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Access panels are found in almost every commercial property, and many residential ones as well, where there is a need to hide electrical wiring, pipes, and other functional aspects of the building. Because they are so commonly used, access panels are available in a range of materials with metal, plastic, and GFRG as some of…

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The charm of historic buildings is undeniable. The ornamentation that characterized classic architecture – columns, ceiling medallions, cornices, mantel pieces, coffered ceilings, and more – creates a unique look that individuals and organizations alike seek to preserve. Many of the ornamental features were originally made from plaster castings that have decayed as time passed. While…

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Columns are a necessary structural element of many buildings, but the metal beams do not usually fit with the interior design. For interior columns, covers are installed and finished to match the decor and architecture. In the past, Interior column covers were typically created from materials like plaster, marble and stone. Plaster in particular was…

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Compared to pre-cast, stone, and other materials, GFRC has a far higher strength to weight ratio. For thicker materials, this makes them nearly impenetrable. But one of GFRC’s other benefits is that you do not have to create products of the same thickness as you would other materials. Many of our customers opt for GFRC…

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Glass Fiber Reinforced Gypsum, known by its acronym GFRG, is used as an interior finishing material as an alternative to plaster. The material uses glass fibers held together with gypsum concrete. This combination can be cast into any shape, is flame-retardant, and lightweight. GFRG also offers additional strength over plaster. But while it is extremely…

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Contractors are always trying to save money. A slightly cheaper wood, or a paint that's a few dollars less - all of these can help the contractor save money without sacrificing the quality of work to the customer. GC Products Inc. offers two off-the-shelf products that not only provide similar value, but are still of [...]read more

GFRG for Signs – Modern and Long Lasting GC Products develops architectural products out of GFRG. We are the preferred choice for column covers, ceilings, panels, and many other architectural products. But GFRG is a versatile material, capable of curves, angles, and any shape that you can imagine. It allows us to create products that…

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Hermes Flagship Store in San Francisco with Touches from GC Products Inc. Hermes International is known for high end fashion and luxury. For their San Francisco flagship store, GC Products was brought on by Swinerton Builders to help achieve the high-end architecture that matches the high-end brand. GC Products manufactured over 130 custom molds to cast the necessary…

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GFRG is a durable material. It typically has a flexural strength of 3000-4000 PSI, with a compressive strength of 7600 PSI. GFRG is specifically popular because it is one of the few products that combines strength and durability with considerably less total weight. That makes it: Easier to install.Easier to ship.Less likely to break/chip/damage. GFRG’s…

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