional stiffener to ensure the horizontal loads are transferred
3.20 mechanical stress level - HIGH: stresses in non-residential rooms - NORMAL: stresses in residential rooms
4 Design 4.1 General By following the recommendations in this document, the designer can specify partitions suitable for the use for which they are intended. 4.2 Materials
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