Drywall
regular drywall 1/2 in, 4 × 12 ft
Verify the exact product technical data.
Good choice when…
A good candidate when use, exposure, dimensions and every system component match the documentation.
Avoid when…
A poor candidate when compatibility must be improvised, damage hidden or a regulated component replaced without validation.
Reference data
| Purchase unit | sheet |
|---|---|
| Thickness | 1/2 in |
| Width | 4 ft |
| Length | 12 ft |
| Geometric coverage | 48 ft² |
What the numbers mean
- Stated retail length: 12 ft; check usable length and transport.
- Stated thickness: 1/2 in; confirm actual thickness and compatibility with adjacent profiles.
- Stated geometric coverage: 48 ft² before waste, joints and cuts.
Recommended uses
- For panels, sheathing, subfloors or cabinets where thickness, span and exposure match the product.
- For a large flat surface with a cutting plan that respects strength or finish direction.
- For assemblies with supported joints and the specified edge gaps and fasteners.
Specific uses linked to this sheet
- Walls in the intended assembly and exposure level.
- Ceilings where thickness, spacing and sag resistance are suitable.
When to avoid this material
- Avoid direct water or prolonged moisture if the panel is not designed for that exposure.
- Do not assume panels of equal thickness have equal strength or rating.
- Avoid swollen edges, delamination and panels stored in a bowed condition.
Compatibility and installation
- Confirm adhesives, screws, nails, primers and membranes compatible with the exact panel.
- Respect edge gaps, staggered joints, perimeter support and the adhesive/fastening sequence.
- Protect exposed edges as required; a finish layer does not fix a wet panel.
Storage, care and service life
- Store horizontally on closely spaced supports, dry and out of direct sun.
- Capture dust at the source and use respiratory protection suited to the material and cutting method.
- Replace swollen or delaminated areas rather than hiding them under a finish.
Common mistakes
- Cutting without continuous support, causing face tear-out or blade pinching.
- Forgetting panel orientation, staggered joints or expansion gaps.
- Using an interior panel as a temporary exposed surface and closing it after wetting.
Alternatives to compare
- Compare OSB, plywood, MDF, cement board and specialty panels for structure, water, weight and finish.
- Greater thickness does not automatically replace the correct rating or assembly.
Before purchase
Confirm exact size, coverage, certification, compatibility, lot and instructions. This sheet helps you ask the right questions; it does not make two similar products equivalent.
Dated observations
Full comparisonObserved public prices
| Retailer / product | Location / date | Price | Unit price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Home Depot CanadaCGC UltraLight drywall 1/2 in × 4 × 12 ft | Online — default location not selected2026-08-01 | 20.55 $ / sheet | 4.61 $ / m² | Verify |
| Home Depot CanadaUltraLight drywall 1/2 in × 4 × 12 ft | Online — default location2026-08-01 | 20.55 $ / sheet | 4.61 $ / m² | Verify |
| CanacGypse régulier 1/2 po × 4 × 12 pi | L’Ancienne-Lorette / Québec web price2026-08-01 | 22.89 $ / sheet | 5.13 $ / m² | Verify |
| KENT Building SuppliesCGC drywall 1/2 in × 4 × 12 ft | Yarmouth — selected store2026-08-01 | 26.73 $ / sheet | 5.99 $ / m² | Verify |
| RONACertainTeed Easi-Lite drywall 1/2 in × 4 × 12 ft | Online — default location not selected2026-08-01 | 26.89 $ / sheet | 6.03 $ / m² | Verify |
| RONARegular drywall 1/2 in × 4 × 12 ft | Scarborough — RONA+ Golden Mile2026-08-01 | 26.89 $ / sheet | 6.03 $ / m² | Verify |