Sheetrock

usgb/ˈʃitˌrɑk/
noun

A brand of drywall used to create interior walls and ceilings.

The contractor used sheetrock to finish the interior walls of the house.
Visual representation of "sheetrock" - A brand of drywall used to create interior walls and ceilings.

Often appears as...

  • sheetrock installation
  • sheetrock repair

Usage tips

Neutral

Drywall, plasterboard, gypsum board

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Visual representation of "sheetrock"
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Context

Understand that 'sheetrock' is often used interchangeably with drywall in construction discussions.

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Many contractors will refer to sheetrock regardless of the actual manufacturer name used.
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Material

Recognize that sheetrock is made of gypsum and sandwiched between two layers of paper.

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This composition makes it lightweight and easy to cut.
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Colloquial Use

In casual conversation, mentioning 'sheetrock' might imply a DIY project or home renovation.

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People often use the term when discussing home improvement tasks.
Visual representation of the word "Sheetrock"

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