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1/2" Standard drywall All panels have a standard gypsum core covered with paper. Panels are 1/2" thick and 4& wide. Stocked lengths are 8’, 8’6”, 9’, 10’, 12’, and 14’. 1/2" Fireguard Drywall All panels have a special core containing gypsum with nylon and glass fibers, covered with paper. The special core provides extra fire-rating and make panels stronger than 1/2" standard. Stocked only in 8’, 10’ and 12’ lengths. 5/8" Fireguard Drywall Same core as 1/2" Fireguard, but 5/8" thick. Panels are 4’ wide, stocked lengths are 8’, 9’, 10’ and 12’ only. 1/2" Ceiling board All panels have a special formulated core and paper for sag resistance. Stocked lengths are 12’ and 14'. 1/2" Moisture Resistant board Specially treated core and covering paper to provide moisture resistance. Stocked in 8’and 10’ only. 5/8" Moisture Resistant board Specially treated core and covering paper to provide moisture resistance. Stocked in 8’ length only. 1/2" Standard 54" Same core as 1/2" standard but 54" wide makes it more convenient for application of 9’ walls. Only stocked in 12’ lengths 5/8" Standard 54” Same core as 1/2" standard but 5/8" thick. 54" make it more convenient for 9’ applications. Stocked in 12’ lengths only. 1/4" Sound Deadening board Special core has sound and fire resistance qualities. Stocked in 8’ only. 1/4" Flex board Has a sound and fire resistance quality. More flexible for curved walls, stairwells, and arches. Stocked in 8’ and 12'. 1/2" Exterior Sheathing Treated Core board Specially treated covering paper. Uses as an exterior cladding for a non-finishing application same core as 1/2" standard. Stocked only in 8’ lengths. 5/8" Exterior Sheathing Treated Core board Specially treated covering paper. Uses as an exterior cladding for a non-finishing application. Same core as 5/8" Fireguard. Stocked in 8’ lengths only. 1/2" Dens-Shield A lightweight specially treated water resistant core. Embedded glass mat on front and back for added strength. A heat cured acrylic coating protects the title installation and wall cavity from moisture intrusion and damage. Available in 4' x 8' ( in stock) or 3' x 5' lengths (Special Order). 5/8" Dens-Shield Same core as 1/2" Dens-Shield. Only sheet are 5/8" wide. Available in a 4' x 8' sheet. |