When drywall and veneer plaster construction moved into high- rise buildings, it brought with it the new challenge of moving large gypsum boards from the ground to the point of use, stories above. Inefficient materials handling at the job site can add cost and reduce profit. Time and money savings can be substantial when correct handling procedures are used. Your U.S. Gypsum Company representative can help in determining job-site handling costs and methods suited to particular job conditions. Gypsum board products should be ordered for delivery several days in advance of installation.
Materials stored on the job for a long period of time are subject to damage.
Gypsum boards, like millwork, must be handled with care to avoid damage. Since joint compounds and veneer plaster finishes are subject to aging, they must not be stored for extended periods. Board should be placed inside under cover and stacked flat on a clean floor in the centers of the largest rooms. It is often desirable to place the necessary number of boards in the location where they will be used. All materials used on the job should remain in their packaging until ready for actual use.