Moisture Resistant Ceilings

Moisture resistant drywall is similar to standard drywall but has face paper that s treated for extra resistance to mold and moisture.

Moisture resistant ceilings.

Even though moisture resistant drywall is offered in thicknesses of 5 8 the standard size for fire resistant drywall it shouldn t be installed near fireplaces or other high risk areas in your home. Conventional drywall is commonly used for ceilings in non shower tub areas of bathrooms although some builders prefer to use moisture resistant drywall a k a. When moisture and humidity are bringing you and your ceiling down try one of these many solutions. One way to achieve a traditional style and still protect the ceiling of your porch or awning from moisture is to install waterproof beadboard paneling from allura.

Some ceilings are safe to use in non climate controlled or high humidity spaces which means they will stand up to common basement conditions. Sahara 24 x 24. The key to minimizing mold growth is controlling moisture. Gone are the days of saggy old ceilings when you choose moisture resistant ceiling tiles from armstrong ceilings.

Moisture resistant beadboard made of fiber cement has the look and texture of real wood beadboard but the durability of fiber cement. In areas of high humidity it s important to choose a moisture resistant ceiling tile that will remain flat. Get free shipping on qualified beadboard moisture resistant products or buy online pick up in store today. Moisture exposure can occur during all phases of the construction process and through the building life cycle from roof wall and pipe leaks gross water penetration of the façade vapor diffusion and condensation and capillary rise.

If you re looking for fire resistant drywall make sure it has a type x or type c designation. Humiguard plus ceiling panels maintain superior sag resistance and are recommended for areas subject to high humidity up to but not including standing water and outdoor applications. Humiguard max ceiling panels maintain maximum humidity and sag resistance in areas of 100 humidity and standing water such as indoor pools and outdoor applications. Get free shipping on qualified moisture resistant wall paneling or buy online pick up in store today in the lumber composites department.

Sag and humidity resistant ceilings.