G Henslee wrote:
Joe wrote:
I am renovating an 1870s house in MA and started by gutting a small
bedroom on the 2nd floor. After insulating, I plan to install blueboard
with veneer plaster. I have read DIY books, Building codes and these
discussion groups but I cant figure out whether I need 5/8" or 1/2"
blueboard. I guess it depends on local building codes and where the
room is located, but I am wondering what the rule of thumb is? 1/2"
blueboard is readily available, while I would need to go to a
commercial dealer to get 5/8". Which brings up another
question....does 1/2" blueboard/sheetrock plus the 1/8" veneer count as
the 5/8? Any thoughts would be appreciated.

Thanks

Joe


Your post doesn't indicate why you think you need 5/8". 1/2" should suffice.

Also, here's an excellent primer about wallboard(s) and the reason why
blueboard *should* be used for your veneer.

http://www.wconline.com/CDA/ArticleI...,83959,00.html

Thanks for that. Scratching around in the back of my mind was a vague
recollection that 5/8 rock is required on ceilings. Last time I had
need for that was over 30 years ago. I see I was right but that there
is a 1/2" product that is a 5/8 equivalent.

Harry K