Every year, Walls & Ceilings magazine is kicking off its annual competition, the W&C Top 50 Contractors.

Two new public spaces in the Versailles Pavilion Dufour shine with detailed gold Escale 5x1 from GKD as part of a redevelopment project designed by French architect, Dominique Perrault. Among the classic stone and wood materials, is an awe-inspiring golden ceiling made of shimmering, golden metal fabric. The metal mesh dresses the entryway, where visitors begin their tour, making a strong architectural statement. Then, throughout the gallery gold Escale creates a modern accent that contrasts beautifully against a natural palette.

ABC Supply said it has entered an agreement with USG Corp. to buy L&W Supply for $670 million in cash and is expected to close before the end of 2016.

Sto Corp. named as member of the winning team in exteriors category.

CS Unitec's ELS 225.1 Drywall Sander with VacuGlide prepares wall and ceiling seams with a smooth finish quickly, cleanly and with 60 percent less effort prior to painting, plastering or decorating. 

This year's Saint-Gobain Gypsum International Trophy Awards ceremony took place June 3-5, 2016. With more than 90 contractors from 35 different countries, 14 winner was named June 3 in Prague.