Code of Massachusetts Regulations
780 CMR - STATE BOARD OF BUILDING REGULATIONS AND STANDARDS
Chapter 25 - Gypsum Board and Plaster
Section 2508 - GYPSUM CONSTRUCTION
Subsection 2508.2 - Limitations
Universal Citation: 780 CMR MA Code of Regs 2508.2
Current through Register 1531, September 27, 2024
Gypsum wallboard or gypsum plaster shall not be used in any exterior surface where such gypsum construction will be exposed directly to the weather. Gypsum wallboard shall not be used where there will be direct exposure to water or continuous high humidity conditions. Gypsum sheathing shall be installed on exterior surfaces in accordance with ASTM C 1280.
2508.2.1 Weather protection. Gypsum wallboard, gypsum lath or gypsum plaster shall not be installed until weather protection for the installation is provided.
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