Image credit: Aleksander Zaitsev (iStock / Getty Images Plus) 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-drywall en-us webmaster@bnpmedia.com (W&C Staff) Celebrating 250 years of freedom, innovation, and the readers who build America's future together. Celebrating 250 years of freedom, innovation, and the readers who build America's future together.

]]> http://www.wconline.com/articles/98471 Sat, 04 Jul 2026 13:29:00 -0400 https://www.wconline.com/articles/98471-happy-250th-fourth-of-july-from-walls-and-ceilings bfishel@gypsum.org (Brooke Fishel) Drywall isn't WUI approved by itself. Learn why tested assemblies determine wildfire code compliance. Drywall isn't WUI approved by itself. Learn why tested assemblies determine wildfire code compliance.

]]> http://www.wconline.com/articles/98458 Thu, 02 Jul 2026 08:45:00 -0400 https://www.wconline.com/articles/98458-is-drywall-a-wui-approved-product-find-out-today IWUIC Image 780 x 439.jpg webmaster@bnpmedia.com (W&C Staff) Hiring slows even as construction jobs increase now. Hiring slows even as construction jobs increase now.

]]> http://www.wconline.com/articles/98463 Thu, 02 Jul 2026 00:00:35 -0400 https://www.wconline.com/articles/98463-construction-hiring-slows-despite-more-open-jobs Jolts_Table_6.30.26 780 x 439.jpg wyattj@bnpmedia.com (John Wyatt) A history of the craftsmen, contractors and materials that built America's walls and ceilings. http://www.wconline.com/articles/98441 Wed, 01 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.wconline.com/articles/98441-a-history-of-wall-and-ceiling-systems-in-the-us webmaster@bnpmedia.com (W&C Staff) Metro Walls expands its operations team with veteran project manager Juan Lopez. Metro Walls expands its operations team with veteran project manager Juan Lopez.

]]> http://www.wconline.com/articles/98457 Mon, 29 Jun 2026 08:45:00 -0400 https://www.wconline.com/articles/98457-metro-walls-adds-juan-lopez-as-project-manager zreissdavis@dustyrobotics.com (Zachary Reiss-Davis) John Ford explains why Dusty improves quality, cuts rework, and transforms project coordination. John Ford explains why Dusty improves quality, cuts rework, and transforms project coordination. 

]]> http://www.wconline.com/articles/98446 Fri, 26 Jun 2026 00:00:17 -0400 https://www.wconline.com/articles/98446-how-ford-drywall-and-stucco-reduces-risk-with-dusty John Ford Headshot 780 x 439.jpg Ford Drywall - Hero Image 780 x 439.jpg webmaster@bnpmedia.com (W&C Staff) New barrier mesh wall systems deliver ASTM F2322 Grade 3 and Grade 4 impact-tested performance. New barrier mesh wall systems deliver ASTM F2322 Grade 3 and Grade 4 impact-tested performance.

]]> http://www.wconline.com/articles/98450 Thu, 25 Jun 2026 17:11:00 -0400 https://www.wconline.com/articles/98450-clarkdietrich-launches-astm-f2322-barrier-mesh-walls webmaster@bnpmedia.com (W&C Staff) New FLEX drywall sanders cut fatigue with carbon fiber design and optional LED light ring. New FLEX drywall sanders cut fatigue with carbon fiber design and optional LED light ring.

]]> http://www.wconline.com/articles/98447 Thu, 25 Jun 2026 12:00:00 -0400 https://www.wconline.com/articles/98447-flex-launches-new-carbon-fiber-drywall-sanders kernt@bnpmedia.com (Tanja Kern) Autonomous drilling robots improve safety, precision and productivity on a major office build. Autonomous drilling robots improve safety, precision and productivity on a major office build.

]]> http://www.wconline.com/articles/98435 Sun, 21 Jun 2026 12:00:00 -0400 https://www.wconline.com/articles/98435-construction-robots-advance-frankfurt-office-build construction-robots-at-Frankfurt-office-block-2 780 x 439.jpg fischer construction robots are drilling the fixing holes into the concrete ceilings of the new office building in Frankfurt fully automatically. The digitally controlled processes ensure high precision, efficiency and consistent installation quality for the heating and cooling ceiling panels.   construction-robots-at-Frankfurt-office-block-3 780 x 439.jpg The construction robots are making a significant contribution to the efficient construction of the new office building in Frankfurt. The high precision, combined with significant time and cost savings during the drilling process, accelerates construction progress and supports the project’s success.  webmaster@bnpmedia.com (W&C Staff) Two construction firms will pay more than $302,000 after a D.C. investigation found over 100 workers were improperly classified as independent contractors. Two construction firms will pay more than $302,000 after a D.C. investigation found over 100 workers were improperly classified as independent contractors.

