The many benefits of PURPLE The PURPLE family of products provides unparalleled resistance to moisture, mold and mildew, scratches and dents, and can even reduce noise between rooms.
Should I use PURPLE drywall?
While all drywall is naturally fire-resistant, PURPLE drywall is unique because it also resists moisture, mold and mildew. Some PURPLE drywall products also stand up to scratches, scuffs, dents and sound. This means added value and peace of mind regardless of steamy showers, roughhousing kids or band practice.
What is PURPLE Board drywall used for?
Gold Bond PURPLE XP Drywall was designed to provide extra protection against mold and mildew compared to standard gypsum board products. The face paper is folded around the long edges to reinforce and protect the core, and the ends are square-cut and finished smooth.
Is PURPLE drywall better than Green?
“Green drywall (also known as greenboard) is only moisture-resistant. PURPLE®drywall, only made by National Gypsum, is superior because it offers moisture, mold and mildew resistance. In addition, many PURPLE® drywall products offer added benefits, including resistance to scratches, scuffs, dents and sound.
Is PURPLE drywall good for showers?
In your bathroom, the forecast always calls for a chance of showers – or maybe a bubble bath. That’s why easy-to-install PURPLE XP® Drywall is moisture-, mold- and mildew-resistant, so you can keep walls and ceilings fresh and clean for years to come.
Is PURPLE drywall soundproof?
No. While all drywall is naturally fire-resistant, PURPLE drywall is unique because it also resists moisture, mold and mildew. Some PURPLE drywall products also stand up to scratches, scuffs, dents and sound. This means added value and peace of mind regardless of steamy showers, roughhousing kids or band practice.
What type of drywall is used for showers?
We recommend using cement board drywall in tile-covered wet applications, such as showers and bathtubs. So, you would first install the cement board to provide a base for the tile.
Is purple drywall water resistant?
While all gypsum-based drywall is naturally fire-resistant, the PURPLE family of products is unique because it also resists moisture, mold and mildew.
What is the most moisture-resistant drywall?
Greenboard drywall isn’t water-proof, it simply resists moisture better than the standard gypsum board that’s on most walls in homes around the United States. There is a fire-resistant drywall product known as Type X that’s sold in 5/8″ sheets for use around fireplaces and other high-risk locations in the home.
Is purple board good for bathrooms?
Purple drywall is used in bathrooms and other areas prone to mildew, moisture and mold. The moisture-resistant core of purple drywall is sandwiched between recycled material that’s mold- resistant.
What type of drywall should I use in a bathroom?
Green. Green drywall is a type of drywall that’s mold resistant and is used in applications where moisture can be an issue—so most commonly, bathrooms. To maximize the mold resistance, use mold-resistant drywall mud, aka joint compound. Green drywall generally costs about 20% more than regular drywall.
Can I put tile on purple drywall?
Besides its mold and mildew resistant properties, purple drywall is also fire-resistant. Ideal applications for purple drywall are around toilets, sinks, vanities and as a tile backer board for shower ceilings or kitchen/bathroom backsplashes.
Do you have to use purple drywall in bathroom?
While it’s possible, you probably shouldn’t. Since regular drywall is porous, humid and wet bathrooms can cause mold, mildew, and rotting. For in the shower and behind tiles, use cement board. For all other wall space, use a moisture-resistant product like purple or greenboard.
