USG Sheetrock Brand Firecode X Panels are fire-resistant Type X gypsum panels that feature a noncombustible gypsum core. Long edges of the panels are tapered for easy finishing, allowing joints to be reinforced and concealed with Sheetrock Brand joint treatment systems.

USG provides builders, architects, and project managers with fire-resistant gypsum panels under the Sheetrock® and Fiberock® Brands. These lightweight panels can help projects meet fire code specifications while providing durability and sustainability for interior wall and ceiling applications.

2024年1月24日 · Fire-rated assemblies constructed with gypsum board or drywall are a key component to ensuring life safety and complying with applicable building codes in both residential and commercial construction. The gypsum board used in fire-rated assemblies is usually described as either Type X or Type C.

Fire-rated gypsum board is a form of drywall that helps prevent the spread of flames across a home or business. Gypsum is approximately 21% chemically combined water, which greatly contributes to its effectiveness as a fire-resistive barrier.

2024年8月15日 · While standard drywall is made from a gypsum core covered with paper, fire-rated drywall has glass fibers mixed into the gypsum core to help it resist fire for a longer period. In this article, we explore what fire-rated drywall is, its benefits, when and where to use it, and how it compares to standard drywall.

Sheetrock® Brand Firecode® C Panels (UL Type C) are enhanced proprietary Type X panels that feature a noncombustible gypsum core that is encased in 100% recycled face and back papers that form a high strength composite design. The face paper is folded around the long edges to reinforce and protect the core, and the ends are cut square and even.

Gold Bond® Fire-Shield® Gypsum Board consists of a fire-resistant gypsum core encased in heavy, natural-finish, 100% recycled paper on the face and back sides. The face paper is folded around the long edges to reinforce and protect the core, …

2024年6月10日 · Discover the science behind fire-rated gypsum board assemblies, their crucial role in building safety, and how Type X and Type C drywall achieve fire resistance.

CertainTeed Type X Gypsum Board is specifically engineered for fire-resistive applications, boasting exceptional fire resistance due to its special gypsum core that outperforms standard drywall in heat and flame resistance. Its increased thickness enhances fire protection.

2024年5月8日 · From standard drywall with a 30-minute fire rating to specialized options like Type X gypsum board with ratings up to 1 hour, and Type C gypsum board with ratings up to 4 hours or more, there’s a gypsum board suitable for every level of fire protection requirement.