National gypsum company, drywall, cement board, gypsum. Find the right firerated assemblies and design details drawings for your architectural plans. The finished appearance of a drywall wall or ceiling is largely depen dent upon the. Links to readonly versions of prior editions of ga216 specification for the application and finishing of gypsum panel products and ga600 fire resistance and sound control design manual. Gypsum construction handbook, 2014, is a guide to good construction procedures for gypsum drywall, veneer plaster, cement board and conventional plaster construction. It contains the newest developments in products and systems including timesaving, lowercost methods of installation to simplify and speed construction. This standard must be met whether the core is made of natural ore or synthetic gypsum.
Its is loaded with numerous photographs and diagrams. Jan 24, 2014 the triedandtrue gypsum construction handbook is a systematic guide to selecting and using gypsum drywall, veneer plaster, tile backers, ceilings, and conventional plaster building materials. The gypsum construction handbook rsmeans kindle edition by us gypsum. Search for library items search for lists search for contacts search for a library. In addition, the manual has been recognized in major jurisdictions in canada. I highly recommend that you read it if you want to learn more about drywall. Publication date 1971 usage attributionnoncommercialno derivative works 3.
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Proform drywall finishing products construction guide. You can read online the gypsum construction handbook here in pdf, epub, mobi or docx formats. Estimate materials and find usg equivalents for your building projects. National gypsum construction guide steeler construction supply. The gypsum construction handbook, centennial edition by united states gypsum usg corporation and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Proform brand interior finishing products construction guide. The gypsum construction handbook wiley online books. Publication date 1968 topics plasterboard, wallboard publisher chicago. Rsmeans the gypsum construction the gypsum construction handbook the foremost reference for gypsum product selection. The triedandtrue gypsum construction handbook is a systematic guide to selecting and using gypsum drywall, veneer plaster, tile backers, ceilings, and conventional plaster building materials. The gypsum construction handbook, centennial edition. Access our allnew collection of soundtested, firerated wall assemblies. Usg construction handbook 6th edition by united states gypsum company.
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Jun 21, 2017 the triedandtrue gypsum construction handbook is a systematic guide to selecting and using gypsum drywall, veneer plaster, tile backers, ceilings, and conventional plaster building materials. Per icc esr38 the latest editions of these publications, namely, ga2162018 and ga6002018, are code accepted. National gypsum company, drywall, cement board, gypsum board. The gypsum construction handbook, centennial edition united states gypsum usg corporation on. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. The cement plant operations handbook seventh edition 6. Pdf the gypsum construction handbook free download download. In the united states and canada gypsum board is manufactured to comply with astm specification c 96. The gypsum association fire resistance design manualis referenced by the.
Introduction and contents the purpose of this edition of the gypsum construction handbookis a guide to good the handbook construction procedures for gypsum drywall, veneer plaster, cement board and conventional plaster construction. Since 1905, the gypsum construction handbook has been the standard manual for construction professionals. For thicker gypsum panels or doublelayer applications, the distance between framing members can be increased. The people of usg are honored to provide the handbook in light of the books.
For nearly a century, customers like you have looked to us for the best products, service and technical support. Usg sheetrock brand installation and finishing guide english. Gypsum construction handbook sixth edition xiii using the gypsum construction handbook for over a century, the gypsum construction handbook has been a trusted, reliable resource for architects, engineers, builders, dealers, distributors and contractors. It is widely mined and is used as a fertilizer and as the main constituent in many forms of plaster, blackboardsidewalk chalk, and drywall. Our gypsum association publications are in the adobe pdf format. A widely respected training text for aspiring architects and engineers, the book provides detailed product information and efficient installation. Gypsum association publications literature american gypsum. Raw gypsum ore is processed into a variety of products such as a portland cement additive, soil conditioner, industrial and building plasters, and gypsum wallboard. Because gypsum dissolves over time in water, gypsum is rarely found in the form of sand. The gypsum construction handbook rsmeans, us gypsum, ebook. The full version of the gypsum construction handbook.
Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading the gypsum construction handbook rsmeans. Gypsum construction handbook with product and construction standards. Training manual 1usg cgc gypsum construction handbook. Gypsum construction handbook, centennial edition 2000 united states gypsum usg corporation this fifth edition of the gypsum construction handbook is a guide to construction procedures for gypsum drywall, cement board, veneer plaster and conventional plaster construction in effect in 2000. The gypsum construction handbook rsmeans, us gypsum. However, the unique conditions of the white sands national park in the us state of new mexico have created a 710 km 2 270 sq mi expanse of white gypsum sand, enough to supply the us. Our versatile toughrock gypsum boards are ideal for a wide range of commercial and residential interior applications, and our dens family of highperformance fiberglass matfaced gypsum products offer. The student may purchase and download these astm pdf s at the above books are those required by the state of florida to become a licensed gypsum drywall contractor. For more than a century and through several editions, the book has become a trusted standard. The gypsum association fire resistance design manualis. Cement milling finish milling is the grinding together of clinker with some 35 per cent gypsum, natural or synthetic, for set control, and quite often other components.
This edition of the gypsum construction handbook is a guide to construction procedures for gypsum drywall, cement board, veneer plaster and conventional. The recommendations of individual manufacturers of gypsum board, joint tapes and compounds, accessories, drywall primers, wallcoverings, adhesives. Since 1965, georgiapacific gypsum has been committed to developing the highest quality gypsum building products in the industry. The gypsum construction handbook, 7th edition wiley. Gypsum association a notforprofit trade association. Gypsum is a soft sulfate mineral composed of calcium sulfate dihydrate, with the chemical formula caso 4 2h 2 o. We have attempted to give you the most accurate, uptodate information in a clear, concise, easytoread format. Adobe acrobat reader is required to view pdf files. View table of contents for the gypsum construction handbook. Because it is important for us to ensure our guide is. American society for testing and materials astm, 100 barr harbor drive, p.
Describes complete line of construction products, including sheetrock brand gypsum panels and imperial brand gypsum base for drywall and veneer plaster construction, sheathing and ceilings. The gypsum construction handbook is a plaster and drywall book by usg corporation. The handbook was first introduced as the red book for builders and plasterers. Gypsum construction handbook with product and construction. Usg fireresistant assemblies catalog english sa100. For wood framing installed in the conventional manner, with. Gypsum drywall construction handbook by united states gypsum co.
Therefore, the term gypsum board is used throughout this chapter to refer to both types of products. Ga and painting and decorating contractors of america pdcahas. Gypsum construction handbook, centennial edition 2000. Drywall is a panel made of calcium sulfate dihydrate gypsum, with or without additives. A widely respected training text for aspiring architects and engineers, the book provides detailed product information and efficient installation methodology. In addition, the manual has been recognized in major. The gypsum association fire resistance design manual is referenced by the. Please print this document by clicking the print icon in the web viewer. Save up to 80% by choosing the etextbook option for isbn. Terms and conditions for usg salesterms and conditions for usg pos.
Keeping the construction industry informed for over 70 years. Welcome to the sixth edition of the gypsum construction handbook. Gypsum construction handbook with product and construction standards united states gypsum on. Assemblies are available in downloadable pdf, cad and revit files. Gypsum base with veneer plaster finish provides an acceptable alternative to gypsum panels.
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