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Asbestos

Dear page maintainers, should there be reference in either the history or manufacturing section that "Until the 1980s, Asbestos Was Widely Used in Drywall Manufacturing Across the U.S"

History

The early history of drywall in this article referring to the start of the industry in the UK lacks citation, and contradicts BPB plc. The other page at least uses patent history to substantiate their statements. — Preceding unsigned comment added by 135.180.181.44 (talk) 14:25, 13 September 2020 (UTC)[reply]

Australia, New Zealand, ... and UK?

To resolve a Citation Needed alert I executed the following search today 2022-02-02,05:22 UT:

https://www.google.com/search?q=Sheets+are+usually+secured+to+either+timber+or+cold-formed+steel+frames+anywhere+from+150+to+300+mm+centres+along+the+beam+and+400+to+600+mm+across+members

retrieving one useful hit, the first hit, and Cited it, not noting the country of origin of the cited publication appears to me to be UK. So perhaps UK standards are similar to those in AU and NZ.

Cheers, DGoncz — Preceding unsigned comment added by DGoncz (talk • contribs) 05:27, 2 February 2022 (UTC)[reply]

Drywall Repair

Drywall repair is an essential aspect of building maintenance, particularly in residential and commercial construction. Damage to drywall can occur due to structural shifts, moisture exposure, or accidental impact. Repairs may involve patching holes, replacing sections of drywall, or refinishing surfaces to match existing textures.

Common Causes of Drywall Damage

Drywall can sustain damage due to several factors:

**Structural movement** – Over time, buildings naturally shift, causing stress cracks in drywall.
**Moisture exposure** – Water leaks and high humidity can weaken drywall, leading to mold growth or warping.
**Impact damage** – Door handle collisions, furniture movement, and accidental impacts can create dents and holes.
**Improper installation** – Poorly applied tape, insufficient fasteners, or substandard materials can lead to premature joint separation.

Industry Standards

The **Gypsum Association**, **ASTM International**, and **American National Standards Institute (ANSI)** establish guidelines for proper drywall maintenance and repair. Standards such as **ASTM C840** provide best practices for finishing and patching damaged gypsum board.

Economic and Industry Impact

The drywall repair industry is a significant sector within the home improvement market. Demand for professional repair services has increased due to aging infrastructure and real estate renovations. Contractors and property owners often rely on specialized professionals for large-scale repairs that require refinishing, texturing, or blending repairs with existing surfaces.

References

Gypsum Association. *GA-214 Recommended Levels of Finish for Gypsum Board, Glass Mat and Fiber-Reinforced Gypsum Panels*.
ASTM International. *ASTM C840 – Standard Specification for Application and Finishing of Gypsum Board*.
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). *Home Maintenance and Repair Guidelines*.

Request to Add "Drywall Repair" Section

Drywall repair is a fundamental aspect of home maintenance. The current article does not cover this, but it is essential for addressing damage such as cracks, holes, and water damage.

Suggested section content: - **Common repair methods:** Patching small holes, mesh tape for cracks, and skim coating. - **Tools used:** Joint compound, drywall knives, sanding sponges, etc. - **When professional help is needed:** Structural damage or large-scale repairs.

Adding this section would improve the article's completeness. I can provide neutral, well-sourced information if needed. PatchPros (talk) 12:31, 1 March 2025 (UTC)[reply]

I don’t think the article needs a section on drywall repair as Wikipedia is an encyclopaedia, not a guide. ScrabbleTiles (talk) 12:36, 1 March 2025 (UTC)[reply]

Fair point. I’d like to structure it more like existing Wikipedia pages that cover repair topics rather than making it a guide. Other materials and industries have sections on repair and maintenance.

Concrete: Concrete#Deterioration and repair

Asphalt Repair: Asphalt concrete#Repair and maintenance

Flooring Repair: Wood flooring#Repair and maintenance

Automobile Repair: Automobile repair shop

Since drywall is one of the most widely used building materials, I believe including a section on drywall repair (industry standards, causes of damage, and economic impact) would be consistent with Wikipedia’s style. Open to suggestions on refining the section to fit better. PatchPros (talk) 12:46, 1 March 2025 (UTC)[reply]

Yes, as long as there are citations, I think this section would be good to add. I think the article you have written is fine, though you will probably want another opinion on that. ScrabbleTiles (talk) 12:54, 1 March 2025 (UTC)[reply]

Most of the sections you just linked don't actually exist. Did you have AI write this or something? MrOllie (talk) 13:06, 1 March 2025 (UTC)[reply]

That doesn’t look ai to me and it’s 0% on zerogpt. I agree it’s a bit odd that the sections don’t exist. I just read the article and found relevant parts in them. ScrabbleTiles (talk) 13:12, 1 March 2025 (UTC)[reply]