Drywall Finishing Problems

Recommended Levels of Gypsum Board Finish
This publication, jointly produced by the four leading associations in the industry, assists specifiers, owners, and contractors to precisely describe the desired finish of individual walls and ceilings to meet specific needs

Joint Compound Drying Time
The purpose of this document, created by the Drywall Finishing Council is to illustrate how job environmental conditions affect the drying time of joint compounds.

Jobsite System Failures Involving Masking Tape Over Gypsum Board
Pressure sensitive adhesive coated tape, such as common interior masking tape, is applied to decorated interior gypsum board substrates, and on occasion, when later removed surface damage/failure occurs within the paint/decorative finish and/or joint compound and/or gypsum board face paper.

Mold Prevention on Gypsum Board

Guidelines for Prevention of Mold Growth on Gypsum Board
This publication reviews guidelines to minimize the potential of mold growth on gypsum board. Published by The Gypsum Association of North America.

Controlling Moisture through Better Building Practices
 Helpful information on how to avoid mold in your home or office is published by the Responsible Solutions to Mold Coalition (RSMC), an industry group devoted to educating the public and the building industry about effective ways to combat mold in residential and com­mercial construction.

Repairing Water-Damaged Building Systems
This technical paper published by USG Corporation discusses the conditions necessary for mold growth and provides basic repair steps.

Imported Chinese Drywall

Gypsum Association Comments on Imported Chinese Wallboard Issue

CPSC Drywall Information Center
This site collects all information pertaining to the Chinese Drywall issue and investigation from U.S. Government agencies including EPA, CPSC, CDC and HUD.

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