{"id":2094,"date":"2025-10-23T04:12:14","date_gmt":"2025-10-23T04:12:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/geminite.ae\/blog\/?p=2094"},"modified":"2025-10-23T04:36:16","modified_gmt":"2025-10-23T04:36:16","slug":"how-fiber-cement-board-compares-with-plywood-gypsum-in-the-uae-market","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/geminite.ae\/blog\/how-fiber-cement-board-compares-with-plywood-gypsum-in-the-uae-market\/","title":{"rendered":"How Fiber Cement Board Compares with Plywood &amp; Gypsum in the UAE Market"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"2094\" class=\"elementor elementor-2094\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d4ed4f7 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"d4ed4f7\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-691d020 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"691d020\" 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class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Every construction project in the UAE requires materials that can endure extreme heat, coastal humidity, and use over time. Common choices include plywood, gypsum board, and the up-and-coming fiber cement board (also known as the rising star). These types of products, like <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/geminite.ae\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Geminite<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, are becoming popular due to their reliability and durability. But what is the comparison of these boards in real life? Which one is the best value for UAE builders and homeowners?<\/span><\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this blog, we will take a closer look at all three, comparing them in terms of durability, fire resistance, moisture performance, and cost-effectiveness. At the end of it, you&#8217;ll be able to identify which material is most suitable for your project.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-bb6a087 elementor-hidden-desktop elementor-hidden-tablet elementor-widget-divider--view-line elementor-widget elementor-widget-divider\" data-id=\"bb6a087\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"divider.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-divider\">\n\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-divider-separator\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-34efaad elementor-hidden-desktop elementor-hidden-tablet elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"34efaad\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>At a Glance<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1a183f8 elementor-align-start elementor-hidden-desktop elementor-hidden-tablet elementor-icon-list--layout-traditional elementor-list-item-link-full_width elementor-widget elementor-widget-icon-list\" data-id=\"1a183f8\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"icon-list.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<ul class=\"elementor-icon-list-items\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"elementor-icon-list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#h02\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-chevron-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M285.476 272.971L91.132 467.314c-9.373 9.373-24.569 9.373-33.941 0l-22.667-22.667c-9.357-9.357-9.375-24.522-.04-33.901L188.505 256 34.484 101.255c-9.335-9.379-9.317-24.544.04-33.901l22.667-22.667c9.373-9.373 24.569-9.373 33.941 0L285.475 239.03c9.373 9.372 9.373 24.568.001 33.941z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-text\">1. Unmatched Durability in a Harsh Climate<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"elementor-icon-list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#h04\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-chevron-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M285.476 272.971L91.132 467.314c-9.373 9.373-24.569 9.373-33.941 0l-22.667-22.667c-9.357-9.357-9.375-24.522-.04-33.901L188.505 256 34.484 101.255c-9.335-9.379-9.317-24.544.04-33.901l22.667-22.667c9.373-9.373 24.569-9.373 33.941 0L285.475 239.03c9.373 9.372 9.373 24.568.001 33.941z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-text\">2. Superior Fire Resistance for Enhanced Safety<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"elementor-icon-list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#h06\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-chevron-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M285.476 272.971L91.132 467.314c-9.373 9.373-24.569 9.373-33.941 0l-22.667-22.667c-9.357-9.357-9.375-24.522-.04-33.901L188.505 256 34.484 101.255c-9.335-9.379-9.317-24.544.04-33.901l22.667-22.667c9.373-9.373 24.569-9.373 33.941 0L285.475 239.03c9.373 9.372 9.373 24.568.001 33.941z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-text\">3. Excellent Resistance to Moisture and Humidity<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"elementor-icon-list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#h07\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-chevron-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M285.476 272.971L91.132 467.314c-9.373 9.373-24.569 9.373-33.941 0l-22.667-22.667c-9.357-9.357-9.375-24.522-.04-33.901L188.505 256 34.484 101.255c-9.335-9.379-9.317-24.544.04-33.901l22.667-22.667c9.373-9.373 24.569-9.373 33.941 0L285.475 239.03c9.373 9.372 9.373 24.568.001 33.941z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-text\">4. Versatility in Design and Application<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"elementor-icon-list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#h09\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-chevron-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M285.476 272.971L91.132 467.314c-9.373 9.373-24.569 9.373-33.941 0l-22.667-22.667c-9.357-9.357-9.375-24.522-.04-33.901L188.505 256 34.484 101.255c-9.335-9.379-9.317-24.544.04-33.901l22.667-22.667c9.373-9.373 24.569-9.373 33.941 0L285.475 239.03c9.373 9.372 9.373 24.568.001 33.941z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-text\">5. A Commitment to Sustainable Construction<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"elementor-icon-list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-chevron-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M285.476 272.971L91.132 467.314c-9.373 9.373-24.569 9.373-33.941 0l-22.667-22.667c-9.357-9.357-9.375-24.522-.04-33.901L188.505 256 34.484 101.255c-9.335-9.379-9.317-24.544.04-33.901l22.667-22.667c9.373-9.373 24.569-9.373 