Tag Archives: drywall

Glass fiber textile

March 4, 2022

Glass fabric-clad walls have numerous performance characteristics which make them an improvement over bare drywall, and they are available in a broad range of engaging aesthetic options. This method of wall finishing has been common in Europe for decades, but it has only recently emerged in the U.S.

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Denver uses modular partitions for Great Hall renovation

August 28, 2018

Saunders Construction Inc. was chosen to use more than 2 km (1.5 miles) of reusable modular partitions for Denver International Airport (DEN)’s three-and-a-half-year renovation of its Great Hall.

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Using PSA tapes in walls and ceilings

June 15, 2018

Pressure-sensitive adhesive (PSA) tape can be utilized for walls and ceilings in myriad ways, going far beyond its typical usage in drywall applications, and into decorative and design purposes.

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Innovations in ceiling grids: An unexpected tool for keeping projects on time and budget

May 1, 2018

Just about everyone has a routine. Whether at work or home, we find ways to make our lives easier, simpler, or more comfortable by repeating habits.

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Sounding Off on Acoustic Sealants

February 28, 2014

In the February issue of The Construction Specifier, we published the article, “Using Gypsum Wallboard for Acoustical Control,” by Ashwin L. Himat. The piece dealt with new drywall products designed to reduce noise. However, one reader was concerned there was a bigger picture to keep in mind. Steven Zalben, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP, wrote:

The use of acoustical sealant to reduce sound transmission was only cursorily mentioned. Using an appropriate sealant on both top … Continue reading Sounding Off on Acoustic Sealants

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