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ClarkDietrich Showcases Framing, Finishing Tech at BUILD26

Company highlights framing connector, digital tools and fire-rated wall systems at AWCI expo.

March 9, 2026

ClarkDietrich will feature framing connectors, digital design tools, fire-rated exterior systems and sustainable drywall finishing products at AWCI BUILD26 in New Orleans.

Trim-Tex Announces Leadership Transition to Support Long-Term Growth and 100-Year Vision

Trim-Tex announced a leadership transition completing a multi-year succession plan, positioning the company for long-term, generational growth under a new executive structure.

January 15, 2026

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The company announced a leadership transition, completing a multi-year succession plan, positioning the company for long-term, generational growth under a new executive structure.

Using Expansion Beads in Residential Construction

While expansion beads are commonly used in commercial construction, strategically installing them in long or transitional walls and ceilings of residential homes can prevent cracks, accommodate structural movement, and even enhance fire safety, despite creating visible lines in the finish.

J. Michael Osborne

December 5, 2025

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While expansion beads are commonly used in commercial construction, strategically installing them in long or transitional walls and ceilings of residential homes can prevent cracks, accommodate structural movement, and even enhance fire safety, despite creating visible lines in the finish.

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Straight-edge Beads by ClarkDietrich Building Systems

The company creates clean, straight edges, twice as fast beads, and uses half the compound compared to tear-off bead.

October 30, 2025

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The company creates clean, straight edges, twice as fast beads, and uses half the compound compared to tear-off bead.

ClarkDietrich Launches Diamond Spray Adhesive

ClarkDietrich has introduced Diamond Spray Adhesive, a fast-setting, California-compliant solution designed to simplify and strengthen vinyl cornerbead installation for drywall professionals.

August 28, 2025

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ClarkDietrich has introduced Diamond Spray Adhesive, a fast-setting, California-compliant solution designed to simplify and strengthen vinyl corner bead installation for drywall professionals.

Dramatic Innovations in Drywall

Many of our drywall companies have introduced a great selection of new products and accessories

John Wyatt

June 16, 2025

Each year, major industry trade shows unveil innovative drywall products designed to boost efficiency and performance on the jobsite. Staying true to our commitment to covering the latest in drywall, here’s a roundup of new and improved products developed specifically for the wall and ceiling industry.

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January 30, 2025

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New Pro-Flex300 Corner Bead from ClarkDietrich Offers One-Pass Finish

October 31, 2024

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ClarkDietrich has introduced Pro-Flex³⁰⁰ to its Strait-Flex portfolio of drywall finishing products. Pro-Flex³⁰⁰ is a muddable, PVC-free, flexible corner bead that wipes down in as little as one pass.

New Innovations

A selection of some of the new products showcased at industry trade shows this year.

John Wyatt

June 18, 2024

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A selection of some of the new products showcased at industry trade shows this year.

Improve Corner Quality and Save on Labor and Materials

June 5, 2024

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Ideal for EIFS and direct-applied, 2209MESH Corner Bead combines Plastic Components’ reliable PVC corner bead with fire- and alkaline-resistant, 4.5-ounce fiberglass mesh for a time-saving alternative to wrapping corners by hand with multiple pieces of mesh.