Publications – English
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Recommended Paint Systems Applied Over Gypsum Board, Glass Mat and Fiber-Reinforced Gypsum Panels
» 354.3 KiB - 3,015 hits - March 6, 2018
This document describes and recommends terminologies and various types of paint finish as the final decoration over new interior gypsum panel surfaces.
OSHA - Controlling Silica Exposures in Construction
» 1.1 MiB - 3,491 hits - November 5, 2016
This guidance document addresses the control of
employee exposures to respirable dust containing
crystalline silica, which is known to cause silicosis, a
serious lung disease, as well as increase the risk of
lung cancer and other systemic diseases. This document
provides information on the effectiveness of
various engineering control approaches for several
kinds of construction operations and equipment,
and contains recommendations for work practices
and respiratory protection, as appropriate.
Jobsite Conditions for Applying Interior Finishing Materials
» 40.9 KiB - 7,657 hits - September 16, 2011
Provide recommendations for applying interior finishing materials over gypsum board surfaces
(walls, partitions, and ceilings).
For the purpose of this document, interior finishing materials include, but may not be limited to, corner reinforcement trim, joint compound and reinforcement tape, texture and/or architectural
paint coatings.
Jobsite System Failures Involving Pressure Sensitive Adhesive Masking Tape Over Gypsum Board Substrates
» 84.9 KiB - 5,966 hits - September 28, 2010
Pressure sensitive adhesive coated tape, such as common interior masking tape, is applied to decorated interior gypsum board substrates, and on occasion, when later removed surface damage/failure occurs within the paint/decorative finish and/or joint
compound and/or gypsum board face paper.
Joint Compound Drying Time
» 43.8 KiB - 18,841 hits - April 19, 2010
The purpose of this document is to illustrate how job environmental conditions affect the drying time of joint compounds.
Recommended Surface Treatment For Finishing Gypsum Board To Attain A Level 5 Finish
» 50.1 KiB - 9,181 hits - March 11, 2010
The purpose of this document is to describe guidelines for determining the visual performance expectations that an acceptable surface treatment will impart to achieve a Level 5 gypsum board finish over a properly prepared Level 4 gypsum board surface.
Recommended Specification for Preparation of Gypsum Board Surfaces Prior to Texture Application
» 92.8 KiB - 5,511 hits - September 30, 2009
The purpose of this document is to describe guidelines for preparation of gypsum board surfaces prior to texture application.
Method for Inspecting Interior Joint Treated Gypsum Panel Surfaces
» 114.1 KiB - 18,321 hits - September 30, 2009
The purpose of this document is to provide a visual evaluation method for inspecting joint treated panel surfaces.
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You can find more publications by going to the Gypsum Association website.