33.941 0L285.475 239.03c9.373 9.372 9.373 24.568.001 33.941z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-text\">Conclusion: Building for a Resilient Futurem<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"elementor-icon-list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-chevron-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M285.476 272.971L91.132 467.314c-9.373 9.373-24.569 9.373-33.941 0l-22.667-22.667c-9.357-9.357-9.375-24.522-.04-33.901L188.505 256 34.484 101.255c-9.335-9.379-9.317-24.544.04-33.901l22.667-22.667c9.373-9.373 24.569-9.373 33.941 0L285.475 239.03c9.373 9.372 9.373 24.568.001 33.941z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-text\">Building with Confidence in the UAE<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"elementor-icon-list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-chevron-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M285.476 272.971L91.132 467.314c-9.373 9.373-24.569 9.373-33.941 0l-22.667-22.667c-9.357-9.357-9.375-24.522-.04-33.901L188.505 256 34.484 101.255c-9.335-9.379-9.317-24.544.04-33.901l22.667-22.667c9.373-9.373 24.569-9.373 33.941 0L285.475 239.03c9.373 9.372 9.373 24.568.001 33.941z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-text\">Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6d23d3d elementor-hidden-desktop elementor-hidden-tablet elementor-widget-divider--view-line elementor-widget elementor-widget-divider\" data-id=\"6d23d3d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"divider.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-divider\">\n\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-divider-separator\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f0394d2 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"f0394d2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2><strong>Why Fiber Cement Board Shines in the UAE?<\/strong><\/h2>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-96f2228 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"96f2228\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A lot of contemporary construction assignments use fiber cement boards. It is durable and flexible; its application can be both in the interior and exterior of the house. Let&#8217;s understand the reasons for its success over conventional boards in the UAE.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Durability &amp; Weather Resistance<\/span><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It&#8217;s fiber cement boards, no doubt. These boards are constructed using cement, sand, and cellulose fibers, designed to resist rot, damaging termites, and extreme weather. They are more <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.duragreen.biz\/post\/the-differences-between-fiber-cement-board-and-gypsum-board#:~:text=1.%20Fiber%20cement%20boards%20are%20far%20more%20durable%20and%20impact%2Dresistant%20than%20gypsum%20board.%20However%2C%20Fiber%20cement%20boards%20are%20far%20heavier%20than%20gypsum%20board.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">durable and impact-resistant<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> than gypsum boards. It&#8217;s universally accepted; however, fiber cement boards are heavier than gypsum boards.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the UAE, where summer heat waves and the coastal air are heavily infused with salt, the air can be submerged in brine, the salt can form, and the vapor can separate. Unlike plywood, which warps, or gypsum cracks, the cement fiber will remain unchanged.<\/span><\/p><h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Premier Moisture &amp; Fire Control<\/span><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Moisture is a familiar foe in bathrooms, kitchens, and outside spaces. The gypsum softens very quickly when wet, and the plywood tends to become swollen. However, fiber cement boards also come in water-resistant or waterproof versions. This makes them the preferred material for high moisture applications.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Additionally, they are <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/syreps.com\/fiber-cement-board-vs-gypsum-board-which-is-better-for-your-project\/#:~:text=They%20are%20non%2Dcombustible%20and%20can%20withstand%20high%20temperatures%20for%20longer%20periods%2C%20making%20them%20ideal%20for%20fire%2Dprone%20areas.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">non-combustible<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a significant plus point in an area where fire safety is taken seriously.<\/span><\/p><h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Long-Lasting Value<\/span><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Although there\u2019s an upfront cost with these boards, they will actually <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.madagypsum.com\/benefits-and-application-of-fiber-cement-boards\/#:~:text=While%20the%20initial%20investment%20in%20these%20boards%20may%20be%20slightly%20higher%2C%20its%20potential%20for%20long%2Dterm%20savings%20in%20maintenance%20and%20replacement%20expenses%20make%20it%20a%20cost%2Deffective%20choice%20in%20the%20grand%20scheme%20of%20construction%20projects.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">save money over the entire lifespan<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of the construction project due to the money saved on maintenance and their lower replacement cost.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The ROI is even higher than usual for property owners since they save on maintenance for decades because the boards require so little upkeep. Making the payment means safety and security for the years that follow the payment.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ce57bb1 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"ce57bb1\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2><strong>Plywood: Familiar but With Trade-Offs<\/strong><\/h2>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-03bf98e elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"03bf98e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plywood has been part of construction practices for many decades. Even today, builders across the UAE continue to use this material for its strength and cost affordability. But for today&#8217;s ambitious projects, is it the best material available? Let&#8217;s explore this.