Operating Guide

J1969/rev. 8-11
© 2011, United States Gypsum Company.
Printed in U.S.A.
Manufactured by
United States Gypsum Company
550 West Adams Street
Chicago, IL 60661
usg.com
Product Data Material: Latex-type formulation.
Types: Hand or mechanical application.
Freezing Sensitivity: Protect from freezing.
Coverage: Approximately 125 lb. to 150 lb./1,000 sq. ft. (61.0 to 73.2 kg/100 sq. m) of gypsum panels.
Compliance with Standards: Meets ASTM Standard C475.
Storage: Shelf life up to 9 months under storage conditions. Store compound in protected place, because extreme
heat or cold accelerates aging. Check production date codes periodically. Rotate stock on first-in, first-out basis.
Packaging: 48-lb., 50-lb. and 61.7-lb. (28 kg) pails and cartons. Cartons and pails will vary by geographic region.
Cleanup and Storage: Wash tools with warm, soapy water. Wipe tools dry to prevent rusting. Keep container tightly
sealed. Store in a dry location at room temperature. Protect from freezing, exposure to extreme heat and direct
sunlight.
Submittal Job Name
Approvals:
Contractor Date
WARNING:
Dust generated from sanding product
may cause eye, skin, nose, throat or
respiratory irritation. Use wet-sanding
to avoid creating dust. Avoid inhalation
of dust and eye contact. If dusty, wear
a NIOSH/MSHA-approved respirator.
Prolonged and repeated exposure to
respirable mica may cause lung disease.
Wear eye protection. Provide good gen-
eral ventilation and local exhaust ventila-
tion to avoid excessive amounts of dust. If
eye contact occurs, flush thoroughly with
water for 15 minutes. If irritation persists,
call physician. Do not ingest. If ingested,
call physician. Product safety information:
[phone]
Keep out of reach of children.
Trademarks:
The following trademarks used herein
are owned by United States Gypsum
Company: Sheetrock, Mold tough,
tuff-hide.
Note:
Products described here may not be
available in all geographic markets.
Consult your United States Gypsum
Company sales office or representative
for information.
Notice:
We shall not be liable for incidental and
consequential damages, directly or indi-
rectly sustained, nor for any loss caused
by application of these goods not in
accordance with current printed instruc-
tions or for other than the intended
use. Our liability is expressly limited to
replacement of defective goods. Any
claim shall be deemed waived unless
made in writing to us within thirty (30)
days from date it was or reasonably
should have been discovered.
SAFETY FIRST!
Follow good safety and industrial
hygiene practices during handling and
installing of all products and systems.
Take necessary precautions and wear
the appropriate personal protective
equipment as needed. Read material
safety data sheets and related literature
on products before specification and/
or installation.