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April 11, 2019

GA-221-2019 Causes, Prevention and Repair of Joint Ridging and Centerline Cracking

Describes the symptoms, causes, and repair methods for joint ridging in gypsum board surfaces. Get it now.
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 […]