XP® Fire-Shield® Gypsum Board with Sporgard® was developed as an improved moisture resistant board, offering the same advantages of a traditional moisture resistant board with added mold resistance in the core and paper. XP Fire-Shield Gypsum Board panels consist of a specially treated, fire-resistant, Type X gypsum core encased in a heavy mold/mildew/moisture resistant, 100% recycled, PURPLE® paper on the face side and a heavy, mold/mildew/moisture resistant, 100% recycled, gray paper on the back side.
The face paper is folded around the long edges to reinforce and protect the core, and the ends are square-cut and finished smooth. Long edges of the panels are tapered.
XP Fire-Shield Gypsum Board features a Type X core to provide additional fire resistance ratings when used in tested systems.
Basic Uses
Use it on both wood- and steel-framed construction for interior wall and ceiling applications.
Use it as a tile backer board in dry areas or areas with limited moisture, such as toilet or sink areas, and wall and ceilings areas above tile in tubs and showers.
Advantages
Resists the growth of mold per ASTM G 21 with a score of 0, the best possible score.
Resists the growth of mold per ASTM D 3273 with a score of 10, the best possible score.
Can be used on ceilings.
Lightweight, cost-efficient material that readily accepts a wide range of decorative finishes.
XP Fire-Shield Gypsum Board is moisture resistant and can be used as a tile backer board in dry areas or areas with limited water exposure such as toilet/sink areas and wall and ceiling areas above tile in tubs and showers.
The gypsum core will not support combustion or transmit temperatures greatly in excess of 212°F (100°C) until completely calcined, a slow process.
Approved for use in protected exterior soffit applications.
UL Classified for fire resistance and surface burning characteristics.
Scores and snaps easily, no special handling requirements.