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What are the types of supporting construction for drywall construction?
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∙ 12y ago
There is conventional drywall, also known as gyprock, wallboard, plasterboard, sheetrock and possibly other names. This is all Hydrated calcium sulfate.
The new light drywall is made with ash added as part of it, and weighs about 32 pound per standard sheet compared to 54 for old style.
Drywall sheets are the commonest wall cladding in the world and sheets are made in over 100 varieties and sizes.
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∙ 10y ago
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∙ 12y agoDrywall can be fastened to any type of construction. light gage steal, wood, masonry. you would use different fasteners depending on the application.
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Could a noncombustible construction have a drywall ceiling and wood trusses?
Yes, A non combustible construction just means that the supporting and partition walls need to be non combustible.
What types of drywall are available and what are the differences?
There are many types and sizes. Far too many to describe here. You should visit a drywall wholesaler if you are that interested.
How do you spell jibsom?
The likely word is gypsum (hydrated calcium sulfate), a constituent of construction drywall.
What is the typical size of drywall screws?
Length will vary from 1" to 1-3/4" for various thicknesses of drywall and application types.
Is fire rated drywall required for residential construction?
Fire retardant drywall should used when you finish off an attached garage as well as using a steel door on "passage" areas.
What type of jobs are available in the industrial construction industry?
There are two main types of jobs, "line" construction workers and managers. Worker jobs include heavy equipment operator, builder, and drywall contractor. Management requires a bit more schooling and deals with the logistics and business end of projects.
What types of materials are used to build sears tower in Chicago?
drywall
What types of primer over 1. plaster 2. drywall 3. drywall with mud skim coat 4. plaster with mud skim coat?
I use basic drywall primer over all of those.
Do you need sheetrock and drywall for new construction or only either one?
They are the same thing, -just different names.
What are two types of drywall tape?
There is paper tape and fibre mesh tape.
How do you fur drywall?
If you mean mounting drywall to a concrete or brick wall, it's necessary to fix 1x4 to the wall either with screws or gluing with construction adhesive. You fix these 2 feet apart, upright across the wall, then screw the drywall to the 1x4 s. (nailing will make them loose.)
Is the government supporting the Jews in the construction of the temple mount?
-- The government of Israel includes several Jews.-- There is no construction in progress on the Temple Mount.
