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Read about the art of drywall installation and finishing with expert guidance, innovative techniques, and industry best practices. From taping and mudding to fire-resistant solutions and sustainability, stay ahead with the latest trends shaping drywall construction.

]]> https://www.wconline.com/rss/2644 en-us Simpson Strong-Tie Marks Habitat Milestone with Support of 2026 Carter Work Project wyattj@bnpmedia.com (John Wyatt) Employees joined thousands of volunteers helping build homes during Habitat's Atlanta event.

]]> http://www.wconline.com/articles/98383 Fri, 05 Jun 2026 12:00:00 -0400 https://www.wconline.com/articles/98383-simpson-strong-tie-marks-habitat-milestone-with-support-of-2026-carter-work-project Jason Bertoniere Inc. on Historic Renovation wyattj@bnpmedia.com (John Wyatt) http://www.wconline.com/articles/98380 Thu, 04 Jun 2026 10:19:09 -0400 https://www.wconline.com/articles/98380-jason-bertoniere-inc-on-historic-renovation Construction Job Openings Rise by 25,000 in April kernt@bnpmedia.com (Tanja Kern) Texas and Louisiana have the largest number and percent of 12-month increases, while California and Alaska lag; Florida and New Mexico lead in monthly gains, while New Jersey and Maine have the biggest and steepest losses.


]]> http://www.wconline.com/articles/98372 Wed, 03 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.wconline.com/articles/98372-construction-job-openings-rise-by-25-000-in-april ABC Jolts_Table_6.2.26 780 x 439.jpg Wichita Drywall Worker Dies After Scaffolding Fall webmaster@bnpmedia.com (W&C Staff) A Midwest Drywall employee died after falling about 60 feet from scaffolding at the Wichita Biomedical Campus project. Federal safety officials are investigating.

]]> http://www.wconline.com/articles/98367 Tue, 02 Jun 2026 09:00:00 -0400 https://www.wconline.com/articles/98367-wichita-drywall-worker-dies-after-scaffolding-fall Gypsum Sales Hold Amid Market Shifts in the U.S. wyattj@bnpmedia.com (John Wyatt) Major gypsum producers balance slower construction demand with expansion and sustainability.

]]> http://www.wconline.com/articles/98359 Fri, 29 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.wconline.com/articles/98359-gypsum-sales-hold-amid-market-shifts-in-the-us Tile Backer Rules for Showers and Baths bfishel@gypsum.org (Brooke Fishel) Learn which gypsum panels are code-approved behind tile in wet bath and shower areas.

]]> http://www.wconline.com/articles/98358 Thu, 28 May 2026 09:44:34 -0400 https://www.wconline.com/articles/98358-tile-backer-rules-for-showers-and-baths Minimum Tile Coverage for Bath and Shower Applications 780 x 439.jpg Specialty Gypsum Panels Expand Building Uses Explore how specialty gypsum panels improve durability, acoustics, fire safety and design.

]]> http://www.wconline.com/articles/98352 Wed, 27 May 2026 10:39:10 -0400 https://www.wconline.com/articles/98352-specialty-gypsum-panels-expand-building-uses Glass Mat Gypsum Panel.jpeg Finished Curved Drywall.jpeg Joint Compound Market to Reach $9.7B by 2033 wyattj@bnpmedia.com (John Wyatt) Urbanization and remodeling trends fuel strong growth in the global joint compound market worldwide.

]]> http://www.wconline.com/articles/98346 Mon, 25 May 2026 09:52:48 -0400 https://www.wconline.com/articles/98346-joint-compound-market-to-reach-97b-by-2033 Metro Walls Adds PM to Strengthen Operations webmaster@bnpmedia.com (W&C Staff) Metro Walls expands operations team with Jamie Gibbs joining as Project Manager in New England.

]]> http://www.wconline.com/articles/98344 Sun, 24 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.wconline.com/articles/98344-metro-walls-adds-pm-to-strengthen-operations PCG Selects Track3D for Drywall Tracking webmaster@bnpmedia.com (W&C Staff) PCG deploys platform to automate drywall and ceiling progress tracking across U.S. jobs.

