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Why build to burn? Gyproc the fireproof wallboard
Illustration of a man (viewed from the back) wearing white overalls, a black and white shirt and white hat. He is holding a piece of drywall and is in the process of installing it on a wood frame. Behind is a image of the interior of a house, showing a room with a brick fireplace with picture frames and other items on the mantle, and a potted palm in front of the fireplace. There is a chandelier hanging from the ceiling.

Why build to burn? Gyproc the fireproof wallboard

DateApproximately 1935
Format
Notes
Canada Gypsum and Alabastine Limited is the successor to The Ontario Gypsum Co. Limited and The Albastine Co., Paris, Limited.  Advertisement for drywall.  
Dimensions20 cm x 10 cm (7 7/8 in. x 3 15/16 in.)
Language
Usage Rights Public Domain (Learn More)
Call Number / Accession NumberCA-1935-GYPSUM-VS
Country:Canada
City, town or township:Paris (Ont.)
Province or state:Ontario