SilentFX 1/2” Gypsum Board - Nashville

Declaration details

Manufacturer

CertainTeed Saint-Gobain

Program operator

Smart EPD

Declaration number

SmartEPD-2025-071-0531-02

Date of issue

December 16, 2025

Valid until

December 16, 2030

Product category rules (PCR)

Smart EPD® Part B PCR for Gypsum Panels, 1000-004, v2.0 (version 2)

Standard

ISO 14025:2006 and ISO 21930:2017

Functional unit

1,000 ft2 of product

System boundary

Cradle to grave (A1 - A3, A4, A5, B1 - B7, C1 - C4)

Product specificity

Product Specific

Manufacturing specificity

Facility Specific

Manufacturing plant

Certainteed Gypsum (794 State Hwy 369 N, Nashville, AR 71852, USA)

Product category

Finishes › Gypsum

Product SKU

N/A

Verifier

Anna Lasso, Smart EPD

LCA software

Sphera LCA for Experts (formerly GaBi) 10.7.1

Program instructions

Smart EPD General Program Instructions v.1.0, November 2022

Life cycle assessment results

Results per 1,000 ft2 of product.

Environmental Impact Assessment Results

Resource Use Indicators

Waste and Output Flow Indicators

Carbon Emissions and Removals

ND = not declared. Life cycle modules: A1-A3 product stage, A4-A5 construction process, B use stage, C end of life, D benefits and loads beyond the system boundary.

Material composition

Hazardous substances

No regulated hazardous or dangerous substances are included in this product.

Scenarios

Transport to the building site (A4)

Fuel type

Diesel

Vehicle type

Commercial tractor-trailer truck

Transport distance

448 km

Capacity utilization

70%

Packaging mass

1.938 kg

Transport to the building site (A4)

Fuel type

Diesel

Vehicle type

Rail

Transport distance

208 km

Capacity utilization

70%

Packaging mass

1.938 kg

Transport to the building site (A4)

Fuel type

Diesel

Vehicle type

Single unit truck

Transport distance

40 km

Capacity utilization

70%

Packaging mass

1.938 kg

End of life (C1-C4)

Collected with mixed construction waste

927 kg

Product or material for final disposal

927 kg

Product description

CertainTeed's SilentFX QuickCut Drywall is a high-performance acoustic drywall designed to reduce noise transmission in interior walls and ceilings. Made from a high-density gypsum core and laminated with a sound-damping viscoelastic polymer, SilentFX QuickCut provides superior sound insulation while remaining easy to install and finish. SilentFX QuickCut is available in 4'x8' and 4'x10' sheets in 1/2" and 5/8" thicknesses. Its unique design allows for easy scoring and snapping, making installation fast and efficient. The drywall also features a tapered edge, reducing the need for additional taping and finishing. SilentFX QuickCut offers exceptional noise control, making it an ideal choice for spaces where sound reduction is a priority. It is rated as a Type X fire-resistant product, providing additional protection in case of fire. SilentFX QuickCut Drywall is a sustainable option made with 100% recycled paper. In addition to its superior performance, SilentFX QuickCut also meets GREENGUARD® Gold for low emitting VOC content. This makes it an environmentally friendly choice for green building projects. SilentFX QuickCut is ideal for use in a wide range of commercial and residential applications, including offices, schools, hotels, and multifamily housing. Its superior sound isolation properties make it an excellent choice for shared walls between apartments, conference rooms, and music studios. Overall, CertainTeed's SilentFX QuickCut Drywall provides an excellent solution for noise control in interior walls and ceilings. Its high-density core and sound-damping polymer laminate provide superior sound insulation, while its easy installation and sustainability make it a popular choice among contractors and homeowners alike. If you're looking for a high-performance acoustic drywall that delivers exceptional noise control and fire resistance, then SilentFX QuickCut Drywall is the perfect solution. With its ease of use, durability, and eco-friendly features, you can be confident that your construction project will have a high-quality finish that will last for years to come.

Interpretation

Based on the results from the life cycle assessment model, the life cycle impacts are strongly driven by the manufacture. The impacts of the manufacture are primarily attributed to the natural gas usage needed for the ovens to dry the boards. The electricity and natural gas usage in manufacturing accounts for as much as 18% and 45%, respectively, of the cradle-to-grave environmental impact potentials for CertainTeed SilentFX 1/2” Gypsum Boards at the Nashville, AR facility.

The manufacturing of gypsum board (A3) has the highest contribution to Global Warming Potential impacts. The use of internally recycled gypsum material helps to reduce the overall environmental impact potentials by reducing the amount of external raw materials needed for the process.

Another potentially significant contributor to the overall environmental impact results is seen in the results for the installation of the Gypsum Boards. The installation waste accounts for the majority of the impacts for installation. The PCR requires the use of a 10% installation waste scenario in the absence of actual data. As there is currently no actual installation data available, and because installation techniques may vary widely among installers, CertainTeed has little to no influence on the installation impacts.