]]> http://www.wconline.com/articles/98324 Mon, 18 May 2026 11:00:00 -0400 https://www.wconline.com/articles/98324-pcg-selects-track3d-for-drywall-tracking AGC of New Hampshire Honors 2026 Construction Excellence wyattj@bnpmedia.com (John Wyatt) AGC of NH recognized leading projects, contractors and safety excellence at 2026 awards gala, Optiline recognized among the winners.

]]> http://www.wconline.com/articles/98322 Sun, 17 May 2026 00:00:11 -0400 https://www.wconline.com/articles/98322-agc-of-new-hampshire-honors-2026-construction-excellence 2026 Achievements Submissions - Graphic 780 x 439.jpg Steel Bridge Webinar Focuses on Infrastructure ROI wyattj@bnpmedia.com (John Wyatt) AISI webinar explores steel bridge durability, Buy America policy and infrastructure funding needs.

]]> http://www.wconline.com/articles/98308 Mon, 11 May 2026 10:46:00 -0400 https://www.wconline.com/articles/98308-steel-bridge-webinar-focuses-on-infrastructure-roi QXO Maps TopBuild Growth, Tech Integration Plan wyattj@bnpmedia.com (John Wyatt) QXO targets growth through TopBuild synergies, digital tools and bundled contractor services.

]]> http://www.wconline.com/articles/98307 Mon, 11 May 2026 10:25:00 -0400 https://www.wconline.com/articles/98307-qxo-maps-topbuild-growth-tech-integration-plan Flex-Ability Concepts Announces Scholarship Awarded to OU Architecture Student kate@freelancebykate.com (Kate Gawlik) Flex-Ability Concepts awards OU student Dawson Danner scholarship supporting career in architecture.

]]> http://www.wconline.com/articles/98301 Wed, 06 May 2026 10:24:00 -0400 https://www.wconline.com/articles/98301-flex-ability-concepts-announces-scholarship-awarded-to-ou-architecture-student Walbridge Builds Michigan’s Largest Data Center wyattj@bnpmedia.com (John Wyatt) Gigawatt AI campus drives union work, prefab systems and high-performance builds in Michigan.

]]> http://www.wconline.com/articles/98296 Wed, 06 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.wconline.com/articles/98296-walbridge-builds-michigans-largest-data-center WalbridgeLOGO_Black_RGB 780 x 439.jpg SFIA Presents Free Webinar on Fire Resistance and Sound Control in Steel-Framed Construction This one-hour webinar covers the principles of fire resistance and acoustics, and the importance of balancing fire and sound performance in steel-framed construction.

]]> http://www.wconline.com/articles/98298 Tue, 05 May 2026 15:00:00 -0400 https://www.wconline.com/articles/98298-sfia-presents-free-webinar-on-fire-resistance-and-sound-control-in-steel-framed-construction ClarkDietrich Rigid Connectors Earn Certification ClarkDietrich obtains third-party certification for rigid connectors, expanding design data for blast and seismic applications.


]]> http://www.wconline.com/articles/98294 Tue, 05 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.wconline.com/articles/98294-clarkdietrich-rigid-connectors-earn-certification CPKC to Serve New Alberta Gypsum Board Plant wyattj@bnpmedia.com (John Wyatt) Rail access set to boost CGC wallboard supply, cut logistics costs across Western Canada.

]]> http://www.wconline.com/articles/98291 Sun, 03 May 2026 09:41:00 -0400 https://www.wconline.com/articles/98291-cpkc-to-serve-new-alberta-gypsum-board-plant Minnesota Drywall Contractor Faces Costly Tax Case wyattj@bnpmedia.com (John Wyatt) Felony charges allege five years of unreported income and unpaid taxes tied to drywall businesses.

]]> http://www.wconline.com/articles/98280 Fri, 01 May 2026 21:41:59 -0400 https://www.wconline.com/articles/98280-minnesota-drywall-contractor-faces-costly-tax-case Clearance Requirements for Gypsum Panels Near Floors and Grade bfishel@gypsum.org (Brooke Fishel) Gypsum panel clearance rules protect assemblies from moisture, damage and long-term performance risks.

