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U.S. Gypsum Works to Address Moisture Concerns

In response to concerns that building products can support the growth of mold and mildew when they become wet, the U.S. Gypsum Company has developed a product that it says is resistant to moisture and mold.

Headquartered in Chicago, U.S. Gypsum is a member of the National Council of the Housing Industry — the Supplier 100 of NAHB.

A new product line of wall panels — SHEETROCK® Brand HUMITEK™ Gypsum Panels — features a non-combustible, moisture- and mold-resistant gypsum core encased in a moisture-resistant face and back paper made from 100% recycled materials.

USG says that it manufactures a host of other products that are designed to address the moisture control issue, and this has been part of its business strategy for more than 100 years.

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The company’s in-depth library of product and system literature, toll-free customer phone number for technical advice and service (800-USG-4YOU) and “The Gypsum Construction Handbook” are all designed to provide timely assistance and solutions to its customers.

U.S. Gypsum has also created a special section on its Web site that is devoted to the subject of moisture and mold as well as SHEETROCK® Brand HUMITEK™ Gypsum Panels.

This information is also available by calling the 800 telephone number above or writing to: United States Gypsum Company, 125 S. Franklin St., Chicago, IL 60606-4678.
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