Moisture Resistant Plasterboard Ceiling

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Moisture resistant plasterboard ceiling. Fire resistant drywall is thicker and denser than standard drywall. Gyproc moisture resistant gypsum plasterboard with moisture resistant additives in the core and special green lining paper for easy recognition. Areas prone to moisture and humidity are ideal for moisture resistant. This drywall features a paperless backing and special coating to help prevent the build up of mold in moist or humid areas.

It can be used with all wall and ceiling applications and is ideally suited where enhanced moisture and mold resistance is desired. The key to minimizing mold growth is controlling moisture. Backer board is also moisture resistant and ideal for use in bathrooms and kitchens like behind sinks. One of the common features of moisture resistant waterproof plasterboard is that it contains additives sheathed within the core of the board that repel.

Purple drywall offers the same advantages as regular drywall but with superior moisture and mold resistant characteristics. Conventional drywall is commonly used for ceilings in non shower tub areas of bathrooms although some builders prefer to use moisture resistant drywall a k a. Moisture exposure can occur during all phases of the construction process and through the building life cycle from roof wall and pipe leaks gross water penetration of the façade vapor diffusion and condensation and capillary rise. Mold resistant drywall is made with a special coating that helps to prevent mold and moisture buildup.

It is available in 10mm and 13mm thicknesses for residential and commercial applications. Gyprock aquachek is a moisture resistant wall and ceiling plasterboard designed as the perfect lining for wet areas. They are suitable for installation on ceilings in the same environments where they can be used for wall construction and in their fire resistant core variations for floor ceiling assemblies where type c or type x gypsum. Waterproof plasterboard is designed for fitting into areas of high moisture and humidity such as kitchens or bathrooms this moisture resistant plasterboard will cope with intermittent or frequent exposure to water in the areas it surrounds.

If it is going to be in contact with water this is the one to use. Moisture resistant drywall is similar to standard drywall but has face paper that s treated for extra resistance to mold and moisture. Interior ceilings mold moisture resistant gypsum panels provide enhanced mold and moisture resistance to interior ceiling applications compared to standard gypsum wallboard. Enhanced plasterboard with water repellent additives in the core.