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Muddskip Links Wall-Finishing Technology to New Trades Mentorship and Support Initiative

A new initiative connected to Muddskip’s wall-finishing technology aims to fund trades scholarships, mentorship, recovery resources and small business support for construction professionals.
February 15, 2026
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A new initiative connected to Muddskip’s wall-finishing technology aims to fund trades scholarships, mentorship, recovery resources and small business support for construction professionals.


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Using Expansion Beads in Residential Construction

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 is the content marketing specialist for Trim-Tex Inc.
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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fire-resistive joint systems

Fire-Resistive & Acoustic Joints: Defining, Designing, and Building for Movement

Designers and contractors frequently mix up key terms in head-of-wall joint specifications. Understanding how standards like ASTM E1966 and UL 2079 define movement is essential for choosing the right products and ensuring performance.
David Mistler, product manager at CEMCO.
David Mistler
October 6, 2025
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Clear definitions, careful product selection, and proper installation are essential for designing fire-resistive and acoustic joints that meet both movement and code-compliance requirements.
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LCAB Acquires Holt & Holt Drywall

LCAB Holdings Acquires the Georgia-based subcontractor, expanding commercial construction services across the southeast.
January 29, 2025
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LCAB Holdings Acquires the Georgia-based subcontractor, expanding commercial construction services across the southeast.


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