ComfortGuard water- and mold-resistant gypsum board is manufactured with the TemShield mold-protection system integrated into its facers and core. ComfortGuard’s superior surface smoothness ensures trouble-free finishing without added prep. Installation is fast, easy and efficient every time. Produced in 1/2" and fire-resistant 5/8" thicknesses, 48" and 54" widths and lengths of 8', 10', and 12', ComfortGuard is suitable for a broad range of commercial and residential applications.
| Product | ASTM | Product Standard ASTM | Installation Standards |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1/2" (12.7 mm) ComfortGuard | Type III & Grade W | C1396 | ASTM C840, GA216 |
| 5/8" (15.9 mm) ComfortGuard | Type III & Grade X | C1396 | ASTM C840, GA216 |
| 1/2" (12.7 mm) |
5/8"* (15.9 mm) |
|
|---|---|---|
| *5/8" complies with UL designs and requirements for Type X products 1ASTM C473; 2ASTM E96; 3ASTM E84 | ||
| Width | 48" (1219 mm), 54" (1371 mm) | 48" (1219 mm), 54" (1371 mm) |
| Lengths | 8' (2438 mm) 10' (3048 mm) 12' (3658 mm) |
8' (2438 mm) 10' (3048 mm) 12' (3658 mm) |
| Edge | Tapered | Tapered |
| Water absorption1 (by weight) | < 5% Max | < 5% Max |
| Permeability2 | 24.6 | 21.6 |
| Flame Spread3 | 15 | 15 |
| Smoke Developed2 | 0 | 0 |
Other widths, edges and lengths may be available on special order with established minimums and lead time. Some products may not be available in all markets. Please check with your local Temple-Inland sales representative.
In addition to the demonstrated performance properties of Temple-Inland's traditional regular and fire-resistant gypsum board products, ComfortGuard provides an enhanced water- and mold-resistant core, as well as water- and mold-resistant facers on both sides. Verified independently as per ASTM D3273*, the standard test of mold resistance, ComfortGuard featuring the TemShield mold protection system scored a 10 of a possible 10 in laboratory evaluations. Its resistance to water absorption was tested per ASTM C473.
This material has been fire tested in accordance with the requirements of ASTM E119 and therefore may provide a fire rating of one or more hours, depending on the system in which it is applied. Because ASTM procedures require that fire tests be conducted on complete building assemblies/systems and not just on the board itself, the ability of any particular 5/8" Type X gypsum board to pass a specific ASTM fire test may well depend on factors other than the fire resistance of the gypsum board being tested. These factors include the other components used to construct the building system being tested, the manner in which the system is constructed and the inherent variability of ASTM fire tests. See our Fire-Resistant Gypsum Board page for more information.
Temple-Inland gypsum board products are third-party certified by Materials Analytical Services, LLC (MAS) to meet the performance standard established for low-emitting materials under the Collaborative for High Performance Schools (CHPS) Program.
In emissions level testing for carbon disulfide and carbonyl sulfide conducted by Materials Analytical Services (MAS), Temple-Inland gypsum board was determined to be negative for sulfur off-gassing and is not considered a problematic corrosive drywall type.
Gypsum board should be carried, never dragged, to prevent damaging the finished edges. When storing gypsum boards, store them indoors and protect them from weather and direct sunlight. Boards should be stored lying flat and neatly stacked. Care should be taken to prevent sagging or damage to edges, ends and surfaces. Placing boards against framing is not recommended.