Definitions: F - Sheetrock & plaster

floating edge

floating edge is a method used to attach drywall with its longest edge unsupported by framing backing to allow movement and minimize cracking after finishing.

References - floating edge

See the following for additional floating edge information:

• Drywall: Professional Techniques for Great Results Taunton; 3rd ed. Edition, January 2008, Myron R Ferguson, ISBN 1561589551
• Drywall: Installation and Finishing Delmar Cengage Learning; 1 edition, February 1993, Karen Goad, ISBN 827356056
• Drywall Construction Handbook McGraw-Hill Companies, August 1995, Robert Scharff, ISBN 70571244
• Drywall Clips - Code Notes Pacific Northwest National Laboratory, December 2009, Editorial Staff
• Green Building Products, 3rd Edition: The GreenSpec Guide to Residential Building Materials-3rd Edition ICC (distributed by Cengage Learning); 1 edition, October 2009, International Code Council, ISBN 1435400631

Service Professionals that can help with floating edge issues

• Drywall Contractor
• Drywall and Plaster Contractor
• Plastering Contractor
• Handyman

Common projects involving floating edge

• Home Energy Efficiency Upgrade
• Add On to Home
• Remodel Garage To Room
• Makeover Basement

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