Walls & Ceilings

May 26, 2026

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Trump Expands Pell Grants for Workforce Training

New Workforce Pell Grants could reshape career training and fast-track skilled worker hiring.

QXO Just Changed the Game-Here's What Contractors Are Asking

Consolidation and vertical integration are reshaping the construction landscape—and wall and ceiling contractors should be evaluating the risk now. Read More

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Minnesota Drywall Contractor Faces Costly Tax Case

Felony charges allege five years of unreported income and unpaid taxes tied to drywall businesses.

ABC: Construction Costs Up 6.2 Percent Since January 2026

Rising steel and energy costs may squeeze contractor margins and slow projects this year nationwide.

ICAA Webinar to Break Down 2024 IECC Rules

ICAA webinar explores 2024 IECC updates, insulation rules and air leakage standards.

Multifin metal wall panel on exterior of building

ATAS Launches MultiFin Metal Wall Panel Series

ATAS introduced MultiFin, a customizable metal wall panel series designed for flexible rainscreen façade applications across commercial and residential projects.

USG Advances High-NRC Ceiling Panel Solutions

Mars 95/30 and Juno panels deliver balanced acoustics, durability and clean ceiling design.

Credits 1 AIA LU/HSW; 0.1 ICC CEU

This course will explore the pivotal role architects and lighting design play in creating safer, more sustainable spaces. Learn how to avoid common lighting mistakes and make informed decisions that create the best visual environment for occupants.