Drywall, plaster, paneling, wallpaper, acoustic panels, and ceiling systems for interior walls and ceilings.
8 articles
"Comparison of MDF (medium density fibreboard, 600-800 kg per cubic metre) versus plywood for interior applications, covering urea-formaldehyde and moisture-resistant green MDF, CNC cutting, paint-grade finishes, and European E1 and E0 formaldehyde emission standards."
"Detailed guide to fibre cement siding covering James Hardie products, autoclaved manufacturing process with cement, cellulose fibre and sand, fireproof and rot-resistant properties, 15 percent US siding market share, and global production in USA, Australia and Philippines."
"Guide to decorative metal ceilings covering 19th century pressed tin tiles, modern aluminum ceiling panels, acoustic metal ceiling systems, and Armstrong and USG suspended ceiling grid technologies."
"Comprehensive guide to wallpaper types including vinyl-coated, solid vinyl, non-woven, grasscloth natural fibre, paste-the-wall versus paste-the-paper methods, pattern repeat matching, and Type II commercial versus residential grades."
"Complete guide to acoustic panels covering Noise Reduction Coefficient ratings, Owens Corning 703 versus Rockwool, fabric-wrapped and PET felt panels, perforated wood, and the difference between sound diffusion and sound absorption."
"In-depth guide to wood paneling types including shiplap, beadboard, V-groove, wainscoting heights at 32-36 inches, raised versus flat panel construction, and solid wood versus MDF versus veneer materials."
"Detailed comparison of lime plaster, gypsum plaster and cement plaster, the history of Venetian marmorino, lath and plaster construction, and the chemistry of drying versus setting reactions in wall finishes."
"Complete guide to drywall and gypsum board types including 1/2 inch and 5/8 inch standard, Type X fire-rated, green and purple moisture-resistant boards, SoundBreak, and major brands USG, National Gypsum, BPB and Knauf."