What mold-resistant drywall means
Mold-resistant drywall has a fiberglass mat or treated paper facing that gives mold less to feed on, used in basements, bathrooms and after water damage.
Also called paperless drywall, purple board.
Where it matters on a drywall job
Restoration rebuilds and basement finishes often call for it. It costs more per sheet and finishes a little differently, so mention it on the estimate with its price.
What it costs
For mold-resistant drywall, the closest koira.ai price is the basement finishing cost guide, near $23,000 for a typical job and $12,000 to $34,500 for most. The guide shows its sources and what moves the price. The drywall calculator prices a job line by line.
Work it out
- Free calculator: Drywall calculator
- Cost guide: Basement finishing cost
- Tools, templates and guides: Free drywall resources