The Advantages of Drywall Grid
Why care about drywall grid on your project?
Sponsored by Armstrong World Industries | By Erika Fredrickson
In this Continuing Education Unit, we will discuss traditional drywall framing methods compared to pre-engineered methods. We will review why this Drywall Grid method will have a bigger impact than you think on your overall project or design.
- How to Find Savings in a Design to Keep That Signature Space (VEs)
- Drywall Grid Benefits & Capabilities
- Current Sustainability Landscape & Embodied Carbons
- Embodied Carbons & Drywall Grid Products
- Traditional vs. Pre-engineered Installation & Cost Comparisons
- Case Studies
- Solutions to Common Conditions & Problems Faced on Projects
- MEP, Ceiling Height, Fixture Integration, Ceiling Transitions, and Complex or Curved Framing Finished Project Examples
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Originally published in Architectural Record
Originally published in August 2022
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
- Explain the design, sustainability, and construction benefits of preengineered drywall grid versus traditional ceiling design and construction practices.
- Describe the integration opportunities for pre-engineered drywall grid with other design elements that lead to more sustainable and affordable projects.
- Discuss how collaborating early with partners better ensures best practices that lead to sustainable and affordable projects.
- List the benefits a hotel experienced in the case study involving preengineered drywall grid.
