News - Gypsum Association

April 11, 2019

GA-618-2017 Building and Inspecting Smoke Barriers

Learn the fundamentals of, and how to comply with, code criteria for smoke barriers. Get it now.

April 11, 2019

GA-230-2019 Vapor Retarder Over Water-Resistant Gypsum Backing Board

Reviews the use and installation of water-resistant gypsum backer boards behind tiles with water-resistant barriers. Get it now.

April 11, 2019

GA-253-2021 Application of Gypsum Sheathing

This code referenced specification describes the minimum requirements for, and the methods of handling, storage, and application of, gypsum sheathing for use as a substrate for […]

April 11, 2019

GA-226-2019 Application of Gypsum Board to Form Curved Surfaces

Describes special application methods used to install gypsum board on a curved wall or ceiling surfaces. Get it now.

April 11, 2019

GA-216-2021 Application and Finishing of Gypsum Panel Products

The most up-to-date industry recommendations for the proper installation and finishing of gypsum board, including related accessories, over a variety of substrates and framing. The GA-216 […]

April 11, 2019

GA-214-2022 Quick Reference Guide Levels of Finish

Intended as a supplement to—not a replacement for—GA-214-2021 Levels of Finish for Gypsum Panel Products this one-page chart provides an essential overview of the five levels […]

April 11, 2019

GA-1000-2017 Identification of Gypsum Board

Understand labeling on gypsum panel products as a means of identifying the manufacturer, plant, date of production, and etc. Get it now.

April 11, 2019

GA-605-2021 Gypsum Panel Products for use in UL Classified Systems

The tables in GA-605 can be referenced to quickly identify the specific UL listed products, brand names, and trademarks of each manufacturer’s fire-rated products. Get it […]

April 11, 2019

GA-254-2017 Fire-Resistant Gypsum Sheathing

Describes the advantages, use, limitations, and properties of fire-resistant gypsum sheathing in exterior walls. Get it now.