Drywall Building Codes and Standards Services

Hollow metal fire-rated door installed in a commercial building corridor in Ontario

7 July

Metal Door and Access Door Installation – The Last Thing Contractors Think About

How hollow metal door frames and access doors get installed on commercial projects — sequencing, rough opening prep, coordination and the mistakes we see most.

Light gauge steel ceiling framing grid installed against a concrete slab in a commercial building in Ontario

2 July

Light Gauge Steel Framing vs. Wood Framing in Commercial Construction – A Contractor’s Breakdown

Comparing light gauge steel and wood framing for commercial builds in Ontario — fire performance, dimensional stability, weight, fastening and when each system applies.

Fire caulking applied around multiple pipe penetrations through a 2-hour fire rated wall in a commercial mechanical room in Ontario

4 June

Fire Caulking in Commercial Buildings — What the OBC Actually Requires

What the OBC requires for fire caulking in commercial buildings — ULC-listed systems, penetration types, installation standards, and why it gets missed.

Contractor installing a 2-hour fire-rated shaft wall assembly on a commercial construction site in Ontario

4 June

Shaft Wall Assembly — What It Is and When It’s Required in Ontario

Everything contractors need to know about shaft wall assembly in Ontario — OBC requirements, installation sequence, common field errors, and when a standard partition won't…

Stack of 5/8 inch Fire-Shield Type X drywall panels, UL Type SCX, ASTM C1396 certified, pink face paper, gypsum core edge detail visible

6 May

Type X Drywall in Commercial Buildings – What Ontario’s Building Code Actually Requires

Fire-resistant drywall comes up on almost every commercial project — but the specifics of which assemblies, ratings and locations apply often get sorted out too…

Two drywall panels side by side — pink fire-resistant drywall Type X and standard grey drywall, showing the difference between the two materials

1 May

Fire-Rated Drywall vs. Standard Drywall in Commercial Projects – A Contractor’s Comparison

Where does fire-rated board go and where does standard board go? A contractor's view of the real decisions, costs and code requirements on commercial projects.

Moisture-resistant drywall is required — contractor installing green board drywall panels on steel stud framing in a commercial kitchen build by Express Drywall Services

24 March

Where Moisture-Resistant Drywall Is Required in Commercial Buildings

Learn where moisture-resistant drywall is required in commercial buildings — from kitchens and restrooms to mechanical rooms and basements across the GTA.

Hidden cost of mold — peeling paint and water-damaged drywall with brown mold stains at baseboard level in a commercial interior, moisture damage repair by Express Drywall Services

18 March

The Hidden Cost of Mold — Why Skipping Moisture-Resistant Drywall Costs More

The hidden cost of mold in commercial buildings goes far beyond cleanup — Express Drywall Services explains why the wrong drywall spec always costs more…

Plaster vs drywall renovation showing old plaster wall replaced by new drywall surface

14 January

Plaster vs Drywall – Key Differences, Pros & When to Use Each

Plaster and drywall serve different purposes. We break down key differences, costs, repairs and when each wall system makes sense based on real contractor experience.

contractor preparing rolls of attic insulation inside a wood-framed loft under natural light

13 November

Attic Insulation Tips to Keep Your Home Energy Efficient

Discover expert attic insulation tips to boost energy efficiency, reduce heat loss and keep your Ontario home comfortable all year with Express Drywall Services.

Drywall colour samples and measuring tools on a wooden table

6 November

How Many Drywall Colours Are There? Does Drywall Colour Really Matter?

Ever wondered why drywall comes in different colours? Here's what each colour means and when to use it.

Conference room with smooth drywall walls and suspended ceiling panels – drywall finishes for office interiors.

22 October

Drywall Finishes Explained – Which One Is Right for Your Project?

Express Drywall Services explains drywall finishes - from Level 0 to Level 5 - helping you choose the perfect finish for your space.

Finished office interior with modern drywall walls and lighting – best drywall solutions GTA.

14 October

Best Drywall Solutions for Office, Retail and Tenant Spaces in the GTA

Express Drywall Services delivers the best drywall solutions across the GTA - building durable, fire-safe and acoustic interiors for offices, retail and tenant spaces.

Construction manager and contractor discussing project plans on-site, wearing lime green safety gear, representing the importance of choosing the right framing and drywall partner with Express Drywall Services.

12 August

Why Commercial Projects Need the Right Framing & Drywall Partner

Discover why the right framing and drywall contractor matters. Express Drywall Services ensures safety, durability and flawless finishes through expert installation and proper project coordination.