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DEC Material: Glass Reinforced Gypsum (GRG)


Uses: Interior

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GRG is a non-combustible material with a zero flame/zero smoke rating, designed for interior applications. Glass reinforced gypsum is similar to old world plaster, but with a much stronger physical properties. It can be cast into a multitude of finishes, textures and shapes. It is our least expensive material, but is only suitable for interior applications. Typical applications are columns, domes, mouldings, ceiling panels and beams.


Specifications - Glass Reinforced Gypsum (GRG):

Barcol Hardness ASTM-D-2583  105
Compression ASTM-C-39 (Pounds Per Square Inch): 5,800
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion (Degrees Fahrenheit): 5.4 x 106
Density ASTM-D-792 (Pounds Per Cubic Foot): 110.00
Flammability ASTM-E-84:
     Flame Spread: 0
     Smoke Develop: 0
Flexural Strength ASTM-D-790 (Pounds Per Square Inch): 4,192
Impact Strength ASTM-D-256  12.90 
Tensile Strength ASTM-D-638 (Pounds Per Square Inch): 1,340
Unit Weight (Pounds Per Square Foot (@1/2")): 2


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