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Strong Structural Support<\/span><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plywood is well known for its structural strength, a key advantage. Plywood provides <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/smartcongroup.com\/choosing-the-right-exterior-sheathing-board-a-guide-for-builders-and-architects\/#:~:text=Plywood%20and%20OSB%20are%20widely%20used%20for%20their%20ability%20to%20provide%20lateral%20stability%20to%20walls%2C%20making%20them%20excellent%20for%20load%2Dbearing%20applications.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">lateral stability<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> readily, which is vital for load-bearing components.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It, therefore, is an ideal material for use in flooring, furniture, and other constructions where the weight of the structure is critical.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Moisture &amp; Fire Limits<\/span><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plywood is lacking in only two areas: water and fire. In the absence of chemical treatment, plywood readily absorbs moisture. In the UAE, the potential for swelling, warping, and fungal growth, which is highly problematic in humid areas, is alarming.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fire is the other constraint: Plywood is naturally flammable and requires other coatings to meet safety standards.<\/span><\/p><h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Low Price, High Maintenance<\/span><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plywood is generally cheaper to purchase than fiber cement. But when maintenance, waterproofing, and possible replacements are considered, the savings are reduced.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plywood is also not so attractive for long-term projects in the UAE climate because of the &#8220;cheap now, more expensive later factor.&#8221;<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2c59f4d elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"2c59f4d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"430\" src=\"https:\/\/geminite.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/How-Fiber-Cement-Board-Compares-with-Plywood-Gypsum-in-the-UAE-Market-inner-01.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-2111\" alt=\"Premium fiber cement board manufacturer producing high-strength boards in UAE\" srcset=\"https:\/\/geminite.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/How-Fiber-Cement-Board-Compares-with-Plywood-Gypsum-in-the-UAE-Market-inner-01.webp 800w, https:\/\/geminite.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/How-Fiber-Cement-Board-Compares-with-Plywood-Gypsum-in-the-UAE-Market-inner-01-300x161.webp 300w, https:\/\/geminite.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/How-Fiber-Cement-Board-Compares-with-Plywood-Gypsum-in-the-UAE-Market-inner-01-768x413.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/ loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\">\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9df2a96 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"9df2a96\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" id=\"h03\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2 id=\"heading_3\"><strong>Gypsum: Light, Easy, And Fragile<\/strong><\/h2>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c339cd9 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"c339cd9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gypsum board (also known as drywall) is another standard building material. It is pretty popular in the UAE for interior partitions and ceilings due to its lightweight and low cost. But like plywood, it is limited.<\/span><\/p><h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lightweight &amp; Easy to Install<\/span><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the construction business, every minute counts. Moreover, the lightweight and strong composition of gypsum boards, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.knauf.com\/en-ph\/quality-gypsum-installation-in-5-simple-steps\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ideal for quick installations<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, helps in substantially cutting repair and reinstallation costs. Hence, the manual labor in the process is nearly zero, further increasing the ease of installing such boards.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Contractors like its smooth finish, which will require less preparation before painting or papering. As a result, it is well-suited to accelerated interior projects.<\/span><\/p><h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Poor in Moisture and Impact Zones<\/span><\/h2><p><a href=\"https:\/\/maxboard-mgo.com\/moisture-resistant-gypsum-panels\/#:~:text=Moisture%2Dresistant%20gypsum%20panels%20are%20specially%20engineered%20to%20prevent%20mold%2C%20warping%2C%20and%20structural%20degradation%20in%20high%2Dhumidity%20environments.%20Their%20water%2Drepellent%20core%20and%20protective%20surfacing%20make%20them%20ideal%20for%20use%20in%20bathrooms%2C%20kitchens%2C%20coastal%20buildings%2C%20and%20tropical%20climates.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Insulated Gypsum panels<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> do not warp, develop mold, or suffer from structural failures, as per the different &#8216;humid&#8217; zones. They do not absorb water, hence they can be used in bathrooms, kitchens, and even in coastal and tropical climates.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Affordable, But Short-Lived<\/span><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gypsum is one of the most inexpensive possibilities for interiors. However, its brief lifespan and replacement expenses can easily offset the initial savings. For projects that are more permanent in nature, gypsum may not last long.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e4b6117 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"e4b6117\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" id=\"h04\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2><strong>Comparative Snapshot<\/strong><\/h2>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-715712a elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"715712a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before deciding, it helps to see the three materials side by side. