Lead Backed Drywall – Lead Glass Pro

Lead Backed Drywall for X-Ray Rooms

We can provide it on either 1/2″ non-rated or 5/8″ fire rated sheetrock gypsum wall board. Our board meets ASTM C1396, and the pure sheet lead we use meets Federal Specification QQ-L-201 F, Grade C and ASTM B749-03, Type L51121 factory laminated under pressure to the back side of the drywall. It is custom manufactured to customer specifications and is typically available in 5 days.

• Standard size is 4ft x 7ft lead on 8ft board.
• Typical fabrication time is 2 days.
• Available in 1/2″ and 5/8” drywall (5/8″ standard)
• Includes one 2″ vertical batten strip per sheet for joints and 50 lead discs per sheet that can be placed over the screw heads
• We have 11 standard lead thicknesses for lead lined drywall ranging from 1/64″ (1#) to 1/4″ (16#)
• We can fabricate lead lined plywood for heavier lead thicknesses from 1/8″ (8#) to 2″ (120#)
• Lead height is the federal minimum of 7’0″
• Lead can optionally be up to 12’0″ high (standard is 7′ lead on 8′ board)
• Optional Mold Resistant or Abuse Resistant wall board

Select your lead thickness and quantity to purchase.
A custom quote request can be sent to sales@leadglasspro.com if you do not see your requirements listed here
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Radiation Shielding with Lead Backed Drywall

Lead lined drywall is the preferred choice when constructing a room that requires shielding from radiation. Lead backed drywall, also known as lead lined sheetrock, lead lined wall board or lead backed gypsum, offers effective protection against radiation. It is commonly used in the construction of x-ray rooms and other medical facilities where radiation safety is a concern. Radiation shielding with lead backed drywall is an important part of keeping both patients and staff safe from the harmful effects of radiation exposure.

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Why Protecting Against Radiation with Lead Backed Drywall is Essential

Radiation exposure can have harmful effects on the human body, including DNA damage and skin burns. Lead is an effective shielding material because it absorbs and scatters radiation. When lead is used in drywall, it forms a barrier that helps to protect against harmful radiation exposure. In addition to lead windows and lead lined frames,