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When you want walls and ceilings that look seamless, last longer, and are ready for a premium paint finish, two steps matter most. First, GIB® fixing to install the plasterboard correctly. Second, GIB® stopping to finish the joints, corners, and fasteners to a smooth, even surface. Treat them as one integrated process and you get a straighter result, fewer defects, and a faster path to painting.
At Pro Fixing®, we combine skilled fixing with meticulous stopping so your project is finished right the first time. Here is why pairing both services delivers the best outcome.
GIB® fixing is the foundation. Boards must be measured, cut if required, and secured with the correct spacing, fasteners, and adhesives so they sit flat and true. Clean edges, proper backing at openings, and accurate screw placement all reduce the risk of movement, popped fasteners, or visible lines later.
GIB® stopping takes that solid groundwork and turns it into a paint-ready canvas. Joints are taped, compounds are applied in successive coats, corners are reinforced, and the surface is sanded to the level of finish the room requires. When fixing and stopping are planned together, the stopper works with consistent joints, straight lines, and sound substrates, which makes the finishing faster and the result more consistent.
If you are planning a project in Auckland, learn more about our GIB® Fixing service in Auckland and how we prepare every space for a flawless finish. For the finishing stage, our GIB® Stopping team in Auckland delivers the smooth, even surface your paint or wallpaper deserves.
1) Fewer defects and call-backs
Many issues that show up after painting start at the installation stage. Boards that are misaligned, over-screwed, or poorly backed create stress points that telegraph through the surface. When Pro Fixing® handles both stages, the same supervisor is responsible for alignment, joint layout, and finishing standards across the job. That joined-up approach lowers the risk of cracking, ridging, or visible fasteners.
2) Faster programme, cleaner handovers
Separate crews introduce gaps in communication and scheduling. A single team can sequence rooms, manage drying times, and keep momentum without lost days between trades. It means you get a predictable schedule from the first board fixed to the last sanding pass, and you are ready for paint sooner.
3) Consistent finish levels
Not every room needs the same level of finish. Features like raked light, glossy paint, or tall ceilings demand more refined stopping. By planning the fixing pattern and the stopping approach together, we give you the right finish level for each space, without overdoing it where it is not needed.
4) Better paint results
Paint highlights everything. A surface that has been fixed true and stopped correctly will look sharper and wear better. Our painters love stepping into rooms finished by our own fixers and stoppers because the preparation is already done right. If you want the complete finish, explore our Painting Contractors in Auckland.
We begin with layout. Stud spacing, board orientation, control joints, and backing at openings are confirmed to suit the space. Wet areas are assessed for lining choice and sequencing with waterproofing.
Boards are cut clean, edges are supported, fixings are correctly spaced, and adhesives are used where appropriate. We aim for straight joints and tight fit-ups so the stopping stage is efficient and consistent.
Joints are taped and coated in stages. Internal and external corners are reinforced. Screw heads are covered correctly. Finally, we sand to a uniform plane, ready for priming and topcoats. For surfaces that need a broader refresh, our Interior Plastering team can skim entire areas for a uniform texture.
Raked-light inspections and touch checks help us catch minor highs and lows early. The aim is a surface that looks straight from every angle, not just under even light.
Hallways and feature walls
Long sight lines and side light show everything. Combined fixing and stopping keeps joints straight and surfaces true so those lines stay crisp.
Kitchens and bathrooms
Moisture, movement, and penetrations need careful detailing. If your project includes waterproofed zones, our stopping plan works around membranes and trims. Talk to us if you need assistance with Waterproofing in Auckland.
High ceilings and raking light
Tall spaces and large windows put the surface under scrutiny. Coordinated fixing patterns and higher-level stopping ensure a refined result.
Homeowners often ask whether it is worth splitting, fixing and stopping between different contractors. You can do it, but you inherit more risk when it comes to coordination. Tolerances change, expectations differ, and if a line shows through paint, it becomes a debate about where the problem began. One specialist team that owns both stages removes the grey area, speeds up the programme, and gives you a single point of accountability.
If you prefer a complete finishing package, our team can carry your project through to paint, trims, and touch-ups. That means fewer moving parts and a cleaner handover.
Superior results come from treating GIB® fixing and stopping as one continuous process. When the board is fixed right, the stopping is faster and cleaner. When the stopping is done to the correct level, the paint looks sharper and lasts longer. That is the standard we deliver every day at Pro Fixing.
Tell us about your project and we will recommend the right sequence, finish level, and programme for your space. Start with GIB® Fixing, add GIB® Stopping, and let our Painters complete the look. If your project needs a broader skim or new texture, our Interior Plastering specialists in Auckland are ready to help.
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We have a large team of 86 highly qualified GIB® Fixers, Stoppers & Painters in Auckland, Wellington, Hamilton with more than 10 years experience. We are prepared for all jobs from residential to large scale commercial sites…Read More
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