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let&#8217;s look at some strengths and weaknesses of UAE&#8217;s market:<\/span><\/p><table><tbody><tr><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Feature<\/span><\/p><\/td><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fiber Cement Board<\/span><\/p><\/td><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plywood<\/span><\/p><\/td><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gypsum Board<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Durability<\/span><\/p><\/td><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Extremely durable, rot-proof, pest-proof<\/span><\/p><\/td><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Strong, but swells\/rots if damp<\/span><\/p><\/td><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fragile; prone to cracks and dents<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Moisture Resistance<\/span><\/p><\/td><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High; water-resistant\/waterproof options<\/span><\/p><\/td><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Limited unless treated<\/span><\/p><\/td><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Very low; not suited for wet zones<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fire Resistance<\/span><\/p><\/td><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Non-combustible, superior safety<\/span><\/p><\/td><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Flammable, needs treatments<\/span><\/p><\/td><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fire-resistant, but weak in extreme heat<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Installation<\/span><\/p><\/td><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Heavy, requires skilled labor<\/span><\/p><\/td><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Medium weight, easy for carpenters<\/span><\/p><\/td><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Very light, DIY-friendly<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cost &amp; Value<\/span><\/p><\/td><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Higher upfront, excellent long-term ROI<\/span><\/p><\/td><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lower cost, higher maintenance<\/span><\/p><\/td><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Very low cost, frequent replacements<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Best UAE Applications<\/span><\/p><\/td><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exteriors, wet areas, high-durability projects<\/span><\/p><\/td><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dry interiors, structural applications<\/span><\/p><\/td><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dry interiors, ceilings, budget projects<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-86ceebc elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"86ceebc\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" id=\"h06\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2><strong>Why Choose Geminite?<\/strong><\/h2>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-093523e elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"093523e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There is no homogeneous Fiber Cement Board, and the one from <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/geminite.ae\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Geminite<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is tailored to the climate and construction practices of the UAE. It is durable, fire and moisture resistant, and has a smooth surface ideal for internal and external uses.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Homeowners and builders use Geminite due to its ability to:<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Resists heat, dampness, and weather at the coast without warping.<\/span><\/li><\/ul><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is non-combustible, which promotes superior fire protection.<\/span><\/li><\/ul><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sheets up well compared to plywood and gypsum in damp or high-traffic areas.<\/span><\/li><\/ul><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Provides long-term value at low maintenance.<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><a href=\"https:\/\/geminite.ae\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Geminite<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is the smarter choice when it comes to strength, reliability, and the modern design of your next project.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you are seeking durability, safety, and value over the long term, fiber cement board is the wise choice.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Need to change up your project with the correct materials? Get in touch with <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/geminite.ae\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Geminite<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> today to receive professional advice and custom service.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9e52f8c elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"9e52f8c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2><strong>FAQ&#8217;s<\/strong><\/h2>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-808196d elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"808196d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<ol><li><b> Is fiber cement board better than gypsum in the UAE?<\/b><\/li><\/ol><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes. Fiber cement board is more resistant to moisture, pests, and fire than gypsum. It is more appropriate for exterior, wet, and long-term projects in the UAE.<\/span><\/p><ol start=\"2\"><li><b> Can plywood be used outdoors in Dubai?<\/b><\/li><\/ol><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plywood can be applied outside, just like it is a chemically treated and sealed surface. Otherwise, it distorts, inflames, or decays easily in the humidity and sea air of Dubai.<\/span><\/p><ol start=\"3\"><li><b> Which material is most cost-effective long-term?<\/b><\/li><\/ol><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fiber cement board has the most optimum life-cycle value, although it is expensive. Its longevity lowers repair and replacement costs for decades.<\/span><\/p><ol start=\"4\"><li><b> Is gypsum board safe for bathrooms?<\/b><\/li><\/ol><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gypsum should not be used in the bathroom since it takes in water and loses its strength with time. Even the moisture-resistant gypsum does not perform as well as the fiber cement board does in wet zones.