Finally got the hang of these new fire-rated boards everyone's asking for

Charles Kim · 2026-03-08T11:30:55.077054+00:00

Tbh, I used to avoid them because they were a pain to cut clean. But after a few jobs, I found a blade that doesn't gum up as much. Honestly, it seems like every remodel in my area now needs the extra safety rating. Getting a smooth finish on the last one felt pretty good.

the_robert7mo ago

Check local codes, not all remodels need fire rating.

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the_cameron7mo ago

Was my first cut with one also a safety hazard?

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leep897mo ago

Yeah, it's not just about the cut, the dust from those boards is a real problem too. You gotta have good ventilation.

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