Gold Bond® High Strength Fire-Shield 60® Gypsum Board consists of a fire-resistant Type X gypsum core specially formulated to be 20% lighter than standard Type X gypsum board.

It is encased in heavy natural-finish, 100% recycled paper on the face and back sides. 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 or square. For speed of installation, GridMarX® guide marks are printed on the paper surface.

High Strength Fire-Shield 60 Gypsum Board features a Type X core to provide additional fire resistance ratings when used in specific UL designs.

Check the Fire and Safety Information for a more complete explanation of how fire resistance ratings work.

Basic Uses

5/8" High Strength Fire-Shield 60 - for single- or multi-layer drywall construction for fire tested assemblies.

Advantages

• 20% lighter than standard 5/8" Type X gypsum board.
• Lighter weight results in easier handling.
• Features a fire-resistant Type X core and is UL classified and approved for inclusion on specific UL fire-rated designs.
• Excellent working properties, including score and snap, reduced dust, and improved strength-to-weight ratio.
• Features GridMarX guide marks.
• Meets CHPS and CA Section 01350.
• UL Type FSLX requires the use of fiberglass insulation for single-layer, steel stud UL rated wall assemblies.