This Standard specifies requirements for gypsum plasterboard intended for use in buildings as
a lining material for walls, ceilings and partitions and providing a surface suitable for receiving
decorative treatments.
NOTE I  Alternative methods for demonstrating conformance with this Standard are given in Appendix A.
NOTE 2  Prolonged exposure to heat where the surface temperature of the board exceeds 45 °C will be
detrimental to the performance of gypsum plasterboard.
NOTE 3  Speciality grades of gypsum plasterboard may have requirements which exceed this standard
depending on the application.