On Thursday, September 14, 2017 at 3:53:52 PM UTC-4, Oren wrote:
On Wed, 13 Sep 2017 18:06:16 -0400, Arnie Goetchius
wrote:

Arnie Goetchius wrote:
One sheet rock contractor replacing the sheet rock in a Houston garage that was flooded by Harvey
says there are two sizes, one thicker than the other. Another sheet rock contractor working inside
the house says just use the standard size. Is there a thicker size that should be used in a garage?

After Googling the subject, looks like we should be using Type X which is 5/8 inch compared to the
standard which is 1/2 inch. It is also more fire resistant

I've always hung 5/8' in the ceiling, then 1/2" horizontal on the
walls. Garages may need the extra fire protection (longer time for
penetration). Ed gave you a good reply.

You mention Houston. A former poster, Heybub, lived in Houston (Harris
County) and implied there were no local building codes. You might see
a strip joint, bar and church built in close proximity to each other.

Simply said. Replace the size you take out... 5/8" or 1/2'.


Unless of course there are building codes and what was code whenever
isn't code anymore. Building permit? Maybe they don't have those,
but if they do, better find out. There isn't that much difference
in the cost of the drywall, but if you have to do it over, there will be.