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DensDeck ProFast Prime Roof Board from Georgia-Pacific Building Products

The company's latest addition to the DensDeck portfolio of gypsum board products is now commercially available nationwide.

August 5, 2025

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The company's latest addition to the DensDeck portfolio of gypsum board products is now commercially available nationwide.

Type-X Gypsum Panel for Area Separation from American Gypsum Co. LLC

The 1/2-inch M-Bloc Ekcel Type X gypsum panel is a fire-, mold- and moisture-resistant wallboard that is part of a patented area separation firewall system used in multi-family housing projects. The product was introduced to meet the needs of the multi-family builder when there is a limited supply of 1-inch thick by 2-foot wide shaft liner panels for multi-family housing projects. The drywall panel is 1/2-inch thick and 4 feet in width, and replaces 1-inch thick shaft linerboard that is 2 feet in width.

August 4, 2025

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The 1/2-inch M-Bloc Ekcel Type X gypsum panel is a fire-, mold- and moisture-resistant wallboard that is part of a patented area separation firewall system used in multi-family housing projects.

Walls & Ceilings Top 50 Contractors 2025

LAST CALL: Enter Now for W&C Top 50 Contractors

W&C’s Top 50 submissions page is still open for your entries.

July 4, 2025

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W&C’s Top 50 submissions page is still open for your entries.

GA Corner

Can You Add Resilient Channels to Any GA-600 Listed Floor-Ceiling or Wall System?

Brooke Fishel

June 30, 2025

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Brad Jacobs, chairman and CEO of QXO, offers $5 billion to acquire GMS, a major distributor of gypsum and interior building products.

Acquisition News and Analysis

QXO Sets Its Sights on GMS in $5 Billion Offer

QXO's roll‑up aims to marry newly acquired roofing tech with GMS’s 300-plus centers.

Bryan Gottlieb

June 19, 2025

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QXO makes an unsolicited bid to buy specialty products distributor GMS for $5 billion, aiming to speed up deliveries, boost inventory and unify tech—potentially reshaping how contractors get drywall and building supplies.

May 2025 Product Buzz Guide

May 30, 2025

The Buzz Guide features products from a variety of brands in the construction industry.

GA Launches New Site for Gypsum Sheathing

The Gypsum Association launches microsite dedicated to glass mat gypsum sheathing solutions for residential construction.

Brooke Fishel

May 28, 2025

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The Gypsum Association launches microsite dedicated to glass mat gypsum sheathing solutions for residential construction.

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The Pro’s Guide to Interior Plaster Finishes

Application techniques for Venetian, clay, gypsum, acrylic and Tadelakt plasters

Rob Knight

May 5, 2025

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Not all plasters are created equal—this guide explores material profiles, surface prep, and top tricks for flawless application.

Balancing Fire Resistance and Sustainability in Building Design

Smarter Assemblies for a Greener Future

May 1, 2025

Balancing fire resistance and sustainability is a complex challenge. Both goals are critical yet achieving them simultaneously can involve trade-offs. See the latest methods builders can use to shrink their environmental footprint without compromising safety.

From War to Walls: How Mohammad Ali Built a Thriving Contracting Business in Northern Ontario

A Syrian immigrant with a passion for craftsmanship, Mohammad Ali combined grit, skill, and community spirit to launch MSH Drywall and Painting in Sault Ste. Marie—turning his dreams into drywall and dedication into art.

April 29, 2025

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Mohammad Ali combined grit, skill, and community spirit to launch MSH Drywall and Painting in Sault Ste. Marie—turning his dreams into drywall and dedication into art.