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Access panels are an often overlooked, yet crucial, aspect of both residential and commercial construction projects. These panels provide concealed yet convenient access to building utilities such as plumbing, electrical systems, and HVAC units. While there are numerous materials available for constructing access panels, Glass Fiber Reinforced Gypsum (GFRG) stands out as a superior option…

Most buildings require access panels to be installed directly into walls near the utilities they support. An access panel is a small technical compartment that is commonly used to store plumbing components, circuit boxes, and electrical outlets. A well-designed access panel should be difficult to notice, creating a convenient opening while keeping to the wall’s…

Over the past several years, gypsum – especially glassfiber reinforced gypsum (GFRG), has become a very popular material used in the construction business. Gypsum is fire resistant and environmentally friendly, and is a lightweight mineral that is viable in nearly any design, color, size, or shape a project needs. Glassfiber reinforced gypsum (GFRG) is also…

Glass-fiber reinforced concrete, also referred to commonly as GFRC, is a modern construction material utilized for its strength and usefulness in a wide variety of different construction projects. A material that is known as much for its lightweight as its durability, GFRC also has the ability to mimic the look and feel of everything from…

Known commonly as GFRG or just GRG, glass-fiber reinforced gypsum is an industrial grade construction material and made out of a careful combination of glass fibers and gypsum. Glass fibers are a popular reinforcement material used to strengthen GFRG without adding unnecessary weight, while gypsum is a strong mineral made up of water, calcium and…

Glass Fiber Reinforced Concrete (GFRC) has taken the architectural world by storm, and for a good reason. Not only does it provide unparalleled design flexibility and robustness, but it’s also a cost-saving powerhouse in the construction industry. How does architectural GFRC save money on a project? Let’s delve into the different vehicles for project cost…

Glass Fiber Reinforced Concrete (GFRC) is making waves in the architectural design industry. Known for its versatility, strength, and aesthetic appeal, it’s becoming the go-to material for innovative and creative applications. But one question that often arises is: How thin can GFRC veneers be, especially when used for aesthetic architectural projects? Let’s delve into this…