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Old 07-08-2008, 12:05 PM   #1
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Fire Rated Drywall

If i bend a 5/8" fire rated drywall by wetting it is it still approved by ULC for 1 hour fire rating?

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Old 07-08-2008, 06:27 PM   #2
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I would contact the manufacturer of the drywall, that is a good question and please post response from them.
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I don't see how it would affect it's performance after it's dry-it's just paper and gypsum with fiberglass-you're not changing it. Good luck bending it though.
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I don't see how it would affect it's performance after it's dry-it's just paper and gypsum with fiberglass-you're not changing it. Good luck bending it though.
I would agree, I think the thickness is the only thing that gives it a fire rating.
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Yes it is. Provided that you dry it out quickly. Do not let it stay wet to long.
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