Wall Substructures

Large sheets of pressed gypsum between layers of paper (aka: gypsum board)

• Acoustic Panels

• Drywall

• Plaster

• Masonry

reduce noise within a space, stop echo

Can be added to existing wall

Soundproofing stops noise from entering or leaving a room

Must incorporate during wall construction

• Plaster

• Drywall

• Acoustic Panels

• Masonry

What type of drywall is this?

Drywall for wet areas of the home.

Usually used in shower or tub areas and backsplashes in kitchens and baths.

Used underneath tile floors in bath areas

Uses fiberglass instead of paper to combat mold

Also known as blue board, green board, or wet board.

• Paperless

• Fire-resistant

• Wood

• Regular

What type of Drywall is this?

Gypsum wallboard that is designed to be  fire resistant with chemicals and glass fibers.

These are walls to keep fire from moving from one part of the home to another.  

Building codes require one in between two homes with a connected wall.

These are lightweight walls

• Fire-resistant Drywall

• Paperless Drywall

• Regular

• Wood

What category of wall substructures best matches the correct answer choice:

Is stable and not easily changed.

Expensive

Can give a rustic or industrial feel.

Often used on fireplace or to create interest wall or focal point.

• Plaster

• Drywall

• Masonry

• Wood

Old way of applying wall material – used up until the 1950s.  

Uses lath boards or mesh then layers of plaster to create wall.  

Usually very thick – helps with noise reduction and fire resistance

Should be patched and fixed by a skilled professional.

• Drywall

• Masonry

• Wood

• Plaster

Match the category of wall substructure that best matches the following description:

Adds warmth to a space

Adds texture

Gives a casual feel depending on material or can be sophisticated. 

Can have painted or stained finish.

• Masonry

• Wood

• Acoustic Panels

• Drywall