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Gold Bond® XP® Hi-Impact® Gypsum Board

Usage
Commercial, Residential
Delivery
Ships in 1–5+ Days From Brand
Price Range
$$
Sku
GB XP HI Gyp Bd
Description
Gold Bond® XP® Hi-Impact® Gypsum Board offers the same mold-,moisture- and abuse-resistant features as XP® Hi-Abuse® GypsumBoard, and in addition, it has fiberglass mesh embedded into the core,providing even more impact/penetration resistance. It also has aspecially formulated core to provide fire-resistance ratings. And youcan use XP® Hi-Impact® Gypsum Board as a tile backer board in dryareas or areas with limited water exposure, such as toilet/sink areas and areas above tile in tubs and showers. This impact-resistant gypsum board is designed for use in areasprone to cavity penetration, such as gymnasiums, correctional facilities, schools and hospitals. GridMarX® are printed on the face paper surface to help installers instantly identify stud locations and make accurate cuts withouthaving to pencil in or snap chalk lines.
Furniture Fixtures And Equipment
Acoustical/Walls; Acoustical/Ceilings
Availability
Typically Stocked
Lead Time
3 - 5 Days
Product Details
Specially designed gypsum core with a built-in fiberglass meshoffers superior protection against impact and penetrations into thewall cavity. Provides greater resistance to surface abrasion, indentation,impact and penetration over standard gypsum board. Resists the growth of mold per ASTM D3273 with a score of 10, thebest possible score. Resists the growth of mold per ASTM G21 with a score of 0, thebest possible score. Features SPORGARD® technology with extra mold-inhibitingproperties. The gypsum core will not support combustion or transmittemperatures greatly in excess of 212 ̊F (100 ̊C) until completelycalcined, a slow process. Easily scored and snapped to exact size without sawing. Dimensionally stable product with negligible expansion andcontraction under normal atmospheric conditions. Save time and money with MaX 12® and MaX 16® optimized fastenerpatterns for 5/8” Fire-Shield products to achieve 1-hour fire ratingsusing fewer fasteners. Visit GridMarX.com for more information. Features the GridMarX guidemarks on the board to allow for fasterand more accurate installation. Achieves UL GREENGUARD Gold Certification for low chemicalemissions into indoor air during product usage.. For moreinformation, visit: ul.com/gg. Qualifies as a low-VOC emitting material by meeting CaliforniaSpecification 01350
Content
Type X gypsum core, Fiberglass , Face: PURPLE® paper (100% recycled)
Format
Panel / Sheet
Width
48 in
Length
8 ft – 12 ft (2,438 mm - 3,658 mm )
Total Weight
2.8 lbs./sq. ft.(13.67 k/m²)
Overall Thickness
5/8 in
Edge / End
Tapered
Indoor & Outdoor
Indoor
Applications
Use it for interior wall and ceiling assemblies in areas where surface abrasion, indentation, mold, mildew and moisture resistance are major concerns. Use it where Type X Gypsum Board is specified in certain fire-rated wall assemblies. Use as a tile backer board in dry areas or areas with limited water exposure, such as toilet and sink areas and wall and ceiling areas above tile in tubs and showers
Manufacturer Notes
Contact your local National Gypsum distributor for pricing information
Flammability
Core Type: Type X; UL Type Designation: FSW; Combustibility: Non-combustible Core; Surface Burning Characteristics: Class A; Flame Spread: 15; Smoke Development: 0
Weather Resistance
Humidified Deflection ≤ 5/8 in (15.9 mm)
Water Absorption
< 5%
Performance
Abuse & Impact Resistant, Drywall Panels, Mold & Moisture Resistant
Hardness
≥ 11 lbf. (49 N)
Human Health Impact
CDPH / CHPS 01350 Compliant, Health Product Declaration (HPD), UL GREENGUARD GOLD
LCA Optimization Plan
No
Disclosure/ Certification Expiration Date
May 3, 2025
Disclosure Level
1000
75% of Ingredients Disclosed
No
Third-Party Bio-Based Certification
No
VOC Emissions Testing Certificate
UL Greenguard Certified or Gold
VOC Emissions Testing Methodology
CDPH / CHPS 01350 Compliant
RoHS Compliance
No
Electronic Components in Product
No
Disclosure Level
1000

National Gypsum Company

National Gypsum Company is the exclusive service provider of high-performance products manufactured by its affiliate companies and marketed under the Gold Bond®, ProForm® and PermaBASE® brands. The National Gypsum name has been synonymous with exceptional customer service since since 1925.
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