This lightweight gypsum panel is yet another case where the green product is safer AND better than the old fashioned product it replaces. Thanks to some very practical advantages, contractors will likely be eager to give it a try.

CertainTeed Easi-Lite Gypsum Board is as much as 30 percent lighter than conventional gypsum boards. The lightweight design makes the product easier to work with, reducing the day's muscle strain and fatigue.

As additional contractor-friendly features, Easi-Lite gypsum board is easy to score and snap for faster and easier installation. Designed with sag resistance in mind, it is ideal for 1⁄2-inch ceiling applications, allowing contractors to use the same type of board on both interior walls and interior ceilings. Its light weight also makes the wallboard easier to transport and much simpler to stock at the jobsite.