Georgia-Pacific Building Products
Hearts on the Greens helps to keep families together
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. Hearts on the Green charity golf tournament raises funds for Ronald McDonald Houses of greater Dallas area. The roofing industry has long been recognized for its generosity and commitment to giving back. At the heart of this effort is the Roofing Alliance, the foundation of the National Roofing ...
The Canadian Roofing Expo: Mark your calendars for April 15-16, 2025!
By Emma Peterson. Get ready to explore Canada’s only dedicated show for roofing systems and technologies. With over 150 exhibitors, education sessions and demonstrations, the 2025 Canada Roofing Expo (formerly Rooftech) is the place to be! Hosted in Toronto, Canada at the International Centre, this is Canada’s biggest trade show and forum ...
DensDeck® StormX® Prime Roof Board wins Global Gypsum Product of the Year Award
Specifically engineered for Very Severe Hail (VSH) regions, this high-performance roof board is setting a new standard in roofing durability and protection. Georgia-Pacific Building Products is proud to announce that the DensDeck® StormX® Prime Roof Board has been awarded the Global Gypsum Product of the Year Award at the Global Gypsum ...
Building resilience: How roof systems adapt to growing foot traffic
By Jesse Sanchez. Understand the importance of roof durability as commercial rooftops evolve into multifunctional spaces. As the landscape of commercial roofing evolves, rooftops are no longer just about covering buildings — they’re becoming critical spaces for solar arrays, telecommunications, HVAC systems and even livable areas. In this episode of ...
Ensuring durability and safety in critical facilities
By Jesse Sanchez. Healthcare facilities must prioritize durability and hygiene while safeguarding against natural disasters. Healthcare buildings, such as hospitals and long-term care centers, play an essential role in community well-being. According to Georgia-Pacific Building Products, these facilities must not only provide healthcare services but also withstand the high demands of ...
Keep crews on profitable roofs, not costly repairs
By Jesse Sanchez. Give your team the advantage of efficiency and profit by using DensDeck® Roof Board to avoid costly callbacks and protect your work. Nothing derails productivity and profitability like the dreaded callback — a sudden request to repair a recently completed roof. For contractors looking to stay focused ...
The true meaning of sustainability in construction
By Georgia-Pacific Building Products. Sustainability is more than a trend; it’s a commitment to the future. The word "sustainability" is tossed around so often in the construction industry that its significance has become diluted. Yet, when you're selecting building materials from Georgia-Pacific Building Products, like the Dens® Suite of Gypsum Products, the ...
The future of commercial roofing is solar
By Dani Sheehan. With rising energy prices and a shift toward renewable energy, contractors who embrace solar installations will find themselves at the forefront of a growing market that values sustainability. In a recent episode of Coffee Conversations®, Heidi J. Ellsworth joined industry experts from Georgia-Pacific Building Products to discuss ...
Contractors brace for extreme weather
By Jesse Sanchez. As severe storms increase in frequency and intensity, roofing contractors must adapt to the new normal. The roofing industry is facing unprecedented challenges as extreme weather events, from severe hail to high winds and wildfires, become more frequent and destructive. Greg Hudson, director of commercial ...
Improving the industry’s fire-resistant standards
By Dani Sheehan. With an exponential increase in wildfires throughout the country, get ahead of building code changes by strengthening the fire resistance of commercial roofs. As wildfires continue to increase in threat and severity across the U.S., particularly in the West, the need for fire-resistant building systems has never ...
