CertainTeed Extreme Abuse® Abuse-Resistant Drywall Panels are 5/8 in. (15.9 mm) Type X gypsum panels engineered to deliver enhanced resistance to surface abrasion, indentation, and everyday impact compared to standard gypsum board. Designed for high-traffic and abuse-prone interior applications, these panels provide long-term durability while installing and finishing like conventional drywall. Extreme Abuse features a specially formulated, dense Type X gypsum core that is non-combustible and fire-resistant. The core is reinforced with glass fibers and enclosed in 100% recycled, moisture- and mold-resistant face and back paper. This construction provides greater resistance to surface abrasion, indentation, and everyday impacts, while also improving sound attenuation in busy environments. Proprietary M2Tech® technology adds an extra zone of defense against moisture and mold growth, helping support better indoor air quality. Extreme Abuse delivers the highest possible mold resistance...See More score, 10 out of 10 per ASTM D3273, and is GREENGUARD Gold Certified for low chemical emissions. Ideal for residential, commercial, and institutional construction, Extreme Abuse Drywall Panels are commonly used in classrooms, patient rooms, corridors, and public buildings. Panels can be installed over wood or steel framing in new construction or renovation projects. Joint finishing follows standard drywall practices, and once primed, surfaces can be painted, wallpapered, or textured to achieve the desired finish. See Less