GREENGUARD Certifications
DensArmor Plus® High-Performance and Abuse-Resistant non-paper-faced fiberglass mat interior panels are the first gypsum drywall products to receive GREENGUARD and GREENGUARD Children & Schools(sm) Indoor Air Quality Certifications. These prestigious certifications recognize indoor products that have low emissions of volatile organic compounds (VOCs).
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Product Certificates are accepted by the US Green Building Council as documentation for submitting credits for LEED® (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Certification. GREENGUARD Environmental Institute establishes acceptable indoor air standards for products, environments, and buildings.
Earn AIA/CES Learning Units Online
Georgia-Pacific Gypsum now offers online AIA/CES Registered Programs worth one Health, Safety, Welfare Learning Unit each for AIA architects that successfully complete them.
Course descriptions and sign-up information
Program sponsor:
Georgia-Pacific Gypsum LLC
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Get Support for Gypsum Products
E-mail us or call the Technical Hotline
1-800-225-6119.
Para la información en español, envíenos un mensaje por correo electrónico o llámenos a la Linea de Asistencia Amiga 1-866-280-7379.
Earn AIA/CES Learning Units Online
Georgia-Pacific Gypsum now offers online AIA/CES Registered Programs worth one Health, Safety, Welfare Learning Unit each for AIA architects that successfully complete them.
Course descriptions and sign-up information
Program sponsor:
Georgia-Pacific Gypsum LLC
Q:
Can a contractor use DensArmor Plus® in a pool area, or a pump house and other areas of extreme moisture?
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DensArmor Plus® is a suitable panel to replace green board. It should not be specified in areas that will see moisture levels higher than that of a residential bathroom. For pool areas, see
DensShield® Tile Backer. Q:
Can DensArmor Plus® be used anywhere else besides the interior of the exterior wall?
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Yes; any interior wall, basement wall or ceiling that is at risk of moisture are sound applications.
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Can DensArmor Plus® be used as an exterior sheathing?
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No. DensArmor Plus® should not be used on exterior applications.

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Can DensArmor Plus® be used in an exterior soffit?
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Yes, DensArmor Plus® is suitable for soffit applications where it is not exposed directly to the elements. It can be finished using a setting-type joint compound prior to priming and painting.
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How do you install and fasten DensArmor Plus® panels?
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How does one finish DensArmor Plus® high-performance interior panels?
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Are DensArmor Plus® high-performance interior panels mold-proof?
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No, they are mold-resistant (tested, as manufactured, per ASTM D 3273). Mold can grow on virtually any surface when exposed to the right elements.
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Is there a mold warranty for DensArmor Plus® high-performance interior panels?
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There is no mold warranty. However, DensArmor Plus® drywall carries a six-month weather exposure limited warranty and a three-year (free from manufacturing defects)
limited warranty (PDF: 496KB/1pg). Q:
Is there an MSDS sheet available for DensArmor Plus® high-performance interior panels?
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Yes, MSDS sheet #72 for DensArmor Plus® high-performance interior panels is the same for all other Dens™ non-paper-faced fiberglass-mat gyspum products.
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What are the similarities and differences in DensArmor Plus® high-performance interior panels and DensShield® tile backer?
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DensShield® tile backer and DensArmor Plus® high-performance interior panels similarities: Both use coated fiberglass mats as the back facer material. When installed against the wall framing, both products provide a fiberglass mat surface facing the wall cavity that resists possible mold growth on the back of the panel. DensShield and DensArmor Plus both have cores that are moisture resistant, manufactured to ASTM C 630 specifications. DensShield and DensArmor Plus differences: DensArmor Plus does not have a water-stopping acrylic coating. The coating on DensShield provides a water barrier to stop moisture from penetrating into the product and wall. DensShield is made to be used in wet areas such as showers and tub areas as a substrate for ceramic tile. DensShield is manufactured to ASTM C 1178. DensArmor Plus features a tapered edge for joint finishing while DensShield has a square edge.
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What are the wicking characteristics of DensArmor Plus® panels?
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With its moisture-resistant core and the absence of paper facings, DensArmor Plus® drywall resists wicking similar to DensShield® Tile Backer. (.31" over 24 hr. period)
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What is the perm rating for DensArmor Plus® high-performance interior panels?
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The DensArmor Plus® high-performance interior panel is permeable. It will achieve the same as DensGlass Gold® exterior sheathing: 1/2" = 23; 5/8" = 12. DensArmor Plus interior panel does not provide a moisture barrier like DensShield® Tile Backer.

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What is the STC (sound) rating on DensArmor Plus® high-performance interior panels?
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STC ratings for DensArmor Plus® high-performance interior panels are the same as ToughRock® gypsum board in wall and ceiling assemblies.
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What UL listings do DensArmor Plus® high-performance interior panels have? Are they marked on the product?
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We have UL Listings for DensArmor Plus® high-performance fiberglass mat interior drywall panels in the UL Fire Resistance Directory. Refer to the UL Web site at
UL Report CKNX.R2717 - Gypsum Board. The UL stamp will be on the back of the board.
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Which side is the back of the DensArmor Plus® panel?
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The Gold® color side of DensArmor Plus® panels with the product logo is the back of the panel and should be installed facing the framing or studs. The white side or front has tapered edges for finishing.

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Which side of DensArmor Plus® high-performance interior panels should be painted or finished?
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Attach the DensArmor Plus® panel with the GOLD® color (or yellow) side of the panel facing the studs or furring strips. Paint or apply a finish to the white, tapered edge side of the drywall panel facing the interior of the room.
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Why does DensArmor Plus® high-performance interior drywall have two ASTM numbers?
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The C 630 refers to the moisture-resistant core. The C 1177 refers to the proven moisture- and mold-resistant fiberglass mat Dens™ technology.
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Do paperless products contain any recycled material in their cores?
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In keeping with Georgia-Pacific Gypsum's commitment to manufacturing efficiency, product quality and sustainable building practices, Dens™ brand gypsum panels are made with fiberglass mats instead of paper facings like traditional drywall. In line with this initiative, our paperless fiberglass mat products may contain recycled material with small traces of cellulose fiber, which will not affect the overall product performance or characteristics. The Dens™ brand products demonstrate Georgia-Pacific Gypsum's environmental responsibility, contributing to LEED points for low emitting products (DensArmor Plus); innovation and regional materials (all Dens Brand products), among other important credits.
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