Factory Built Housing

Gold Bond® Ceiling Board

For single- or multi-layer drywall construction. The greater thickness provides increased resistance to fire and reduced sound transmission.

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Sag resistant

Test results show overall sag to be equivalent to 5/8" Type X
  • Excellent sag resistance.
  • Greater nail-holding power.
  • Excellent working characteristics, improved score and snap properties reduce the need for rasping.

Gold Bond® Ceiling Board is a specialty gypsum board encased in 100% recycled paper with increased uniformity and integrity of its gypsum core, making its sag resistance equivalent to 5/8" Type X gypsum board.

This 1/2" Ceiling Board is specifically designed for ceilings where framing members are spaced up to 24" o.c. and a water-based texture will be used.

Advantages

  • Excellent sag resistance. Witnessed test results show overall sag on tested assembly to be equivalent to 5/8" Type X gypsum board. Test report available upon request.
  • Eliminates need for two gypsum board sizes on the job. Scrap from ceiling is reduced since this material also can be used on the walls.
  • Greater nail-holding power.
  • Excellent working characteristics, improved score and snap properties reduce the need for rasping.
  • Qualifies as a low-VOC emitting material by meeting California Specification 01350.
  • Achieves UL GREENGUARD Gold Certification for low chemical emissions into indoor air during product usage. For more information, visit:ul.com/gg.

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Product Details

Performance:

Factory Built Housing, Ceiling Board / Panels

Edge(s):

Square, Tapered

Thickness(es):

1/2"

Width(s):

48"

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