]]> http://www.wconline.com/articles/98279 Fri, 01 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.wconline.com/articles/98279-clearance-requirements-for-gypsum-panels-near-floors-and-grade Minimum Clearance for Panels at Grade 780 x 439.jpg Submit Now For W&C Top 50 Contractors 2026! wyattj@bnpmedia.com (John Wyatt) Enter W&C’s Top 50 Contractors; share history, team photos and data for the August feature.

]]> http://www.wconline.com/articles/98285 Thu, 30 Apr 2026 11:08:00 -0400 https://www.wconline.com/articles/98285-submit-now-for-w-and-c-top-50-contractors-2026 Women Who Build: NWCB’s Freeman is a Person Who Knows How to Run a Tight Industry Event wyattj@bnpmedia.com (John Wyatt) http://www.wconline.com/articles/98270 Sun, 26 Apr 2026 11:33:00 -0400 https://www.wconline.com/articles/98270-women-who-build-nwcbs-freeman-is-a-person-who-knows-how-to-run-a-tight-industry-event NWCB 2026 Seminars Target Field, Business Gaps wyattj@bnpmedia.com (John Wyatt) NWCB 2026 seminars in Las Vegas emphasize risk management, training tactics and labor challenges.


]]> http://www.wconline.com/articles/98269 Sat, 25 Apr 2026 09:53:00 -0400 https://www.wconline.com/articles/98269-nwcb-2026-seminars-target-field-business-gaps Track Lifts Board, Cuts Moisture Risk Pro from Telling Ind. Steel shelf track lifts board 2 inches, limiting wicking, boosting fire, sound and install speed gains.

]]> http://www.wconline.com/articles/98262 Thu, 23 Apr 2026 13:11:33 -0400 https://www.wconline.com/articles/98262-track-lifts-board-cuts-moisture-risk-pro-from-telling-ind Fire-rated Sheathing Cuts Layers, Labor from Arclin webmaster@bnpmedia.com (W&C Staff) The sheathing adds up to 90-min rating, larger panels cut seams, speed installs on site.

]]> http://www.wconline.com/articles/98261 Thu, 23 Apr 2026 11:51:00 -0400 https://www.wconline.com/articles/98261-fire-rated-sheathing-cuts-layers-labor-from-arclin NWCB Hosts Exclusive Tour of Carpenters Training Center wyattj@bnpmedia.com (John Wyatt) The bureau's 2026 event in Las Vegas pairs education with a hands-on training center tour.


]]> http://www.wconline.com/articles/98260 Thu, 23 Apr 2026 11:00:00 -0400 https://www.wconline.com/articles/98260-nwcb-hosts-exclusive-tour-of-carpenters-training-center QXO to Acquire TopBuild in $17 Billion Distribution Deal webmaster@bnpmedia.com (W&C Staff) Acquisition expands insulation install capacity, impacting pricing, sequencing and supply for interior trades

]]> http://www.wconline.com/articles/98247 Sun, 19 Apr 2026 13:43:29 -0400 https://www.wconline.com/articles/98247-qxo-to-acquire-topbuild-in-17-billion-distribution-deal Construction Labor Gap Is a Pipeline Failure Contractors face a 349K worker shortfall driven by weak entry-level pipelines, not hiring effort.

]]> http://www.wconline.com/articles/98244 Sun, 19 Apr 2026 10:25:00 -0400 https://www.wconline.com/articles/98244-construction-labor-gap-is-a-pipeline-failure USG Highlights Market Trends at BUILD26 Event wyattj@bnpmedia.com (John Wyatt) The company’s John Pappas outlines market shifts, risks and growth areas for wall and ceiling contractors.

]]> http://www.wconline.com/articles/98239 Thu, 16 Apr 2026 09:00:00 -0400 https://www.wconline.com/articles/98239-usg-highlights-market-trends-at-build26-event Construction Backlog Rises, Confidence Improves wyattj@bnpmedia.com (John Wyatt) Construction backlog climbs in March as contractor confidence stays strong, ABC reports.

]]> http://www.wconline.com/articles/98234 Tue, 14 Apr 2026 16:00:38 -0400 https://www.wconline.com/articles/98234-construction-backlog-rises-confidence-improves