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Fire-resistive or Fire rated

Applies to materials that are not combustible in the temperatures of ordinary fires and will withstand such fires for at least 1 hour. Drywall used in the garage and party walls are to be fire rated, 5/8", Type X.

Permanent link Fire-resistive or Fire rated - Creation date 2021-03-05


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