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Sheetrock® Brand Gypsum Base Imperial®
3/8 in. (9.5 mm) rigid gypsum base for veneer plaster systems
Key Documents & Design Files
Overview
Main Features
- 3/8 in. (9.5 mm) rigid gypsum base for veneer plaster systems
- Feature a noncombustible gypsum core encased in a distinctive, 100% recycled blue face paper that controls water absorption, provides a strong plaster bond and resists plaster slide or slip under the trowel
- Comply with ASTM C1396, Standard Specification for Gypsum Board, for 3/8 in. (9.5 mm) and gypsum base for veneer plaster
- Underwriters Laboratories Inc. (UL) Classification as to surface-burning characteristics and noncombustibility
- Achieved GREENGUARD Gold Certification and qualifies as a low VOC emitting material (meets CA 01350)
Applications
- Multi-Family Residential and Condos
- Single-Family Residential
Specifications
Performance
- Mold & Mildew Resistance No
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Fire Resistance
- Fire Rating Regular
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ASTM E84
- Flame Spread 15
- Smoke Developed 0
- Fire Rating Regular
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ASTM Type
ASTM C1396; ASTM C473; ASTM E136; ASTM E84
- Flame Spread 15
- Smoke Developed 0
- Fire Rating Regular
Sustainability
- GREENGUARD Certification Yes
Physical Data
- Thickness (in.) 3/8
- Edge Tapered Edge
- Panel Size 48 in. x 8-12 ft.
- Nominal Weight 1.4 lb./sq. ft.
Installation
Installation Guide PDF 55.9 KB
Documents & Files
Data/Submittal Sheets & Specifications
| Data/Submittal Sheet (English) | PDF 605.0 KB |
Catalogs & Brochures
| System Catalog (English) | PDF 20.5 MB |
Project Profiles
| Project Profiles (English) | PDF 148.2 KB |
Installation & Technical Manuals
| Technical Guide (English) | PDF 115.3 KB |
| Installation Guide (English) | PDF 55.9 KB |
SDS, Certifications & Reports
| SDS (English) | PDF 156.5 KB |
| SDS (Spanish) | PDF 186.5 KB |
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