What is ULIX gypsum board?

What is ULIX gypsum board?

USG Sheetrock® Brand EcoSmart Panels Firecode® X (UL Type ULIX™) are lightweight 5/8 in. (15.9 mm) enhanced proprietary Type X gypsum panels that have been formulated to achieve all of the same strength and performance characteristics as standard 5/8 in.

What is ULIX drywall?

Overview. Sheetrock® Brand UltraLight Panels Firecode® X (UL Type ULIX) are the industry’s first and lightest Type X gypsum panel. These panels have been formulated to achieve all of the strength and performance characteristics as standard 15.9 mm (5/8 in.)

What is EcoSmart Sheetrock?

Sheetrock® Brand EcoSmart Panels Firecode® X (UL Type ULIX™) are lightweight 5/8 in. The panels feature an innovative noncombustible gypsum core that is encased in 100% recycled face and back papers that form a high strength-to-weight ratio composite design.

What is UL Type designation?

lists gypsum panel products that are classified for fire resistance under category “Gypsum Board (CKNX).” Each UL Design lists the specific manufacturers and products that are suitable for use in the design. The UL Type designation appears on the UL label on the product.

What is UL Type SLX?

USG Sheetrock® Brand Gypsum Liner Panels (UL Type SLX) are 1 in. (25.4 mm) Type X gypsum liner panels with moisture resistance for use in shaft wall and area separation wall systems. The panels are UL Classified for fire resistance and can be used in any UL Design in which Type SLX panels are listed.

Is lightweight drywall fire rated?

The next horizon for the industry is to create a 5/8” lightweight drywall that meets the standard for required fire ratings. Although both standard drywall and lightweight drywall are good for any room in your house (except the bathroom) the lightweight option is more user-friendly.

What is the fire rating of type C drywall?

2-4 hours
Type C drywall is known as the more durable version of Type X—there are more glass fibers in this product as well as more vermiculite components, giving it a fire resistance of 2-4 hours. You can find this product at your local drywall and insulation store in 1/2” and 5/8” thickness.

Is drywall eco friendly?

Most drywall is perfectly safe and even quite green. Let’s look at some of the aspects of a product that make it ‘green’: health and safety, material sustainability and.

Is gypsum and drywall the same?

Drywall (also known as wallboard, gypsum board, or sheetrock) is an interior construction panel that’s used for making walls and ceilings. It’s composed of a hardened gypsum core with a thick paper on the front, back, and long edges.

What is Firecode C drywall?

Overview. 1/2 in. (12.7 mm) Sheetrock® Brand Firecode® C Panels (UL Type C) are enhanced proprietary Type X panels that feature a noncombustible gypsum core that is encased in 100% recycled face and back papers that form a high strength composite design.

What is the difference between gypsum board and sheetrock?

Drywall is made up of gypsum. Sheetrock is the brand name for drywall. Those who say “gypsum wallboard” or “Sheetrock” are referring to the same thing.

What drywall is fire resistant?

Type X drywall
Fireproof drywall is the common term; its industry name is Type X drywall. The thickness of this drywall is 5/8-inch, including all layers. Glass fibers are added to the board to help it retard fire. Also, because it is denser than normal gypsum-and-paper drywall, it takes longer for the fire to degrade it.

Which is the best gypsum board for drywall?

Drywall Materials USG is your source for gypsum board products. As the leading gypsum board manufacturers in the industry, our USG Sheetrock® drywall and Durock® drywall brands are just two examples of the quality that we can offer projects.

What are the thicknesses of sheetrock gypsum panels?

Available in 1/4 in. (6.4 mm) and 3/8 in. (9.5 mm) thicknesses, Sheetrock® Brand Gypsum Panels feature a noncombustible gypsum core that is encased in 100% recycled face and back papers that form a high strength composite design.

What are the maximum spacing for gypsum panels?

Sheetrock® Brand Gypsum Panels can withstand temperatures up to 125°F. What is the recommended spacing of control joints for gypsum panels for walls and ceilings? The maximum recommended control joint spacing for walls and ceilings without perimeter relief is 30 feet. With perimeter relief the maximum recommended control joint spacing is 50 feet.

How does USG design for long term sustainability?

USG incorporates the basic design requirements of long-term product sustainability into its existing and new product solutions. Each decision made in the selection and use of raw materials in USG products is based on careful consideration of their environmental effects over time.