Can I use plywood instead of drywall in my garage?
In areas that have adopted the IBC, you will need to have one layer of 5/8″ Type X drywall mudded and taped between the garage and any living space. You can hang plywood or peg board over that, no problem. thanks for all the feedback looks like drywall is the good option.
Hereof, How thick does drywall have to be in a garage?
Also, ?” is the standard thickness for fire-resistant or fire-code drywall, commonly found in garages.
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