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Over the past several years, the world has seen record breaking summer heat and unexpected freezing or rainy winters. In the construction world, architects often need to consider how extreme weather might play a role in whether their designs are going to be capable of withstanding the elements, as even the best build is not…

Access panels can be used in any room, to gain access to essentially any part of your property. Access panels can be especially useful for plumbers and plumbing systems. There are often places all around a property where a plumber might need access right away, and you want to avoid any costly demolition or property…

GC Products offers a lineup of glass fiber reinforced access panels constructed from lightweight and durable GFRG. Our ready to order access panels offer an affordable and attractive way to add access panels. We have designed our access panels to meet the requirements and building codes for the majority of properties and access panel uses…

GC Products creates custom access panels made with GFRG, the best material for making flush, nearly completely hidden access panels and doors. We have thousands of access panel products that are immediately ready to be shipped to any location in the US or beyond, each one carefully crafted to be high quality, long lasting, and…

Access panels are a standard component in almost every commercial space for securing building components and keeping them out of view. There are many material options available for access panel construction, but the leading option is glass fiber reinforced gypsum.  This material, often called GFRG or GRG for short, contains a mixture of gypsum strengthened…

In general, glass fiber reinforced concrete (GFRC) is the recommended material for exterior applications because it is waterproof and weather proof. Meanwhile, most contractors will use glass fiber reinforced gypsum (GFRG) inside. With its drywall like texture, it matches traditional interior elements and is not waterproof. But GFRC can also be readily used for indoor…

GFRC is an increasingly popular material, preferred by contractors and architects. Combining glass fibers and concrete, it resembles precast in strength and appearance but is approximately ⅓ of the weight. At GC Products, we fabricate column covers, wall panels, domes, and more from GFRC. We are also able to ship completed products, giving you a…

When your construction project calls for either a significant number of architectural elements or larger pieces, GFRC can offer the most cost effective solution, both during the initial installation and over time, with some unexpected cost savings. For these reasons, it can be a good financial decision to utilize GFRC for multiple architectural elements in…

Stone is a desirable look for many properties. Architectural elements made of stone have a classic look that fits well with a wide range of architectural styles. But natural stone has not been a common material in construction for many decades as it is expensive and requires experienced craftsmen to carve and install. Instead, cast…

GFRG is a leading choice for interior column covers. Available in any design, affordably priced, and durable, GFRG is also extremely easy to install. Column covers made from GFRG do not generally require heavy equipment or extensive manpower to assemble and install, instead sharing a similar process to standard drywall installation. The installation process should…