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What is the difference between type x drywall and type C.

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The main difference between Type X and Type C drywall is their fire resistance and composition.Type X Drywall Contains glass fibers to improve fire resistance.Typically 5/8-inch thick but also available in 1/2-inch.Provides a minimum of 45 minutes to 1 hour of fire resistance in a properly installed system.Used in fire-rated assemblies such as walls and ceilings in commercial and residential buildings.Type C Drywall An enhanced version of Type X drywall with more glass fibers and additional vermiculite in the core.Available in 1/2-inch and 5/8-inch thickness.Designed to resist shrinkage under high heat, reducing the risk of wall collapse during a fire.Offers better fire resistance than Type X—often rated for up to 2–4 hours in certain applications.**Key Differences The main difference between Type X and Type C drywall is their fire resistance and composition.Type X Drywall Contains glass fibers to improve fire resistance.Typically 5/8-inch thick but also available in 1/2-inch.Provides a minimum of 45 minutes to 1 hour of fire resistance in a properly installed system.Used in fire-rated assemblies such as walls and ceilings in commercial and residential buildings.Type C DrywallAn enhanced version of Type X drywall with more glass fibers and additional vermiculite in the core.Available in 1/2-inch and 5/8-inch thickness.Designed to resist shrinkage under high heat, reducing the risk of wall collapse during a fire.Offers better fire resistance than Type X—often rated for up to 2–4 hours in certain applications.**Key Differences

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