Remodeling: Drywall

No Regrets: Pre-Drywall Inspection

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 02:31:09 EST

Meeting with clients to review the position of switches, outlets, and other items before drywall is installed.

Wire Verification Before Drywall Is Installed

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 02:30:51 EST

A pre-drywall inspection confirms the location of switches and outlets on the project.

Off the Wall: CertainTeed Diamondback GlasRock Tile Backer for Floors and Countertops

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 02:27:04 EST

Trusted behind many tile walls, Diamondback GlasRock Tile Backer can now be used beneath tile floors and countertops.

Sound Off: Liquid Nails Acoustical Sound Sealant

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 02:15:20 EST

Apply a sound-deadening element to wall systems with acoustical sound sealant.

Two New Finishing Solutions: Trim-Tex Offers New Corner Bead and Caulk Channel Tear Away

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 02:15:02 EST

These drywall finishing accessories promise smooth finishes and crisp transitions.

Burn Notice: LP FlameBlock Fire-Rated OSB

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 02:14:58 EST

Meet code in row houses, multifamily dwellings, and other buildings using FlameBlock fire-rated OSB for structural strength and fire protection in one.

Core Competence: American Gypsum LightRoc Lightweight Gypsum Wallboard

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 12:38:20 EST

The lighter weight 1/2-inch panels are tapered at the edges for a smooth finish with joint compound at the seams.

Lighten Up: CertainTeed Easi-Lite 1/2-inch Gypsum Board

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 12:38:18 EST

Up to 30% lighter than standard drywall, the panels feature a sag-resistant core and recycled paper facing.

Tough Stuff: Improved ToughRock Gypsum

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 12:38:15 EST

Weighing 25% less than standard drywall, improved ToughRock gypsum also offers greater flexural strength and better sag resistance.

Firing Line: USG SheetRock UltraLight Firecode X

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 12:38:13 EST

Adding to its line of lightweight drywall, the maker introduces a fire-rated gypsum that weighs 15% less than other type X boards.

An Uplifting Solution: X-Crack for Truss Uplift

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 12:09:38 EST

A specialized component between the framing and the drywall helps prevent ceiling cracks by eliminating transfer of movement between trusses and drywall.

Abating Chinese Drywall

Thu, 7 Feb 2013 11:47:34 EST

The National Association of Home Builders and the Consumer Product Safety Commission have opposing views about dealing with wiring contaminated by the drywall.

Wheeling and Dealing: Online Marketplace for Construction Materials Connects Buyers and Sellers

Thu, 7 Feb 2013 11:40:45 EST

BidForMaterials.com offers a place for material buyers and sellers to meet.

Template Drywall Repair Tool

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 02:13:08 EST

Flexible plastic templates feature random knock-down designs that let users replicate knock-down textures to the rest of the wall after a drywall repair.

Georgia Pacific DensArmor Plus High-Performance Interior Panel

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 01:39:07 EST

DensArmor Plus High-Performance Interior Panels are designed to replace paper-faced gypsum board for building interiors.

Temple-Inland GreenGlass Tile Backer

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 01:39:06 EST

Offering moisture and mold protection essential for damp and humid spaces, GreenGlass tile backer is fiberglass-faced on both sides for a stable and durable substrate.

CertainTeed AirRenew Gypsum Board

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 01:39:06 EST

Specialized technology gives Air Renew gypsum board the unique ability to capture VOCs in the air and convert them to inert compounds that remain within the wallboard.

USG Sheetrock UltraLight Panels

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 01:39:05 EST

Up to 30% lighter than traditional gypsum wallboard panels, Sheetrock UltraLight Panels can help offer easier installation with less fatigue for drywallers.

Tax Relief for Consumers Experiencing Chinese Drywall Damage

Thu, 7 Feb 2013 11:22:17 EST

The IRS releases guidelines on tax relief for homeowners suffering property losses due to the effects of certain imported drywall.

Remodeling On the Road: Trim-Tex

Thu, 7 Feb 2013 11:10:28 EST

Remodeling products editor Lauren Hunter stopped by drywall accessories manufacturer Trim-Tex and got a whole new perspective on what drywall can do.