Gypsum boards come in all types, shapes and sizes depending on the activity and the location where you are. Knowing the right type of gypsum board to be used is crucial especially if minimizing the overall cost of the project without compromising quality is the main goal. Gypsum boards also comes in many commercial names depending on the country that you acquired them; some of the common names for gypsum boards are: Drywall, Sheetrock, Plaster Board, Gyp board, Wall board. One of the most valuable feature of gypsum board that makes it very easy to install & you can customize your design easily. Its need drywall tape and joint compound when attached together forming invisible finished joints. When painted, the joints will never be visible to the naked eye.

Regular Gypsum Board

This type of gypsum board is normally white-colored on one side and brown on the other side. This is the most common type of gypsum board that is used extensively in locations with no specific requirements. General gypsum board panels normally come in 2.44 X 1.22 meters panels and mostly 12.5mm thickness.

Moisture Resistant Gypsum Board

Moisture resistant gypsum board has green covering that makes it resistant to moisture as compared to regular gypsum board. Take a note that this not entirely waterproof. Never install these on areas where there is always water contact as this will gradually erode the boards. These boards are widely used in laundry rooms, wet areas and basements walls.

Fire rated Gypsum Board

Also called Type X gypsum board, Fire rated gypsum board is the best choice for an excellent fire-retardant building material. Although regular drywalls are generally resistant to fire, This made of special non-combustible fibers that makes it better in fire protection as compared to normal ones. Because of its more protective and durable nature, it is harder to cut and shape. These boards can also be used as soundproofing material. To obtain higher fire rating, installing them in layers can also be done.

Sound-proof Gypsum Boards

Although almost all gypsum boards offer certain levels of soundproofing, Sound-proof drywalls specializes in almost total absorption of sound inside the room. Made from laminated layers of wood fibers, polymers and gypsum, this gypsum board is denser and harder to cut than regular boards. Its superior soundproofing properties is ideal for music rooms or entertainment rooms where loud sounds must be suppressed effectively.