Description Gold Bond® BRAND Hi-Abuse® XP® Gypsum Board is an abuse-resistant gypsum board with a heavy abrasion resistant paper and a specially formulated core that provides greater resistance to surface indentation and abuse. Hi-Abuse XP Gypsum Board is designed to provide extra protection against mold and mildew compared to standard gypsum board products. Hi-Abuse XP contains a fire-resistant Type X gypsum core that provides additional fire resistance when used in tested assemblies. Hi-Abuse XP products are easily identified by National Gypsum’s original PURPLE™ color.
Advantages
Heavy abrasion resistant paper and denser core provide greater resistance to surface abuse and indentation when tested in accordance with ASTM C 1629.
Enhanced mold resistance per ASTM G 21 (0) and ASTM D 3273 (10).
Hi-Abuse XP features a fire resistant Type X core and is UL classified and approved for inclusion in specific UL fire-rated designs.
Hi-Abuse XP is GREENGUARD Children & Schools Indoor Air Quality Certified®.
Available Products
5/8” Hi-Abuse XP - Type X
LEED Documentation Visit the Green Product Score (GPS) for LEED documents for National Gypsum products.