]]> http://www.wconline.com/articles/98430 Thu, 18 Jun 2026 14:00:00 -0400 https://www.wconline.com/articles/98430-dc-drywall-contractors-to-pay-302k-in-worker-case webmaster@bnpmedia.com (W&C Staff) A truck crash scattered drywall across Sawgrass Expressway, forcing lane closures on June 11. A truck crash scattered drywall across Sawgrass Expressway, forcing lane closures on June 11.

]]> http://www.wconline.com/articles/98413 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 10:00:00 -0400 https://www.wconline.com/articles/98413-sawgrass-crash-spills-drywall-closes-lanes-fast webmaster@bnpmedia.com (W&C Staff) New USG facility in Orange, Texas, will create jobs and expand North American production. New USG facility in Orange, Texas, will create jobs and expand North American production.

]]> http://www.wconline.com/articles/98414 Mon, 15 Jun 2026 00:00:06 -0400 https://www.wconline.com/articles/98414-usg-invests-12b-in-texas-plant-adding-200-jobs webmaster@bnpmedia.com (W&C Staff) The acquisition expands ABC Supply Interiors’ presence in the Milwaukee metro area and strengthens its ability to support local contractors and builders. The acquisition expands ABC Supply Interiors’ presence in the Milwaukee metro area and strengthens its ability to support local contractors and builders.

]]> http://www.wconline.com/articles/98408 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 16:00:00 -0400 https://www.wconline.com/articles/98408-abc-supply-interiors-acquires-wallboard-inc wyattj@bnpmedia.com (John Wyatt) Top Northwest contractors earned honors at the 2026 Wall & Ceiling Conference in Las Vegas. http://www.wconline.com/articles/98386 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.wconline.com/articles/98386-northwest-wall-and-ceiling-bureau-project-of-the-year-awards-2026 webmaster@bnpmedia.com (W&C Staff) USG has opened a new Alberta manufacturing plant that will produce Sheetrock wallboard, expanding capacity and strengthening supply across Western Canada. USG has opened a new Alberta manufacturing plant that will produce Sheetrock wallboard, expanding capacity and strengthening supply across Western Canada.

]]> http://www.wconline.com/articles/98398 Wed, 10 Jun 2026 12:00:00 -0400 https://www.wconline.com/articles/98398-usg-opens-alberta-wallboard-plant-expands-capacity webmaster@bnpmedia.com (W&C Staff) Construction hiring remained strong in May, led by specialty trades and nonresidential growth. Construction hiring remained strong in May, led by specialty trades and nonresidential growth.

]]> http://www.wconline.com/articles/98389 Tue, 09 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.wconline.com/articles/98389-nonresidential-construction-adds-15-700-jobs-in-may Jobs_Table_6.5.26 780 x 439.jpg wyattj@bnpmedia.com (John Wyatt) Employees joined thousands of volunteers helping build homes during Habitat's Atlanta event. 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 wyattj@bnpmedia.com (John Wyatt) Historic Benjamin Button home restoration showcases expert plastering and painting craftsmanship. 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 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. 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 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. 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 wyattj@bnpmedia.com (John Wyatt) Major gypsum producers balance slower construction demand with expansion and sustainability. 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 bfishel@gypsum.org (Brooke Fishel) Learn which gypsum panels are code-approved behind tile in wet bath and shower areas. 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 Explore how specialty gypsum panels improve durability, acoustics, fire safety and design. 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 Finished Curved Drywall.jpeg Glass Mat Gypsum Panel.jpeg wyattj@bnpmedia.com (John Wyatt) Urbanization and remodeling trends fuel strong growth in the global joint compound market worldwide. 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 webmaster@bnpmedia.com (W&C Staff) Metro Walls expands operations team with Jamie Gibbs joining as Project Manager in New England. 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 webmaster@bnpmedia.com (W&C Staff) PCG deploys platform to automate drywall and ceiling progress tracking across U.S. jobs. 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 wyattj@bnpmedia.com (John Wyatt) AGC of NH recognized leading projects, contractors and safety excellence at 2026 awards gala, Optiline recognized among the winners. 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 wyattj@bnpmedia.com (John Wyatt) AISI webinar explores steel bridge durability, Buy America policy and infrastructure funding needs. 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 wyattj@bnpmedia.com (John Wyatt) QXO targets growth through TopBuild synergies, digital tools and bundled contractor services. 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 kate@freelancebykate.com (Kate Gawlik) Flex-Ability Concepts awards OU student Dawson Danner scholarship supporting career in architecture. 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