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SHEETROCK® Brand Gypsum Sheathing Panels
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Ideal for use in exterior steel- or wood-framed construction.These panels are used in exterior steel or wood framed construction as a backup for siding, brick veneer, and other similar cladding. They are designed for single-family housing, apartments, motels, and light commercial buildings
SHEETROCK Gypsum Sheathing is made with a water-resistant gypsum core encased in specially formulated black water repellent paper on both sides and long edges. Its weather resistance, water repellence, and low applied cost make it suitable for use in exterior curtain wall construction; also a popular choice for wood-framed garden apartments and light commercial buildings.
Available 24” wide, 8’_ length with V-shaped T&G long edges and 48”_ wide, 8’_ and 9’_ lengths with square edges. Thickness: ½”_Regular core and 5/8” FIRECODE core.
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- Building Environments:
- Single-Family Residential,
- Multi-Family Residential/Condos
