Is PURPLE drywall mold resistant?

The color of confidence

While all gypsum-based drywall is naturally fire-resistant, the PURPLE family of products is unique because it also resists moisture, mold and mildew. In addition, some PURPLE drywall products also stand up to scratches, scuffs, dents and noise.

What color is mold resistant drywall?

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.

Is PURPLE drywall waterproof?

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.

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.

What is the PURPLE drywall for?

National Gypsum has developed Purple drywall that is moisture, mold, and mildew resistant. This means less water and mold damage in homes keeping construction debris from landfills. In addition, within the line of Purple drywall products, are sheets that stand up to abuse and impact.

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Can I use PURPLE drywall in shower?

Ensure your bathroom is an oasis, not a petri dish

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 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.

Should I use purple board in basement?

For low-activity spaces, PURPLE XP® Drywall protects against the moisture, mold, and mildew often found in basements.

Is blue drywall mold resistant?

At a Glance: Green Board, Blue Board, Purple Board

Green board, or greenboard, has a moisture-resistant coating on the side facing the room, and this is what prevents mold from finding a home.

What type of drywall is purple?

Purple drywall is a product made only by Gold Bond Building Products, LLC, a brand of National Gypsum. Some other benefits purple drywall can provide to homeowners include abuse and fire resistance. You can find all types of products regarding purple drywall, including: PURPLE XP® Drywall.

Is there mold resistant drywall?

Modern mold-resistant drywall combines the moisture resistance of older green board with materials and engineering that also make it quite resistant to mold. But these products are by no means waterproof or moldproof—and the manufacturers do not claim so.

What kind of drywall do you use in a shower?

Cement backer board such as Durock is best used for tile in highly wet applications such as shower stalls, with greenboard and other water-resistant drywall panels kept only to high-humidity areas.

How do you make regular drywall mold resistant?

Apply a Waterproofing Primer

The best way to waterproof your drywall is to use a waterproofing primer. You can find both oil- and latex-based waterproofing primers made by most paint manufacturers. These products are created specifically to prevent mold and mildew on the surface to which they are applied.

Can you use PURPLE drywall on ceiling?

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.

Does all drywall in bathroom need to be mold resistant?

Because standard drywall has a paper face, when it gets wet it stays wet for a long time. The threat of mold will vary depending on the amount of moisture in and around your home, but almost any home with areas prone to moisture can benefit from mold-resistant drywall in key areas.

Can you use blue board for shower walls?

It's designed to withstand the moisture from plaster or tile mortar, which can soak into regular drywall and cause it to soften. If your shower has been framed out in blue board, you can tile right over it, provided it's solid and flat, with no areas missing or crumbling.

What is better than Greenboard?

Because cement board is thicker and heavier than green board, it is harder to install. However, green board and cement board are installed essentially the same way as regular drywall: the panels are attached to floor joists or wall studs with galvanized or corrosion-resistant nails or screws.

What drywall should I use in my basement?

Due to the often damp conditions of the basement, be sure to choose sheetrock that is at least moisture-resistant (often call greenboard) but be on the lookout for products that are specifically resistant to mold and mildew (some kinds of purple board).

Do I need mold resistant sheetrock for basement?

If you're drywalling your basement, you'll need to use ½ inch thick gypsum panels on the walls and ⅝ inch thick sheets on the ceiling. If your basement is subject to moisture (most basements are), it's wise to use water or mildew-resistant drywall.

What kind of drywall do you use in a basement bathroom?

Moisture-and-mold resistant drywall is best used for interior walls, especially in areas like kitchens, bathrooms or basements. The best drywall boards for these areas have moisture-resistant cores that prevent water and moisture intrusion from seeping into the board itself.

Do you have to use PURPLE drywall in bathroom?

Bathroom Drywall Checklist

And you'll probably avoid (expensive) outside help here are some tips for your bathroom drywall: Look for sheetrock that can resist mold, moisture, and mildew. We recommend cement board, greenboard, blueboard, paperless, and purple board.

Is PURPLE drywall good for bathroom?

Moisture and Mold Resistant Purple Drywall

Another great option to resist moisture in your bathroom is purple drywall. It is truly one of the best to resist mold and mildew in wet areas. National Gypsum has several purple drywall products that will work great in your bathroom.

What kind of drywall goes behind a tub surround?

Don't use paper-faced backer board, i.e., paper-faced drywall, behind seamed tub and shower enclosures. Use an alternate approved product such as fiber-cement, fiber-reinforced gypsum, glass mat gypsum, or fiber mat-reinforced cementitious backer panels.

What is the best backer board for a shower?

Cement board is a good, reliable backer board that works well on both floors and walls. Keep in mind that most tile setters err on the side of caution and brush a waterproofing membrane on top of cement board when it is in wet areas like showers or tub surrounds.