<\/span><\/p><ol start=\"5\"><li><b> Which board is easiest to install for quick projects?<\/b><\/li><\/ol><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gypsum board can be cut easily, is lightweight, and is installed quickly, making it ideal for dry interior partitions. Although stronger, fiber cement takes more skilled hands and heavier tools to install.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d61caa1 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"d61caa1\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ee5a3b7 upk-ss-btns-view-icon upk-ss-btns-style-minimal upk-ss-btns-color-custom upk-layout-style--inline upk-ss-position--default elementor-widget elementor-widget-upk-social-share\" data-id=\"ee5a3b7\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"upk-social-share.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"upk-social-share upk-ep-grid\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"upk-social-share-item upk-ep-grid-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"upk-ss-btn upk-ss-facebook\" data-social=\"facebook\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"upk-ss-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"upk-icon-facebook\"><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"upk-social-share-item upk-ep-grid-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"upk-ss-btn upk-ss-linkedin\" data-social=\"linkedin\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"upk-ss-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"upk-icon-linkedin\"><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"upk-social-share-item upk-ep-grid-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"upk-ss-btn upk-ss-twitter\" data-social=\"twitter\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"upk-ss-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"upk-icon-twitter\"><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-efe2e9a e-con-full elementor-hidden-tablet elementor-hidden-mobile e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"efe2e9a\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" id=\"stickyrl\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a59a494 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"a59a494\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b5c4cff elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"b5c4cff\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>At a Glance<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-aa742b7 elementor-align-start elementor-icon-list--layout-traditional elementor-list-item-link-full_width elementor-widget elementor-widget-icon-list\" data-id=\"aa742b7\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"icon-list.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<ul class=\"elementor-icon-list-items\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"elementor-icon-list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#h01\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-chevron-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M285.476 272.971L91.132 467.314c-9.373 9.373-24.569 9.373-33.941 0l-22.667-22.667c-9.357-9.357-9.375-24.522-.04-33.901L188.505 256 34.484 101.255c-9.335-9.379-9.317-24.544.04-33.901l22.667-22.667c9.373-9.373 24.569-9.373 33.941 0L285.475 239.03c9.373 9.372 9.373 24.568.001 33.941z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-text\">Why Fiber Cement Board Shines in the UAE?<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"elementor-icon-list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#h02\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-chevron-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M285.476 272.971L91.132 467.314c-9.373 9.373-24.569 9.373-33.941 0l-22.667-22.667c-9.357-9.357-9.375-24.522-.04-33.901L188.505 256 34.484 101.255c-9.335-9.379-9.317-24.544.04-33.901l22.667-22.667c9.373-9.373 24.569-9.373 33.941 0L285.475 239.03c9.373 9.372 9.373 24.568.001 33.941z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-text\">Plywood: Familiar but With Trade-Offs<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"elementor-icon-list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#h03\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-chevron-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M285.476 272.971L91.132 467.314c-9.373 9.373-24.569 9.373-33.941 0l-22.667-22.667c-9.357-9.357-9.375-24.522-.04-33.901L188.505 256 34.484 101.255c-9.335-9.379-9.317-24.544.04-33.901l22.667-22.667c9.373-9.373 24.569-9.373 33.941 0L285.475 239.03c9.373 9.372 9.373 24.568.001 33.941z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-text\">Gypsum: Light, Easy, And Fragile<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"elementor-icon-list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#h04\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-chevron-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M285.476 272.971L91.132 467.314c-9.373 9.373-24.569 9.373-33.941 0l-22.667-22.667c-9.357-9.357-9.375-24.522-.04-33.901L188.505 256 34.484 101.255c-9.335-9.379-9.317-24.544.04-33.901l22.667-22.667c9.373-9.373 24.569-9.373 33.941 0L285.475 239.03c9.373 9.372 9.373 24.568.001 33.941z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-text\">Comparative Snapshot<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"elementor-icon-list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#h06\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-chevron-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M285.476 272.971L91.132 467.314c-9.373 9.373-24.569 9.373-33.941 0l-22.667-22.667c-9.357-9.357-9.375-24.522-.04-33.901L188.505 256 34.484 101.255c-9.335-9.379-9.317-24.544.04-33.901l22.667-22.667c9.373-9.373 24.569-9.373 33.941 0L285.475 239.03c9.373 9.372 9.373 24.568.001 33.941z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-text\">Why Choose Geminite?<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"elementor-icon-list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#h07\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-chevron-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M285.476 272.971L91.132 467.314c-9.373 9.373-24.569 9.373-33.941 0l-22.667-22.667c-9.357-9.357-9.375-24.522-.04-33.901L188.505 256 34.484 101.255c-9.335-9.379-9.317-24.544.04-33.901l22.667-22.667c9.373-9.373 24.569-9.373 33.941 0L285.475 239.03c9.373 9.372 9.373 24.568.001 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