Gold Bond® XP® Gypsum Board 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. Long edges of the panels are tapered. With PURPLE® paper on the face side and heavy, mold- and moisture-resistant, 100% recycled gray paper on the back side, you can count on XP Gypsum Board to help protect your projects from mold. GridMarX are printed on the face paper surface to help installers instantly identify stud locations and make accurate cuts without having to pencil in or snap chalk lines. Applications Use it in both wood- and steel-framed construction for interior wall and ceiling applications. Use it as a tile backer in dry areas or areas with limited moisture, such as toilet or sink areas, and wall and ceiling areas above tile in tubs and showers. Approved for use in exterior soffit applications Advantages Inhibits Mold Growth Resists Moisture Better Installs Fast And Easy Fire-Resistance Material Low-Emitting Materials
