DensArmor Plus® Interior Panels Submittal
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Technical Service Hotline 1.800.225.6119 or Manufacturer Georgia-Pacific Gypsum 133 Peachtree Street Atlanta, GA 30303 Georgia-Pacific Canada 2180 Meadowvale Boulevard, Suite 200 Mississauga, ON L5N 5S3 Technical Service Hotline: 1-800-225-6119 Description DensArmor Plus® Interior Panels are noncombustible (as defined and tested in accordance with ASTM E136 or CAN/ULC S114) interior panels that consist of a moisture-resistant gypsum core with coated fiberglass mats. The fiberglass mats provide superior protection from incidental moisture. DensArmor Plus Panels are highly resistant to the growth of mold, and have scored a 10, the highest level of performance for mold resistance under ASTM D3273 test method. The core of DensArmor Plus panels is reinforced with fiberglass, increasing the product’s strength. The treated core and the coated facings made with fiberglass offer greater moisture resistance and improved dimensional stability than regular gypsum board. The product resists warping, rippling and buckling. They have a tapered edge to receive joint treatment. The field of the board can be finished in the same manner as regular gypsum board. DensArmor Plus Interior Panels are GREENGUARD and GREENGUARD Gold Certified for low emissions of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) by a leading third-party organization, UL Environment. In addition, DensArmor Plus Interior Panels are listed as GREENGUARD microbial resistant. This listing means DensArmor Plus Panels, which feature fiberglass mats instead of paper facings used on the surface of traditional gypsum board products, resist mold growth. The microbial resistant test is based on ASTM D6329, a testing standard set by ASTM International, which develops testing guidelines and procedures for building materials, products, systems, and services. DensArmor Plus Panels also are listed in the Collaborative for High Performance Schools® (CHPS®) High Performance Products Database for low emissions of VOCs. CHPS is a national non-profit organization that works with school districts and their design teams to improve the quality of education by using products that have met requirements to receive CHPS credits. Primary Uses DensArmor Plus Interior Panels are an interior wall or ceiling covering material for use in new construction or renovation work. They are designed for direct attachment with screws or nails to wood and metal framing or existing surfaces. They may be used as a covering material for flat or curved structures. DensArmor Plus Panels are manufactured with fiberglass mat surfaces. They have a tapered edge to receive joint treatment. • Use on interiors of exterior walls, where moisture intrusion is most likely. • se in pre-rock areas, where the windows, doors or roof have not been U installed making moisture intrusion inevitable. DensArmor Plus Panels come with a limited warranty against delamination and deterioration for up to 12 months of exposure to normal weather conditions.* • se in wet areas behind tile, such as tub and shower areas, where U ASTM C1396, Section 7 is allowed by code. * For complete warranty details, visit www.gpgypsum.com. Submittal Approvals Limitations DensArmor Plus Interior Panels are a non-structural product and should not be used as a nailing base to support heavy wall-mounted objects. Intended for interior applications and soffits in protected areas, DensArmor Plus Panels must be kept dry during storage and handling. Do not use DensArmor Plus® Fireguard® (per ASTM C1658) Panels where there is prolonged exposure to temperatures exceeding 125˚ F (52˚C), e.g. adjacent to wood burning stoves, heating appliances, saunas or steam rooms. Technical Data Flame spread and smoke developed rating of 0/0 when tested in accordance with ASTM E84 or CAN/ULC S102. Noncombustible as described and tested in accordance with ASTM E136 or CAN/ULC S114. 5/89 DensArmor Plus Fireguard panels are UL and ULC Classified Type DAP. 1/29 and 5/89 DensArmor Plus® Fireguard C® panels are UL and ULC Classified Type DAPC. Decoration DensArmor Plus Interior Panels are designed to accept most types of paints, textures and wall covering materials. Because of the enhanced moisture- and mold-resistant properties of DensArmor Plus Panels, drying times for both joint compound and wall coverings may vary. Always follow paint or wall covering manufacturer’s installation instructions when applying either of these finishes. Georgia-Pacific Gypsum strongly recommends priming the surface of DensArmor Plus Panels with a quality, high solids primer/sealer before applying a final decorative material. Priming will equalize the suction variations between the joint compounds and the fiberglass surfaces. If glossy paints are used in such areas as kitchens or bathrooms, skim coat joint compound over the entire surface of DensArmor Plus Panels to reduce highlighting or joint photographing. This method is also recommended in areas with severe natural or artificial side lighting. Handling and Use–CAUTION This product contains fiberglass facings which may cause skin irritation. Dust and fibers produced during the handling and installation of the product may cause skin, eye and respiratory tract irritation. Avoid breathing dust and minimize contact with skin and eyes. Wear long sleeve shirts, long pants and eye protection. Always maintain adequate ventilation. Use a dust mask or NIOSH/MSHA approved respirator as appropriate in dusty or poorly ventilated areas. Stack DensArmor Plus Interior Panels flat on a level ­ urface. As individual sheets s are removed for installation, they should be raised up on edge carefully and carried in a vertical position. Appropriate handling for ­ ypsum board is also outlined in g Gypsum Association Publications GA-216 and GA 801. Take care to avoid impact, undue flexing and subsequent damage to board edges, ends and corners. Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) is available at www.buildgp.com/safetyinfo or call 1-404-652-5119. Applicable Standards Manufactured to meet ASTM C1658, ASTM C1396 Section 7 and ASTM C1177. Job Name Contractor Date