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Last Post 10/23/2009 10:17 PM by  D Groves
Chinese Drywall
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RJortberg
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10/20/2009 11:19 PM

Welcome back, Steve. Did not want to see you pull a Leonardo DiCaprio / Howard Hughes Aviator take off. I'd guess more serious pain and heartache lies in the future when some of these good times aren't available. Hang in there. I do not know what would happen if the same occurred here... all support goes your way.
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10/21/2009 9:38 AM
This appears to be a good source of info.

http://www.chinesedrywall.com/index.html

According to EMSL Analytical (which offers testing solutions for imported drywall), the problem
appears to be related to the presence of iron disulfide (FeS2 pyrite).

http://www.emsl.com/

This also has a wealth of information on inspections of the drywall

http://www.inspectionnews.net/home_...ywall.html

Good luck

gj


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FloridaBoy
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10/21/2009 12:24 PM

I have handled these claims in Florida. The 'gypsum' in the drywall is made from metallurgical coal ash, a byproduct of steel making. Apparently, humidity causes the drywall to release a gas that contains sulfur. Exposed copper pipes and wiring turn black. You will most likely know if Chinese drywall is present as soon as you enter a dwelling.
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D Groves
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10/23/2009 10:17 PM

 

Homeowners with Chinese drywall have been rebuffed by insurers, but hope may not be lost

October 18, 2009

www.nola.com/business/index.ssf/200...rywal.html

 
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