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TYPES OF BOARD

Regular Gypsum Wallboard
    With tapered edge permits smooth joint treatment; surface takes any decoration.  Basic recommendations: 1/2" board for single layer; 3/8" board for 2-layer; 1/4" board is regular gypsum wallboard used in remodeling and for sound control in double layer applications.  This board is also available in 54" widths.


Firecode Wallboard
    is manufactured with a type X core to achieve fire resistance ratings when used in recommended systems.
It is available in 1/2", 5/8", 3/4", and 1" Shaftwall liner.

 

Moisture Resistant Board
    is a wallboard especially processed for use as a base for ceramic and other non-absorbent wall tiles in bath and shower areas.  The board has tapered edges so joints above the area to be tiled can be treated in the usual manner.  Facing paper is colored light green.

 

Gypsum Sheathing
    is used as an underlayment on exterior walls.  Finish materials are applied with fasteners through sheathing into studs or furring strips.

 

Exterior Ceiling Board
    is designed to provide, in a gypsum ceiling panel, the extra resistance to moisture and sagging required to meet protected outdoor conditions.

 

1" Shaftliner
    is used as a component in the shaftwall system, in area separation walls and in solid separation walls and in solid gypsum partitions.  The product has moisture resistant green paper on both faces.

 

1/4" High Flex Wallboard
    is specifically designed for radius construction such as curved walls, archways and stairways.  It can be used for both concave and convex surfaces.  1/4" High Flex is typically applied in double layers.

 

1/2" High Strength Ceiling Board
    is designed to resist sagging equal to 5/8" gypsum wallboard.  Installed perpendicular to framing, span can be up to 24" o.c.  Can be decorated with spray textures and will support insulation.

 

Plaster Board
    is designed as the substrate for interior plaster finish.  It is available in 3/8", 1/2", and 5/8" Fire Code.

 

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Last modified: November 19, 2003