Fire Separation for Basement Apartments in Ontario: What the Code Requires
Fire separation for basement apartments in Ontario: 30-minute rating, Type X drywall, rated door with closer, sealed penetrations and linked alarms.
Basement Ceiling Options: Drywall vs Drop Ceiling vs Exposed — Cost and Height
Basement ceiling options compared: drywall, drop ceiling or exposed — height lost, access to pipes and ducts, look and what each costs in the GTA.
Soundproof Drywall for Basements and Shared Walls: What Actually Works and What It Costs
Soundproofing with drywall: mass, decoupling, insulation and damping — what works on basement ceilings and shared walls and how it is priced.