FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQS) ABOUT MAGNUM BOARD® PRODUCTS

The New Generation Building Material”

What is Magnum Board®?
Magnum Board® is a mineral based product that meets the criteria established to be considered both Eco-friendly and a Green Building Product. See “applications” below for the various products offered by Magnum® Building Products in the Magnum® Product Line.

Why Use Magnum Board®
Magnum Board® is definitely a unique product.  It has been engineered to eliminate the toughest problems facing architects, engineers, contractors, builders and consumers today:  Fire, Water, Insects, Mold, Mildew and Toxins.   Magnum Board® products are virtually impervious to fire, water and insects; are non-flammable and non-combustible; do not feed mold or mildew; are unaffected by all insects such as termites and carpenter ants; and are completely non-toxic.  Literally billions of dollars are spent every year as a result of damage caused by these problems and more on the illnesses and deaths directly resulting from these problems.
 
Make Magnum Board® Products YOUR choice when considering traditional building materials like wood, plastics, gypsum based and cement based products.

Is Magnum Board® considered a Green Builder Product?
Yes it is.  Magnum Board® is a mineral product, completely free of toxins such as asbestos, formaldehyde or silica,  is manufactured completely at ambient temperature, and is considered a green product.

Has Magnum Board® Been Tested?
Yes indeed. Magnum® Board has been subjected to some of the toughest testing being conducted on building materials today including the freeze / thaw and 2,000 hour weathering test which is a 20 year accelerated weathering test and all of our products far exceeded ASTM requirements. We have completed all testing required by AC386 issued by the International Code Council (ICC) and in accordance with ASTM requirements including Underwriters Laboratory (UL) rated fire wall. This is indeed a one of a kind material.  Our factory is ISO certified and is audited on a quarterly basis by both the ICC and UL helping to ensure consistent quality every order.

Is Magnum Board® dimensionally stable in freeze, thaw, heat and humidity cycles?
Yes it is.  Unlike Portland type materials the coefficient of expansion for Magnum Board® is extremely low; therefore, when selecting and installing products such as our exterior lap siding, there is no need to leave gaps between butt joints to accommodate for such expansion and contraction.  This provides a much more aesthetically pleasing finish for many years to come.

What Are the Adhesion Values of Magnum Board®?
Excellent allowing you to finish Magnum Board® with any product you desire such as paint, Portland type stucco, synthetic stucco, wall paper, stone, tile, brick and much more.
The excellent adhesion properties of Magnum Board® also make it a perfect product for Structural Insulated Panels (SIPS), Exterior Insulated Finish Systems (EIFS) and interior wall systems using fabrics.

Is the Cost of Magnum Board® Competitive with Other Products?
When considering overall installation and life cycle costs, absolutely. By using Magnum Board® you don’t have to worry about such things as insect damage caused by termites, carpenter ants  and other such pests; decay caused by moisture and UV; warping, swelling and wood rot caused by water; mold and mildew; and, toxins that are found in many wood, plastics, gypsum and cement based products.

In What Applications Can I Use Magnum Board®
Magnum Board® Products are extremely versatile and we have a product available for most every application. For example:

For the exterior:

• Magnum® wall sheathing
• Magnum® fascia
• Magnum® soffit – ventilated and non-ventilated
• Magnum® trim
• Magnum® lap siding available in wood grain, smooth and a sand profiles
• Magnum® Metal backed roofing and flooring substrate

For the interior:

• Magnum® wall board
• Magnum® ceiling board
• Magnum® tile backer
• Magnum® underlayment
• Magnum® drop ceiling tiles
• Magnum® one hour UL rated fire wall
• Magnum® Metal backed flooring substrate

Other applications (OEM) include:

• Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs)
• Exterior Insulated Finish Systems (EIFS)
• Room Dividers
• Office cubicle wall panels
• Magnum Board® shear panels
• Liners for Safes
• And so many more

Future Applications include, but are not limited to:

• Magnum® Shaft liner
• Magnum® two hour, single layer material , UL rated fire wall

Can I Special Order Non-Standard Sizes?
Indeed you can.  Call our home office for a quote.

How Do I Store Magnum Board®?
Storage and handling of Magnum Board® is simple. It does not require the same attention as do wood or gypsum type products. Magnum Board® can actually be submerged in water for months with virtually no dimensional change whatsoever; and, it leaches water quickly never feeding mold or mildew or suffering decay or warping as does most wood and gypsum products. And since Magnum Board® is a homogenous product, you never have to worry about de-lamination.

Is Magnum Board® Easy to Install?
Indeed it is. Magnum Board® installs with screws or pneumatic nailers depending on the application you are using it for. Always follow the Magnum® Building Products installation recommendations.
 Finishing interior walls and ceilings is also easy using standard joint compound and fiberglass joint tape. Since Magnum Board® is smooth on one side, you can achieve a level 5 beautiful and durable finish with much less work (man-hours) than typical gypsum board.
When installing Magnum® underlayment or Magnum® backer board there are no changes in preparation for installation from processes being used today when installing other materials; however, we recommend using only thin set materials, not mastics. Refer to the attached endorsement of Magnum Board® by Mapei along with their installation guidelines.

CAUTION: ALWAYS FOLLOW LOCAL STATE AND FEDERAL BUILDING AND CONSTRUCITON CODES FOR ALL INSTALLATIONS.

Is Magnum Board® Safe for Installers?
Yes.  In fact installing Magnum Board® is as safe if not safer than installing any other material on the market today.  Magnum® Board is a mineral based product free of carcinogens and silica. It has been tested to the U-Pitt Toxicity Protocol required by New York City, NY and has been found to be non-toxic. So Magnum® Board is extremely safe for installers and consumers alike. You may obtain a copy of our Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) from our website www.magnumbp.com.

SAFETY NOTE: When installing Magnum Board® or any other product that creates dust, always follow the published cutting and installation guidelines for that product. Even non-toxic dust can cause irritation and other health issues.

How can Magnum Board® Be Finished?
Magnum Board® Product can be finished with just about anything on the market today including paint, Portland type stuccos, synthetic stuccos, wall paper, plaster, brick and stone  and much more.  We have been endorsed by most of the major suppliers such as Master Wall, Acrylabs, Mapei, Surecrete, Carpenter Stone and many others.  We have enclosed some literature from Acrylabs and Master Wall for your review.  As with most products, these manufacturers have local representation to guide you and in some cases contractors to perform the installation.

Where Can I Purchase Magnum Board® Products
We know it is important for you to be able to procure our products as close to their point of use as possible.  To accommodate your needs, we are in the process of establishing distribution points around the country.  Please contact us to find out the nearest location to your project.  If you are interested in becoming a Distributor, call us and we can tell you how to make that happen.

How Does the Magnum Board® Product Warranty Compare to Other Product Warranties?
Magnum Building Products warrants the Magnum Board® product line for thirty-(30) years. You may obtain a copy of the warranty from our website – www.magnumbp.com. No other construction material even comes close to the Magnum Board® Product Line warranty.

What Sizes and Thicknesses are Available?
Refer to Magnum Board – Applications, on our website – www.magnumbp.com

Want More Details About Magnum Board®?
Check out our website: www.magnumbp.com or call our home office at 813-314-2202.

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