How to Make Placo Formwork for Interior Decoration: Step-by-Step Guide

Step 1: Design Your Formwork

Before installing anything, plan your project carefully:

• Mark exact measurements on walls and ceilings.

• Decide if the Placo will be used for a full wall, false ceiling, or built-in furniture.

• Draw a schematic of the structure to avoid mistakes during installation.

💡 Decorative tip: Use light colors on Placo walls and ceilings to make spaces look brighter and more spacious.

Step 2: Install the Metal Framing

The metal framing is the base of your formwork:

1. Fix horizontal tracks to the floor and ceiling.

2. Insert vertical studs, keeping recommended spacing (usually 60 cm).

3. Always check verticality with a level.

💡 Decorative tip: You can create niches or shelves in the framing, leaving strategic gaps for decoration.

Step 3: Attach the Placo Panels

• Place the panels on the metal frame, ensuring they are properly aligned.

• Screw in with drywall screws, avoiding damage to the surface.

• Leave a small gap between panels for tape and joint compound.

💡 Decorative tip: For a more elegant finish, round corners using Placo moldings and reinforcement tape.

Step 4: Finishing and Decoration

• Apply joint tape and compound to all seams.

• Sand smoothly when the compound dries.

• Paint or apply decorative wallpaper according to your room style.

💡 Decorative tip: A matte finish on Placo highlights wall texture and allows creative lighting effects.

Professional Tips

1. Do not overload Placo: it supports moderate weight; reinforce for heavy shelves.

2. Recessed lighting: increases the decorative value of the space.

3. Customize your design: combine straight lines with curves for a modern effect.